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Mayr-Harting

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first: 2008-12-09
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“Let me underline that Austria fully aligns itself with the statement of the European Union that will be delivered later this morning. Let me now highlight a few additional points. Austria would once again like to confirm its support for the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and for the continuation of the Djibouti peace process. We hope that the TFG, with the support of the international community, will be able to assume its responsibilities - namely, to build security and rule of law institutions and to embark on a reconciliation process - in unity. As others have already said, the transitional period comes to an end in August 2011, and we need a clear strategy for the remainder of this time.”
2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I would like to welcome Ambassador Augustine Mahiga as the new Special Representative of the Secretary- General. We thank him for his presentation and for the commitment he has already shown under truly challenging circumstances. I would also like to say that we welcomed the presentation by Foreign Minister Wetangula and would like to underline the key role that Kenya is playing in bringing stability to Somalia by accepting refugees as a basis for the activities of the international community and, more specifically, on the issue of piracy. We are also grateful to the Permanent Representative of Somalia for his statement. I would like to join others in condemning the recent attacks of 9 September and the violence of recent weeks. Austria expresses its condolences to the victims and their families.”
2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source
“For its part, Austria has mobilized almost $17 million in contributions and humanitarian assistance for immediate aid and reconstruction. A portion of that sum has been made available to the United Nations family, the International Committee of the Red Cross and humanitarian non-governmental organizations in Austria. Our citizens have also donated almost $45 million to the victims in Haiti. I wish to conclude by assuring the Government and people of Haiti that the international community will remain with them in their effort to build the new Haiti that is beginning to take shape.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“We would be grateful to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for providing further information on the activities he foresees for that strategy. It will be important, in addition to the measures already undertaken to combat sexual violence, to fine- tune a comprehensive strategy to prevent sexual violence and a package of support measures for the victims. We therefore support the Secretary-General's proposal that the Ministry of Justice and Public Security be assisted in establishing police substations assigned to assist the victims of sexual violence. It is equally urgent to improve current conditions in Haitian prisons in order to reduce the prison population and to limit excessive pre-trial detention.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“The elections must be conducted credibly, fairly and legitimately in order to ensure the further stabilization and reconstruction of the country. Austria reiterates the importance of the participation of Haitian women in the electoral process, and hopes that it will continue to be encouraged and promoted. With respect to measures to protect the most vulnerable, efforts must be pursued tirelessly and even strengthened. We share the Secretary-General's opinion that a solid protective environment must be established in Haiti, and we hope that the needs of displaced children and the fight against their exploitation and trafficking will continue to be given special attention in protection activities. In that respect, we should like to know more about the protection of civilians strategy, which we understand is being updated by MINUSTAH.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“The increase in police staffing authorized by the Council in resolution 1927 (2010) has had the desired outcome. All of MINUSTAH's operating procedures have been reviewed in order to make them more effective in addressing sexual violence, which we welcome. Austria also recognizes MINUSTAH'S important activities to assist the Government of Haiti in preparing for and holding the presidential and legislative elections, and in coordinating electoral assistance. We recognize that, despite the significant progress that has been made to date, much remains to be done. We endorse the Secretary-General's assessment that the police and military contingents of MINUSTAH will need to be maintained at their current level until an evaluation of the security situation can be made following the inauguration of the new President and Government.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“I wish to add the following points on behalf of my delegation. Since our last debate on Haiti in the Council (see S/PV.6303), much progress has been made on the ground. We knew that the current period was going to be one of high risk, in which the objectives of security and protection would have to be pursued as vigorously as the organization of the elections and the reconstruction of the country. I dare say that these twin objectives have met with success so far. Austria wishes to emphasize in particular the importance of the efforts of MINUSTAH in the areas of the rule of law and the protection of civilians, especially women and children. Austria welcomes the measures taken by MINUSTAH, in close cooperation with the Haitian National Police, to protect internally displaced persons in the camps.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting (Austria) (spoke in French): I wish at the outset to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Haiti, Mr. Edmond Mulet, for his excellent briefing on the Secretary-General's semi-annual report (S/2010/466) and for all his untiring efforts at the head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). I should also like to thank all the United Nations staff in Haiti for their outstanding work in very difficult conditions. We owe them all the support they require. I also wish to thank the Permanent Representative of Haiti for his presence here today. We welcome the efforts of his Government to ensure political, economic and social stability in his country. Austria associates itself with the statement to be made shortly by the representative of the European Union.”
