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“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses its grave concern at recent reports of an upsurge of violence in Darfur by all sides and insists that all parties strictly abide by the demands and commitments made in the 8 April 2004 N'Djamena ceasefire agreement, the resolutions of the Council and the Abuja Protocols.”
2005-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5277 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council reiterates its call upon both parties to achieve a full normalization of their relationship including through political dialogue between them for the adoption of further confidence-building measures and to consolidate progress achieved so far." This statement will be issued as a document of Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2005/47. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 6.25 p.m.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5276 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council reaffirms that both parties bear the primary responsibility for the implementation of the Algiers Agreements and the decision of the Eritrea-Ethiopia Boundary Commission. "The Security Council calls upon the Government of Eritrea to immediately reverse its decision and to provide UNMEE with the access, the assistance, support and protection required for the performance of its duties. It also calls on both parties to cooperate fully and expeditiously with UNMEE in the implementation of its mandate. "The Security Council also calls on both parties to show maximum restraint and to refrain from any threat of use of force against each other.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5276 (2005) · source
“"Recalling all previous resolutions and statements of its President regarding the situation between Ethiopia and Eritrea, the Security Council emphasizes that the aforementioned decision of the Government of Eritrea gravely contravenes the Council's call in resolution 1312 (2000) on the parties to provide UNMEE with the access, assistance, support and protection as the Agreement on Cessation of Hostilities signed in Algiers on 18 June 2000 between the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Government of the State of Eritrea (S/2000/601). "The Security Council further underlines the need for implementation of the decision of the Eritrea-Ethiopia Boundary Commission without further delay, which will enable UNMEE to fulfil its mandate.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5276 (2005) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. After consultations among the members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses its grave concern at the decision of the Government of Eritrea to restrict all types of United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE) helicopter flights within Eritrean airspace or coming to Eritrea, effective as of 5 October 2005, which will have serious implications for UNMEE's ability to carry out its mandate and for the safety of its staff.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5276 (2005) · source
“It recalls its adherence to respect for the sovereignty of all States and underlines that any recourse to the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity of a State is contrary to the purposes and principles set out in the Charter of the United Nations." (spoke in English) This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2005/46. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.10 p.m.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“"Moreover, the Security Council notes with concern the incursion of members of the Lord's Resistance Army into the Democratic Republic of the Congo and welcomes the intention of the Congolese Armed Forces to disarm this group in cooperation with MONUC and in accordance with its mandate as set out in resolution 1565 (2004). "Further, the Security Council calls upon all armed groups in the Great Lakes region of Africa to act without delay to lay down their arms and join the processes of political transition under way in the region. "The Security Council calls upon the States of the region to deepen their cooperation with a view to putting an end to the activities of illegal armed groups.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council welcomes the steps taken by the Government of Rwanda, with the support of the international community, to peacefully repatriate FDLR members returning to Rwanda, in accordance with the applicable norms of international law and with respect for the rights and freedoms of the human person. The Council encourages the Government of Rwanda to continue to give the widest publicity to its commitments. "The Security Council demands the full cooperation of FDLR with the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda in Arusha, particularly with regard to the arrest and transfer of indictees who remain at large.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council recognizes the attached decision, taken on 16 September 2005 by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi, acting within the framework of the Tripartite Plus One Commission, to set the deadline of 30 September 2005 for FDLR to disarm or otherwise to face measures intended to compel them to do so. FDLR can no longer remain as an armed group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. "The Security Council demands that FDLR seize this opportunity to proceed voluntarily with their disarmament and return to Rwanda without any delay or preconditions. "The Security Council commends the political and military pressure placed on FDLR by the Congolese Government and MONUC.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: (spoke in French) "The Security Council takes note of the special report of the Secretary-General (S/2005/603) dated 26 September 2005, on the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC). It expresses its concern over the presence of foreign armed groups, which continue to pose a serious threat to stability in the eastern part of the country. "The Security Council deplores in this regard the failure of the Forces democratiques pour la liberation du Rwanda (FDLR) to proceed with the disarmament and repatriation of their combatants, and exhorts them to do so without further delay and in accordance with the declaration that they signed in Rome on 31 March 2005.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“Ileka (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat at the Council table; the representatives of the other aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2005/603, containing the nineteenth report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I should also like to draw the attention of members to document 5/2005/620, which contains a letter dated 3 October 2005 from the Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo addressed to the President of the Security Council.