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Mayr-Harting

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“With regard to Syria, we condemn the Syrian Government's violent activities as a whole, starting from suppressing peaceful protests by force and ending up in several reported massacres of civilians, including increased use of targeted assassinations and arbitrary detentions, as a means of repressing the opposition. The European Union calls on all parties, including the armed opposition, to cease all violence and provocation to violence with immediate effect. The European Union also reiterates the importance of full and unhindered access for independent humanitarian actors so that assistance may be provided to those in need in line with humanitarian principles. During the reporting period, the Security Council has taken decisive action in situations where civilians have faced continuous escalating violence.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU shares the Secretary-General's grave concern for other situations, including in Afghanistan, South Sudan, the Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Somalia and elsewhere, where civilian populations, and in particular women and children, continue to be subject to various forms of extreme violence, causing grave humanitarian crises with huge displacements of population. In particular, we share the Secretary-General's concern for the continuous attacks against health care and the increase in threats to journalists. We continue to be very concerned about the humanitarian impact of the use of weapons in densely populated areas. We take note of the view expressed by the International Committee of the Red Cross that the use of explosive weapons with a wide impact area be avoided in densely populated areas.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As he states, the reality on the ground continues to be characterized by the frequent failure of parties to armed conflicts to comply with their obligations under applicable international humanitarian law, international human rights law and refugee law to respect and protect civilians. We call on all parties to armed conflict to respect their obligations. Recent striking examples of failure are numerous and have recently been reported, for instance, in the report of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. 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 Georgia, align themselves with this statement. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his introduction to the debate today, as well as Under-Secretary-General Amos, Assistant Secretary- General Simonovic and Mr. Spoerri. We welcome the report of the Secretary-General (S/2012/376) and his recommendations.”
2012-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6790Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Its ongoing transformation away from reliance on an international presence into a position of being a responsible and contributing member of the international community, as represented by its 2010-2011 participation in the work of the Council, is primarily a Bosnia and Herzegovina-owned and -led process. The European Union will proactively continue to support progress towards a stable, viable, peaceful, multi-ethnic and united Bosnia and Herzegovina cooperating peacefully with its neighbours and irreversibly on track towards membership of the European Union.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“Security and political stability need to be maintained during the upcoming electoral period. In that regard, the European Union encourages Bosnia and Herzegovina's political representatives to continue to act in a spirit of compromise, to work for the long-term interests of the country, and to refrain from divisive rhetoric and actions that harm the interests of the citizens. We stand fully behind the authority of the High Representative and welcome the close cooperation with the European Union Special Representative. Moreover, we reiterate our unequivocal commitment to the territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina as a sovereign and united country. Bosnia and Herzegovina has travelled far since the end of the war in the 1990s.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The two crisis management missions on the ground are also an expression of the European Union's commitment. First is the European Union Police Mission, which will be closed by the end of next month and whose remaining strategic tasks will be transferred to the European Union Special Representative and a technical assistance programme. The second mission is the EU-led force (EUFOR) Operation Althea, which remains an important element of the European Union's overall strategy for the country. Operation Althea continues to focus on capacity-building and training, while maintaining situational awareness and a credible reserve, in case it is called upon to support efforts to maintain or restore the safe and secure environment, as stipulated by resolution 2019 (2011). The overall security situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina remains stable.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The European Union looks forward to continuing discussion with the international community on the reconfiguration of the international presence, including its downsizing and the possible relocation of the Office of the High Representative, in the appropriate forum. In that regard, it notes the ongoing discussions on overlapping tasks between the Office of the High Representative and the European Union. The European Union has recently strengthened its engagement and political presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina so as to facilitate its progress towards European integration. The new single European Union Special Representative and head of delegation, Peter Sorensen, who leads the support for Bosnia and Herzegovina in EU-related matters, has increasingly engaged with its authorities and political leaders.