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first: 2010-06-16
most recent: 2012-12-20
sittings or episodes: 5
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“Finally, let me conclude by emphasizing the importance that my country attaches to the efforts aimed at greater coordination and coherence among multiple international actors engaged in peacebuilding processes, including the further clarification of their respective roles and responsibilities. We strongly believe that only through increased collaboration and, in particular, appropriate engagement by international financial institutions, regional and subregional organizations, private-sector and non-traditional donors, can we all maximize output and ensure effective international engagement in post-conflict situations.”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“Croatia believes that the New Deal principles, including national ownership and national responsibility for commitments undertaken and mutual accountability offer useful additional guidance for the Commission's engagement with the countries on its agenda. Croatia strongly believes that rebuilding civilian capacities represents one of the most important fields of assistance to countries emerging from conflict. In that context, we closely follow the civilian capacities initiative and its results. We stand ready to further contribute to the broadening and deepening of the pool of civilian peacebuilding expertise, including through the newly established sharing platform, CAPMATCH.”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“Croatia welcomes a more interactive and dynamic relationship between the Security Council and the PBC. We are encouraged by the recent developments in that regard and we hope that the Council will continue to make clear what advice it needs from the PBC, particularly during mandate discussions. Furthermore, we welcome the possibility of informal interaction between the two bodies, which is a form of interaction we find particularly rewarding. Croatia acknowledges the work of the Group of Seven Plus countries aimed at clearly defining the ways by which the international partners should support their peacebuilding processes.”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“In our view, inclusive country-owned and country-led initiatives, supported by the coherent, coordinated and sustainable engagement of the international community, are vital for States to successfully emerge from conflict. Croatia commends the initial progress made towards the implementation of the seven-point action plan for gender-responsive peacebuilding. We believe that the equal participation of women in political, transitional and peacebuilding processes is of crucial importance for their comprehensive and effective implementation. In that context, we strongly support further efforts aimed at strengthening the position of women in the such processes and at addressing their specific needs as set out in the Secretary-General's 2010 report on women's participation in peacebuilding (S/2010/466).”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“We are particularly encouraged by his recognition of the increased effectiveness of leadership on the ground and the improved functioning of the funding mechanisms in support of peacebuilding efforts. In that context, we also welcome the significant improvements in the completion of integrated strategic frameworks, and follow with interest the development of a new policy on United Nations transitions in the context of mission drawdown and withdrawal. Croatia welcomes the priorities for the upcoming period identified in the report of the Secretary- General, in particular the focus on inclusive peacebuilding processes, institution-building and sustained international engagement.”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his inspiring statement and for the report on peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of conflict that we are discussing today (S/2012/746). I would also like to thank Ambassador Momen for his statement on behalf of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) and for his able stewardship of the Commission in 2012. Croatia aligns itself with the statement previously delivered by the obseraver of the European Union. However, I would briefly like, in my national capacity, to make a few additional comments. Croatia welcomes the progress made in implementing the Agenda for Action outlined in the report of the Secretary-General contained in document S/2009/304, dated 11 June 2009.”
2012-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6897 (2012) · source
“Our common efforts in enabling women and women's civil society organizations to participate in all activities of conflict prevention, peace processes and rebuilding societies is ofthe utmost importance, as their role is vital in fostering sustainable peace and stability. Croatia has stood and stands ready to engage actively with relevant women's civil society organizations and their respective Governments to share with them our positive experiences and practices in conflict, post- conflict and transition, in support of our joint efforts.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“The Lobby is a real-life example of women contributing to their own empowerment and inclusion in peace and security matters and decision-making processes. It is fully supported by Croatia's and other States' highest officials. The honest commitment of Governments to women's civil society organizations is essential, particularly in the context of armed conflict, post-conflict situations, transition periods and the withdrawal of United Nations missions. There must be a commitment to giving proper attention to gender equality issues, with appropriate levels of security and protection and sufficient funding. All such measures involving coordinated efforts of State bodies and women's civil society organizations should also contribute to a safer environment for women's human rights defenders and activists.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“It is therefore essential to encourage and support Governments and civil society organizations to work jointly to create targeted campaigns, seminars, forums and workshops aimed at raising public awareness and knowledge of the importance of the greater participation of women in all activities and decision-making processes related to peace and security. In our view, an indispensable part of the whole process is the development of focused and concrete regional cooperation. An example from our own region of South-East Europe is the Regional Women's Lobby for Peace, Security and Justice in Southeast Europe, established in 2006, which has grown into a respected, internationally recognized, strong lobby group for women.