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1. “They could do that by agreeing to consider the Ukrainian request for a policing mission as well as how to enlarge and adequately equip the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe's Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, particularly along the border. Finally, turning to the draft press statement, I do not believe that it is a constructive and particularly serious effort. As the Russian Permanent Representative knows full well, and as my American colleague has said, the draft statement does not cover the full picture. Support to separatists is not mentioned; Nadiya Savchenko is not mentioned; the investigation into Malaysia Airlines Flight MH-17 is not mentioned; and Crimea is not mentioned. We will be happy to engage on the draft, but, as my American colleague said, press statements are agreed by consensus.”

   2016-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7683 (2016) · source

2. “As the Russian Permanent Representative, who speaks excellent English, knows, the meaning of that is not the same. We are not trying to express indifference. Far from it, the way we raised that point was intended to reinforce our view that responsibility lies on all sides and that they should all work together to try to deliver a solution. That is what we expect from Russia. Ifthe Russians are serious about finding a solution, no matter what levels of support they are offering to the separatists, they could do much more in order to help the rest of us to understand what is really going on in eastern Ukraine and Crimea.”

   2016-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7683 (2016) · source

3. “I wish to respond to two particular points that the representative of Russia made in connection with our earlier statement. First, he made a reference to our comments on Crimea, which, by the way, according to the United Nations, is categorically not a part of Russia. He said that Crimea was a stable peninsula. I would just repeat the words of my country's Permanent Representative in that connection: "grant access to enable a proper assessment of the situation". That is all that we are asking for. Surely, that should be acceptable if Crimea is a stable peninsula. Secondly, there was a gross misrepresentation of my Permanent Representative's words. Our Russian colleague said that we do not care who fired the shells. What my Permanent Representative said was, "no matter who fired the shells".”

   2016-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7683 (2016) · source

4. “The development of a joint transition plan by MINUSTAH and the United Nations country team is a good first step, and we look forward to the results of a meaningful strategic assessment mission. But it is becoming increasingly clear that we cannot allow an open-ended electoral process to delay indefinitely a real examination of what comes next. While Haitian leaders need to complete the electoral process, we must not let the political impasse delay the Council's own determination of whether the current deployment is in the best long-term interest of Haiti. We owe it to the people of Haiti to get it right.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

5. “These are people who lost everything and yet, six years later, they still have nothing. Rehousing them must be an urgent priority for a new Government. I also want to touch upon the ongoing outbreak of cholera. That terrible disease is a scar on Haitian citizens. After all that they have been through, they cannot afford to face that further assault on their lives and livelihoods. Efforts to protect the population and eradicate cholera from the main water supplies have clearly been ineffective. More needs to be done to defend the vulnerable people of Haiti against cholera and rid Haiti of that pervasive disease. Let me close by looking to the future. Although challenges remain, we cannot let them distract us from planning beyond 2016 towards a smaller and more focused United Nations presence in Haiti.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

6. “MINUSTAH's continued focus, therefore, should be on developing the professionalism of the Haitian police. Slow progress in improving the rule of law threatens to undermine this progress. In particular, reform of the justice sector remains weak and needs nurturing. Steps must be taken to ensure there is comprehensive justice for all. This must include addressing serious human rights abuses, including the concerning increase in gender-based violence and rape. All people of Haiti have a right to protection from such abuses. Turning to my third point, I want to touch upon the humanitarian situation. Despite the welcome recovery since the earthquake and Hurricane Sandy, it is unsettling that so many of Haiti's citizens remain in camps and temporary shelters.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

7. “This is not a time for political intransigence, for brinkmanship or posturing. Too much is at stake. To give just one example, successful development cooperation with the international community relies on Haiti having a democratically elected and fully functioning Government. Without such interlocutors, there is a risk that we will all be frustrated in our efforts. The people of Haiti deserve better. Turning to my second point, we are pleased to see the continued expansion of the Haitian National Police. There has been a noticeable improvement in their capabilities and their independence from MINUSTAH, as seen by the security they provided for the elections. But there is still much to do if we are to transition to Haitian-led efforts countrywide.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

8. “A democratically elected and fully functioning Government is essential if Haiti is to address the serious challenges facing the country and its people. We recognize the role of former President Martelly and the presidents of the two chambers of Parliament in securing a way forward with the political accord last month. The international community supports Haitian efforts to implement this agreement. But if it is to succeed, consensus-building within Haiti is needed. It is imperative that the current political and electoral uncertainty is resolved quickly. The Secretary-General's report (8/2015/225) welcomes the efforts made so far by the provisional president and prime minister. We agree with this. Now, all stakeholders need to work together in good faith to complete the electoral process.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

