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2011-09-13
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2011-09-16
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  1. “In that regard, I thank the Council for its prudent decision, and affirm that the Government will do all within its power to use judicially the extended period to accelerate transition planning and implementation. We will continue to count on the Council's support in all our endeavours in this period of our partnership.”

    2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6619 (2011) · source

  2. “As I mentioned in my remarks a few days ago (see S/PV.6610), Liberia faces many challenges, and UNMIL's presence contributes immensely to help us resolve them. We know that the Liberian Government and people will have to continue the march forward towards ensuring sustainable peace and sustained development long after the peacekeeping component of the United Nations work in Liberia has ended. As I also mentioned, we are very keen to ensure that national capacity exists at appreciable levels in critical sectors so that a transition from UNMIL to national authority is as smooth and seamless as possible. As I also mentioned, we welcome the arrival of the United Nations technical assessment mission by the end of April 2012.”

    2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6619 (2011) · source

  3. “I did not anticipate that I would have a second opportunity to meet with the Council within 72 hours. I therefore consider it an honour and a privilege to be able to personally thank the Council, on behalf of the President, Mrs. Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, the Government and the people of Liberia for the action that the Council has just taken in extending the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) for another 12 months. It is our understanding that the Council's deliberations during these past two days on the time frame of the extension have been tedious, time- consuming and objective. That makes the final decision all the more valued and appreciated. We are heartened by the unanimous vote that has just been taken.”

    2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6619 (2011) · source

  4. “It will judge Liberia's readiness and ability to build on the gains made over the years using its own security capacity. The assessment mission will also be critical to the Security Council, as it will determine the nature and scope of its future engagement in Liberia. It is our view that an orderly and well-paced drawdown schedule will serve the mutual interests of both the Council and Liberia. That is why we humbly embrace and support the Secretary-General's recommendation to this body for a l2-month extension of UNMIL's mandate. The Government and people of Liberia are appreciative of the general support and endorsement that all the members of the Council will give to the Secretary-General's recommendation.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  5. “The recent mini-summit of heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States, held in Abuja just a few days ago, commended the role that is being played by the United Nations missions to stabilize the security situations in C6te d'Ivoire and Liberia. They urged the United Nations to intensify joint UNMIL-United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire monitoring and control of the common border zone between the two countries. 11-49483 They also called for the creation of the requisite environment for the conduct of peaceful, free, fair and credible elections. We are heartened that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General has underscored the same sentiments. The anticipated United Nations assessment mission to Liberia in early 2012 will be critical for Liberia.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  6. “We are pleased to report that UNMIL has been a significant partner in the process, providing security, dialoguing with political parties and other stakeholders and assisting the National Elections Commission in providing logistical preparedness and delivering electoral materials. This partnership between UNMIL and the Government of Liberia is vital. It is vital for ensuring that elections are free and fair, transparent and credible. The Government is unreservedly committed to this objective and hereby invites the international community to join in observing the process. As has been rightly emphasized by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, planning for the elections and addressing developments along our borders with cote d'Ivoire remain daunting challenges.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  7. “I must use this public forum to commend the strong commitment of the Chair of that configuration, Prince Zeid, for his strong commitment to the achievement of this noble objective. All of this requires urgent attention and concrete actions as UNMIL strategizes its drawdown approach. Today, Liberia is at a critical juncture. On 11 October, precisely 28 days from today, Liberians will go to the polls to elect their President and legislative representatives. It will also be a test of the will and determination of the Liberian people to conduct themselves in a peaceful manner, void of election violence and any action that undermines the hard-earned peace. The process leading to this important national event has so far been generally peaceful.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  8. “UNMIL has provided basic and specialized training to more than 4,000 police officers, including at least 700 women. These are but a few of the important benefits of UNMIL's presence. Nurturing the fragile peace and ensuring that Liberia does not return to conflict remain major challenges. Capacity gaps still exist in many areas. The capacities of national security institutions still need to be strengthened. The Liberia Peacebuilding Programme, approved under the Liberian configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, is supporting this critical effort by establishing regional justice and security hubs. The first of these has been established in Gbarnga, one of our country's central cities. Four others are to follow in the other provinces.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  9. “Our special appreciation and gratitude go to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and her staff for the demonstration of strong leadership and commitment. As we were told a few minutes ago, there have now been eight years of unbroken peace in Liberia. The country has moved progressively from an environment once characterized by violence, chaos and heavy indebtedness and lacking every semblance of social progress to a stage where growth and development can now be pursued. These positive developments substantiate the outstanding contributions that UNMIL has made since 2003. UNMIL's achievements have ranged from keeping the peace to building the capacity of State institutions. It has played a key role in the coordination of international assistance and in filling critical logistical and infrastructural gaps.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source

  10. “It is an honour to be here and to participate in this very important review of the Secretary-General's report (S/2011/497) on the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), including the comprehensive update provided by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, our sister Her Excellency Ms. Ellen Margerethe Loj. I must thank you, Mr. President, for this opportunity to make a few remarks. Let me begin by commending members of the Council for remaining engaged in a strong and positive manner with the Liberian situation. We are grateful and deeply indebted to the troop- and police-contributing countries, international civil servants, agencies of the United Nations system and international partners for the continuous support to Liberia during these difficult years.”

    2011-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6610 (2011) · source