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“However, the existence of laws does not guarantee their exercise in practice, in particular in traditionally conservative societies and cultures. Therefore, the closer cooperation of State bodies with broad layers of society and the more intensive involvement of men in all gender equality promotion activities remain essential. Finally, all such efforts can succeed only with the full and honest cooperation of Government bodies with women's civil society organizations, which is crucial to increasing and improving public awareness. Moreover, empowered women's civil society organizations not only play an important external observer role in State measures, but also can direct State actions according to the real needs of women citizens.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“The implementation of our national action plan for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security is therefore one of our priorities. With regard to enhancing the specific role of women's civil society organizations in situations of armed conflict and peacebuilding, I would like to underline that legislative, judicial and public awareness- raising measures are part of the synergy of the process. In our experience, one of the best ways to bring into focus the specific role of women in the area of peace and security is certainly by strengthening relevant legislative measures and institutional frameworks, particularly in the judiciary and education, together with gender mainstreaming efforts and gender training programmes within State administrative bodies.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“We thank the Indian presidency for holding this debate on the specific role of women's civil society organizations in conflict prevention and conflict resolution and recovery - the first on this particular issue. Croatia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the observer of the European Union. I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. The issue of the overall empowerment of women has a special place in both the internal and external policy of the Government of Croatia. We deem the role of women's civil society organizations to be an indispensable part of those policies. A perception of women as victims often obscures their significant role in conflict prevention, mediation and peacebuilding processes, as well as the significant role ofwomen's civil society organizations worldwide.”
2012-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6877 (2012) · source
“Specific measures in the plan are suitable for implementation in coordination with efforts by civil society and religious organizations engaged in providing humanitarian aid and development assistance.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Croatia's policy in this regard is directed towards the substantial deployment of women in peacekeeping operations, in both the armed forces and police, as their presence reinforces the importance of women's perspective and represents added value for all initiatives aimed at achieving peace. Our national action plan will contribute to the implementation of specific tasks in a more consistent and coordinated manner, setting up measurable appropriate indicators and raising interest in women's participation in issues related to peace and security. Following the completion of the four-year period the plan has been set up for, it will be revised in the light of its performance.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Furthermore, Croatia will remain actively involved in the work of international organizations engaged in the areas covered by the resolutions in question. As a country with authentic experience in the field of conflict prevention and resolution, as well as mediation and peacebuilding, Croatia is actively contributing to the realization of the objective of the resolution during both times of conflict and times of peace. As a way of contributing to international peace and security, Croatia is increasingly taking part in peacekeeping operations, thereby informing our perception of the role of women in preserving peace as special and unique. The lack of women's empowerment poses a major setback to the full achievement of human rights and overall economic and political development and progress.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We urge countries to apply a broad gender-mainstreaming approach across Government, for instance through a system-wide approach that links development, humanitarian and defence issues. All plans should include civil society consultations, as well as monitoring and reporting mechanisms. I am very pleased to say that the Croatian Government has recently adopted its national action plan for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and related resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1889 (2009). The basic objective is to support and monitor their implementation at all levels. At the local level, that can be done through the mitigation of the effects of conflicts and crises and by mainstreaming the gender awareness of our local population, while at the national level it will be set as part of Government programmes.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Gender equality brings new degrees of democratic inclusiveness to peacebuilding, faster and more durable economic growth, and human and social capital recovery. Those opportunities, however, can be enhanced significantly depending on how the international community sets its priorities for recovery and uses its strategies for peacebuilding. Those priorities should consist of specific national and international policies aimed at increasing women's participation in conflict prevention and resolution, mediation, peace negotiations and peacebuilding. The integration of the resolution has to be country-driven, and Member States need to take responsibility for its success by ensuring that it is integrated into national policies.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Furthermore, we encourage strengthening the coordination among United Nations agencies both at Headquarters and in the field, especially in monitoring and reporting on situations where parties to armed conflict engage in rape and other sexual violence as means of war. Although women are widely recognized as effective agents of peace, they still have little access to decision-making positions and peace negotiations. Women in the aftermath of conflict have little or no protection or access to services, justice and economic security, and those are the areas in which women's needs and gaps in response are most evident. Furthermore, the inclusion of women and gender expertise in peacebuilding activities is essential to reconstituting political, legal, cultural and socio- economic and social structures.