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  1. “Peacebuilding is a work in progress, and that evolution has significant implications for peacekeeping, peacemaking and early recovery. It also affects how the United Nations system organizes itself to deliver results in the field that benefit all those affected by a conflict and to ensure the sustainability of efforts to prevent relapse into violence. Finally, the reports considered today give us a look at the state of affairs and at the work remains to be done. As always, Canada stands ready to play its part.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  2. “While full implementation of the recommendations is a longer-term task, Canada agrees with the report's assessment that the Commission needs to maintain a flexible approach and align closely with national priorities. Likewise, there is also a need to reduce administrative burdens. The outcome of that thinking will largely be put into practice in country- specific configurations. In that regard, Canada is of the view that a closer relationship between the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission is advisable. Such a relationship would better define what the Council expects on specific peacebuilding issues and clarify what the Commission can contribute. Capacity-building as a key concept is only in its infancy.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  3. “In order to meet that objective, the United Nations and Member States must invest in monitoring and measuring the outcomes of our peacebuilding initiatives. In that way we can better determine the areas where our efforts most effectively advance the interests of sustainable peace. Finally, I would also like to raise an issue related to this debate. Canada welcomes the co-facilitators' report on the 2010 review of the United Nations peacebuilding architecture (S/2010/393, annex). The review proved very useful, for it reaffirmed the importance of the Peacebuilding Commission. It also brought out the need to see that its action produces more tangible results the countries on its agenda.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  4. “Canada also concurs that capacity remains a critical issue and looks forward to the important recommendations emerging from the review of international civilian capacities, which we have been pleased to support financially. Yet enduring challenges also remain. Despite much discussion, roles and responsibilities in critical sectors such as the rule of law, security sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration still require clarification. The relationship between the United Nations and the World Bank should also be deepened if broader progress is to be made. (spoke in French) Member States still need to consider modalities for delivering rapid, responsive and risk-permissive post-conflict financing.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  5. “In that spirit, Canada was pleased to announce earlier this month the launch of its new Action Plan for the Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace and Security. Canada's Plan is intended to guide the Government in its implementation of those resolutions and to improve Canada's capacity to safeguard and support affected populations in fragile States and conflict-affected situations. Canada is also pleased to note the progress made since the publication of the Secretary-General's report on peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of conflict (S/2010/386). Advances in supporting senior leaders in the field and in existing planning and assessment processes are particularly welcome.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  6. “At a time when the United Nations is reviewing its efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, the action plan's pragmatic, coordinated and sustained approach to addressing women's and girls' post-conflict needs and the constraints on women's participation in peacebuilding is most welcome. It encourages troop- and police- contributing countries to address the participation of women in peace operations and in training for those operations. It also provides concrete targets for enhancing women's participation in all aspects of the peacebuilding continuum and the availability of relevant expertise. Canada also agrees that monitoring of the action plan can be facilitated by the global indicators on resolution 1325 (2000), which we call on the Security Council to endorse on 26 October.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  7. “The reports before us demonstrate that the United Nations is prepared to move forward with the concrete implementation of an effective peacebuilding agenda. The ultimate test will be whether the United Nations system deploys resources and technical expertise in a timely and targeted manner. In that light, I would like to make a few brief comments about each report in turn. First, Canada supports the seven-point action plan contained in the Secretary-General's report on women's participation in peacebuilding (S/2010/466).”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  8. “Peacebuilding is a work in progress, and that evolution has significant implications for peacekeeping, peacemaking and early recovery. It also affects how the United Nations system organizes itself to deliver results in the field that benefit all those affected by a conflict and to ensure the sustainability of efforts to prevent relapse into violence. Finally, the reports considered today give us a look at the state of affairs and at the work remains to be done. As always, Canada stands ready to play its part.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  9. “While full implementation of the recommendations is a longer-term task, Canada agrees with the report's assessment that the Commission needs to maintain a flexible approach and align closely with national priorities. Likewise, there is also a need to reduce administrative burdens. The outcome of that thinking will largely be put into practice in country- specific configurations. In that regard, Canada is of the view that a closer relationship between the Security Council and the Peacebuilding Commission is advisable. Such a relationship would better define what the Council expects on specific peacebuilding issues and clarify what the Commission can contribute. Capacity-building as a key concept is only in its infancy.