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1. “In this context, in 2008 Austria and Lebanon successfully initiated a joint project entitled "The Role of Women in Dialogue: Empowerment and Consolidation". Dialogue with Muslim communities and Islam has rightly attracted attention in recent years, in particular in Europe. I have to say that my country has specific experience in this area. In 2012, Austria will celebrate the centennial of legal recognition of Islam in our country, the first decision of this kind to be taken historically in Western Europe and a step that is of course linked to the historical experience we share with our neighbours at the Council table, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Just a few days ago, the Third Conference for European Imams and Religious Advisers took place in Vienna, with the support of the Austrian Government.”

   2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

2. “Austria has been an active member of the Alliance from its very inception in 2005 and will be represented by Foreign Minister Spindelegger in the upcoming third annual Forum in Rio de Janeiro. We look forward to hosting the fifth annual Forum, scheduled for 2012 in Vienna. Austria has a long tradition of dialogue initiatives between cultures and religions. Our activities focus on areas Where we believe that we can find common ground, such as the promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms. We also attach great importance to the promotion of social, cultural and religious pluralism and successful management of diversity. Fostering equal rights and opportunities for women and promoting their role and leadership in interreligious and intercultural dialogue are among the priority objectives of Austria's engagement in this field.”

   2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

3. “Dialogue aimed at enhancing mutual understanding must involve respect for different values and beliefs. At the same time, dialogue must be based on the full respect for all universally accepted human rights and fundamental freedoms and on the principle of the rule oflaw. Important work has been done by various United Nations bodies to underline the importance of and enhance intercultural dialogue. We also wish to acknowledge the initiatives taken by the Secretary- General and by individual Member States. The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, initiated by Turkey and Spain, has become a significant global forum for intercultural exchange and the enhancement of mutual understanding.”

   2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

4. “I would to join other speakers in welcoming you, Sir, to the Security Council today. We thank you for presiding over this important debate and for your important remarks. We also appreciate your commitment and that of your country to the cause of intercultural dialogue for peace and security. We are also grateful to the Secretary- General for his participation and his statement. In an increasingly interconnected world, the need for nations to promote peace and prosperity through dialogue, understanding and tolerance has become ever more important. In order to help prevent conflict, we must do everything we can to improve understanding among different cultures and religions, both at the global level and within our respective countries and regions.”

   2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

5. “There is a continued need for the Council to follow developments closely and to be regularly informed about the situation on the ground. Austria believes that the possibility of a further international 10-37507 engagement in eastern Chad should not be excluded if deemed necessary for humanitarian reasons. 10-37507”

   2010-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6321 (2010) · source

6. “We appreciate the efforts undertaken by the Chadian authorities to provide the Security Council with a better understanding of their plans and capabilities in this field. We trust that the Government of Chad will do its utmost to fulfil its responsibilities and use all available capabilities for the protection of the population in Eastern Chad. At the same time, it is of the greatest importance that the joint Government of Chad/United Nations high-level working group assume the key role provided for in the resolution and regularly assess the situation on the ground with respect to the protection of civilians and humanitarian access. We call upon the Government of Chad and the Secretariat to cooperate as closely as possible within the working group.”

   2010-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6321 (2010) · source

7. “Austria voted in favour of the resolution although we would have preferred a more gradual approach to be taken in the drawdown of the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT), as well as the continuation of a protection of civilians mandate for the Mission. At the same time, we note and underscore that MINURCAT has at least been authorized to respond to imminent threats of violence to civilians in its immediate vicinity. We respect the decision of the Government of Chad to assume full responsibility of the security and stability of the civilian population in eastern Chad, including refugees, internally displaced persons, returnees and host communities.”

   2010-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6321 (2010) · source

8. “We hope that these discussions and the resulting recommendations will contribute in a positive fashion to the debate on the future enlargement of the European Union that will be an important part of the upcoming EU-Western Balkans summit in Sarajevo on 2 June.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

9. “This assessment is also reflected in the conclusions of the European Union Foreign Affairs Council on 25 January and by resolution 1895 (2009). Austria will maintain its commitment as one of the core troop contributors to that operation. Finally, let me reiterate our firm conviction that the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the entire region lies within the European Union. That is by far the best way to create a broad zone of stability in the Balkans. This message was again confirmed at a high- level expert seminar that the Austrian Foreign Minister Michael Spindelegger hosted in Vienna on 12 May. Experts from the Western Balkans and the European Union addressed the current political, economic and social challenges of the Western Balkans with a view to EU integration.”