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We call upon the Security Council to intensify its efforts in the fight against impunity and to provide strong and effective leadership in strengthening the rule of law, with the ultimate aim of eradicating this abhorrent behaviour. The Council should include sexual violence as a priority element in resolutions mandating its sanctions committees, and they should explicitly include sexual violence as a criterion for the designation of political and military leaders for targeted measures. Perpetrators of sexual violence, including commanders who commission or condone the use of sexual violence, should be held accountable.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“While all the resolutions on women and peace and security are equally important, resolution 1325 (2000) serves as an umbrella resolution in addressing women's empowerment, their task as peacebuilders and their fragile position as victims of war. The Republic of Croatia welcomes the latest report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of that resolution (S/2011/598*), the recommendations contained therein and the presidential statement adopted by the Council today (S/PRST/2011/20). Furthermore, Croatia commends the roles of and work done by both the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Wallstrom, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Coomaraswamy.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by extending our congratulations to you, Madam President, and to your delegation on your presidency of the Security Council for the month of October and by assuring you of our full support, as the issue at hand is of vital importance to the Republic of Croatia. Croatia aligns itself with the statement delivered by the delegation of the European Union. I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. The adoption by the Security Council of resolution 1325 (2000) bears testimony to the progress made during the past decade in the area of women and peace and security. That landmark resolution has brought much-needed attention to the question of women's empowerment, which represents a priority for my country.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, we would like to recognize the crucial role of all men and women serving in United Nations peacekeeping missions, and in that regard we condemn all attacks on United Nations peacekeeping personnel. We would like to highlight our belief that safety and security of all United Nations personnel are of paramount importance.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In the conduct of peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts, two additional aspects - cooperation among international agencies and regional and subregional organizations, and the role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts - have to be considered in order to strengthen overall achievements. Croatia believes that these two aspects should be encouraged as much as possible. Finally, allow me to express Croatia's support for the report of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations (A/65/ 19). Even though much still can be done, we believe that the report provides vital input to the membership's continued efforts to implement the United Nations peacekeeping reform agenda, and shapes the future of United Nations peacekeeping. Croatia will continue to contribute to that end.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that respect, Croatia strongly support the implementation of a strategic framework to guide the drafting of comprehensive protection of civilians strategies, particularly a series of protection of civilians training models for military, police and civilian personnel. The Republic of Croatia itself develops civilian and military capabilities focused on training, education and mentoring of the national forces of conflict-affected countries. Those capabilities, properly adapted to concrete missions, contribute to security and stability, especially by providing assistance in the process of establishing self- sustaining national forces and authorities.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This practice accords with the mandates and activities of other stakeholders in charge of peacebuilding, especially the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), and opens the door to further fruitful cooperation among them. In that context, let me express here our hope that the PBC's relevant knowledge and experience of specific issues concerning countries that are on the agendas of both the Security Council and the PBC will find their way into the Council's deliberations. The implementation of protection of civilians mandates continues to be one of the most operationally complex tasks for United Nations peacekeeping. United Nations troops, police and civilians on the ground continue to develop innovative approaches to the protection of civilians.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We believe that cooperation and coordination among the main stakeholders within United Nations and troop- and police-contributing countries need to be strengthened. Peacekeeping operations should be planned with the unambiguous support of a core number of nations willing to provide troops for proposed mission. In that regard, Croatia welcomes the ongoing practice of interaction with the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations, which offers a comprehensive overview on the situation of each operation. Croatia recognizes and supports the Council's intention to further strengthen coherence among peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding in its work, and we particularly welcome the Council's practice of transforming some former peacekeeping missions into integrated peacebuilding missions.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Therefore, peacekeeping has to be considered as a beginning of the peacebuilding process. Such a multidimensional approach needs to be reflected in mission planning processes. A clear political strategy and integrated mission planning are extremely important and should include the provision of a precisely defined mandate with clear and objective benchmarks and goals that reflect the actual situation on the ground and are as depoliticized as possible, as well as a clear exit strategy. In order to ensure that expected gaps are minimized and to increase overall efficiency, we believe that each new mission needs to be tailored to concrete conditions and political realities on the ground.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The concept of peacekeeping cannot be touched upon without mentioning two documents: the Brahimi report (S/2000/809) and the New Horizon initiative. Croatia supports guidelines provided in these documents, especially the premise that conflict cannot be resolved first and foremost by military means, but that we must rather seek to address problems at their root causes. Lasting peace and security can be achieved only through adherence to the three interlinked and firmly grounded basic pillars of security, development and the protection of human rights. Genuine and sustainable peace can be accomplished only through the thorough rebuilding of core national institutions and their functions, as well as their employment on behalf of all social, religious and ethnic groups.