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Mayr-Harting

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“In the framework of the pledges made at the General Assembly High-level Meeting on the Rule of Law on 24 September 2012, the European Union pledged to develop operational guidance to ensure the consideration of human rights and, where applicable, international humanitarian law in planning and implementing counter-terrorism assistance projects with third countries. The European Union will continue to support the consolidation of State institutions, justice, police and customs in order to strengthen security and the rule of law with a view to reducing the threat from terrorism, kidnapping and cross-border criminal activity, such as the trafficking of drugs and human beings.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Non-governmental organizations represent a valuable resource in that context. With a view to safeguarding the integrity of non-governmental organizations against abuse by, for instance, terrorist networks, including in the field of terrorist financing, the sharing of relevant best practices among Member States and with civil society could be of great value and should be encouraged. We take this opportunity to stress yet again that counter-terrorism measures can only be effective when consistent with a judicial approach and within the law. Counter-terrorism measures need to be carried out in full accord with fundamental democratic values, human rights and the rule of law.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“As terrorists and their supporters constantly modify their ways to raise, move and gain access to funds, we must adapt instruments and measures to deprive them of the possibility of engaging in criminal activity. The EU has developed a range of measures aimed at cutting off terrorists' access to funding, and we are committed to the implementation of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). We contribute actively to the Task Force's work, as well as to the implementation of its recommendations in the European Union. In addition, we highlight the fact that the relevant United Nations resolutions and Council of Europe instruments play an important role in countering terrorist financing. The active involvement of civil society is a key element in effectively countering terrorism and violent extremism.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“In order to achieve that goal, we must consider new approaches with a variety of tools and look beyond traditional actors at the governmental and law-enforcement levels, while engaging with, among others, civil society, social networks,journalists, women, youth organizations and media. In addition, assistance to victims of terrorism and their families should also be an element of counter-terrorism efforts. We believe that victims and their associations can contribute to preventing terrorist radicalization and sending messages of non-violence and reconciliation. Countering the financing of terrorism is a core component of the EU's strategy.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“In accordance with the relevant international legal framework as it evolves, we work hand in hand with the United Nations on implementing the Strategy, and we attach great importance to the its global counter-terrorism framework, which prescribes a holistic approach to tackling terrorism that includes not only law enforcement and other security measures but also respect for human rights and the rule of law. Preventing terrorism by addressing and stopping terrorist radicalization and recruitment is a priority for the European Union and its member States. We agree that more emphasis must be placed on preventing terrorism by examining and addressing the conditions conducive to its spread.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences on that terrible event. That is why the fight against international terrorism remains one of our highest priorities and should continue to be a priority for the United Nations. We are convinced that an integrated approach, combining prevention of terrorist threats and attacks with the response to them, is essential. The United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy is central to the European Union and its member States in both their national efforts and their worldwide partnerships.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · 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 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, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. We are grateful to Pakistan, as President of the Security Council, for organizing today's timely and important debate looking at counter-terrorism measures from a comprehensive perspective. I would like to thank you, Madam, for chairing this important meeting in person. International terrorism poses a very significant threat to peace and security, as Pakistan only recently had to experience once again, sadly.”