   2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

10. “In this respect, it is particularly worrying that political leaders of Republika Srpska have repeatedly questioned the sovereignty and sustainability of Bosnia and Herzegovina. That is not acceptable. Against the background of the global financial crisis, the upcoming elections will be a crucial opportunity to provide the population with serious choices pertaining to necessary economic and social reforms. We agree with the assessment of the High Representative that the European Union-led peacekeeping force in Bosnia and Herzegovina still plays a key role in contributing to a safe and secure environment that helps the Office of the High Representative and other international actors to implement their mandates.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

11. “These reforms will increase efficiency, help Bosnia and Herzegovina to implement the reforms necessary for accession to the European Union and thereby contribute to stability and economic growth, to the benefit of the entire population of the country. We appeal to all political parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina to refrain from the use of divisive and nationalistic rhetoric in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections. We are particularly concerned by the increase in the number of legal and political actions that have been directed against State institutions, competencies and laws, as well as challenges to the authority of the High Representative, including the adoption of a law by the National Assembly of Republika Srpska on the potential holding of a referendum.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

12. “We believe that Chairman Silajdzie's own forthcoming visit to Belgrade will provide another opportunity to substantially improve regional cooperation. Unfortunately, progress on other important and long-overdue reforms has been slow and has in many cases stalled completely. We are very concerned by the fact that this lack of progress is mostly due to deliberate obstruction directed against the functioning of the State of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Fulfilment of the five objectives and two conditions for the closure of the Office of the High Representative, the implementation of the recent rulings of the European Court of Human Rights and the adoption of a census law applicable to the entire State are prerequisites for the proper functioning of the State. We also hope to see progress on constitutional reforms after the elections on 3 October.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

13. “We are also encouraged by the fact that, in Tallinn on 22 and 23 April, NATO foreign ministers offered Bosnia and Herzegovina a Membership Action Plan, and we hope that the condition to find an appropriate solution regarding immovable defence property will be fulfilled in due course. We are pleased by the genuine commitment shown in recent weeks and months to achieving regional reconciliation. Both the adoption by the Serbian Parliament of a resolution on 31 March condemning the massacres in Srebrenica and offering apologies to the families and relatives of the victims and the visits of the Presidents of Serbia and Croatia have clearly added to the stability of the entire Western Balkans region.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

14. “Eighteen years later, as partners and neighbours of Bosnia and Herzegovina, at this very Council table we look back to that contribution with great satisfaction. We would like to align ourselves with the statement to be delivered by the delegation of the European Union (EU), but I should also like to make the following additional points. We congratulate Bosnia and Herzegovina on its progress on the path towards Euro-Atlantic integration. In its assessment, the European Commission has attested that Bosnia and Herzegovina meets most of the benchmarks set out in the visa road map.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

15. “At the outset, let me warmly welcome Mr. Haris Silajdzie, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and thank him for his important contribution. I should also like to welcome the High Representative, my friend and countryman Mr. Valentin Inzko. We would like to thank him for the report he submitted to the Council (see S/2010/235). We fully share his assessment of recent developments and the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We would like to reaffirm our full and continued support for him and his Office, as well as for the efforts that he has been undertaking to fully implement the Dayton Accords and to facilitate reform. High Representative Inzko recalled the contribution my country was able to make on this Council in 1992.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

16. “At the same time, in more general terms, we believe and hope that the countries of the Horn will assume their responsibility for bringing peace and stability to the region. Deep-rooted conflicts, such as the border conflict between Eritrea and Djibouti and the conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea, need to be addressed urgently for the sake of the people in the Horn. It is vital to continue to search for a solution to the underlying political problems. Therefore, we also welcome all oongoing mediation efforts by countries in the region and urge the countries concerned to engage constructively. No opportunity for dialogue should be missed.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

17. “In that context, we condemn any attempt to undermine or halt the peace process by attacking the TFG, AMISOM or humanitarian deliveries or by supporting the insurgents. Any person or entity committing such acts risks facing sanctions imposed by the Security Council. I listened with interest to what Ambassador Heller, Chairman of the sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009), has just told us about his trip to the region, and we look forward to the full report on it. We call on the Eritrean Government to urgently address the concerns of the Security Council and the international community, more particularly by fulfilling Eritrea's obligations under resolution 1907 (2009) and other relevant Security Council resolutions.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

18. “President, and Djibouti for playing a stabilizing role in the region, inter alia, by having hosted the negotiations between the then Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and the Alliance for the Re-Liberation of Somalia and by hosting a regional training centre for maritime officials, in connection with the Djibouti Code of Conduct on the repression of piracy. Concerning the situation in Somalia, let me take this opportunity to once again confirm the support of my country for the Djibouti peace process, the TFG and the African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM). We call on all parties to join the peace process, and we urge the Government to rapidly resolve the internal disputes and ambiguities as important challenges lie ahead, among them the drafting of the constitution.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

19. “Mr. Mayr-Harting (Austria) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank His Excellency the President of the Republic of Djibouti, Mr. Guelleh, for his presence among us today and for his important briefing. (spoke in English) In terms of talented and gifted individuals, cultural heritage and natural resources , the Horn of Africa is one of the richest regions in the world. At the same time, that very region has faced instability, insecurity, economic crisis and high political tension for decades now. Only a week ago, the Security Council discussed what that means, especially for the Somali population. In that context, I would like to thank you, Mr.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

20. “The implementation of resolution 1822 (2008) constituted an important stage in and a major achievement of the Committee's work, and the review process has contributed and is contributing towards both improving due process requirements and strengthening the regime. The new resolution 1904 (2009) reflects the lessons learned during the review, and I would once again like to thank Member States involved for their support and contribution. With the appointment of the Ombudsperson in the near future, the Committee will move to the next stage of its work. It is essential that this process be continued by further improving the Committee's procedures and working methods while ensuring fair and clear procedures, and thereby make the 1267 sanctions regime a stronger and more effective tool.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

21. “At the same time, the Committee continues to be aware of remaining challenges and, as mentioned in resolution 1904 (2009), is committed to continuing to improve its procedures as required in order to introduce further elements of fairness and transparency for placing individuals, groups and entities on the consolidated list and for removing them, as well as for granting humanitarian exemptions. After the review pursuant to resolution 1822 (2008), the Committee will continue to address the weaknesses of the consolidated list. In order to fulfil this task, the Committee depends on cooperation with and contributions from Member States, which are responsible for providing the Committee with relevant information. I would therefore like to call on all Member States to contribute to this collective effort.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

22. “The important additional workload created by the review process and the drafting of narrative summaries poses a particular challenge to all colleagues involved, and I would also like to thank them for their personal commitment. In my previous briefing I mentioned that the 1267 sanctions regime has encountered increasing criticism by a number of States and individuals because of procedural and human rights concerns. By resolution 1904 (2009), the Security Council addressed many of those concerns and thus significantly contributed to strengthening the fairness and effectiveness of the regime.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

23. “I would also like to take this opportunity to reiterate that the Committee welcomes the Security Council's encouragement set forth in paragraph 36 of resolution 1904 (2009) for Member States to send representatives to meet the Committee for more in-depth discussion of relevant issues or for voluntary briefings on their efforts to implement the sanctions measures. The Committee is ready to listen to ideas and concerns and looks forward to continuing its cooperation and dialogue with all Member States. Before concluding, I would like to use this opportunity to thank the members of the Monitoring Team and the Committee secretariat for their invaluable contribution to the work of the Committee.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

24. “I intend to hold the next open briefing at the beginning of July and to use that occasion to provide the membership with information about the status and outcome of the review. At the beginning of June, I plan to participate in a meeting of special services, security agencies and law enforcement organizations to be held in Yekaterinburg, Russian Federation. I also have the intention to intensify the dialogue between the Committee and the authorities of Afghanistan, so as to raise issues relevant for the 1267 Committee, in particular regarding the review of the consolidated list.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

25. “I am pleased to announce that the Committee is currently concluding the revision of the guidelines, which we hope will be adopted in the coming days. We are convinced that the guidelines will be an important tool for conducting the Committee's work in a more effective, efficient, fair and transparent manner. Regarding the consolidated list and all relevant data, I would like to refer to our written statement. I would only like to inform the Council that on 12 January this year, the Committee made available on its website new standard forms for listing to be used when proposing the inclusion of individuals and entities on the consolidated list. As far as outreach is concerned, on 1 February of this year I held my latest informal open briefing for all Member States in which I discussed the new provisions of resolution 1904 (2009).”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