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  10. “In order to meet that objective, the United Nations and Member States must invest in monitoring and measuring the outcomes of our peacebuilding initiatives. In that way we can better determine the areas where our efforts most effectively advance the interests of sustainable peace. Finally, I would also like to raise an issue related to this debate. Canada welcomes the co-facilitators' report on the 2010 review of the United Nations peacebuilding architecture (S/2010/393, annex). The review proved very useful, for it reaffirmed the importance of the Peacebuilding Commission. It also brought out the need to see that its action produces more tangible results the countries on its agenda.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  11. “Canada also concurs that capacity remains a critical issue and looks forward to the important recommendations emerging from the review of international civilian capacities, which we have been pleased to support financially. Yet enduring challenges also remain. Despite much discussion, roles and responsibilities in critical sectors such as the rule of law, security sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration still require clarification. The relationship between the United Nations and the World Bank should also be deepened if broader progress is to be made. (spoke in French) Member States still need to consider modalities for delivering rapid, responsive and risk-permissive post-conflict financing.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  12. “In that spirit, Canada was pleased to announce earlier this month the launch of its new Action Plan for the Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace and Security. Canada's Plan is intended to guide the Government in its implementation of those resolutions and to improve Canada's capacity to safeguard and support affected populations in fragile States and conflict-affected situations. Canada is also pleased to note the progress made since the publication of the Secretary-General's report on peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of conflict (S/2010/386). Advances in supporting senior leaders in the field and in existing planning and assessment processes are particularly welcome.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  13. “At a time when the United Nations is reviewing its efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, the action plan's pragmatic, coordinated and sustained approach to addressing women's and girls' post-conflict needs and the constraints on women's participation in peacebuilding is most welcome. It encourages troop- and police- contributing countries to address the participation of women in peace operations and in training for those operations. It also provides concrete targets for enhancing women's participation in all aspects of the peacebuilding continuum and the availability of relevant expertise. Canada also agrees that monitoring of the action plan can be facilitated by the global indicators on resolution 1325 (2000), which we call on the Security Council to endorse on 26 October.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  14. “The reports before us demonstrate that the United Nations is prepared to move forward with the concrete implementation of an effective peacebuilding agenda. The ultimate test will be whether the United Nations system deploys resources and technical expertise in a timely and targeted manner. In that light, I would like to make a few brief comments about each report in turn. First, Canada supports the seven-point action plan contained in the Secretary-General's report on women's participation in peacebuilding (S/2010/466).”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  15. “In conclusion, we are encouraged by the progress that has been seen in the past months, as well as by the important commitments agreed upon by the Government of Afghanistan and the international community at the Kabul Conference. However, a great many challenges remain. It is now time to demonstrate to the people of Afghanistan in a practical manner our continued support in order to help the Government of Afghanistan keep the promises it made at the Kabul Conference.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  16. “As the Council begins its work, it will need to demonstrate that it can represent the diverse interests of all people in Afghanistan, regardless of the ethnicity, religion, tribe or gender. The Kabul Conference recognized that regional cooperation is vital to the long-term peace, stability and recovery of Afghanistan. Sustained and constructive support from Afghanistan's neighbours is needed to undermine the safe havens of those who would attack Afghanistan. Such support will not only bring stability to Afghanistan, but also to the region as a whole. Increased stability and cooperation in South Asia is a precondition for regional trade, something that can increase the prosperity of the region as a whole.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  17. “Concrete steps are also required in electoral reform, combating corruption and upholding human rights, if the Government of Afghanistan is going to be truly responsive to the needs ofits people. (spoke in French) The conflict in Afghanistan cannot be resolved by military means alone. Efforts to bring lasting peace to Afghanistan must involve a dialogue with all parts of Afghan society, including women and vulnerable groups. Any viable reconciliation process in Afghanistan must be Afghan-led, and it must reach out to those who renounce terrorism and who declare their respect for the Afghan Constitution. The creation of the High Peace Council is an important step in this regard.