2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source
“Nonetheless, last month's decision to postpone municipal elections was a painful setback in the Palestinian Authority's efforts to build the institutions of a future State. We call on Palestinian political representatives to seriously pursue reconciliation efforts and to agree on a political platform based on the Quartet principles and the quest for peace, democracy and the rule of law. The current split between the West Bank and the Gaza Strip jeopardizes prospects for the successful implementation of a two-State solution.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Regarding the follow-up to the Security Council's presidential statement of 1 June concerning the military operations against the Gaza flotilla (S/PRST/2010/9), we wish to reiterate the importance of a prompt, impartial, credible and transparent investigation conforming to international standards, so as to clarify all facts. We therefore support the ongoing efforts of the Secretary-General and call on Israel to positively react to his proposal for an international inquiry. Austria welcomes the continuing trend of increased stability and economic growth in the West Bank, in particular as it seems that this is due not only to foreign aid but also to improved overall security and a number of successful reform efforts by the Palestinian Authority.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“We strongly encourage Israel to allow for large- scale reconstruction, to create conditions for a full resumption of productive activities, to allow for exports of agricultural produce and industrial goods as soon as production can recommence and, most important, to grant freedom of movement to the civilian population living in then Gaza Strip. Austria is deeply disturbed by recent attacks against non-governmental organizations and international organizations in Gaza, including, as others have already mentioned, the vandalizing of a summer games facility for children of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. Hamas, as the de facto authority in Gaza, bears the responsibility to ensure the safety and unhindered operations of the United Nations and civil society.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“That blockade is unacceptable, unsustainable and counterproductive. We therefore welcome Israel's willingness to review its policies regarding imports to the Gaza Strip. We are convinced that the prospect of reconstruction, new job opportunities and increased freedom of movement can contribute to a positive shift of attitudes, and reverse the current worrying trend of de-development, as asserted by United Nations experts. We welcome Israel's decision to allow, as a first step, imports of building materials for United Nations- supervised projects. These measures go in the right direction. At the same time, they still fall short of the fundamental change of policy leading to a durable resolution to the situation in Gaza that European Union Foreign Ministers called for in their latest European Union Council conclusions.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Israeli settlement activities in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, the demolition of houses and the continued building of the separation barrier on Palestinian land continue to constitute major obstacles to peace. In this context, we, like others, wish to express our grave concern about the recent demolition of homes in various neighbourhoods of East Jerusalem, as well as about decisions on renewed, continued settlement construction. Trust in a peace process will depend on visible and tangible changes on the ground. Austria has consistently acknowledged Israel's right to protect its citizens against indiscriminate attacks emanating from Gaza. We repeat our call for an immediate end to all such attacks. At the same time, we continue to believe that security concerns cannot justify the blockade of Gaza.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“These efforts must lay the foundation for a sustainable negotiating process; otherwise they will add to the long list of missed opportunities and play into the hands of peace opponents. Quartet members are fully committed to helping the parties get back to the negotiating table. We appreciate the extraordinary efforts undertaken by the United States Special Envoy, Senator Mitchell, to identify common ground for starting a process towards the implementation of a two-State solution. Austria calls on both parties to honour the obligations they agreed to under the Road Map, and to refrain from any policies that may undermine the spirit of negotiation in good faith.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Let me first join others in thanking Under-Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe for his update this morning on recent developments in the Middle East. We also thank the Permanent Representative of Israel and the Permanent Observer of Palestine for their presence here today and their contributions to our debate. Austria aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the European Union delegation on behalf of the European Union later in our debate today. We are close to the end of the ten-month partial moratorium on settlements that the Israeli Government committed to. The four-month deadline for the proximity talks, after which the Arab League wished to evaluate results, is also rapidly approaching. The coming weeks will therefore be crucial for achieving progress in the peace efforts for the Middle East.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“In conclusion, Austria would like to express its thanks to Nigeria for promoting the issue of conflict prevention and resolution in the Security Council and congratulates it on the presidential statement that was adopted today. We look forward to continuing our discussions on this very important matter.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Austria believes that prevention measures should also be aimed at addressing those threats. We support numerous projects that the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in Vienna is undertaking in this regard and wish to commend the Office for its valuable contribution to conflict prevention. Security Council resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008) urge Member States and the Secretary- General to ensure the increased representation of women in all aspects of conflict resolution and peace processes. We hope to see an increase in the participation, representation and full involvement of women also in preventive diplomacy and mediation efforts in the future.