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Uganda in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5275 (2005) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at I p.m.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council further reaffirms the need to combat by all means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts. "The Security Council reiterates its determination to combat all forms of terrorism, in accordance with its responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2005/45. I give the floor to the representative of Indonesia.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council underlines the need to bring the perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these intolerable acts to justice, and urges all States, in accordance with their obligations under international law and resolution 1373 (2001), to cooperate with and provide support and assistance, as appropriate, to the Government of the Republic of Indonesia in this regard. "The Security Council reaffirms that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security, and that any acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation, wherever, whenever and by whomsoever committed.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist bombing that took place in Bali, Indonesia, on 1 October 2005, which has again fallen victim to a heinous act of terrorism. "The Security Council expresses its deepest sympathy and condolences to the victims of these attacks and their families, and to the people and the Government of the Republic of Indonesia.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Indonesia in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Jenie (Indonesia) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“At the outset, I should like, on behalf of the members of the Security Council, to express our deepest sympathy and condolences to the victims of the terrorist attacks that took place in Indonesia on 1 October 2005. Expression of thanks to the retiring President The President: As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of October, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to Mr. Lauro Baja Jr., Permanent Representative of the Philippines to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of September 2005. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Baja for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2005-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5274 (2005) · source
“My delegation is prepared to further pursue the examination of the full range of implications deriving from the important document now in our hands. In doing that, we feel bound to bear in mind a very precise definition of what the Security Council stands for within the United Nations system and of its responsibilities and connections with regard to both the oil-for-food programme and the investigation just concluded.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“The findings of the Inquiry Committee signal once again the urgent need for United Nations reform to embrace the need to establish new organizational ethics and standards within the Organization. Although preliminary, the look we are now taking at the report before us conveys a strong argument for keeping up the momentum for United Nations reform, including with respect to the issue of the Organization's internal management. It is true that that is not within the sole purview of the Security Council, and it is up to the United Nations system as a whole to draw upon the findings of the Volcker report. The findings do, however, have evident implications for the future undertakings - both political and operational - of this important body.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“Secondly, the final report indicates that the Organization and the Secretariat "were simply not fit to meet the truly extraordinary challenges presented by the oil-for-food programme or even programmes of much lesser scope". Thirdly, the inquiry has, in our view, held the Organization to very high and egregious standards of accountability. Of course, we cannot settle for anything less for an Organization that is expected to be a beacon of our joint endeavours in the world. We cannot, on the other hand, be unfair and overlook the very complex context in which the reported failures occurred, just as we cannot overlook the unprecedented nature and magnitude of the oil-for-food programme.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“First, as highlighted in the previous interim reports, several key factors combined to produce shortcomings and failures in the management of the oil-for-food programme: the primary role of the former Iraqi regime in turning the programme to its own advantage; the endemic corruption prevailing on the ground; the absence of an adequate checks, controls and auditing mechanism within the United Nations system; individual acts of corruption and malfeasance within the Secretariat; and the imperfections of the Security Council-imposed sanctions, as well as their uneven implementation by Member States. However, we should not overlook the fact that the programme did achieve positive results in a difficult attempt to reconcile and balance tough sanctions with the needed supply of humanitarian goods for the Iraqi people.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“Volcker and his colleagues would ensure the high standards of impartiality, independence and professionalism that one would expect from that truly exceptional inquiry. We have read the executive summary of the massive report and we have noted that the overall investigation has come to "unambiguous conclusions". We cannot be expected, however, to have become fully acquainted with the findings of the final report, the grounds for those findings and, least of all, the entire range of political, legal and organizational implications of those findings. I will therefore make only a couple of preliminary points based on aspects that appear to be manifest already at this early juncture.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“My delegation, too, commends Chairman Volcker and his team for the impressive work carried out in record time to review the management of the oil-for-food programme, the most complex humanitarian programme ever entrusted to and managed by the United Nations. In April 2004, the Council proceeded to adopt resolution 1538 (2004), expressing support for the Secretary-General's initiative to appoint this panel. On the one hand, we were guided at that time by what we perceived to be a common interest of us all: to achieve maximum clarity and to shed light on delegations' concerns related to the management of the oil-for-food programme. On the other hand, we trusted that the outstanding credentials of Mr.”