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“Let me affirm our commitment to continue that work in cooperation with all partners, including women's organizations, whose contributions remain key to the legitimacy and sustainability of our efforts.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We commend the work of the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Margot Wallstrom, and the Team of Experts on the Rule of Law. We welcome the nomination of the new Special Representative on sexual violence in conflict, Ms. Zainab Bangura, who brings extensive personal experience and a strong commitment to the post. Finally, our actions need to measure up to our words. The European Union continues to be active with regard to women and peace and security in more than 70 countries. It supports the development and implementation of national action plans, non-governmental organizations and training for governmental agencies.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“The commitment to break down barriers to women's political and economic empowerment was also expressed at the high-level event on the margins of this year's General Assembly ministerial week on the Equal Futures Partnership, co-founded by the United States, Australia, Benin, Bangladesh, Denmark, Finland, Indonesia, Jordan, the Netherlands, Peru, Senegal, Tunisia and the European Union. In conclusion, we are deeply concerned about the references in the Secretary-General's report to the continued use of sexual violence and threats of sexual violence as tactics of conflict over the past year, including in Cote d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Libya, Syria and northern Mali. We welcome and further encourage drawing on the support of gender experts in United Nations commissions of inquiry.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We are stepping up predeployment training efforts on gender and Security Council resolutions on women, peace and security. In July 2011, the EU set out an initial programme in response to a Libyan request for capacity-building training for both civil society and new public service bodies. As part of those projects, a course for women was delivered in Misrata in June to support women in leadership positions and emerging women leaders and managers. The partnership established with the EU, UN-Women and the United Nations Development Programme on enhancing women's participation in peacebuilding and post-conflict planning aims to promote close cooperation among all stakeholders.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Lack of security, limiting mobility and access, has an immense and negative impact on women's participation in decision-making in conflict and post-conflict settings. Moreover, women who engage actively to promote women's rights and perspectives often become targets for violence. We urge the Council to continue to work to ensure the protection of human rights defenders. The EU Concept on Strengthening EU Mediation and Dialogue Capacities aims to promote the representation of women and the availability of adequate resources for dedicated mediation gender expertise from an early stage in mediation processes. Today, almost all of our 15 ongoing civilian missions and military operations have a human rights and/or gender adviser on the ground.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We need to address factors discouraging women's candidacy and equal electoral participation, and security for women in elections. Provisions on women, peace and security should be included in peace negotiations as early as possible. We warmly welcome the concrete targets the Secretary- General has set for women and mediation, especially that of appointing a female United Nations chief mediator. Women's perspectives and voices are essential to tackling the security, social and economic challenges facing communities emerging from conflict. The engagement ofwomen's leaders and organizations needs to be systematically supported in peace processes to ensure their involvement from the early stages.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We thank the Secretary-General for his report on strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes, conflict prevention and resolution (A/66/811) and its annex I, entitled "Guidance for Effective Mediation", which highlight the importance of women's participation in peace processes. While women were present in 86 per cent of the United Nations mediation support teams involved in 14 peace negotiations in 2011, only four of the negotiating party delegations included a woman delegate. Only two out of nine peace agreements signed contained women and peace and security provisions. Yet, as recent experience has shown, periods of transition offer a unique opportunity to break the cycle of women's marginalization and make significant gains in women's participation.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We welcome the insights provided by the updated information collected against the set of indicators on women and peace and security, and look forward to the continued provision and analysis of that data. We need to continue to take real steps to move from a culture of reaction to a culture of prevention. Eight out of 16 peacekeeping missions include the protection of civilians in their mandate. Early warning and response tools have been established, and an increasing number of actors, including civil society, are engaged in assessing risks and the escalation of violence in armed conflict, including through new technologies for incident and crisis mapping. However, we agree with the Secretary-General that the gains made in access to information have yet to produce consistent early action.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“The European Union adopted a comprehensive approach for the implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008) in 2008. It has also established indicators to evaluate and assess gaps in its action plans. In March 2012, the European Union reported on its implementation of those resolutions in the context of our Common Security and Defence Policy. More than half of all European Union member States have by now adopted national action plans. We value the increased reporting and briefings to the Council on the situation of women and girls in armed conflict. We take note of the Secretary- General's conclusion in his report (S/2012/732) that the information flow to the Council and its response remain uneven, and encourage further efforts in that regard.