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Moreover, the potential of the various United Nations field presences in Africa in the area of conflict prevention and early warning should be fully utilized to improve and sustain the ability of the United Nations in cooperation with regional partners and national Governments to respond to emerging conflict situations in a timely and decisive manner. In addition, we would also like to stress the crucial role that the Secretary- General's Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide has in matters relating to the prevention and resolution of conflict. Effective efforts to prevent armed conflict also represent a tool to address cross-border and transnational threats to stability, such as drug and human trafficking, the proliferation of small arms and light weapons and transborder organized crime.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“In particular, we wish, as others have already done today, to commend the valuable contribution of the United Nations Office for West Africa in successfully preventing conflicts, as was seen in the recent cases of Guinea and Niger. In addition, I wish to highlight the important role of integrated peacebuilding offices in addressing the root causes of conflict and enhancing resilience by supporting security sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes, as well as activities aimed at strengthening the rule of law and human rights. We believe that the Security Council could examine the merit of expanding the network of such offices.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“The European Union cooperates closely with the African Union in the framework of the Africa-EU Strategic Partnership, including through regular high-level consultations in the framework of the EU Political and Security Committee and the AU Peace and Security Council, and in the field of human rights through the AU-EU human rights dialogue. The AU-EU road map of the peace and security partnership, as agreed in October 2009, further underlines the commitment of both organizations to deepen their cooperation. In doing so, it is important to bear in mind a clear division of labour, as well as the comparative advantages that each organization may have. Austria is convinced that the good offices of the Secretary-General and his special envoys make a significant contribution to the prevention of armed conflict and to mediation in Africa.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“These enhanced capacities will in turn also foster the implementation of Security Council resolutions with regard to the protection of civilians, women and peace and security and children in armed conflict. The development of a strategic partnership between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations is therefore of particular importance to the maintenance of international peace and security. We further believe that all options for funding conflict prevention efforts should be thoroughly considered. In that context, we believe that there is also a need to further strengthen and efficiently use the capacities of the United Nations Secretariat or other actors, such as the European Union (EU).”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Instability in Africa also has global implications which require the continued attention, action and commitment of the Security Council, as well as of all other relevant actors. Austria fully supports efforts aimed at intensifying cooperation with regional and subregional organizations, in particular the African Union (AU) and its regional economic commissions, the Economic Community of West African States and the Southern African Development Community. African involvement and experience in conflict prevention and resolution, early warning and mediation are vital. It is also an issue of ownership, and existing African capacities should be used and further developed in line with the AU-United Nations Ten-Year Capacity- Building Programme.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“It is indisputable that, in terms of cost effectiveness, conflict prevention and resolution benefit from a substantial comparative advantage over other forms of engagement, such as large-scale conflict intervention and post-conflict reconstruction. Preventing the escalation of disputes into armed conflict or relapse into armed conflict needs to go hand in hand with other crisis management activities, such as mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding. All those activities must ensure respect for the rule of law and human rights, as well as the need to fight impunity and address the root causes of conflict. The settlement of conflicts by peaceful means remains one of the biggest challenges the African continent is facing today.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“I would first like to thank you, Mr. President, for honouring us by presiding over this important debate today and also to thank you and the Nigerian presidency of the Security Council for having organized this important meeting. We were grateful for the statement by Deputy Secretary-General Asha Rose Migiro and for the interesting presentation by Ms. Cliffe. Austria associates itself with the statement to be delivered by the European Union delegation later in the course of this meeting. In today's world, we are confronted by a large number of crises and new global challenges that can potentially develop into fully fledged conflicts and that can pose a threat to international peace and security. The peaceful settlement of conflicts should be the first instrument that we always try to resort to.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Let me end by saying that the improvements achieved so far in the United Nations are also serving as an example for efforts by the European Union in this field. Together with its European Union partners, Austria is working to improve implementation of the protection of civilians in missions and operations run by the European Union.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“We also hope that the particular protection needs of persons with disabilities and older persons, together with examples of best practices, will be addressed in the upcoming report of the Secretary-General. Concerning damages caused to the civilian population, we also follow with interest the emerging practice of making amends even if those damages do not stem from unlawful conduct. We finally note with satisfaction that the Security Council expert group on the protection of civilians has significantly contributed to a more consistent approach of the Security Council when renewing the protection mandates of peacekeeping operations. It is essential that the group address all missions with a role in the protection of civilians.