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  18. “But to be effective and sustainable, the transition must be owned and accepted by the Afghan authorities and people. Engagement by the Government of Afghanistan of its citizens will therefore be important throughout. It is encouraging that the Afghan Government has shown greater ownership in this area in recent months. The short-term goals of enabling a security transition should be transparently explained to the Afghan people and appropriate resources set aside by the Government to that end. Effective transition is dependent upon improved governance, which also featured strongly in the Kabul Conference commitments. In our view, security actors must work closely with their civilian counterparts to ensure that the provinces identified for transition have met the necessary governance conditions.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  19. “The Government of Afghanistan needs to outline what it believes the next steps of the Kabul process should be and, in particular, to map out its hundred-day plan in order for momentum to be maintained. Essential to the Kabul process is a mechanism that can ensure the transparent monitoring of the commitments made. We suggest that progress on these commitments should be communicated regularly to Afghans so that they can increasingly hold their own Government to account. Central to the commitments made in Kabul this July is the effective and sustainable phased transfer of security responsibility to Afghan authorities by 2014. The International Security Assistance Force will facilitate the transition to Afghan security leadership.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  20. “Canada notes with great appreciation the latest report of the Secretary- General on the situation (S/2010/463). The report stated that the Kabul Conference marked a milestone in Afghanistan's transition towards the full exercise of its sovereign authority, and Canada fully agrees. The sectoral plans prepared for the Conference by the Government of Afghanistan demonstrated its increased capacity to coordinate and lead on issues essential to Afghanistan's future security and stability. However, the Conference is only the first step in the larger Kabul process. While the Secretary- General's positive assessment of the process thus far is encouraging, much work remains to be done.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  21. “The violence perpetrated by insurgents on polling day was an affront to the democratic rights of the Afghan people. But the Afghan authorities, supported by the United Nations, demonstrated that it was still possible to give Afghans the opportunity to vote. With the Afghan people, we in the international community now await the final, certified results. The final judgement on the credibility of these elections will be determined by the way in which the IEC and the Electoral Complaints Commission (ECC) handle the counting period. This period may not be without controversy. The IEC and the ECC will need to work in a transparent and efficient manner so that Afghans can see how their complaints and challenges are handled. Improved election processes are but one aspect of the overall effort in Afghanistan.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  22. “At the outset, I would like to thank His Excellency the Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Mr. Rassoul, and Mr. De Mistura for participating in this important debate and for their extremely helpful statements this morning. On 18 September, the Afghan people voted in the first Afghan-led parliamentary elections since the 1960s. Following the challenges of the 2009 elections, it was essential for the Independent Electoral Commission to demonstrate an improved ability to deliver elections. The Commission has met that challenge in these parliamentary elections, which were better organized than the previous ones. Despite this, clearly, challenges were experienced on polling day, which saw violence and has resulted in many allegations of fraud.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  23. “A final investment in peace is necessary to secure the gains that have been made since the end of the civil war. The Peacebuilding Commission stands ready to continue assisting Sierra Leone's efforts to mitigate the major threats to peace. It also wants to support the country in the preparations for the holding of free, fair and peaceful elections in 2012. Lastly, the Peacebuilding Commission is determined to assist the country to build a durable and comprehensive peace to the benefit of all Sierra Leoneans.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  24. “The United Nations multi-donor trust fund established to fund the Joint Vision and, in that regard, to support the Agenda for Change, has to date received only $10 million towards a multi-year target of $204 million. While the international community has been quick to commend the particular model of integrated peacebuilding developed in the country, it has been slower to mobilize resources. Recognizing this need, the Sierra Leone configuration has decided to develop a resource mobilization plan to help meet current funding targets, attract non-traditional donors and explore alternate means of providing international assistance. Sierra Leone remains a multilateral success story in peacebuilding, but the country is at a critical juncture.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  25. “Resources must be managed in a transparent manner that delivers the economic benefits of a peace dividend to the population as a l0-55258 whole. Sierra Leone's membership in the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative and the Kimberly Process are important initiatives in that respect. (spoke in French) Let me conclude by turning to a crucial issue with respect to peacebuilding. For the most part, Sierra Leone has established the strategic and institutional mechanisms needed to coordinate and implement peacebuilding activities. In the Agenda for Change and the United Nations Joint Vision, the country has two comprehensive and integrated strategies. Yet the need for resources remains significant.