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Mehdiyev

lines on the record: 619
first: 2007-02-13
most recent: 2018-06-25
sittings or episodes: 104
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“I would like to start by expressing my gratitude to the Secretary-General for his briefing and recent report (S/20l3/133) on the situation in Afghanistan and the current activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). I also thank Ambassador Tanin of Afghanistan for his statement. I would also like to welcome the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Jan Kubis, and the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Australia, Denmark and Finland. Azerbaijan welcomes the adoption of resolution 2096 (2013) today, which extends the mandate of UNAMA for another year. In light of the challenges of the foreign military drawdown in Afghanistan, the United Nations should continue its important work in promoting peace and stability in the country and supporting the realization of the Afghan Government's priorities.”
2013-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6935 (2013) · source
“It is therefore important that the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran continue its efforts to build international confidence in the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear programme. It is encouraging that high-level talks took place at the end of February between Iran and the five permanent members of the Security Council and Germany. We hope that the meeting at the technical level to be held later this month, and the resumption of high-level negotiations in April in Almaty, Kazakhstan, will help move the resolution of the problem forward. It is essential to continue dialogue and cooperation on the issues on which progress is urgent for regional stability. We encourage further efforts aimed at resolving the issues of concern peacefully and in a constructive manner.”
2013-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6930 (2013) · source
“It is essential that the Panel continue its outreach activities, which play an important role in increasing the number of national implementation reports from Member States. The reporting period was also marked by three rounds of talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) aimed at finalizing the structured approach document. However, according to the report of the IAEA Board of Governors of 21 February (see S/2013/103), it has not been possible to reach agreement or begin substantive work on the outstanding issues. There is no doubt that every country has the right to develop its nuclear industry for peaceful purposes in full accordance with the relevant international obligations.”
2013-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6930 (2013) · source
“It is critical that the Committee examine all cases and incidents in an impartial and objective manner and consider appropriate actions on the basis of solid evidence. It is essential that the Committee continue its efforts to assist States in implementing the relevant Security Council measures. We note in that regard the adoption by the Committee of an implementation assistance notice on conventional arms and related material and on financial and business measures. We also note the Panel's visit to several Member States to discuss matters pertaining to the mandate of the Panel, and the participation of its experts in a number of conferences and seminars during the reporting period.”
2013-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6930 (2013) · source
“I would like to thank Ambassador Gary Quinlan for his work as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) and for his presentation of the 90-day report of the Committee. The Committee received from Member States a number of communications on actions taken in implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions and on responses on reported incidents during the reporting period. The Committee discussed the incident report by the Panel of Experts dated 11 January 2013, exchanged views on the case reported by a Member State on 6 February 2013 and encouraged the Panel to expedite the investigation in that regard and report to the Committee on its findings.”
2013-03-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6930 (2013) · source
“At the same time, it is also important to carefully approach ideas having the initially declared purpose of fostering confidence-building measures but that in reality carry the danger of sustaining the status quo created as a result of the unlawful use of force and the commission of other serious crimes of concern to the international community. In conclusion, let us express the hope that increased efforts and more intensified cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union will yield better results in dealing with the many existing challenges to international peace and security.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“That understanding is particularly important, as it would provide guidance not only for the parties to the conflict but also for the international community as a whole and, when appropriate, mediation efforts. In situations of unresolved conflict, the lack of agreement on political issues cannot be used as a pretext for marginalizing problems caused by continued and deliberate disrespect for international law, including international humanitarian and human rights law. It is therefore crucial to insist on the importance, with respect to such situations, of reaffirming the continued applicability of all relevant international legal norms and standards. We encourage the European Union to consistently address concerns in that regard and support relevant national initiatives to that end within the United Nations.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“If there are reasonable grounds to believe that such violations and other serious wrongdoings have indeed occurred during armed conflicts and have given rise to valid international concerns, an obligation to investigate and prosecute alleged offences, as an important safeguard and tool for prevention, will definitely serve the principles of justice and the rule of law. We encourage the European Union to continue to assist the affected countries and support national and international efforts to that end. It is essential, when dealing with conflict and post- conflict situations, that the relevant organizations and entities ensure that peace and justice are both present in a mutually reinforcing manner. Such an approach ensures that no peace settlement is reached that is inconsistent with international law.