2005-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5256 (2005) · source
“Romania has invested too much in that direction to settle for anything less, and we trust that all international actors collaborating in the ongoing efforts in Afghanistan share that ambitious objective. Lastly, Sir, permit me to express my delegation's support for the draft presidential statement that you have so kindly submitted.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“Moreover, counter- narcotics efforts at the national level should be accompanied by coordinated action undertaken at the regional and even the international levels, as my delegation has constantly maintained. At present, the Romanian Government is engaged in a process of putting into practice a proposal to support international efforts to combat narco-trafficking through offering alternative livelihoods to Afghans. To conclude, I would like to reiterate Romania's belief that Afghanistan requires a long-term commitment and a comprehensive framework for the international community's engagement. Our ultimate goal should be to secure the achievement of the primary objective that was placed very high within the Bonn process; that of a stable, peaceful and democratic Afghanistan.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“I think it is appropriate at this juncture to pay tribute to the sacrifice made by 17 of their Spanish colleagues serving on the ground in Afghanistan and to convey our most sincere and deepest condolences and sympathy to the Spanish Government and people. Also with regard to the security situation, the launching of the disbandment of illegal armed groups was timely and very much needed to ensure not only more stable conditions in the country, but also more credibility as concerns the elections. Turning now to counter-narcotics efforts, we are supportive of a comprehensive approach that covers the whole range of activities connected to narcotics and takes into account the specific circumstances in Afghanistan. Special emphasis should be placed on creating alternative livelihoods.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“The recent outbreaks of violence, especially in the southern part of the country, are a vivid reminder of the persistence of terrorist threats alongside other challenges to the stability of Afghanistan. The extended presence of international forces remains key to improving security conditions and, thus, to securing the prospects for the successful holding of elections - as well as, beyond that point, to ensuring the sustainability of the peace process. NATO's commitment to continue to expand its presence in the country is, therefore, highly commendable. For its part, Romania is temporarily increasing its military presence in Afghanistan, with 400 additional troops as supplementary assistance in providing security for the elections. This temporary increase will add to the 543 troops already in ISAF and Operation Enduring Freedom.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“We are of the view that the United Nations should continue to play a central role in coordinating the efforts of the international community in Afghanistan, building upon the remarkable work already performed by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General. Turning now to the current developments in Afghanistan, we consider the forthcoming parliamentary elections to be a major priority. We are very much encouraged that preparations are on track. No effort should be spared to ensure the successful holding of elections. The electoral process has to take place in a safe and stable environment.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“Undoubtedly, Afghanistan will continue to need the support of the international community. As the Secretary-General rightly pointed out in his report, security, effective institutions and development will continue to require time and concerted efforts beyond the completion of the Bonn process. It is in this context that Romania supports the Secretary-General's intention to launch a process of consultations on the post-electoral agenda. We look forward to participating in upcoming discussions on the future role of the United Nations in Afghanistan.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“I also thank the Secretary-General for his latest report on the question (S/2005/525). I shall be brief, since Romania, as an acceding country, aligns itself fully with the statement just made by Ambassador Jones Parry on behalf of the European Union. Remarkable progress has been achieved so far in the implementation of the Bonn process. This would not have been possible without the resilience and determination of the Afghan people, and without the partnership between the Government of Afghanistan and the international community. As the Bonn process is due to be completed with the holding of parliamentary elections in September, now is the right time to take stock of what has been accomplished so far and define the future steps that will consolidate progress made to date and make it irreversible.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“I wish first to welcome Japan's initiative to convene this timely debate on the situation in Afghanistan. More generally, Japan is to be congratulated on its significant contribution to the overall international efforts aimed at establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan, and in particular on its notable performance as the lead nation in the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme. Special acknowledgement and credit are also due for the leadership assumed by the Japanese delegation here in New York in coordinating the Security Council's initiatives and action on the Afghan question. I would like also to join other members of the Council in thanking Special Representative Jean Arnault for the comprehensive briefing he provided today and for the substantial activity that was behind that briefing.”
2005-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5249 (2005) · source
“We call upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully in that process and, inter alia, to support the activity of the independent international investigation commission looking into the assassination of former Prime Minister Hariri.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“The final goal should be the resumption of peace talks in order to reach, through negotiations and in accordance with the provisions of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council, a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the conflict in the Middle East. Romania is actively involved in the pursuit of that agenda for peace, as shown by the outcomes of the recent visit Foreign Minister Ungureanu made to Israel and the Palestinian territories. