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lines on the record: 291
first: 2011-03-10
most recent: 2011-12-19
sittings or episodes: 52
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“I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. Gerard Araud, Permanent Representative of France, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of May 2011. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Araud and his team for the great skill with which they conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2011-06-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6545 (2011) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 5.20 p.m.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“"The Security Council underscores the responsibility of the parties to protect civilians, and to respect the UNMIS Chapter VII mandate for protection of civilians under imminent threat of physical violence in Abyei. In this regard, the Council condemns in the strongest terms ongoing threats and intimidation against UNMIS elements. The Council expresses its strong ongoing support for the United Nations Mission in the Sudan, under the able leadership of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Haile Menkerios. "The Security Council will remain seized of this matter and will meet to review the implementation of this statement in the coming days." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2011/l2.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“11-36256 "The Security Council expresses deep concern about tensions in Blue Nile and Southern Kordofan States. The Council calls for discussions about post-CPA political and security arrangements for Blue Nile and Southern Kordofan States to resume immediately and for all parties to refrain from unilateral action pending the outcome of those negotiations. The Council stresses that the CPA structures intended to stabilize the security situation in Blue Nile and Southern Kordofan States, specifically the deployment of joint integrated units, should continue until their expiration on 9 July. The Council calls on both parties to work to reduce tensions and promote calm in this sensitive region. The Council further underscores the need for the parties to respect the mandate of UNMIS.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“"Given the ongoing insecurity in Abyei, the Security Council believes that the security and prosperity of both parties would benefit from a continuing United Nations-mandated presence in Abyei after 9 July, as well as from United Nations assistance for the parties' management of their border after the independence of Southern Sudan. In this context, the Council urges the parties to reach agreement on a continuing United Nations-mandated presence. "The Security Council stresses that both parties will have much to gain if they show restraint and choose the path of dialogue, including ongoing high-level negotiations between the parties and negotiations under the auspices of the AUHIP and its Chair, President Thabo Mbeki, instead of resorting to violence or provocations.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“The Council demands that the Government of the Sudan and the Government of Southern Sudan cooperate fully with the Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of UNMIS and the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel (AUHIP), led by President Thabo Mbeki, to establish immediately a viable security arrangement for Abyei, supported by UNMIS, in which all Sudanese Armed Forces, Sudan People's Liberation Army and allied forces withdraw from the Abyei area. The Council notes that UNMIS remains ready to assist in the implementation of all relevant agreements reached by the parties. The Council underscores that failure by the Government of the Sudan to comply with and to fulfil the CPA jeopardizes the benefits that could flow from such compliance.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“The Council condemns all unilateral actions meant to create facts on the ground that would prejudice the outcome of negotiations. The Council expresses its determination that the future status of Abyei shall be resolved by negotiations between the parties in a manner consistent with the CPA and not by the unilateral actions of either party. "The Security Council reiterates that the continued military operations of the Government 11-36256 of the Sudan and militia activities in Abyei constitute a serious violation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and the Kadugli agreements. The Council demands that the Government of the Sudan withdraw immediately from the Abyei area. The Council further demands the immediate withdrawal of all military elements from Abyei.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“"The Security Council recalls the commitments made by Vice-President Ali Osman Taha and First Vice-President Salva Kiir that both parties shall remove any unconditional claims to Abyei in their draft national constitutions and urges the parties to avoid inflammatory rhetoric, especially from the leadership, which undermines the mutual commitment of the parties to resolve all remaining Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and post-CPA issues peacefully through negotiation. The Council again urges both parties to honour these commitments. "The Security Council expresses grave concern following the reports about the unusual, sudden influx of thousands of Misseriya into Abyei town and its environs, which could force significant changes in the ethnic composition of the area.