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The concepts of peacekeeping and peacebuilding, like the international landscape, are constantly changing, and the role of the United Nations in multidimensional peacekeeping is becoming ever more complex and deeper as it aims at resolving the underlying causes, and not just the symptoms. Over the years Croatia has gained extensive and valuable knowledge and experience with United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts, taking into the account our path from hosting peacekeepers to becoming a strong contributor to numerous peacekeeping operations. In this regard, Croatia is making every effort to use its experience in helping other countries in need to overcome their difficulties. Let me highlight some issues that we feel need further attention.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Let me first express, on behalf of the Croatian Government, our strongest condemnation of the terrorist attack on United Nations premises in Abuja, and extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, the people and Government of Nigeria, and the United Nations as a whole. I would like to thank you, Mr. President, and your team for your successful conduct of the Council's work this month and especially for convening this important debate. My delegation aligns itself with the statement of the European Union. However, allow me to take part in this timely debate by adding a few comments in my national capacity.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Security Council needs to find a way to agree on targeted or other vigorous measures against persistent perpetrators of grave violations against children; otherwise, the United Nations and its Member States will be faced with the same issues year after year. For almost a decade, we have seen the same names on the lists annexed to the Secretary General's reports, and we find the situation unacceptable. Croatia believes that the Security Council can act more systematically and more urgently as a part of its mandate on peace and security, using all of its powers to ensure that there are no more violations against children in armed conflict. Let me assure the Council that the Republic of Croatia remains committed to this important issue.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Croatia strongly believes that child protection concerns should be included in all mission planning processes, as well as in reports to the Council. Building on everything I have mentioned, Croatia urges concerned Member States and non-State actors to address child concerns in peace processes and peace agreements. This will give child-related issues priority within the post-conflict peace consolidation and peacebuilding. As a member of the Security Council, Croatia contributed to previous debates on the same issue with a clear focus on the eradication of these human rights violations.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“These measures can be used efficiently to compel persistent violators listed in the Secretary General's annual reports to finally cease their abhorrent practices. Croatia attaches great importance to paragraph 11 of resolution 1882 (2009) on the inclusion of specific provisions for the protection of children in all relevant United Nations peacekeeping, peacebuilding and political mandates. In order for violations committed against children to be addressed more efficiently, Croatia encourages the Council to call upon parties mentioned in the Secretary-General's report to engage with the United Nations peacekeeping missions. Croatia welcomes the newly implemented child protection policy directive of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“It is important for the Security Council to develop a plan for tracking the progress and implementation of the action plans. It is also important that the concerned Member States allow contact between the United Nations and non-State actors. Croatia encourages the Council to include child recruitment and use, rape and other sexual violence against children in the mandates of the relevant sanctions committees. We would also like to encourage the Council to ensure that the Special Representative is regularly invited to brief the sanctions committees. In the countries where a national justice system is not willing or able to do so, the Security Council should consider referring cases of identified perpetrators to the International Criminal Court.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Croatia further welcomes the progress achieved by several parties to armed conflict in releasing children, addressing impunity for perpetrators of grave violations, and undertaking measures to prevent rape and other forms of sexual violence against children, as indicated in the Secretary- General's report. However, we remain deeply concerned about the lack of compliance by many parties to armed conflict with signed action plans as well as with the conclusions and recommendations of the Council's Working Group. The implementation of concrete time-bound action plans and the adoption of measures against any party that fails to thus comply are crucial for halting child recruitment, killing and maiming, rape and other sexual violence committed against children.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Croatia is pleased to see that, in the annexes of the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/181), the parties to armed conflict that engage in patterns of killing and maiming and or rape and other sexual violence against children, have been listed. In future reports of the Secretary-General, Croatia would like to see strengthened monitoring and reporting mechanism capacities with a view to the implementation of resolution 1882 (2009). Croatia welcomes the report of the Secretary- General and its recommendations, the rigorous implementation of which could greatly alter the lives of these children.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank Mexico's presidency of the Security Council for organizing this open debate and for its dedicated work on the issue of children and armed conflict. Croatia would like to take this opportunity to reaffirm its support for the work of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, and of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict. Croatia aligns itself with the statements delivered by the representative of the European Union and by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends for Children and Armed Conflict. As a non-permanent member of the Security Council in 2008 and 2009, Croatia contributed to the adoption of resolution 1882 (2009).”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source