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“As a result, erroneous policies and behaviours that contradict international law and its basic norms and principles have often been allowed to remain, under the cloak of impunity, and garner the potential of further destabilizing the situation by thwarting the achievement of peace and fomenting future conflicts and related crimes. We believe that the international community cannot approach selectively, or remain indifferent to, situations involving the use of military force against civilians and massive expulsions.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“It is therefore important to maintain consistency in deciding on responses to such situations, especially those aggravated by external political, military and economic support in violation of international law and Security Council resolutions. Issues relating to the protection of civilians in armed conflict and the rule of law have become some of the major topics on the international agenda. However, despite increasing attention to those topics, issues of accountability in certain conflict or post- conflict situations have often been overlooked.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“While it has been exposed to conflicts and insecurity for many decades, the region has also gone through major transformation processes over the past two years. The international community must be more united and consistent in its efforts to help the regional States through these difficult times and find a peaceful and lasting solution to ongoing conflicts. Another challenging issue is the situation in Mali, where decisive action has enabled significant advances in the restoration of Malian territorial integrity. It is essential that the international community stand ready to undertake efforts for peacebuilding, governance, security sector reform, reconstruction and regional cooperation. At the same time, Mali is not the only country facing terrorism and violent separatism.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“There is an established pattern of cooperation between the two entities in a variety of areas, including, in particular, peacekeeping and conflict prevention, the protection of human rights, sustainable development and the environment, development assistance, and combating terrorism and other criminal activities. Strengthening that cooperation and the continued contribution of the European Union to the efforts of the Security Council and the United Nations more broadly are indispensable in addressing challenges to international peace and security. I would like to speak more specifically about some geographical and thematic issues. The situation in the Middle East with regard to both the Middle East peace process and the Syrian Arab Republic still occupies the top position on the list of international security issues.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“I would like to thank the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Baroness Catherine Ashton, for her statement, insights and analysis on a number of contemporary challenges to global peace and security. The establishment of international peace and security is an important task that cannot be accomplished by a single entity acting alone. Cooperation, communication and assistance among the responsible actors are vital. That spirit unites the United Nations and the European Union and leads them to merge their efforts for the preservation of global peace and security.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“Moreover, the resolution just adopted contains apparent factual inaccuracies, such as the reference in paragraph 5 to the military areas in the north, which are no longer an issue. Futhermore, the resolution ignores a number of concerns raised by the Secretary-General in his January report (S/2013/7). Except for some minor amendments, many ofthe important issues raised by our delegation based on the aforementioned considerations were not taken into account during the negotiations. For the reasons I havejust cited, Azerbaijan decided to abstain in the voting on resolution 2089 (2013).”
2013-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6908 (2013) · source
“Azerbaijan believes that achieving a settlement of the Cyprus problem within the established United Nations parameters is possible, and we reiterate our full support for the Secretary-General's efforts to that end. It is clear that a settlement can be attained only through a results-oriented process and continued support to the Secretary-General's good offices mission. While the resolution had to be a technical roll-over, it nevertheless contains a number of elements that are outdated. In fact, the language ofresolution 2089 (2013) in regard to negotiations is repeated from resolution 2058 (2012) without duly reflecting the situation during the six-month reporting period. Thus, calls throughout the text to move towards more intensive negotiations are obsolete, as the substantive talks came to a halt in July 2012.”
2013-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6908 (2013) · source
“I should like briefly to share with the Council the reasoning behind our abstention in the voting on resolution 2089 (2013). We would like to express our gratitude to the delegation of the United Kingdom for its leadership and efforts in facilitating the negotiations on the resolution. Azerbaijan fully supports the six-month mandate renewal of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus. The year 2013 marks the fiftieth since the emergence of the Cyprus problem. A just and lasting political settlement without further delay is the hope and expectation of the international community. Needless to say, finding a solution as soon as possible would be in the interests of both sides and of the entire region.”