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“"The Security Council calls on all parties to respect humanitarian principles and allow all humanitarian personnel timely and unfettered access to vulnerable individuals and communities affected by the fighting. The Council further calls for conditions to be created that would allow the prompt and safe return of those displaced from their homes. "The Security Council strongly condemns all attacks against UNMIS, including those of 24 May and 19 May, which are criminal acts against a United Nations mission and its personnel and which threaten to undermine the commitment of the parties to avoid a return to war.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“The Council expresses grave concern about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the area and praises the efforts of the humanitarian community to deliver emergency assistance, including food, health care, shelter and water, to those affected by the conflict, despite continued insecurity in the region and despite severe limitations on access. "The Security Council condemns the fact that two of the three main supply routes from the North to the South have been blocked, and that the Banton Bridge in southern Abyei was destroyed by the Sudanese Armed Forces, which impedes needed trade and makes the return of civilians to Abyei more difficult. The Council calls for immediate measures to restore full access through all routes.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“"The Security Council strongly condemns the Government of the Sudan's taking and continued maintenance of military control over the Abyei area and the resulting displacement of tens of thousands of residents of Abyei. The Council calls on the Sudanese Armed Forces to ensure an immediate halt to all looting, burning and illegal resettlement. The Council stresses that all those responsible for violations of international law, including humanitarian and human rights law, as well as those who ordered those acts, will be held accountable.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Following consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses grave concern about the ongoing violence and rapidly deteriorating situation in Abyei since the Council addressed the issue in its 22 May press statement, in which the Council condemned the attack by Southern forces against a United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS) convoy escorting Sudanese Armed Forces elements of joint integrated units on 19 May in Abyei, and also condemned the escalatory military operations being undertaken by the Sudanese Armed Forces, which have taken control of the area in and around Abyei town.”
2011-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6544 (2011) · source
“The international community must support the country in finding a lasting solution to the crisis and achieving lasting peacebuilding, Of course, the priorities are those that Minister Tshibanda has just shared with us, namely elections, security sector reform, justice, mineral resources, administration and economic reconstruction.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“In that regard, we would like to welcome the recent decision by the United States of America to provide $11 million to support actions to combat the illicit trade in mineral resources in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In conclusion, at a time when we are thinking about the future of MONUSCO, the objective should be to enable the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to regain its authority throughout the country. The future of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a matter for the Congolese people. The quest for peace should be the constant concern for the people, the Government and the international community.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“That is why my delegation would like to endorse the Congolese Stabilization and Reconstruction Plan for Areas Emerging from Armed Conflict, whose interface with the international plan is the International Security and Stabilization Support Strategy. With respect to the issue of mines, Gabon welcomes the convening of the Lusaka Summit at the conclusion of which the countries of the Great Lakes endorsed the guidelines of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development on tracing mineral resources, which is a very important achievement given the link between the financing of armed groups and the illicit exploitation of natural resources.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“To this end, the international community and the United Nations must provide the technical and logistical support necessary for the electoral process. At the conclusion of that process, the setting up of national reconciliation mechanisms and a strengthening of the democratic institutions of the rule of law, health and education, especially for young people, can only contribute to creating a more tranquil political climate. The stabilization of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the conduct of the elections will create an environment conducive to restoring economic and social activity. The macroeconomic initiatives and measures already undertaken by the authorities should be encouraged.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“With regard to justice, we would also like to welcome the commitment of the Congolese authorities to the fight against impunity, as demonstrated by the legal proceedings taken against high-level officers of the armed forces and rebel leaders accused of rape. Beyond that, however, we should continue to support reform and the strengthening of the justice sector. The Congolese situation is also political. It is crucial that the authority and sovereignty of the State be fully restored throughout all of the country's territory. The success of the upcoming general elections will contribute to consolidating the authority and legitimacy of the State. Furthermore, the Congolese political class overall wishes to see these elections take place.