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“The interaction between the relevant United Nations bodies and the Special Representatives of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict and on Sexual Violence in Conflict, on the one hand, and sanctions committees and their expert groups, on the other, needs to be enhanced. The recent briefing by Special Representative Coomaraswamy to the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo was an important development. This, from our point of view, should become a standing practice. The past two years have seen important developments in strengthening the protection of women and children in particular.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“Allegations need to be thoroughly investigated and perpetrators brought to account, not only through prosecution, but also through the vetting of armed and security forces. We believe that the Council must ensure respect for its resolutions and be prepared to take vigorous measures against perpetrators, including through the establishment of commissions of inquiry, referrals to the International Criminal Court and the imposition of targeted measures. Let me also underline the important role of national reparation programmes for victims and institutional reforms. In addition, provisions pertaining to violations against the civilian population should consistently be included in the listing criteria of relevant sanctions committees.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“At the same time, we welcome the establishment of a joint working group comprising representatives of the Secretariat and the Government of the host country, who will jointly review implementation of the protection benchmarks defined by the Council. This model can also help, from our point of View, to strengthen ownership by the host country. If successful, it might be considered in the context of other missions in the future. The Secretary-General, in his most recent report (S/2009/277), rightly listed the enhancement of compliance with international humanitarian and human rights law, as well as international criminal law, by State and non-State actors alike as a major persistent challenge. And he said so again here today. Perpetrators of serious violations against the civilian population still go largely unpunished.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“The ultimate goal of any peacekeeping mission with a protection mandate must be to help restore an environment in which the host State is able to fully exercise its primary responsibility to protect its own population. The untimely drawdown or premature downscaling of peacekeeping missions can seriously endanger the stability and safety of the civilian population. Mandate adjustments or the drawdown of missions therefore also need to be conditioned upon the fulfilment of benchmarks relating to the protection of civilians. It is no secret that my country would have preferred a stronger protection of civilians component in the latest renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“We welcome the fact that protection mandates increasingly include all activities aimed at ensuring the safety and physical integrity of civilian populations, securing humanitarian access and ensuring full respect for the rights of individuals by all parties to a conflict in accordance with international humanitarian and human rights law. We also welcome United Nations efforts to promote and protect human rights in situations of armed conflict, as well as the inclusion of human rights components in peacekeeping and other relevant missions. The High Commissioner has just very clearly shown the link between human rights and protection concerns.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“We are closely following how the provisions of resolution 1894 (2009) on the role of peacekeeping missions in the protection of civilians are being translated into the everyday work of the Secretariat and the Council and taken into account in the renewal of peacekeeping mission mandates. The further development and implementation of the operational concept, mission-wide protection strategies and training modules are well under way. Austria will continue to promote the use of these tools and, whenever necessary, call for the prioritization of protection tasks, such as in the course of the recent renewals of the mandates of the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“Resolution 1894 (2009), the in-depth discussion within this year's Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, the work of the Secretariat and many missions on the ground, as well as the independent study on the protection of civilians in the context of United Nations peacekeeping operations, have contributed to a better understanding of protection of civilians amongst the various stakeholders. We are convinced that the next report of the Secretary-General will provide an important opportunity to take stock of the progress made and of remaining challenges in implementing resolution 1894 (2009). In order to reflect the recent developments, we also believe that a revised version of the aide-memoire (see S/PRST/2009/l, annex) should soon be adopted.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“I think it is very important that she has the chance to speak to us in this context and to make the link to specific country situations where there is a protection concern. Austria associates itself with the statement to be delivered by the European Union delegation later in this debate. In response to last year's report of the Secretary- General on the protection of civilians (S/2009/277), the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 1894 (2009). Eight months later, we are encouraged by the progress made in its implementation. Let me particularly thank OCHA and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations for their consistent support of this process.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“Let me thank you, Madam President, for organizing this debate and the Secretary-General for his statement here today and for the strong commitment he has always shown in the interest of this very important subject. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary- General John Holmes for his briefing here today. I would like to say how greatly Austria has appreciated his action at the head of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) during these past three and a half years. I remember quite a number of situations when the Council had some difficulty agreeing on the best political response to a crisis, and when it was OCHA under the leadership of John Holmes that was the first to make a difference on the ground. We are grateful for that as well. Let me also thank High Commissioner Pillay for her statement.”