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  26. “The United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone (UNIPSIL), under the able leadership of the Executive Representative of the Secretary-General, has already conducted a series of activities intended to improve multiparty dialogue, mediate wider political tensions and build capacity to respond to incidents of public disorder. It is clear that this particular aspect of UNIPSIL's mandate will be of growing importance over the next year. Sierra Leone is also increasingly taking advantage of its abundant natural resources. The latent economic potential of the mining sector in particular holds great promise for generating growth, strengthening Sierra Leone's budget and reducing dependency on aid. Yet, as we have all seen in other contexts, natural resources also bring risks.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  27. “It is essential that political conditions be established for free, fair and peaceful elections. That will require continued progress on implementing the agreements in the joint communique of April 2009, further strengthening the Political Parties Registration Commission and providing the National Electoral Commission with the necessary support. Continuing to build the capacity of the Sierra Leone police to serve as a neutral and effective force for stability will also be critical. Most important, it is imperative that the major political parties engage in a manner that reinforces peaceful democratic governance and mitigates burgeoning regional tensions within the country.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  28. “The 6 Joint Drug Interdiction Task Force has been transformed into the Transnational Crime Unit under the West Africa Coast Initiative. Sierra Leone has also made important changes to its youth employment and empowerment strategy, moving to better match skills-training and employment programmes with market demand. The creation and ongoing establishment of the National Youth Commission represents another significant step forward. But to that list of successes one must add emerging needs. Attention is rightly turning to preparations for the 2012 elections, as Mr. Von der Schulenburg just noted. Those elections represent one of the significant remaining challenges before Sierra Leone completes the process of consolidating peace and embarks on longer-term development.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  29. “Given that the review monitors progress on the basis of all actors' contributions, it continues Sierra Leone's exemplary record as a country where standards for aid effectiveness, engagement in post-conflict States and integrated service delivery are put into practice. As decided last year, the Peacebuilding Commission has focused its engagement on the major threats to peace consolidation identified in the Agenda for Change, specifically concerning good governance and the rule of law, youth employment and drug trafficking. There have been successes in each of those areas. The Anti-Corruption Commission continues its excellent work, now under the able leadership of a new Commissioner. The establishment of the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation as an independent media organization will help further democratization.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  30. “Indeed, the Sierra Leone configuration will meet this afternoon to discuss these issues and adopt an outcome document containing conclusions and recommendations. This review process has focused on the joint progress report on the Agenda for Change prepared by the Government of Sierra Leone in full collaboration with the United Nations, international partners and civil society. The report in our View is an impressive achievement. Its preparation reflected strong national ownership and included the participation of a wide range of national stakeholders, including civil society. Its findings are comprehensive, mapping progress across the entire Agenda for Change and providing important recommendations for future action.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  31. “Mr. McNee: I am pleased to have the opportunity to brief the Council in my capacity as Chair of the Sierra Leone configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. While the past year has seen Sierra Leone make considerable strides forward, significant challenges remain. Ten years after the end of the civil war and two years ahead of the third set of national elections, Sierra Leone stands poised to consolidate peace fully and embark on long-term economic development. Doing so successfully will require continued support. The Peacebuilding Commission is currently considering the progress that has been achieved in consolidating peace in Sierra Leone and is charting its future engagement.”

    2010-09-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6391 (2010) · source

  32. “To conclude, Canada will continue to work with our partners to ensure that MINUSTAH continues to assist Haiti on the path to reconstruction.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  33. “We recall that the Secretary- General presented a consolidation plan in his report last year (S/2009/439). It is important that MINUSTAH be able to continue to identify and pursue objectives in those areas based on that plan, in cooperation with Haitian partners. In a post-quake context, we must re-examine challenges such as the reform of the Haitian National Police. Any progress in the legal and security realms will help reconstruction and development in Haiti and is a necessary framework in which to hold the upcoming elections. In that regard, Canada is pleased to have significantly increased its personnel deployed to MINUSTAH, in addition to having increased by $10 million funds that will be used to rebuild key infrastructure of the judicial system and the National Police.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  34. “Because the earthquake dealt a serious blow to the country's bureaucracy and State infrastructure, it will be important to allow MINUSTAH to continue to play that role until other support mechanisms can take over. This temporary direct support to Haitian authorities must be part of a process of constructive cooperation with the host Government that seeks, through training and mentoring, to build that Government's capacity to maintain stability and deliver services to its citizens. (spoke in English) Canada would also like to stress the importance it places on the continuation of MINUSTAH's work to strengthen Haiti's justice and security systems in the areas of the police, penitentiary, border and correction services. For example, we must revisit efforts to reform the national police.