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The European Union also welcomes and supports further progress in the implementation of the five objectives and two conditions, in line with the agreement, in principle, among the political leaders on defence and State property. The European Union expects the Peace Implementation Council Steering Board to take a decision on ending supervision of the Brcko district at its meeting next week. It is important to underline that it is the prime responsibility of Bosnia and Herzegovina's political leaders to achieve concrete and tangible progress, and thus allow for the further transformation of the international presence, including the Office of the High Representative.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“The implementation of the ruling by the European Court of Human Rights in the Sejdic-Finci case would be a key element for the European Union to consider a membership application credible in the foreseeable future. Among other goals, socio-economic reforms are also urgently needed. In that regard, we look forward to the adoption of the 2012 State budget and the 2012- 2014 global fiscal framework, which are essential to the country's ability to develop growth-oriented policies, as well as to receive and utilize international economic and financial assistance, including the sizeable support provided by the European Union.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“We commend the relevant authorities and political leaders for their concrete efforts to take decisions in a spirit of compromise. After a prolonged period of stagnation, the European Union perspective has finally begun to dominate the political agenda. The European Union welcomes the formation of the State- level Government, as well as the adoption of the State Aid Law and the Census Law. The timely and proper implementation of those laws will not only facilitate further progress towards European Union membership, but also contribute to the peace, stability and prosperity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The momentum in Bosnia and Herzegovina is positive and must be maintained. In particular, Bosnia and Herzegovina needs to urgently bring its Constitution into compliance with the European Convention on Human Rights.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (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 and Iceland; the country of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate Albania; the European Free Trade Association country Norway, member of the European Economic Area; as well as Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova align themselves with this statement. I would like to join other speakers in welcoming High Representative Valentin Inzko back to the Council. We welcome the recent positive developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina and reaffirm our strong support for the country on its path towards European integration.”
2012-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6771 (2012) · source
“In that context, the European Union also co-sponsored the Conference of International, Regional and Sub-Regional Industry Associations on United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) in Wiesbaden, Germany, in April. The timing of today's joint briefing coincides with the regular European Union-United Nations political dialogue on counter-terrorism. I would like to conclude by underlining the importance that we attach to the close collaboration between the United Nations and the European Union.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“As recognized during the recent Seoul Nuclear Security Summit, the full and effective implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) will strengthen global efforts to prevent the acquisition and use by terrorists of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons and materials. We strongly support the robust and effective implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). To that end, the European Union is currently finalizing a new council decision focused on State assistance. We have also launched an extensive technical assistance programme on export control, focused in the first instance on neighbouring countries and which will be gradually expanded to South-East Asia and the Mediterranean.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“In addition, we welcome all efforts aimed at enhancing the visibility of United Nations counter- terrorism activities and at ensuring greater cooperation, coordination and coherence among United Nations entities, including, when appropriate, the contribution of relevant United Nations political offices and missions in the field. In that context, we welcome the Secretary-General's recommendation. for consideration by Member States, of the appointment of a United Nations counter-terrorism coordinator, as a step towards further improving cross-institutional coherence in the United Nations counter-terrorism efforts. Finally, let me turn to the resolution 1540 (2004) regime.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“That task is of utmost importance if we wish to succeed in our long-term efforts to counter and prevent the scourge of terrorism. We also look forward to the upcoming review of the Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy. We commend the recent activities of the Counter- Terrorism Executive Directorate and look forward to its future work, in particular the upcoming workshops for Sahel and Maghreb countries. We welcome the work of the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force, including, among others, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime with its Terrorism Prevention Branch, as well as the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute. We also look forward to the development of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“Countering and preventing terrorism can be successful in the long run only when core universal values and the rule of law are respected, and international law - including human rights law, international humanitarian law and refugee law - are fully complied with. The promotion and protection of human rights is essential for all components of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. In that context, an international conference was organized on 12 March by Denmark, which holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union. The aim of the conference was to help identify ways to better bring counter-terrorism measures and capacity-building efforts into line with the requirements of human rights and the rule of law.