2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source
“That kind of pragmatic dialogue is exactly what is needed today in Kosovo and in the region, and that kind of dialogue also includes the need for increased cooperation by all sides with EULEX and the other international actors in Kosovo. Let me underline that that dialogue would also be in the interest of the European perspective of the entire region, as well as of its constituent parts.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“Austria fully supports the efforts of the European Union Mission to exercise its mandate, including in northern Kosovo, in full conformity with resolution 1244 (1999). We call on all sides to refrain from any escalation and to ease the existing tensions. We are quite aware of the continuing fundamental disagreement between Belgrade and Pristina on the status issue, and the position of my Government and my country on this matter is known. But we do not believe that this disagreement can or should preclude sustained efforts by all parties - and let me repeat, by all parties - towards greater stability, a peaceful dialogue and pragmatic solutions.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“We call on the Kosovo police to investigate that deplorable incident with the support of European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) and to bring those responsible to justice. We expect all parties to fully cooperate in this effort. We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for the professional work of EULEX and the International Security Force in Kosovo (KFOR). We do not believe that the incident that we have been informed about today constitutes a threat to international peace and security, and what General De Kermabon has said to us about the security situation confirms this evaluation. At the same time, the latest events clearly show the importance of the presence of EULEX in northern Kosovo in order to avoid a further deterioration of the security situation.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“Let me first thank you and your country, Madam President, on assuming the presidency of the Council and thank the delegation of Mexico for their outstanding work last month. We thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zannier and General De Kermabon for their comprehensive briefings. We also thank His Excellency President Tadie and His Excellency Foreign Minister Hyseni for their statements. We have listened to them very carefully. Like other speakers before us, and in line with the statement made by High Representative Ashton, we condemn the act that led to the death of Mr. Dzekovie and the injury of several others during the protests in North Mitrovica on 2 July.”
2010-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6353 (2010) · source
“That will make it easier for donors to give their support to Afghan-owned national priority programmes. Austria stands ready to continue to support Afghanistan on its way to a more secure and prosperous future.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Let me also say in more general terms that youth make up more than half of the population of Afghanistan and constitute its most valuable resource. In that context, we are also grateful to UNAMA for the efforts that it has already undertaken to strengthen its child protection capacity. We hope that such efforts will be continued. Finally, Austria looks forward to the Kabul Conference, co-chaired by the Afghan Government and the United Nations. Effective transition to greater Afghan control over security, governance and development, based on a renewed commitment by the Afghan Government to its people, must be the common objective. It will be critical to long-term success that all those initiatives be firmly based on the principles of good governance, the rule of law and respect for human rights.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Beyond the upcoming elections, we fully agree with the assessment that a more comprehensive and long-term electoral reform is necessary. Let me also mention that Austria welcomes the recent instruction by the Afghan Ministry of Education that, in view of the threat by the Taliban, schools should no longer be used as polling stations in elections. We therefore hope that the Afghan authorities will do their utmost to act in accordance with that commitment and where, or if, possible extend it to health facilities. I say that because using schools as polling stations in past elections not only led to a marked increase in attacks on schools, but also unfortunately resulted in a lasting decrease in the school enrolment rate.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We look forward to continued cooperation with the Government of Afghanistan and UNAMA in the full implementation of resolutions 1267 (1999), 1822 (2008) and 1904 (2009). Let me now turn to the preparations for the September legislative elections. We appreciate the successful efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to facilitate a solution regarding the status of the electoral law and commend the Independent Electoral Commission and the Electoral Complaints Commission for their ongoing work, including the successful conclusion of the registration phase. The high number of female candidates is a remarkable and positive development. All efforts must be undertaken to ensure their security.