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  35. “In the light of the Secretary-General's most recent report and in anticipation of the renewal of the Mission's mandate in October, Canada stresses to the Council that we support the Secretary-General's cautious approach of maintaining Mission personnel at their current level until the security environment has been assessed following the inauguration of the new President and the new Government. We will be especially interested in the Secretary-General's recommendations on any eventual need to make changes to the composition of surge resources. The Secretary-General also underscores the authority given to MINUSTAH to provide direct logistical support and technical expertise to Haitian officials, although this is temporary.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  36. “We are pleased, however, to be able to count on the leadership of the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission, co-chaired by the Prime Minister and the United Nations Special Envoy. Canada encourages donors to align their efforts with the Interim Commission so as to facilitate coordination, avoid duplication and ensure that the capacity exists to absorb funds on the ground. But as the Secretary- General underscores in his latest report on MINUSTAH (S/2010/446), consolidating these gains will depend, in large part, on sustained support from the international community, including through MINUSTAH.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  37. “Canada also supports the electoral observation missions of the Organization of American States and the Caribbean Community, which demonstrate unparalleled hemispheric solidarity with Haiti - a solidarity that serves as a true lever of change by helping the Haitian people in their development. Although living conditions for many Haitians are still precarious, it is important to underscore that, in large part, most of the immediate humanitarian needs were met. Reconstruction and development efforts are also moving ahead. But the Government of Haiti and its international partners will have to deal with some considerable challenges, such as land issues, in order to continue on that path.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  38. “In that context, Canada announced a contribution of $400 million for reconstruction at the New York conference in March and deployed additional personnel to MINUSTAH. Canada continues to work together with the Haitian Government and the international community. The principles guiding that work are those of the Montreal Conference on Haiti: ownership, coordination, sustainability, effectiveness, inclusiveness and accountability. One of the major challenge Haitians will soon have to face is that of the upcoming presidential and legislative elections, to be held on 28 November. Canada supports the Haitian people, who want transparent and inclusive elections. Strong democratic institutions and good governance, guided by capable leaders who have the trust of the people, are essential in order to ensure the success of reconstruction in Haiti.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  39. “Mr. McNee (Canada) (spoke in French): I would first like to thank you, Mr. President, for taking the initiative to organize this meeting. I would also like to acknowledge the presence of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Mulet, and to thank him and his team for their extraordinary work in Haiti. Canada would also like to thank the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and the funds and programmes of the Organization for the exceptional work they are doing. Haiti continues to be one of Canada's top foreign policy priorities. Our engagement in Haiti emphasizes prosperity, security and democratic governance. Haiti is the leading recipient of Canadian development assistance in the Americas and the second worldwide. This support was greatly strengthened in the aftermath of the January 2010 earthquake.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  40. “The Muskoka Declaration outlines a set of three interrelated initiatives aimed at strengthening civilian security systems, in particular civilian reinforcements for stabilization, peacebuilding and rule of law actions; strengthening maritime security capacity; and international police peace operations. These three G8 initiatives aim to reduce conflict-related instability, protect civilians during armed conflict, counter terrorism, combat piracy and transnational crime and help establish an enabling environment for growth, 34 investment and democratic development. Thus they are intended to promote peace and security, while recognizing that solutions to problems of the African continent are best found in Africa itself.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  41. “Regional and subregional capacities, in particular of the African Union and other African organizations, must be strengthened. Increased capacity to break the links among terrorism, drug trafficking and organized crime is particularly critical, as well as capacity to support the rule of law and strengthened mediation capacities. Canada is committed to supporting global peace and security. Leaders at the recent summit of the Group of Eight (G8) endorsed the Muskoka Declaration. Canada also invited African leaders to the Summit to discuss not only development, but also issues related to peace and security.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  42. “Canada welcomes the joint strategy on gender equality and mediation of the Department of Political Affairs (DPA) and the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM), as well as the efforts of the Secretary- General and Member States to realize the full and influential participation of women in peace processes. Canada also recognizes the importance of the collaboration between the DPA and the United Nations Development Programme to deploy peace and development advisers, as well as the positive role of the Mediation Support Unit in working with United Nations country teams. Once a situation has become explosive, the United Nations system will be able to achieve its full potential in the area of preventive diplomacy only by using all its resources through a concerted action.