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“The Office of the Ombudsperson has made an important contribution to ensuring fair and clear procedures for individuals who seek delisting, and I am honoured to have been involved, in my former capacity as Ambassador, in the development of that Office. Pursuant to resolution 1989 (2011), we encourage designated individuals who are considering, or are in the process of, challenging their listings through national and regional courts to submit a petition for delisting to the Office of the Ombudsperson. We underline the importance of all relevant information being shared with the Office of the Ombudsperson, and that it particularly welcomes arrangements on the provision of confidential information.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“We appreciate the efforts of the Chair of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) and 1989 (2011) concerning Al-Qaida and associated individuals and entities, the Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism and the Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), and we thank them for providing us with information on their activities and undertakings. Let me also underscore the essential role of the resolutions themselves in the global counter-terrorism efforts. With regard to counter-terrorism-related sanctions, we welcome the further procedural improvements introduced to the Al-Qaida sanctions regime in June last year in resolution 1989 (2011).”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I am speaking on behalf of the European Union and its member States. As this is the first time I have the chance to speak in this Chamber in the month of May, I would like to congratulate you, Sir, and Azerbaijan on assuming the presidency of the Council and to thank the United States for its efforts during the month of April. The acceding country Croatia, the candidate countries Turkey, 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, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. Thank you very much, Sir, for organizing this useful briefing.”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“Numerous United Nations agencies are directly or indirectly involved in those domains, with different scopes and mandates, and their enhanced coordination is foreseen. We wish to assure the Council of our appreciation of the importance of today's topic. The European Union and its member States provide political, technical and financial assistance to United Nations agencies and other partners in numerous regions of the world. We would therefore welcome and stand ready to assist the proposed diagnostic assessment by the Secretariat in order to focus our efforts in the most effective way possible.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Ensuring the proper implementation of sanctions regimes, for which effective border management is also relevant, is important. Integrated border management is only one element, but a key one, in the global effort to ensure greater effectiveness on the part of the international community in fighting illicit cross-border trafficking and movement. Where efficient tools already developed by organizations such as Interpol, the World Customs Organization, the International Maritime Organization and EU agencies are in place, they should be systematically used instead of being applied as ad hoc solutions, which may negatively impact long-term sustainability and ownership of United Nations assistance.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“EU structures such as Europol, Eurojust, the European Arrest Warrant, the joint investigation teams and police and customs cooperation provide us with efficient mechanisms to better tackle terrorism and organized crime. Support for relevant United Nations international legal instruments and United Nations programmes of technical assistance, as provided by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, for example, should help to further augment international cooperation aimed at addressing such global threats and challenges. The fight against illicit cross-border trafficking and movements requires international cooperation, the sharing of best practices and standards and the exchange of information and intelligence in order to develop a comprehensive picture of threats and to facilitate a coordinated approach.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“The role of the European Agency for the Management of Operational Cooperation at the External Borders of the Member States of the European Union has recently been strengthened to allow it, for example, to share personal information with the European Police Office (Europol) and other European agencies on those suspected of cross-border crimes and to cooperate more closely with the suspects' countries of origin and transit. All those efforts are supported by relevant legislation and coherent policies, in particular in the area of the control of illicit movement of goods, funds and persons, transport security, maritime surveillance and international cooperation.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Integrated border management, linking migration management tools as well as control of the movement of goods and funds, underpinned by an intelligence-led and multidisciplinary approach, is part of the European Union's comprehensive panoply of weapons in the fight against ever more sophisticated and often interconnected forms and groups of international organized crime and terrorist groups and activities. The European Union is addressing the threats related to the smuggling and trafficking of goods and persons at borders by applying the Global Approach to Migration and Mobility.