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Conflict prevention, conflict resolution and building sustainable peace require cooperation between all stakeholders at all levels, and women's organizations play a particularly important role in that regard. We therefore welcome the focus on the contributions of women's civil society organizations to peace and security in the presidential statement adopted by the Council on 31 October (S/PRST/2012/23). The number of national and regional action plans adopted for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) has continued to increase. This provides us with an opportunity to compare different experiences to guide the formulation of new plans and review the existing plans. Moreover, with 26 out of 37 national action plans now equipped with indicators, we are better placed to evaluate their actual implementation and results.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (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 and Serbia; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Ukraine and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. We thank the Deputy Secretary-General; the Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN-Women, Ms. Michelle Bachelet; the Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Herve' Ladsous; and the President of Femmes Africa Solidarite, Ms. Bineta Diop, for their statements. We find the focus of today's debate pertinent as we move forward in the practical implementation of our commitments in the field ofwomen, peace and security.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We have already seen the deterrent effect of the Court's action and are convinced of its positive contribution to the maintenance of international peace and security. We call upon all States to cooperate with the Court.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In March, High Representative Catherine Ashton firmly recalled, in the context of resolution 1593 (2005) referring the situation in Darfur to the ICC, the importance of all States Members of the United Nations abiding by and implementing the resolutions adopted by the Security Council under Chapter VII of the Charter. She recalled the fundamental principle contained in the Rome Statute of the ICC, namely, that the most serious crimes of concern to the international community as a whole must not go unpunished. Putting an end to impunity for the perpetrators of those crimes contributes to the prevention of such crimes. Justice and peace, indeed, constitute intertwined goals, and it is both logical and necessary that the ICC and the Security Council collaborate for that purpose.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Out of 23 individuals against whom the ICC currently has open cases, 12 are currently absconding from justice and some have done so for several years. That stifles the ICC's capacity to deliver justice. Non-cooperation with the Court in regard to the execution of arrest warrants constitutes a violation of international obligations; in certain circumstances related to referrals by the Security Council, it also constitutes a beach of obligations under the Charter. The European Union and its member States underline the importance of consistent action to encourage full cooperation of States with the ICC, including the prompt execution of arrest warrants.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Security Council is also connected to the ICC by its ability to take action, as foreseen in the Rome Statute. We commend the Security Council for its decisiveness in referring the situations in Darfur and Libya to the ICC. Follow-up by the Security Council on the situations which it has referred, inter alia with regard to instances of non-cooperation, remains important, as does sufficient support for the actions of the Court. Efforts to combat impunity will not be effective unless there is greater collective and individual cooperation with the ICC. Without State cooperation, the ICC cannot fulfil its mandate. That also applies to all States parties to the Rome Statute when the Security Council has referred a situation to the Court in accordance with Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The year 2012 represents a milestone for the ICC as the Court delivered its first verdict against Thomas Lubanga, who was convicted for recruiting and using child soldiers. In that context, the European Union and its member States underline the important relationship that already exists between the ICC and the Security Council. Resolution 67/1 of the General Assembly recalled the role ofthe ICC in a multilateral system that seeks to end impunity and establish the rule of law. The Security Council acknowledged the role of the ICC, in particular in its resolutions 2053 (2012) on the Democratic Republic of Congo, 2062 (2012) on Cote d'Ivoire, and 2071 (2012) on Mali. It also did so with regard to sexual violence in conflict in resolution 1960 (2010) and concerning children and armed conflict in resolution 2068 (2012).”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We welcome the announcement made by Haiti during the recent High-level Meeting of the General Assembly on the Rule of Law at the National and International Levels concerning its intention to ratify it, and we praise the decision of the Government of Cote d'Ivoire to commit to ratifying the same treaty following the reform of its constitutional framework. The European Union and its member States are firm supporters of the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is critical to the international community in bringing tojustice those individuals bearing criminal responsibility for genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity when national courts are unwilling or unable to prosecute them.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour speak on behalf of the European Union and its member States. The acceding country Croatia; the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland and Serbia; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina; as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. I would like to thank Guatemala for this timely initiative. On 3 April, the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union, Catherine Ashton, welcomed Guatemala's accession to the Rome Statute. At present, 121 States are parties to the Rome Statute.”