2013-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6908 (2013) · source
“It is essential to continue dialogue and cooperation on the issues on which progress is urgent for regional stability. We encourage further efforts aimed at resolving the issues of concern peacefully and in a constructive manner.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“The recent report of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) of 16 November (GOV/2012/55) has shown that outstanding issues regarding the Iranian nuclear programme remain unresolved. We support the right of any country to develop its nuclear industry for peaceful purposes, in full accordance with the relevant international obligations. It is therefore important that all the necessary steps be taken by the Government of Iran to build international confidence in the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear programme. It is encouraging that, during the reporting period, Iran reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue with the IAEA and invited the Agency's delegation to visit Tehran. We hope that the visit, which commenced today, will help move the resolution of the problem forward.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“It is essential that the Panel continue its outreach activities, which play an important role in increasing the number of national implementation reports from Member States. We look forward to continued discussion on the possibility of the Committee issuing a guidance note to aid States in their submission of national implementation reports and the implementation assistance notice that could assist Member States in implementing Security Council measures. In accordance with its international obligations, Azerbaijan has taken all the necessary measures to prevent the use of its territory as a transit route for the illicit trafficking of items and materials related to the proliferation of nuclear weapons and weapons technology. It is obvious that the issues concerning our immediate neighbour Iran are of particular importance for my country.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“I would like to thank Ambassador Nestor Osorio for his work as Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) and for his presentation of the 90-day report of the Committee covering the period from 13 September to 4 December. During the reporting period, the Committee continued its discussion of the final report of the Panel of Experts (see S/2012/395). We take note of the Panel's midterm report, which was submitted in accordance with paragraph 2 of resolution 2049 (2012), as well as a number of communications related to the implementation of the relevant Security Council measures. We also note the Panel's visit to several Member States and the participation of its experts in a number of conferences and seminars during the reporting period.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“We note with profound concern the increasing attacks on United Nations staff members and aid workers, including the looting of a World Food Programme location in the Otash IDP camp in July. In conclusion, we stress the need for the international community to further support the implementation of the Doha Document, as well as the importance of the renunciation of violence by the rebel groups, as a vital prerequisite for ensuring durable peace in Darfur.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“We also take positive note ofthe signing ofthe memorandum of understanding between the Government of the Sudan and the Justice and Equality Movement faction to cease hostilities and launch peace talks. It is important that those groups that have not yet signed the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur join the peace process without preconditions. At the same time, we reiterate our serious concern about the activities of non-State armed groups, which represent the main obstacle to the peace process. The reports of serious human rights violations committed by such groups against civilians, especially those settled in camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs), should be properly investigated, in order to bring those responsible to justice and to prevent those violations being repeated in the future.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank Ms. Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, for her briefing and for presenting the sixteenth report of the Prosecutor to the Security Council pursuant to resolution 1593 (2005). Azerbaijan is not party to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. We know the efforts of the Court to investigate violations of international human rights and humanitarian law in Darfur. It is important to ensure that the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court acts strictly within the mandate of resolution 1593 (2005). It is clear that there is no military solution to the conflict in Darfur, We note some positive developments in the overall security environment in the region.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, that is the first significant decline in displacement since May 2011, when fighting between Government troops and militants erupted in the south. In conclusion, we would like to reiterate Azerbaijan's full support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Yemen and to express our hope that the tenacious work of the Yemeni authorities and the continued support of the international community will yield the best possible results for a successful transition in Yemen.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“Once again, we would like to express our support to the President and Government of Yemen for the determined efforts in fighting the terrorist threats. The humanitarian situation in the country remains harsh, although the recent financial pledges of donors offer some alleviation of the economic and social hardship faced by the population in need. More must be done in that regard. The problem of internal displacement in northern Yemen is alarming and represents a heavy economic and social burden on the State. It is nevertheless encouraging to witness the growing number of returning internally displaced persons in the south of the country.