26. “Committee members may place holds on matters that are under consideration. So far, there has been no clear procedure and no time limit for such holds. Resolution 1904 (2009) introduces a new procedure for pending issues: holds now have a time limit of six months, and this period can only be extended on a case-by-case basis and in extraordinary circumstances. In addition, the Committee will have to review all existing holds by 31 December of this year. Resolution 1904 (2009) can only be effectively implemented if the working methods of the Committee are adapted to the new procedures. In recent months, the Committee has worked intensively to adapt the Committee's guidelines so that they reflect the provisions of the new resolution.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

27. “Resolution 1904 (2009) introduced several provisions with a view to improving the quality of listings and to increase transparency regarding information relevant for States and listed individuals and entities. One major achievement is that the narrative summaries of reasons for listing will be made available on the Committee's website at the same time that a new listing is published on the list. To ensure that the consolidated list remains dynamic and adequately reflects the current threat posed by Al-Qaida and the Taliban, additional review processes have been introduced. Every six months, a review of deceased persons will be conducted. There will also be an annual review of entries that lack identifiers. Finally, there will be an annual review of names on the consolidated list which have not been reviewed in three or more years.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

28. “The Ombudsperson will replace the focal point established pursuant to resolution 1730 (2006) for de-listing requests regarding the consolidated list, while the focal point will continue to receive de-listing requests for other sanctions regimes. I am happy to inform the Security Council that by the end of April a number of excellent candidates had applied for the position of Ombudsperson. Pursuant to resolution 1904 (2009), the Ombudsperson shall be appointed by the Secretary-General in close consultation with the Committee. The Committee is in the process of finalizing its consultations and will convey its views to the Secretary-General in the next few days.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

29. “Today I will therefore only highlight some of the key aspects. The establishment of the Office of the Ombudsperson is the most significant innovation of the resolution. For the first time ever, individuals and entities subject to sanction measures will have the opportunity to present their cases to an independent body, which will be assisting the Committee when it considers de-listing requests. The Ombudsperson shall be an eminent individual of high moral character, impartiality and integrity with high qualifications and experience in relevant fields, such as the legal sphere, human rights, counter-terrorism and sanctions. The Ombudsperson shall perform his or her tasks in an independent and impartial manner.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

30. “I am personally committed to ensuring that the review process is conducted seriously and thoroughly. The Committee will make its utmost effort to meet the deadline and complete, or at a minimum initiate, the final phase of review for all 488 names on the list by 30 June 2010. We therefore have intensive weeks ahead of us, but I am confident that all Member States, and in particular the members of the Committee, share our commitment to finalizing this important task. Resolution 1904 (2009), adopted by the Security Council on 17 December 2009, substantially improves the procedures under the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions regimes in terms of due process. On 1 February of this year, I introduced the main new elements of resolution 1904 (2009) in an open briefing to all Member States.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

31. “In 95 cases, the listing was confirmed as remaining appropriate, while 24 names, including well-known cases such as Vinck and Sayadi, Nada and Barakaat International, have been de-listed as a result of the review. Five deceased individuals have also been removed from the consolidated list. When discussing possible de-listings of deceased persons, the main question is whether the death is officially confirmed and whether it can be ensured that the remaining assets will not fall into the hands of other listed persons. It is therefore of the utmost importance that States provide the Committee with the necessary information and contribute to the Committee's decision-making. For 35 names, the review in phase three is still pending, as the Committee is of the view that further information is necessary to conclude its consideration.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

32. “While it is possible for the Committee to review names even if responses are not received by that date, we believe it is essential that Committee members be aware of all available information and of the positions of all States concerned in order to have the full picture of each case and to be able to take well-founded decisions. The Committee is currently going through the final phase of the review: each name is placed on the agenda of a Committee meeting, introduced by the Monitoring Team and discussed among Committee members. The Committee evaluates all available information and considers whether the listing remains appropriate on the basis of the criteria for listing set out in relevant resolutions. In this final phase, the Committee has so far discussed a total of 154 entries.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

33. “The Committee finished the first phase of the review by sending all 488 names to the respective designating States and States of citizenship and/or residence or States of incorporation/location for review. The review letters were sent between December 2008 and November 2009, and States were given a period of three months to review the entries and reply to the Committee. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many States that have provided the Committee with their answers and relevant information. Unfortunately, although resolution 1904 (2009) had requested States to respond to all outstanding review letters no later than 1 March 2010, not all States have been able to provide responses on time.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