2012-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6849Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The United Nations and its Members will have to stay committed in their support and, in close cooperation with our Somali counterparts, achieve a united, efficient and transparent organization of our international assistance. The Somali people deserve no less.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“I can assure the Council that, in addition to its support for AMISOM, the European Union will continue to contribute to Somalia's efforts in addressing the remaining challenges, including through its large amount of development assistance and its Common Security and Defence Policy operations. Those operations include the European Union Training Mission, the Atalanta Naval Force and the new regional maritime capacity-building mission for the Horn of Africa. In conclusion, the transition may be over, but it is clear that the work of transformation is just beginning. In four years' time, Somali institutions need to create the conditions for holding a referendum on the provisional Constitution and elections under universal suffrage.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“troops for the benefit of the Somali people and the role that the mission played in finalizing the transition. Since the deployment of AMISOM, the European Union has been one ofthe main funders ofthe operation. The total support to AMISOM. provided by the European Union since 2007 amounts to â‚¬412 million. We join the African Union in its call for more predictable and sustainable AMISOM. funding, as repeated in its latest report on the mission, and we call on others to contribute to the AMISOM. Trust Fund, in line with the demands contained in successive Security Council resolutions. The planned assessment of the African Union and the United Nations on the future of international support to Somalia should take this issue into account.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“Such a comprehensive approach would have to deliver support at the right place and at the right time. In line with the President of Somalia's initial vision, that means in practice focusing on, first, an accelerated and intensified approach to security-sector reform; secondly, a comprehensive approach to the elimination of piracy; thirdly, immediate support to build the capacities of the institutions and improve their transparency and accountability through appropriate mechanisms; and, fourthly, the rapid delivery of services to regions no longer under Al-Shabaab control. The new Somali Parliament was able to vote for a change because of the new sense of security made possible by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). I therefore want to use this opportunity to once again acknowledge the great sacrifices made by AMISOM.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“But in doing so we must respect Somali ownership, carefully structuring and aligning our collective actions into a truly comprehensive approach, in partnership with Somalia. That requires increased coordination, both among donor countries and among other international actors. We must avoid duplication and fragmentation of our support. We are ready to play an active role and look forward to the results of the United Nations strategic review of its presence in Somalia. We believe that such a review must also include a renewed commitment to help the Somali Government improve the human rights situation and strengthen monitoring mechanisms to that end. The European Union supports the Office ofthe High Commissioner for Human Rights in the implementation, with the Somali authorities, of the human rights road map.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“The people of Somalia should also be assured of good governance, transparency and accountability, justice, respect for their rights and fundamental freedoms, and economic development. The new federal institutions should reach out to Somalis of all walks of life and act in their interests, and they should finalize key pending elements of the provisional Constitution. The humanitarian situation remains dire. All parties to the conflict have an obligation to comply with international humanitarian law and to protect civilians. Safe and unhindered humanitarian access to people in need must be ensured by all parties involved. Against the background of those significant challenges, the international community should remain strongly committed to the provision of support to the Somali people.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“It provided an excellent opportunity for participants, including the European Union, to hear from Somalia's newly elected President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, with which priorities his Government aims to set the foundations for a new beginning. Like others, we welcome the prospects that the end ofthe transition has brought to Somalia for lasting peace, prosperity and stability. It is clear, however, that much work remains to be done. The new federal institutions should embark on stabilization and reconciliation efforts throughout the country, including in those areas recovered from Al-Shabaab, where they will need to establish inclusive, representative administrations. Both are crucial for the future of a viable federal Somalia.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding country Croatia, the candidate countries the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Iceland and Serbia, the countries ofthe Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. I would like to begin by thanking Special Representative Mahiga for his briefing and the Permanent Representative of Somalia for his statement. I would also like to thank and congratulate the Secretary-General and his staff for having organized the timely and successful Somalia mini-summit in the margins of the General Assembly.”