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“At the same time, international terrorism and organized crime have increasingly exploited globalization and technological progress to facilitate the development of illicit trafficking and movements, generating illegitimate gains and seriously undermining through corruption and violence the stability and development of States and regions, creating the vicious cycle of an environment conducive to such illicit activities. For the European Union and its member States, border management is a priority area of action to address and prevent such threats and challenges.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“We should all aim for better coordination of all the United Nations bodies that contribute to the fight against such illicit cross-border trafficking and movements. As we all know, in the context of globalization borders cannot now be perceived as barriers. The fluidity of circulation of goods, funds and people is of great importance to trade, economic prosperity and human development. Facilitating that, without reducing security, is therefore important for all trade, financial and cultural flows.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I am speaking on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States. The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland and Serbia; the country of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. We welcome the initiative of the United States to discuss strengthening the capacity of the United Nations to assist Member States in securing their borders against the illicit trafficking and movement of materials, funds and goods, as well as human beings.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“The European Union remains deeply concerned about the situation in Syria and the fragility of the cessation of violence, in view of reports of the use of heavy weaponry in civilian areas. The EU calls on the Syrian Government to show a visible change by withdrawing all troops and heavy weapons from population centres to their barracks in order to facilitate a sustained cessation of violence. It calls upon all parties in Syria to immediately cease violence in all its forms. The European Union reiterates its concerns about the humanitarian situation in Syria and urges the Syrian authorities to grant immediate, unimpeded and full access of humanitarian organizations to all areas in Syria to deliver humanitarian assistance, including medical care.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“12-30747 Finally, regarding Syria, the European Union welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2043 (2012) establishing the United Nations Supervision Mission in Syria (UNSMIS). The EU calls for the immediate implementation of resolutions 2042 (2012) and 2043 (2012), and urges the Syrian Government to ensure the effective operation and deployment of the Mission and allow freedom of movement, access and communication. The European Union reaffirms its full support for the six-point plan of Joint Special Envoy of the United Nations and League of Arab States, Mr. Kofi Annan, and calls upon the Syrian Government to immediately and visibly implement all elements of the Joint Special Envoy's plan, as it committed to do in its 25 March and 1 April communications to Joint Special Envoy Annan.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union calls for the complete cessation of all rocket attacks on Israel and all other forms of violence. The European Union calls for the full implementation of resolution 1860 (2009) and the Agreement on Movement and Access, for the full respect of international humanitarian law, and for an immediate, sustained and unconditional opening of crossings. Despite some welcome progress, Israel needs to take further meaningful and far-reaching steps, allowing for the reconstruction and economic recovery of the Gaza Strip. The European Union calls for a solution addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. The EU has consistently called for intra- Palestinian reconciliation behind President Mahmoud Abbas as an important element of the unity of a future Palestinian State and of reaching a two-State solution.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union is deeply concerned about the approval of new construction in a range of settlements, such as Shvut Rachel, Gilo and Har Homa. The European Union is also deeply concerned about retroactive approvals that have been granted for housing built without previous Israeli authorization in settlements and outposts. The European Union is closely following developments with regard to Migron, the largest such outpost. As regards Gaza in particular, the European Union has followed with concern the recent escalation of violence in Gaza and southern Israel. The situation in and around Gaza will remain fragile and unsustainable as long as the West Bank and Gaza are not reunited under the legitimate Palestinian Authority, adhering to the commitments undertaken by the Palestine Liberation Organization.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Ensuring access to that area will help the Palestinian Authority achieve greater economic potential. The EU calls on the parties to cooperate in order to facilitate the social and economic development of Area C, which is of 12-30747 critical importance to the viability of a future Palestinian State. The European Union reiterates that settlements, the separation barrier where built on occupied land, the demolition of homes and evictions are illegal under international law, constitute an obstacle to peace and threaten to make a two-State solution impossible. The European Union urges the Government of Israel to immediately end all settlement activities in East Jerusalem and the rest of the West Bank, including natural growth, and to dismantle all outposts erected since March 2001.