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“In this regard, strengthening cooperation among the countries of the subregion and the assistance of the international community are important preconditions for improving dialogue between the Congolese authorities and the various groups within the framework of political dialogue resulting from the Goma agreements of March 2009. Thirdly, improvements to the security situation will not be effective without a genuine plan for disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. We would like to welcome the efforts in this area by the Congolese authorities, who to date have reintegrated around 32,000 ex-combatants in the armed forces and the national police force.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“Strengthening security along the borders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo involves, first, capacity-building for the Congolese security and defence forces. In this respect, Gabon would like the United Nations, as well as other multilateral and bilateral partners, to continue to support the Government in its efforts to reform this sector. We encourage and welcome the steps already taken by the Government to that end. Secondly, improving the security situation will require ongoing involvement of the countries of the Great Lakes region in the search for a joint solution to the crisis.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“The question then arises of the role of the United Nations and, in general, that of the international community in that transfer of responsibility, which will of course not take place without difficulties. Challenges related to the security and political situation and the economic reconstruction of the country will lie at the very heart of this process. With respect to security, we congratulate the Government for the efforts made in this field. However, the situation remains difficult, and the priority should be strengthening security, especially with the approach of elections. Eventually, however, the Democratic Republic of the Congo will require enhanced assistance. The extent of the eastern border makes it very difficult to control the armed groups that operate on either side of it.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the scene of the biggest United Nations peacekeeping operation - the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) - hence our interest in a return to security, peace and stability in that country. The mandate of MONUSCO, which was established in 2010 in cooperation with the Congolese authorities, will come to an end on 30 June. The objective is to gradually transfer to the Congolese authorities the entirety of their sovereign responsibilities. That transfer will of course be supported with all the assistance necessary to enable the country to continue to pursue stabilization, peacebuilding, reconstruction and the resumption of its economic activity.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“We would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his contribution to this debate and to voice to him our support for the United Nations contribution in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I welcome the presence of Mr. Raymond Tshibanda Mulongo, Minister for International and Regional Cooperation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We thank him for the information he has shared with us, and we associate ourselves with his appeal for action based on dialogue and partnership in the Democratic Republic. Finally, I welcome Mr. Tegegnework Gettu of the United Nations Development Programme, Mr. Colin Bruce, and Mr. Pedro Serrano for their participation in this debate.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“Mr. Messone (Gabon) (spoke in French): Towards the end of 2011, important elections - elections that will be decisive for the future of the Democratic Republic of the Congo - will take place. This debate is all the more important as it affords us the opportunity to examine issues of major importance for the future of that country, in particular the State regaining full control of its sovereign functions, the future role of the United Nations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the support it must provide to this electoral process, the measures to strengthen security, and the issue of combating the illicit exploitation of natural resources. My delegation would like to congratulate France and to thank it for having convened this debate.”
2011-05-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6539 (2011) · source
“The resolution also recalls the obligation of Member States to adopt national provisions regarding the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. We therefore welcome the establishment of a group of experts under the Committee, charged with ensuring the implementation of the resolution. We also welcome the strengthening of the objectives of the Committee in the fields of assistance and cooperation. In conclusion, we recall the global nature of counter-terrorism efforts, which require the active participation and cooperation of all States, international and regional organizations and civil society. Gabon will continue to lend its support to Ambassador Puri, Ambassador Wittig and Ambassador Sangqu in the discharge of their respective mandates.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“My country also had the honour of hosting, last June, a workshop for countries of the Central African subregion on the legal provisions applicable to illegal acts committed against the security of maritime navigation and offshore platforms. The conclusions of the workshop have enabled us to raise awareness among the countries of the subregion on the dangers of illegal practices on the high seas and to strengthen their cooperation with a view to putting an end to such practices. As the Chair of subcommittee C, Gabon will continue to support the efforts of the 1373 Committee. With respect to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), my delegation welcomes the adoption on 20 April of resolution 1977 (2011), extending the mandate of the Committee for 10 more years.