2012-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6848 (2012) · source
“The EU calls for full respect for international humanitarian law. High Representative Catherine Ashton will travel to Lebanon, Jordan, the occupied Palestinian territory and Israel later this month and more widely in the region in November. The European Union also looks forward to hosting the next meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee in Brussels in the spring of next year. At the same time, our hope is to not then be simply reiterating the statements we have made at that forum in recent years while the parties themselves drift further apart.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Social and economic development in Area C is of critical importance for the viability of a future Palestinian State, as Area C is its main land reserve. A way must also be found through negotiations to resolve the status of Jerusalem as the future capital of two States. The European Union continues to call for intra-Palestinian reconciliation behind President Abbas, in line with the principles set out in his speech of4 May 2011, as an important element for the unity of a future Palestinian State and for reaching a two-State solution. The situation in Gaza continues to be of great concern. Fully recognizing Israel's legitimate security needs, the EU continues to call for the immediate, sustained and unconditional opening of crossings for the flow of humanitarian aid, commercial goods and persons to and from the Gaza Strip.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Settlement expansion, which constitutes a violation of international law and threatens to make a two-State solution impossible, must cease immediately. The EU reiterates its grave concerns about these developments, including the acceleration of settlement construction and the serious limitations on the Palestinian Authority's ability to promote the economic development of Palestinian communities in Area C. Continuing demolitions of Palestinian-owned structures, displacement and plans of forced transfer, as well as settler violence, also remain a serious concern. The EU reiterates its call on Israel to work together with the Palestinian Authority to allow more access to and control of the Palestinian Authority over Area C.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Our position as to how to achieve such a resolution is clear. Direct negotiations between the parties in the framework of a credible set of parameters, including those established in the Quartet's statement of 23 September 2011, remain the best way forward. The European Union will continue to contribute, including within the Quartet, to the work for that solution. The European Union encourages others in the region to facilitate a return to negotiations, and calls on the parties themselves to demonstrate their commitment to a peaceful solution by actions that can create the environment of trust necessary to ensure that meaningful negotiations can start without delay. Now more than ever, bold decisions by both parties are needed, and both parties must respect their obligations under the road map.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The changes under way in the region continue to present Israel with uncertainty, but also offer opportunities in its relations with the Arab world. At the same time, progress on the Middle East peace process would contribute to regional stability and offer new opportunities for the region as a whole. The EU and its member States reaffirm their fundamental commitment to the security of Israel, including with regard to vital threats in the region, and are committed to a just, lasting and comprehensive solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that would guarantee security and prosperity for both Israel and a future Palestinian State. The European Union is appalled by the recurring rocket attacks from Gaza and condemns in the strongest terms violence deliberately targeting civilians.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Palestinian Authority continues to face severe financial difficulties, which risk undermining everything that has been achieved to date, including the State readiness of the Palestinian Authority regarding its institutions in key sectors. This has been acknowledged by the international community, most recently at the meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for the Coordination of the International Assistance to Palestinians, held here on 23 September. In this regard, the European Union calls on international donors to increase their support to the Palestinian Authority treasury, on the Palestinian Authority to continue reforms and improve the business environment, and on Israel to take further and broader steps to enable Palestinian sustainable economic development, including in Area C and the Gaza Strip.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union is convinced that heeding the aspirations of the people in the region, including those of Palestinians for statehood and those of Israelis for security, is a crucial element for lasting peace, stability and prosperity in the region as a whole. It is in the fundamental interest of the European Union, of the parties and of the wider region to resolve the conflict, which can be achieved through a comprehensive peace settlement based on the relevant Security Council resolutions, the Madrid principles, the road map, the agreements previously reached by the parties and the Arab Peace Initiative. The European Union stresses once again the central role of the Quartet in this context. The EU recognizes the additional challenges that both parties currently face.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union stands ready to engage with those seriously committed to a genuine democratic transition. The EU will continue its policy of imposing additional measures targeting the regime, not the civilian population, as long as repression continues. It calls on all Syrians to dissociate themselves from the repressive policy of the regime in order to facilitate a political transition. The EU commits to working closely and comprehensively with international partners on planning to ensure that the international community is ready to provide rapid support to Syria once transition takes place. On the Middle East peace process, political changes across the region underline the urgent need for progress.