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“All political forces in Yemen must realize that a successful transition process depends on the involvement and cooperation of all stakeholders in implementing the Gulf Cooperation Council Initiative and Implementation Mechanism, in accordance with Security Council resolutions 2014 (2011) and 2051 (2012). The presence of the rebel groups in northern Yemen and of Al-Qaida-related groups in the south of the country remains a major threat to Yemen's security and stability. The intensification of suicide attacks against the Yemeni military by those groups, as well as the new clashes that erupted between Yemeni military forces and Al-Qaida-related groups in Abyan at the end of October, gave rise to legitimate concerns.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan also welcomes the Friends of Yemen ministerial meeting held in New York on 27 September, which pledged additional funds to support the transition process in Yemen. We appreciate the efforts of Special Adviser Mr. Benomar to help bridge the differences among the various groups and to bring them to the dialogue. It must be underscored that engagement with all political forces and groups is vital in order for them to be able to express their expectations of the process. In that light, we welcome the recent progress in deciding the quotas of political parties and of other groups participating in the National Dialogue Conference.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“It is clear that what has been achieved should be consolidated and that efforts to carry out an inclusive Yemeni-led political transition process that meets the legitimate demands and aspirations of the people should be continued. The convening of an all-inclusive National Dialogue Conference, scheduled to take place later this year, in accordance with the second phase of the transition process, takes on particular importance. The outcome of the dialogue is also vital to drafting the constitution and to conducting the general elections to take place in 2014. The international community must render all possible assistance to the Yemeni people in meeting those objectives. The recent visit by the Secretary- General to Yemen reiterated international support for the political transition in the country.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“Mr. Mehdiyev (Azerbaijan) (spoke in Arabic): Mr. President, at the outset, allow me to congratulate the delegation of Morocco on its assumption of the presidency of the Council. I take this opportunity to assure you of our full support and to wish you every success in your important work. (spoke in English) I would also like to express our appreciation to Ambassador Hardeep Singh Puri of India and his delegation for their excellent leadership of the Council's work last month. I also thank Mr. Benomar for his briefing. In the year that has elapsed since the signing of the historic Transition Agreement that set Yemen on the path to democracy, the country has made great strides in that direction. The Government and people of Yemen must be congratulated on the progress achieved to date and on their determination to move their country forward.”
2012-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6878 (2012) · source
“We are continuing our efforts to address that disturbing phenomenon, including through the relevant biannual resolution ofthe General Assembly and the Commission on the Status of Women, of which Azerbaijan is a main sponsor. The heightened vulnerability of civilians in wartime, in particular forcibly displaced persons, refugees, women and children requires urgency, dedication and strong commitment in all protection efforts at the regional and global levels that must be free of selectivity and politically motivated approaches and purposes. Azerbaijan notes the role that the relevant humanitarian mandates must play in that regard and thus ensure that all situations of armed conflict, including of a protracted nature, receive due attention by the international community.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We believe that women's civil society organizations, in close cooperation with the relevant Governments, can advance the women and peace and security agenda by bringing forward their concerns, priorities and rights in conflict prevention and resolution, and in the peacebuilding process. That will also allow women not only to benefit from the gains achieved in such processes, but also to be active contributors to peace, security and development. More resolute and targeted measures are required to end impunity for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community, including those committed against women in situations of armed conflict. Among the pressing issues requiring urgent action and attention is that of women taken hostage and reported missing in connection with armed conflict.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We stress the importance of regular training for gender advisers and of the promotion the role of women protection advisers in peacekeeping missions. It is obvious that States bear the primary responsibility for enhancing women's participation in conflict-prevention and resolution and in peacebuilding, and all United Nations mechanisms should work closely with respective Governments to support and complement their efforts. We share the Secretary- General's view that international assistance for relief and recovery work in essential in supporting countries in ending violence and building peace.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We support the appointment of more women as mediators, special representatives, special envoys and heads of missions. We take positive note of the issuance of Guidance for Effective Mediation on addressing conflict-related sexual violence in ceasefire and peace agreements, which provides mediators with normative standards and strategies. We look forward to the practical implementation of the Guidance. There is a clear need to increase the number of female military and police personnel in United Nations missions, and we appreciate the efforts taken by troop- and police-contributing countries to that end. At the same time, as the report of the Secretary-General underlines, increased numbers alone are not enough, and gender expertise is also needed.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Several countries have also adopted temporary special measures to increase the number of women in decision-making bodies. The protection of civilians has been included in the mandates of 8 of 16 peacekeeping missions. The establishment of the post of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict has added a new dimension to the global efforts to fight that scourge. I would like to take the opportunity to wish Ms. Zainab Bangura, newly appointed Special Representative of the Secretary- General, every success in carrying out her important mandate. Despite some achievements since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), women's participation in conflict prevention and resolution remains too low.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Azerbaijan welcomes the increasing attention of the Security Council and the wider international community to the topic. Indeed, the adoption by the Security Council of the landmark resolution 1325 (2000) was an important milestone that took up the issue of women and peace and security as a separate thematic issue and brought international visibility to the plight of women and girls in situations of armed conflict. The subsequent Council resolutions, presidential statements and other relevant documents have contributed to developing a solid framework and raising awareness of the impact that sexual violence has on victims, families and societies. As the Secretary-General has pointed out in his report, 37 States have adopted national action plans to implement that resolution.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening the present open debate on women and peace and security. I thank the Deputy Secretary-General, the Executive Director of UN-Women, the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations and the President and Founder of Femmes Afrique Solidarite for their statements and presentations. We are also grateful to the Secretary- General for his report on the topic (S/2012/732). Azerbaijan reiterates its strong condemnation of all acts of violence committed against women and girls in situations of armed conflict and calls upon all parties to such conflicts to strictly abide by their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. All the necessary measures must be taken to bring perpetrators of such acts to justice and to put an end to impunity.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Real improvements should require a change in approach towards the primacy of general and collective interests over national and individual ones.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Special attention should be given to situations involving regional arrangements referred by the Security Council with a View to encouraging the development of the peaceful settlement of disputes or conflicts. Needless to say, the silence of the Security Council concerning the apparent disregard of its resolutions on issues pertaining to international and regional peace and security and attempts to undermine them with ambiguous considerations is dangerous and cannot constitute an accepted practice of the Council's working methods. In conclusion, let me note that the Council must enhance the efficiency and Viability of its working methods. Minor changes to the working methods will stimulate and promote general reforms that could be commensurate with contemporary realities.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“The Council should also resort frequently to Arria Formula meetings to ensure more interaction and informal dialogue with the international community, similar to that organized in May on the peaceful settlement of disputes, conflict prevention and resolution, which was open to all Member and observer States, international organizations, academia and civil society. Another important issue that requires additional efforts is the Council's control over the implementation of its own decisions. It is unacceptable that a resolution of the Security Council containing imperative demands for concrete action should be ignored or interpreted in a way to avoid their implementation.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“While we stress the importance of close interaction with regional and subregional organizations to facilitating early response to disputes and emerging crises, appropriate steps also need to be taken to improve the quality of briefings as sources of information in an effective early warning and crisis prevention mechanism. More should be done to further improve in practice the content and narrative quality of the Council's annual reports as a main communication tool between the Council and the general membership. We welcome the efforts of our Colombian colleagues to make the latest annual report more complete and detailed. Among other things, there is a need to include analysis in the monthly reports prepared by the rotating presidencies, which should also contain more information relating to consultations of the whole.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Today's debate on the working methods, procedures and practices that the Security Council applies in fulfilling its Charter- mandated functions represents an excellent opportunity to identify possible short-comings in areas requiring improvement and adjustments. We welcome the increase in the number of public meetings of the Council, which amounted to more than 145 this year. The quality of this increase certainly depends on the Council's genuine readiness to take into consideration the views and contributions of non-members and regional and subregional organizations, including through the reflection of their proposals and inputs in the outcomes of public meetings.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Unfortunately, obstacles remain, and more should be done to address existing differences. We hope that the Council will take the initiative and initiate a process of genuine reforms of the Security Council to meet the expectations of the international community. It should be noted that the reluctance and sometimes even unwillingness to change stereotypes by preserving existing practices complicate the process of reaching agreement on matters of importance to the United Nations membership. The reasons for keeping the Council's current rules of procedure provisional for decades are also self-explanatory.