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“With respect to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter- terrorism, my delegation welcomes the fact that the Committee has, first, improved its methods of work to ensure greater transparency and effectiveness in its work; and secondly, better utilized the tools at its disposal, including preliminary assessments, to better focus on the needs of Member States, country visits, cooperation with regional organizations, and the promotion of codes of conduct. We welcome the organization of regional training workshops as part of an approach that enables us to highlight the specific challenges faced in certain areas of the world.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“I take this opportunity to pay tribute, as other delegations have, to the assistance provided by the Ombudsperson, Ms. Kimberly Prost, in the Committee's consideration of de-listing requests submitted to it. We are also convinced that strengthening cooperation and dialogue between the Committee and Member States will enable us to better grasp the difficulties faced in the implementation of resolution 1267 (1999). Similarly, strengthening cooperation between the United Nations and INTERPOL in the field of exchange of information remains essential.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Turning to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning A1-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, we welcome the first general update of the sanctions list of all individuals and entities suspected of being associated with Al-Qaida and the Taliban. We believe that the various amendments made to the list in 2010 by the Monitoring Team and the substantial information provided on these persons and entities represent significant progress in terms of the fairness and transparency of the sanctions. My delegation urges the Committee to continue its consideration of pending situations, pursuant to paragraph 26 of resolution 1904 (2009), especially those concerning deceased individuals and entities that no longer exist.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“I would also like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the role played by Turkey, Austria and Mexico in leading the work of the Committees in 2010 and 2011. 11-3390] My delegation would like to reaffirm its firm support for the actions undertaken and mechanisms set up under resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004). The struggle against terrorism also requires more sustained international cooperation and the strengthening of the capacities of the States that are least equipped to effectively combat this scourge. Special attention must be paid to the credibility and legitimacy of international counter-terrorism efforts by ensuring full respect for obligations imposed under international, human rights, refugee and international humanitarian law. My delegation would like to make a few comments on these three Committees.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Mr. Messone (Gabon) (spoke in French): While the events of 2 May 2011 marked a very important step in the fight against terrorism, the most recent events in Morocco, which my country firmly condemns, remind us that terrorist groups are resolved to continue their criminal activities. The Security Council must therefore devote greater attention and vigilance to this issue as long as the terrorist threat remains a clear and present danger. The Committees chaired by Ambassador Hardeep Singh Puri, Ambassador Peter Wittig and Ambassador Baso Sangqu show the resolve of the international community in combating this threat. On behalf of my delegation, I would like to thank them for their briefings on the activities of the Committees that they have led since January.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“We urge the Council to spare no effort in determining the facts and identifying those responsible. Crimes of such gravity cannot remain unacknowledged or unpunished. Hence we call on the Council to promote the establishment of an appropriate mechanism for the carrying out of an in-depth, impartial and independent inquiry, with the participation of UNMIK. Lastly, we reaffirm our support for Mr. Zannier and the staff of UNMIK and for all other partners on the ground in the important work that they are doing within the context of resolution 1244 (1999).”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6534 (2011) · source
“We welcome also the improvement in the security situation north of Kosovo despite continuing tensions on some fronts. As the Council is aware, the reconciliation process in Kosovo always comes up against the failure to resolve three major issues, namely, missing persons, the return of refugees, and cultural and religious heritage. As those issues are of pivotal importance, my delegation urges the parties to continue, with United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) facilitation, to address them with a View to achieving a lasting, consensus-based solution. The possibility of establishing a climate of confidence between the parties could be compromised by allegations of inhuman treatment of people and illicit trafficking in human organs in Kosovo.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6534 (2011) · source