34. “In today's briefing I would like to focus on the implementation aspects of resolutions 1822 (2008) and 1904 (2009). A more detailed version of this statement will be distributed today and will be made available on the Committee's website (http://www.un.org/sc/ committees/ 12 67/chairmanbriefings . shtml) in due course. 5 As the Council is well aware, resolution 1822 (2008) directed the Committee to conduct, by 30 June 2010, a review of all 488 names on the consolidated list at the date of adoption of that resolution. The review process is one of the key priorities of the Committee and, in view of the workload and the approaching deadline, the main focus of its current work. I would like to give an overview of the current status of the review process and the progress achieved so far.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

35. “Countries around the world, especially in South Asia and in the wider Middle East, continue to face the threat posed by Al-Qaida and the Taliban. Today's news reports provide us with another stark reminder of that fact. We must therefore ensure that the existing sanctions regime against Al-Qaida and the Taliban remains a relevant and effective tool in countering terrorism. Security Council resolution 1822 (2008) and, in particular, resolution 1904 (2009) are important steps in the evolution of the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions regime. Those resolutions have improved the 1267 Committee's procedures and provide effective instruments to ensure that the Committee's consolidated list of individuals and entities associated with Al-Qaida and the Taliban remains dynamic and accurately reflects the current threat.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

36. “We urge the parties to resume their dialogue as soon as possible and to work in good faith and without preconditions to overcome the impasse and provide the people of Western Sahara with the prospect of a dignified future of their choice. Thus, Austria will continue to actively support all United Nations efforts towards a just, lasting and mutually acceptable solution that will provide for self- determination in accordance with international law. Austria stands ready to assist the Secretary-General and the parties in advancing their dialogue towards that goal.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

37. “As both parties have the obligation to ensure respect for the human rights of the people of Western Sahara, Austria would have preferred explicit support for the Secretary-General's call on the parties for a continuous and constructive dialogue with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, with a view to ensuring respect for the human rights of the people of Western Sahara in the territory and the refugee camps. At the same time, Austria strongly supports the resolution's call for progress in the human dimension of the conflict. The programme of visits by air should be continued without further delay and the visits by land inaugurated, as called for in this resolution.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

38. “Austria fully supports the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) for another 12 months and underlines its continued support for the efforts by the Secretary- General and his Personal Envoy for the resumption of substantive and results-oriented negotiations. We are very glad that the Council was able to maintain consensus and are grateful to all those who cooperated towards that effort. The unanimous message of support of the Council for the efforts of the United Nations is essential to move the parties beyond the current impasse. Building consensus on the text was a laborious process in view of the double-track process used to prepare this resolution. We also strongly encourage that this modus operandi be reconsidered next year.”

    2010-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6305 (2010) · source

39. “This will involve, inter alia, the establishment of a social security network, the protection of human rights, gender equality and the implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000), 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1889 (2009). With respect to reconstruction efforts, I pay tribute to the generosity of donor countries extended at the conference held on 31 March to cover the financing requirements of the Haitian Government's Action Plan. Austria has provided $8 million in financial and humanitarian contributions, while Austrian citizens have donated $45 million to Haiti. I conclude by expressing my conviction that the people and Government of Haiti will be able to overcome the terrible tragedy that struck them on 12 January and to build the new Haiti for which we all yearn.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

40. “With respect to the promotion of the rule of law and the fight against impunity, we back the Secretary-General's proposal to make MINUSTAH staff and seconded experts available to assist the Government of Haiti in its policing, judicial and correctional functions. It is essential that we pursue our efforts in this critical area, despite the losses and difficulties resulting from the earthquake. The approach advocated by the Secretary- General will allow us to strengthen the rule of law and to guarantee the successful provision of State services, despite the current challenges. We also welcome the Secretary-General's proposal to renew and step up MINUSTAH's commitment to mainstreaming.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

41. “We note the Secretary-General's request for an increase of 680 in the ceiling of police personnel, which would ensure a visible police presence in IDP camps. That measure will help to protect the civilian population and to maintain a safe and stable environment conducive to the conduct of free and fair elections. Austria therefore supports that request. The police component of MINUSTAH plays a key role in the protection of civilians and the promotion of human rights. It is Austria's view that special attention will have to be paid to the needs of the most vulnerable, including women and children, and to measures to prevent sexual violence.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

42. “Issues requiring MINUSTAH's special attention in this critical phase will include the rule of law, good governance and the protection of internally displaced persons (IDPs). In that context, we welcome the various proposals made by the Secretary-General in his semi-annual report on the future role of MINUSTAH. It will be essential to preserve the United Nations integrated approach in the five fields identified as critical. Austria supports the recommendation that MINUSTAH lead the international community's efforts in the area of electoral assistance. We also support the role of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General in coordinating and supervising the activities of the United Nations system as a whole.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

43. “Austria recognizes in particular the Mission's efforts in the promotion of human rights and the rule of law and the protection of civilians, especially women and children. Austria shares the Secretary-General's assessment that the coming 12 to 18 months will be a period of high risk for Haiti, during which security and protection objectives will need to be pursued as vigorously as the organization of the presidential, municipal and legislative elections and the reconstruction and development of the country. In the coming months, the coordination of humanitarian assistance will be of primary importance. Austria believes that the United Nations must continue to play a key role in that regard, in close cooperation with the Haitian authorities.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

44. “Bill Clinton, United Nations Special Envoy for Haiti, for the dynamic and proactive way in which he has discharged his mandate to coordinate reconstruction activities in that country. Austria associates itself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union later in this debate. Allow me to make the following comments on behalf of my delegation. MINUSTAH's role in response to the tragic events of 12 January has been exemplary. Even as it suffered its own losses in the earthquake, it was able to fulfil its mandate and to make a decisive contribution to managing the crisis, ensuring security and stability, and facilitating humanitarian assistance, in support of the Haitian authorities.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

45. “Edmond Mulet, for his introduction to the Security Council today of the semi-annual report of the Secretary-General (S/2010/200) on the implementation of the mandate of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), and for having agreed to continue his work as head of MINUSTAH, which he has so conscientiously pursued since the tragic events of 12 January. I wish to thank all United Nations personnel in Haiti for their excellent work in difficult conditions. We owe them every possible support. We also express our administration for the exceptional tenacity of the people of Haiti in the face of the terrible catastrophe of 12 January, and assure them that we will continue to help them to overcome this challenge. We further thank Mr.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

46. “Mr. Mayr-Harting (Austria) (spoke in French): At the outset, I should like to thank Prime Minister Bellerive of Haiti for having addressed the Council today. We welcome the efforts of the Government of Haiti to address the many challenges posed by the earthquake, despite the very difficult circumstances. The Action Plan for the Reconstruction and the Development of Haiti presented by the Government is the basis for the country's reconstruction and a guide for the international community's efforts. I should also like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Haiti, Mr.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

47. “Reform of the judiciary, the military and the police in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is still in the early stages. But that is also an area where the European Union is trying to be helpful and providing support. My delegation wishes the Special Representative success and all the best in her future work. We hope to be able to welcome her to the Council on a regular basis.”

    2010-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6302 (2010) · source

48. “The Council has already shown strong commitment to the very problematic situation there when it comes to violence against women. We hope that this message will be repeated when the Council undertakes its next visit to the region in the coming weeks. As I have said, the upcoming visit of the Security Council will be an important opportunity. We appreciate the best practices developed by the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) to date, such as joint protection teams, infrastructure support and providing patrols for women on their way to market. We are in full agreement with the assessment of the Special Representative that sustainable and comprehensive security sector reform is a prerequisite to fulfilling MONUC's priority task of protecting civilians, in particular women and children.”

    2010-04-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6302 (2010) · source

49. “Where necessary, the Council should consider appropriate measures to encourage and ensure the accountability of those responsible for widespread violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, including through the imposition of targeted measures as reaffirmed in resolution 1894 (2009), the establishment of commissions of inquiry and referrals to the International Criminal Court. Sanctions regimes need to include designation criteria pertaining to acts of rape and other forms of sexual Violence. Sanctions committees need to receive relevant information to that end, including through exchanges with other subsidiary bodies of the Security Council. We would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for briefing us on the situation in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

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50. “In many conflict situations, perpetrators who systematically commit serious violations against women and girls still go largely unpunished. Allegations of sexual violence need to be thoroughly investigated and perpetrators need to be brought to account, including not only through prosecution but also through the screening of armed and security forces. Victims of sexual violence need to receive assistance and adequate forms of reparation. 10-33085 This situation demands further action by the Security Council to strengthen the rule of law and to end impunity.”

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