9. “I thank Special Representative Honore for her briefing. As she has made clear today, the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti continues to make a welcome contribution to stability and development in Haiti. It is a contribution that is clearly helping what is the poorest, least-developed country in the Western hemisphere. So, Ijoin others in thanking everyone involved in the Mission and in the United Nations Country Team for their ongoing commitment and service. Today I want to focus on three priorities for Haiti as we see them: the elections, security and the humanitarian situation. First, like others, we welcome the first two rounds of presidential elections, but it is frustrating that the political process has not been seen through to fruition.”

   2016-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7651 (2016) · source

10. “Taking action on sexual volence is another example of the willingness of Kosovo's leaders to confront the difficult issues of the past and secure a better future for all their citizens. I hope they will continue that approach in the coming months and in doing so take the necessary steps to also ensure progress on the specialist court and the dialogue.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

11. “The pace of the implementation of dialogue agreements should be increased, and it is vital that new agreements be reached, including on the association of Serb municipalities, at the next meeting later this month. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to remark on the very clear and welcome leadership shown by the President of Kosovo in addressing the legacy of sexual violence in conflict. It is important to bring the perpetrators of those despicable crimes to justice, whoever they are and wherever they live. My Prime Minister's special representative on the issue, Baroness Anelay, saw that first-hand during her visit to Kosovo in July, when she pledged further United Kingdom support for rehabilitation programmes for survivors.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

12. “The arrests of five people in connection with suspicious activity at Badovac reservoir highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly regarding the threat posed by terrorism and returning foreign fighters. Turning to the dialogue facilitated by the European Union, we welcome the continued engagement of both sides. The dialogue process remains the most effective means of normalizing relations in the Western Balkans. It is vital to the future stability and prosperity of the region, and the surest way to preventing any return to the violence of the past. Both sides must demonstrate and deliver the benefits of the dialogue for all their citizens.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

13. “As a matter of urgency, we hope Kosovo's leaders will take the necessary steps and work with all partners to ensure that the court is established as soon as possible. The Secretary-General's report also highlights some wider concerns about the rule of law. In particular, the Government of Kosovo must address the weaknesses of the Kosovo judiciary and improve its ability to handle sensitive cases. The report also makes clear the valuable role the Kosovo police plays in maintaining order and protecting all communities from violence. That is welcome, and we hope that the cooperation shown by the police and the Kosovo Serb community in Klina can be replicated elsewhere.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

14. “Dealing with the past, no matter how difficult, controversial or painful, is vital if Kosovo is to tackle impunity and build respect for the rule of law. The vote in favour of the specialist court was also an important demonstration of Kosovo leaders' commitment to implement international agreements. That was a difficult decision that equired political courage, and we recognize the positive actions taken by Deputy Prime Minister Thaci and Kosovo's Prime Minister and Speaker of Parliament to ensure that it passed. But more hard work will be needed before the court is established and operational. Sustained effort will be required to ensure accountability in the wake of the allegations in the Marty report. Comprehensive, robust witness-protection programmes must be a key part of that process if the court is to be effective.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

15. “We also believe strongly that this meeting should not provide a platform to revisit nationalist positions that are unhelpful and not in keeping with the spirit of a dialogue. The report, although it shows that Kosovo faces significant challenges, also presents clear evidence of continuing steady progress. That is a welcome trend. The security situation remains generally stable, illegal migration is falling and we continue to see good practical cooperation at the local level, most notably in northern Kosovo. The most important development since the Council last met to discuss Kosovo (see S/PV.7448) took place after the release ofthe Secretary-General's latest report: the positive vote on the specialist court. Although the delay on that issue was disappointing, we welcome that important step forward.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

16. “At the outset, I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Zarif for his final briefing. I am sure others will join me in paying tribute to all his hard work on Kosovo and his determination to improve the lives of all of Kosovo's citizens. We wish him every success in his new role. I also want to welcome Deputy Prime Ministers Dacie and Thaci back to the Security Council again. Let me start by reiterating our well-known position on the frequency of these meetings. We strongly believe the frequency should be reduced. Although many challenges remain, Kosovo's progress and its trajectory are undeniable. The reality, as described clearly in the Secretary-General's report (S/2015/579), does not justify this level of the Council's attention.”