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Therefore, the European Union underlines the necessity for other donors to identify and transfer funds to assist the Palestinian Authority. However, the majority of the Palestinian Authority's budget is met by its own customs and taxation revenues. The European Union therefore continues to urge the swift implementation of improvements currently being discussed between the parties to the mechanism by which those are collected and transferred, which should be transparent and predictable. Furthermore, monthly transfers of those revenues are an obligation. Among the factors that will help the Palestinian economy become sustainable is the relaxing of Israeli restrictions on access to land, water, raw materials and export markets. Area C of the West Bank constitutes the largest area of land for the Palestinians.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At this critical juncture, it is more important than ever for the parties to refrain from provocative actions that undermine the prospects for continuing the dialogue re-established in January, and to respect their obligations under the Road Map. That includes incursions by Israeli forces into Area A of the West Bank, which put in jeopardy the success of Palestinian institution-building efforts and the mutual obligation to end all forms of incitement. The European Union reiterates its support for the Palestinian Authority's institution-building efforts and its recurrent budget, to which the European Union is the largest donor. The continuing financial difficulties of the Palestinian Authority risk putting in danger the major achievements it has made so far, not least in providing security in the West Bank.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union reaffirms its clear positions on negotiations with regard to parameters, principles and issues, including the conclusions of the EU Foreign Affairs Council in 2 December 2009, December 2010, May, July and October 2011, and January 2012, as well as the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union to the Security Council on 21 April 2011 (see S/PV.6520). The European Union also reiterates its support for the Arab Peace Initiative. The European Union calls on the parties to demonstrate their commitment to a peaceful solution by taking actions that can build confidence and create the environment of trust necessary to ensure meaningful negotiations leading to a comprehensive and lasting peace.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It reaffirms its commitment to all elements of the Quartet statement of 23 September 2011 (see SG/2178). The Quartet, meeting on ll April, renewed its call on the parties to meet those objectives (see SG/2182). Negotiations are the best way forward if there is to be a lasting resolution to the conflict. The European Union therefore welcomes the expected exchange of letters between the parties initiated on 17 April, and urges both sides to build on the momentum of the current contacts in order to resume direct talks. A bold and decisive demonstration of political leadership is needed from both sides. The European Union reaffirms its commitment to a two-State solution. The legitimacy of the State of Israel and the right of Palestinians to achieve statehood must never be called into question.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I thank you, Madam President, for giving the floor to the European Union (EU). The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia; the country of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidate Albania; the European Free Trade Association country Liechtenstein, member of the European Economic Area; as well as Ukraine and Georgia align themselves with this statement. While the Arab world is witnessing fundamental change, the need to ensure meaningful progress on the Middle East peace process remains as important as ever. The European Union wishes to stress once again the central role of the Quartet in that context and to express its full support for the ongoing Quartet process.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“President, of our firm commitment to remain engaged as a strong and reliable partner for Afghanistan after the transition has been completed. The aim of our joint efforts in Afghanistan remains clear, namely, to support the Afghan Government as it puts the many years of conflict behind it and offers all Afghan people the prospect of a better future. To that end, we support the proposed extension of a strong UNAMA mandate.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“In that respect, we welcome the commitment of the Afghan Government to the resolution's full implementation through the establishment of the inter-ministerial steering committee on resolution 1325 (2000). Follow-up to the Istanbul Conference on regional cooperation is encouraging. The February senior officials' preparatory meeting in Kabul laid the groundwork for the June Kabul ministerial meeting by firming up some of the Istanbul commitments. Further progress is necessary to translate those promises into tangible improvements in regional security and economic development. As the recent Paris Pact Conference stressed, regional cooperation will also be indispensable to address common threats, such as drug trafficking. In conclusion, I once more assure you, Mr.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Progress in the peace process will be sustainable only if the peace and reconciliation process is truly inclusive, if it proactively seeks balanced gender and social-status representation and if it involves civil society. Both the process and its outcome must respect the Afghan Constitution, including its human rights provisions and, notably, the rights of women and girls. At the present time, we encourage particular attention to the continued implementation of the law on the elimination of violence against women. In that vein, we wish to reiterate our firm commitment to resolution 1325 (2000) and all subsequent resolutions on women, peace and security.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“A continued United Nations role in long-term electoral reform will contribute to strengthening the role of the Afghan Government and institutions. The importance of that was underlined in the Kabul Conference communique, and most recently at Bonn, where there was agreement that strengthening and improving Afghanistan's electoral process would be a key step in Afghanistan's democratization. Finally, we highlight the continued importance of UNAMA support for the Afghan authorities' efforts to increase transparency and accountability. For all those support efforts, a continued UNAMA presence throughout the country is needed.