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Almost one year has passed since the Council's last open debate on its working methods (S/PV.6672), at which a number of important issues were raised. During this period, the Council continued to further implement presidential note 507 (S/2010/507) and agreed on several measures to increase interactivity, inclusiveness and efficiency in the internal work of the Council, as eventually reproduced in presidential note 402 of June 2012 (S/2012/402). More attention has also been paid to achieving a wider participation of Council members in the decision-making process and to improving the existing practice of penholdership and the designation of chairpersons to subsidiary bodies. The Council has also discussed ways and means to enhance its interactivity with non-members and to promote its responsiveness to their inputs and contributions.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“I would like to thank you, Sir, for convening this important open debate on the working methods of the Security Council. We commend the Permanent Representative of Portugal, Ambassador Jose Filipe Moraes Cabral, for his dedicated efforts as Chair of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions. We acknowledge the role that the Working Group is playing to advance ways to further enhance the transparency, accountability and overall efficiency of the Council's work. The interest of the entire international community in the matter under consideration is obvious and arises from the functions of the Security Council. In fulfilling its Charter-mandated obligations, the Council acts on behalf of all States Members of the United Nations and therefore should be duly accountable to them.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Any measures undertaken to fight piracy or prevent potential piracy attacks should be in full accordance with the standards and principles of international law, particularly those relating to the sovereignty of the States concerned. The United Nations plays an important coordinating role in mobilizing international support and developing global and regional anti-piracy strategies to help affected States and regions in this area. We look forward to future reports of the Secretary-General on the implementation of the Security Council draft presidential statement to be made on this topic today, including discussion of possible ways to promote international efforts to combat piracy and armed robbery at sea.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“At the same time, while the primary responsibility for eradicating piracy rests with the States concerned, part of dealing successfully with piracy proceeds from a concept of collective commitment to fighting this form of criminality, which affects the interests of the international community as a whole. As a complement to national efforts, international assistance remains crucial in that regard. It is therefore important that the relevant States and regional organizations continue to receive all the necessary support from the international community. Such support should also contribute to the development of early-warning mechanisms for effective and timely information-sharing with States that may potentially be affected by incidents of piracy or armed robbery at sea.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“Pirates are able to operate successfully in environments characterized by political, security, social and economic instability. A sustainable response to piracy therefore requires full and effective control on the part of the Governments concerned over their territories, their social and economic development, their establishment of the rule of law and the implementation of effective measures against impunity. Obviously, most States cannot prevent or effectively manage threats to maritime security in their coastal waters on their own. It is essential that countries in regions affected by piracy continue to emphasize interaction, cooperation and coordination among themselves and with international partners.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“The Security Council has also dealt with the problem, focusing primarily on piracy in Somalia and the Gulf of Guinea. It is encouraging that over the past two years a combination of measures has contributed to a decline in the number of attacks and to a reduction in successful attacks at sea off the coast of Somalia. The problem and capabilities of criminal networks still remain, however, and require constant attention and resolute measures. It is important that efforts be continued to develop and implement appropriate legal frameworks and national maritime security strategies and mechanisms, as well as to strengthen law enforcement and judicial capacity for preventing, combating and suppressing piracy and armed robbery at sea.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“At the outset, Mr. President, I would like to thank you for convening this open debate and for submitting a concept note on the topic (S/2012/814, annex). We are also grateful to the Deputy Secretary-General, Mr. Jan Eliasson, for his briefing. Maritime piracy and armed robbery at sea have risen significantly in recent times, and, along with transnational organized crime, including the trafficking of illicit weapons and drugs, constitute a serious threat to peace, security and the economic development of the countries and regions concerned. We fully support and commend recent efforts and initiatives undertaken at the national, regional and international levels to focus international attention on the problem and to enhance maritime safety and security.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“Constructive interaction between different cultures and religions, including within the framework of such initiatives as the culture of peace and the Alliance of Civilizations, should continue playing a special role in contributing to peace and mutual understanding, and thus to the efficient implementation of counter- terrorism measures.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source