    2015-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7510 (2015) · source

17. “As my Permanent Representative said, only 40 minutes after the ceasefire came into effect separatists backed by Russia launched a final, all-out assault to secure the town of Debaltseve, something they had clearly been aiming for in the days just before the ceasefire came into effect. The provisions that will facilitate a resolution of the conflict in eastern Ukraine are clearly laid out in the Minsk agreements. We call again on all parties, including Russia, to play their part in implementing those agreements fully, verifiably and transparently, and in supporting efforts to de-escalate tensions and bring the violence to an end.”

    2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source

18. “In response to the point made by our Russian colleague, the focus on Ukraine reflected the serious nature of the situation on the ground there, precipitated by Russia's actions and support for the separatists involved in the conflict. Our calls throughout have been clear. We have called on all sides to observe the ceasefire and implement in full the arrangement set out in the Minsk agreements of September last year and 12 February just past. Where we see flagrant and one-sided breaches of those arrangments, we are duty-bound to draw them to the attention of our colleagues on the Council at briefings such as these.”

    2015-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7391 (2015) · source

19. “We look forward to the next review ofthe PBC, in 2015, which will be an opportunity to look critically at where the Commission has been successful and where it has not. The United Kingdom stands ready to engage constructively in those discussions over the coming months and years. We should be ambitious in our drive to reform the United Nations peacebuilding architecture to ensure that it reaches its full potential and has tangible and positive effects for the countries on its agenda.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source

20. “Thirdly, the Commission must continue to strengthen relationships with United Nations missions in those countries on its agenda. As we have seen from some of the successes of the past year, the Commission is most effective when it works through the Special Representatives of the Secretary-General and augments their work. The configuration Chairs should use their convening power in New York to bring the international system together around the work of the in-country mission and the Government of that country. We believe that improvement in those areas will build the foundation for a stronger relationship between the PBC and the main United Nations organs. With greater focus and drive to achieve results, the PBC can provide valuable advice to the Security Council and the General Assembly.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source

21. “The recent achievements of the country-specific configurations should act as an example for the Commission as a whole, and we would like to see a much greater emphasis on country-specific work. That should align with and take forward the New Deal for Engagement in Fragile States, putting into practice the Deal's principles for engagement. Secondly, in order to free up time and resources to focus on countries on the PBC agenda, we must significantly reduce the level of process and procedure here in New York. More meetings on organizational issues, processes and procedure means less time available for country-focused work. The Commission should meet less frequently and with substantive agendas containing clear and necessary decisions to take.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source

22. “The Peacebuilding Commission visits to Monrovia and Freetown provided political counsel and support as the Missions there started to draw down, and in countries across its agenda, the Peacebuilding Fund is providing much-needed financing. But much work remains. The United Kingdom remains a friend of United Nations peacebuilding, and as friends, it is important that we are honest. We believe the PBC has not fully realized the potential that was envisaged for it when it was established in 2006. We must all share responsibility for that gap and work together to develop the Commission into the effective, efficient organization that it could and should be. The United Kingdom sees three key areas for action. First, the Commission must focus more on activities that add value and have a real impact on the ground in the countries on its agenda.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source

23. “That is why we are the largest contributor to the Peacebuilding Fund, providing almost $20 million a year, and we will shortly fulfil our promise to spend 0.7 per cent of gross national income on official development assistance. We have committed to spending one third of that rising aid budget in fragile and conflict-affected States. The United Kingdom welcomes the recent report of the Peacebuilding Commission (S/2013/63). The report shows that the United Nations is moving forward on key peacebuilding issues and that the Commission is adding value in a number of areas. The Burundi donor conference, held in October last year, raised $2.6 billion for that country's peacebuilding priorities.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source

24. “Thank you, Sir, for convening this briefing this morning. Let me also begin by thanking the current and previous Chairs of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) for their briefings. In March this year, the Council adopted resolution 2097 (2013) on Sierra Leone, paving the way for the transition of the UnitedNations Integrated Peac ebuilding Office in Sierra Leone. That is a real success story. As a Council, we paid tribute to the work of the United Nations system and the international partners. That work was instrumental in supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in its efforts to build a secure peace following the brutality of war. Sierra Leone is an example of why the United Kingdom believes that the United Nations plays a vital role in helping national Governments and communities recover from the scourge of war.”

    2013-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6954 (2013) · source