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU underlines the importance of documenting the widespread, systematic and gross human rights violations and recalls that all those responsible must be held accountable. The EU recalls that an inclusive and coordinated opposition is essential to starting a political transition. The EU continues to urge all opposition groups, inside and outside Syria, to put aside their differences and to agree on a set of shared principles and start working towards an inclusive, orderly and peaceful transition in Syria .The European Union will continue to work closely with the League of Arab States and facilitate further dialogue initiatives to complement its efforts to encourage the opposition to form an inclusive common platform. Today the European Union approved additional restrictive measures against Syria.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU is appalled by the deterioration of the situation in Syria, in particular by the widespread and systematic violations of human rights, international humanitarian law and fundamental freedoms by the Syrian authorities. The EU welcomes the extension of the independent international commission of inquiry on Syria and its strengthening through the nomination of two new members. The EU reaffirms its support to the commission's investigations into alleged violations of international human rights law with a View to holding to account those responsible for such violations, including for those that may amount to crimes against humanity and war crimes according to the definition of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The EU will continue to provide assistance and calls on all donors to increase their contributions to the latest United Nations appeals for funding humanitarian assistance and refugee assistance. All parties should allow full and safe access for the delivery of humanitarian aid in all parts of the country and respect international humanitarian law. The European Union urges all parties to the conflict to respect in full their legal and moral obligations to protect civilians. Particularly alarmed by the dramatic and growing difficulties in access in Syria to medical services, the EU urges all parties to commit themselves to respect in full the inviolability of all medical facilities, medical personnel and vehicles in respect of applicable international humanitarian law.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Lakhdar Brahimi as Joint Special Representative of the United Nations and the League of Arab States for Syria and stands ready to strengthen its cooperation with him. The EU emphasizes the need to focus international and regional efforts to solve the Syrian crisis through a political solution and calls on key actors in the region and all members of the Security Council to uphold their responsibilities and support Mr. Brahimi's efforts. In View of the deterioration of the humanitarian situation and of the approaching winter, the European Union recalls the moral imperative to step up assistance to all affected populations throughout Syria and neighbouring countries.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Recalling that the main responsibility for the current crisis lies with the Syrian authorities, the European Union warns against further militarization and radicalization of the conflict and sectarian violence, which can only bring further suffering to Syria and risks having a tragic impact in the region. In that regard, the European Union expresses concern about the protection of civilians, in particular vulnerable groups and religious communities. The intensification of violence and the recent series of terrorist attacks demonstrate the urgent need for a political transition that would meet the democratic aspirations of the Syrian people and bring stability in Syria. The European Union reiterates its full support for the endeavours of Mr.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The European Union underlines that those whose presence would undermine the political transition should be excluded and that, in that regard, President Al-Assad has no place in the future of Syria. The European Union remains committed to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Syria. The European Union remains deeply concerned by the spillover effects of the Syrian crisis in neighbouring countries in terms of security and stability. The European Union strongly condemns the shelling by Syrian forces of Turkish territory, particularly on the border town of Akcakale on 3 October. The European Union calls on all to prevent escalation. The EU calls again on the Syrian authorities to fully respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all neighbouring countries.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mayr-Harting: I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding country Croatia and the candidate country Montenegro align themselves with this statement. The European Union stands by the Syrian people in its courageous struggle for freedom, dignity and democracy. The use offorce by the Syrian regime against civilians, including with heavy weapons and aerial bombardments, has reached unprecedented levels and can only exacerbate further the violence and endanger the stability of the whole region. The European Union recalls that the priorities should be to end oppression, stop all violence, deliver humanitarian aid for all those in need, prevent further regional instability and be prepared for the post-conflict period.”
2012-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6847Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, the Secretary-General's recommendations are part ofa process of consolidating and stabilizing security and democracy in Haiti. A progressive handover of MINUSTAH's duties should contribute to that process. The European Union and its member States remain fully committed to providing Haitian authorities with the support they need to achieve that goal. It also goes without saying that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General can also count on our full cooperation, and we thank him for the work he has done.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source
“In that regard, 85 per cent of the â‚¬522 million pledged at the International Donors' Conference, held in New York in 2010, has already been disbursed. With regard to the rate of disbursal, we hope that over the next year the pace of expenditure will accelerate, thereby enabling us to honour by the end of 2013 the commitment we made in New York. Finally, we hail the efforts of the Haitian Government to implement a new mechanism for aid coordination, and we reiterate our willingness to participate in that endeavour. We hope that it will be an instrument that contributes to improving the effectiveness and transparency of aid management. We are also pleased with the progress made in implementing the strategic development framework for 2013-2015.”
2012-10-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6842 (2012) · source