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  43. “Canada fully endorses the examples of proactive action by the Council cited in the report, including the deployment of United Nations missions with political mandates to conduct mediation, conflict prevention and peacebuilding activities. The Council is also increasingly using targeted sanctions as a proactive measure to deter parties from choosing violence to resolve conflicts. The Council must use all of these powerful tools more proactively, consistently and, we would suggest, with greater conviction. (spoke in French) Thirdly, Canada is pleased to note recent marked improvements in the United Nations system with regard to integrated coherent action.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  44. “What the international community truly lacks is a consistent means of bridging analysis and policy - of synthesizing data into effective analysis and rapidly linking early warning analysis with effective policy direction. The Security Council has sometimes filled this niche, but it could improve its contribution to preventive diplomacy by increasing its attention to the relationship between analysis and policy direction. Secondly, Canada calls on the Security Council to be more proactive. In his report on the implementation of Security Council resolution 1625 (2005) (S/2008/ 18), the Secretary-General outlined a comprehensive approach to conflict prevention.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  45. “In a 2009 presidential statement (S/PRST/2009/8), the Council declared its intention to remain engaged in all stages of the conflict cycle, including in support of mediation as an important means for the pacific settlement of disputes wherever possible before they evolve into violence. Canada believes that three areas in particular deserve the Council's attention: preventive action, proactive action and integrated and coherent action. First, preventive action, in particular preventive diplomacy, requires advanced warning that there is a risk of violence and knowledge about the root causes and nature of a potential conflict. Perhaps most importantly, it requires translation of the available information into concrete analysis and timely action.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  46. “It has also consistently intervened, in collaboration with the regional economic communities and with the help of African leaders, in the mediation and resolution of political crises, such as in Madagascar, Guinea and Niger. The AU's Peace and Security Architecture, along with the complementary mechanisms in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and other local and regional approaches to preventive diplomacy, including civil society initiatives, show great promise for stopping violent conflicts before they spiral out of control. In our View, the Council must continue to support those efforts and fulfil its own responsibility for preventive diplomacy.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  47. “I should like to join others in thanking you, Mr. President, and the delegation of Nigeria for having convened this important debate. Preventive diplomacy and conflict prevention have been issues of increasing priority for the Council over the past two decades. This makes good sense, because the financial and human costs of trying to quell violent conflicts far outstrip those associated with preventing their escalation. While the international community has made progress in managing conflict, it continues to struggle to prevent conflict. Africa is increasingly demonstrating clear leadership on peace and security challenges on the continent, including preventing political crises. The African Union (AU) was the first to deploy peacekeeping missions in Burundi, the Sudan, Somalia and the Comoros.”

    2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source

  48. “We all have an obligation to support those on the front line of humanitarian action. In closing, Canada sees the protection of civilians in armed conflict as an essential element in the maintenance of freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law. We recognize that this is a complex and multilayered issue requiring concrete action to apply the rules that Member States and the Council have adopted. With focused and consistent engagement, the potential exists to make strong gains over the coming year.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354Resumption1 (2010) · source

  49. “In the absence of adequate local capacity, the rapid deployment of international civilian law enforcement and criminal justice experts could make an important contribution. Canada will continue to make important investments in this key area, on both a multilateral and a bilateral basis. Canada can never stress strongly enough the fact that the protection of civilians also includes ensuring the safety and security of those individuals who put their lives on the line every day to reach those in need. The past year has been difficult for humanitarian workers who have witnessed their colleagues abducted, threatened and sometimes killed in the discharge of their work. This situation is unacceptable. We recognize the efforts under way to improve protection 10-43968 of staff, including national staff, who are often the most vulnerable.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354Resumption1 (2010) · source

  50. “Strong, independent, transparent and dependable judicial and policing institutions are fundamental in that respect. The restoration of law and order to prevent further violence and encourage accountability must be a key priority for the States concerned, the Security Council and peace operations. The Council has an important role to play in calling for security system reform and transitional justice mechanisms and for supporting those reforms. Canada is pleased to provide direct support to the ongoing work of the United Nations in this area, including via the inter-agency Security Sector Reform Task Force in order to generate an integrated, holistic approach to those reforms.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354Resumption1 (2010) · source