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) will continue to play a critical role in supporting the Afghan Government, and will do so with a mandate reviewed in line with the progress made in Afghanistan, in full consensus with its Government and informed by the helpful review conducted by the Secretary-General. UNAMA's good offices, including support for the Afghan-led peace and reconciliation process, and for strengthening human rights and for regional cooperation, will remain cornerstones. Similarly critical is its role in supporting the Afghan Government in the coordination and management of international assistance. In that regard, greater coherence of international assistance with the national priority programmes identified by the Government of Afghanistan is necessary.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“The Bonn Conference confirmed international long-term engagement in Afghanistan beyond the end of the transition and through the transformation decade from 2015 to 2024. The signing of a number of bilateral partnerships manifests that. On our part, we are firmly committed to that objective as well, as specified in the European Union Council conclusions of 14 November 2011. The commitments made in Bonn were mutual. As we prepare for the Chicago and Tokyo conferences, we must ensure that those mutual commitments are swiftly implemented. We note with satisfaction that transition in the security sector remains on track, with the implementation of the second tranche progressing well.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries Montenegro, Iceland 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. Like others, I would first like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2012/ 133), and in particular Special Representative of the Secretary-General J an Kubis for his briefing and for the excellent work that he and his team are doing under truly difficult circumstances. I would also thank Ambassador Tanin for his clear statement here today.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“The efforts of donors, including the European Union, to reduce the risk of natural disasters have increased the country's ability to better cope with those disasters. Nevertheless, the country remains vulnerable. The current political stalemate must end. Haiti and its citizens cannot afford further political turmoil and instability. The European Union and its member States remain fully committed to supporting Haiti in its efforts to build a brighter future for the Haitian population. The European Union Development Commissioner, Mr. Piebalgs, was in Port-au-Prince yesterday for a two-day visit in which he announced a new contribution of â‚¬100 million aimed at strengthening the reconstruction process.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“The criticisms of MINUSTAH based on allegations of serious professional misconduct remain a reason for grave concern. It is important that the Mission continue to demonstrate the highest standards of integrity. It should respond to those allegations with appropriate investigations and disciplinary measures. Over the past two years, the European Union has made an significant contribution to Haiti. In 2010, â‚¬522 million were pledged from the European Union's budget to assist the Haitian Government. Today, more than â‚¬358 million have been disbursed. Our assistance has brought immediate relief to over 5 million Haitians and aims to ensure the long-term recovery of their country. Today, half a million Haitians still live in camps and cholera persists. Women and children are particularly affected.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“The timely organization of partial legislative and municipal elections is therefore essential to the effective functioning of Haiti's democratic institutions and local administration. In the context of a new reconfiguration of MINUSTAH's forces, it will be important for the Mission to remain focused on its core mandate of supporting the political process and strengthening the rule of law and security institutions. The European Union and its member States will continue to work hand in hand with the relevant authorities to support the transition process so that they can take increasing responsibility for the country's stability, in particular the training of a strong and effective National Police. Progress in this respect should not be undermined by the establishment of a second security force.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Last September, during the previous debate (S/PV.6618) on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), we welcomed the peaceful and democratic election of a new President and called for the creation of a new Government. Four months later, our predictions of a period of political stability and reconstruction have been undermined by the recent resignation of the former Prime Minister, Mr. Garry Conille. The executive and legislative branches must engage in a constructive dialogue in order to work in a spirit of compromise and move effectively towards the appointment of a new Prime Minister. In the coming months, Haiti's Parliament will lose a third of its senators as their terms expire, while the mayors are already working beyond their four-year terms of office.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (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 Iceland, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, the former Yugoslav Republic of and Turkey; 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. I first wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Fernandez, for his briefing to the Council. I also thank the Permanent Representative of Haiti for the comments he has just made.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source