“That is why we firmly believe that resolution 1244 (1999) represents the political and legal basis for a negotiated solution to the situation. We welcome the developments in the political situation, including the resumption of direct dialogue between the parties on 8 March in Brussels under the auspices of the European Union (EU). This augurs well for the continuation of talks, given the importance of the matters that were raised on that occasion, namely, the living conditions of the people living in Kosovo and technical subjects related to peace and stability in the region. My country urges the parties to continue to work in that direction and to maintain the political determination necessary to see the negotiations through.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6534 (2011) · source
“Mr. Messone (Gabon) (spoke in French): My delegation would like at the outset to thank Minister Vuk Jeremie for his important statement. We welcome the presence at this meeting of Mr. Enver Hoxhaj, and we thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Zannier, for his introduction of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2011/281). The report notes the positive evolution of the political and security situation since the elections. Unfortunately, this is at odds with the allegations of serious violations of human rights. Gabon, while reiterating its commitment to respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, remains convinced that, as we emphasized during earlier debates, a lasting and peaceful resolution of the situation in Kosovo will require dialogue and consultation among all stakeholders.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6534 (2011) · source
“Malcorra will lead to examine the recommendations contained in the report of the Advisory Group. We are convinced that their conclusions will make it possible to increase the effectiveness of missions on the ground and the possibilities for lasting stability of countries emerging from conflict.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“For its part, the Council has a central role to play given that the mandates of peacekeeping operations increasingly entail consolidation and reconstruction tasks. It is therefore our duty to focus on the structure and new mandates of operations, to ensure that the resources allocated are sufficient for the assigned tasks and to have a bearing on effective implementation in order to fully realize the potential for consolidation and reconstruction in countries emerging from conflict. My delegation would like to underscore the view of the Advisory Group that assistance to a country in the post-conflict period must respect the country's priorities and real needs. That is the basis of ownership and the guarantee of better results on the ground. In conclusion, we welcome the establishment of the team that Ms.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“The partnership between the State receiving assistance and the international community should be carried out under the leadership and governance of the relevant State, even in the absence of national human resources. We welcome what the United Nations has already undertaken in recent years with training programmes for the civilian and military personnel of States in transition, or already in a post-conflict situation, so that such personnel can take on the tasks transferred to them and replace the external staff deployed in the context of such missions. The situations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Timor-Leste and Afghanistan are instructive in that regard. Such capacity-building is crucial to better consolidate the gains of peace and post-conflict stabilization.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“My delegation supports the recommendations of the Secretary-General seeking to establish a reliable and credible partnership between countries in crisis and the international community that takes account of the country's potential, the aspirations and real needs of its people and the leadership of local authorities in order to better direct the aid and the many kinds of support of the international community. It is vital that such a partnership is ultimately based on strong national ownership, in particular in the areas of justice, basic services and the critical functions of the Administration. By receiving international assistance, the State emerging from conflict must regain the exercise of its sovereign prerogatives in those areas.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“On the one hand, the report enables us to highlight the shortfalls in the transition between peacekeeping activities and the restoration of peace. It also enables us to assess peacebuilding experiences in recent years in Afghanistan, Somalia, Burundi, Guinea- Bissau and the Central African Republic in order to draw relevant lessons. Countries emerging from conflict often lack the means needed to establish lasting peace, in particular in areas such as the restoration of a judicial system and administration, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, security sector reform and the re-establishment of economic activity and social services, such as education, health care and so on.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“Mr. Messone (Gabon) (spoke in French): The mobilization and the deployment of civilian expertise in post-conflict situations is one of the priorities of United Nations peacebuilding activity. In May 2008, under the United Kingdom presidency, the Council addressed this issue for the first time (see S/PV.5895). The Council emphasized the need to swiftly deploy civilian expertise in the two years following the end of a conflict. Allow me, too, to thank Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno and Under-Secretary-General Ms. Susana Malcorra for their presentation of the report of the Senior Advisory Group tasked with considering this issue (see S/2011/85). I would also like to thank Ambassador Gasana for his intervention, providing the point of view of the Peacebuilding Commission, to which we give our full support.”
2011-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6533 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, we cannot address the issue of the protection of civilians without linking it to the causes of conflict, which are often connected to issues related to the democratization of States, good governance and the establishment of the rule of law. Prevention of conflict and mediation are the peaceful solutions to which we should accord priority in our actions, so as to create an environment that, in the end, will reduce the risk of armed conflict and its disastrous consequences for civilian populations. Finally, I should like to stress the need to adapt the mandates of peacekeeping operations to the realities on the ground, and, above all, to ensure that commensurate resources are made available for their implementation.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“The implementation of resolution 1973 (2011) shows how difficult it is to carry out humanitarian work at a time when a military operation aimed at protecting civilians is under way. In such a context, it is important that humanitarian actions remain neutral and impartial. As we have highlighted in the course of previous debates on this issue, the protection of civilians requires new approaches that focus on awareness- raising and prevention. It is important to make agreed norms and principles widely known and to ensure that everyone is aware of the consequences of failing to respect such norms and principles.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“I should like also to highlight two key elements, which have already been mentioned by other delegations. First, there is a need to reaffirm the norms of responsibility. It must be reiterated that the protection of civilians in conflict is the responsibility of the States and parties to the conflict, even if other actors are also involved. Law alone cannot put an end to a crisis, make it possible to emerge from such crisis or even ensure the protection of civilians. It is first and foremost our determination to enforce the law that will make a difference. That where our responsibility as members of the Security Council comes in, as was the case recently with respect to Libya and Cote d'Ivoire. The second element is the need to maintain the impartiality and neutrality of humanitarian action.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“We remain concerned at the deterioration of the humanitarian situation, which has an impact on civilians. We remain convinced that the establishment of a ceasefire and the initiation of a concerted political solution are important prerequisites for improving the humanitarian situation and for more effectively protecting civilians on the ground. Recent crises make clear that we must continue to seek effective solutions so as to face the immediate challenges involved in ensuring the security and physical protection of the most vulnerable civilians: the need to ensure that the most vulnerable have access to humanitarian aid, and the need to induce armed groups to spare civilian populations. I should like here to highlight our concern as to the increasing use of explosive munitions in heavily populated areas.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“With respect to the systematic violence carried out against women and girls, we welcome the investigations that are under way in the country, which reflect the determination of MONUSCO and of the Congolese Government to combat impunity. The Ivorian crisis raised legitimate concerns given the heavy price paid by civilians during the post- electoral situation. The implementation by the United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire (UNOCI) of resolution 1975 (2011) made it possible to reduce the scale of the massacres and to avert a widespread civil war. In the case of Libya, beyond Gabon's support for resolution 1973 (2011), we would like to reaffirm that the objective of setting up a no-fly zone in the country was the protection of the civilian population.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“Be it continuing, unpunished violence and sexual abuse, violence related to the exploitation of natural resources or violence resulting from terrorist acts, Gabon has consistently condemned all violence against civilians as well as all acts whose victims are civilians. Such acts must not go unpunished. With respect to the protection of civilians in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, one of the longstanding problems in that respect has been insufficient funding and a lack of means of communication, which has hindered the effectiveness of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) on the ground. We welcome the progress made recently in that area, which has enabled MONUSCO to ensure better protection for vulnerable peoples.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“During the most recent debate on this issue (see S/PV.6427), the Council emphasized the need to strengthen the aspect of the protection of civilians in peacekeeping operations. Today we have an opportunity to deal with the question in a comprehensive manner, focusing on two key aspects: in the framework of peacekeeping operations and in emergency situations. The situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Cote d'Ivoire and in Libya, as well as other crises, has shown that the vulnerability of civilians in crises continues to be marked by violence of increasing intensity as a result of clashes and confrontations between armed groups.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“Mr. Messone (Gabon) (spoke in French): My delegation welcomes this debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, and we thank you, Mr. President, for having convened it. This debate is taking place at a time when the world, in particular Africa and the Middle East, is in a state of upheaval as a result of crises whose humanitarian and human rights consequences are of major concern to the Council. We would like to thank Ms. Valerie Amos, Mr. Alain Le Roy and Mr. Ivan Simonovic' for their respective contributions to our debate. We wish also to express our deep appreciation and full support for the work that they and their teams are carrying out on the ground.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531 (2011) · source
“We call on the political parties and actors to reject division and intolerance so as to construct a common destiny, one that reflects their deepest aspirations in a united resolve to live together with newfound unity. Lastly, I should like to conclude by once again expressing our support for the work of the High Representative and for the recommendations he has made regarding future action.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source
“The international community in its turn must increase the aid it provides to the parties in order to achieve the five objectives pursuant to the Dayton Agreement and the two conditions established by the Peace Implementation Council. Respect by the parties for those requirements will facilitate the transition process whereby the Office of the Special Representative will replace that of the High Representative. Given current conditions, the mandate of the High Representative, which was extended until 31 August 2011, should be further extended. In that respect, we await the conclusions of the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council in July. The building of Bosnia is first and foremost the responsibility of the people of Bosnia.”
2011-05-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6529 (2011) · source