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“I note with satisfaction that these criteria square fully with those mentioned by Ambassador Tanin, earlier in this debate. In recent months we have been working actively with the Afghan authorities to obtain relevant additional data on listed individuals. I encourage the Afghan authorities to urgently provide to the Committee the information required to conclude the review successfully by the extended deadline of 31 July. Let me make this absolutely clear - if this information is to be taken into consideration in the course of the ongoing review, receiving it must be a matter not of weeks, but of days. As I said, I encourage the Afghan authorities to move along these lines.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“In my capacity as Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban, I had a chance to meet with interlocutors on the subject, and I am grateful to UNAMA for facilitating these contacts. I explained that the review of the 1267 sanctions list is an ongoing process based on resolution 1822 (2008), that it is conducted on a case-by-case basis and is not, as such, linked to current developments. I also indicated that, with regard to possible de-listings of Taliban-related individuals, the Committee would be guided by the following principles: individuals should convincingly renounce violence, lay down arms, break ties with Al-Qaida and fully respect the Afghan Constitution.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“Hence, the Afghan national action plan for peace, justice and reconciliation - approved by the Afghan Government in 2005 and endorsed by the London Compact in 2006 - should be fully respected in the reintegration and reconciliation process. From our point of view, the amnesty law that came into force at the end of 2009 is not in line with the demands of the Peace Jirga or with international law and should therefore be repealed. We are also aware that the Peace Jirga called for the removal of the names of the Afghan opposition from the list established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999). During the Security Council mission to Afghanistan, our Afghan interlocutors expressed keen interest in the issue of de-listing.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We would be interested in receiving more detailed information in the next report of the Secretary- General on how Afghanistan's ethnic communities and the women of Afghanistan are included in the planning and implementation of relevant programmes, including with a View to the implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1889 (2009). We also note that, according to the final communique of the Peace Jirga, the people of Afghanistan demand a just peace that can guarantee the rights of all its citizens, including women and children. The J irga further urged that the law be applied equally to all citizens of the country. It is clear that sustainable peace in Afghanistan will be achieved only if justice is served in tandem with a political solution ensuring accountability for serious crimes of the past.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“We appreciate the work undertaken by the Afghan Government to advance a political solution to the long- standing conflict by way of the development of a peace and reintegration programme and the holding of the Consultative Peace Jirga earlier this month. We welcome the significant efforts to include representation from a wide spectrum of Afghan society in the Jirga. Looking ahead, it will be vital to ensure that all relevant sectors of society are fully involved in the next steps, such as the implementation of the peace and reintegration programme and the establishment of a national high-level peace council. UNAMA should continue to support the Afghan-led reconciliation and reintegration process.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“I believe, like others, that we had a very productive visit, which has helped us to enhance our understanding of the situation in Afghanistan and of the extremely difficult circumstances under which the United Nations is operating. The lack of improvement in the security situation and ongoing reports of recent events - targeted attacks by the Taliban on the civilian population and on United Nations staff members - are of great concern to us. Austria aligns itself with the statement to be made later in this debate by the European Union delegation on behalf of the European Union. In addition, Austria wishes to make the following points.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source
“I wish to join other speakers in welcoming the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Staffan de Mistura, to the Security Council. I think I can say that we were all impressed by and grateful for the leadership he is showing in Afghanistan as head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). We listened with great interest to his briefing and to the statement of the Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, Ambassador Zahir Tanin, whom I also welcome at this table. Let me also take this opportunity to thank Ambassador Apakan for his leadership and his team, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and UNAMA for their excellent organization of last week's Security Council mission.”
2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source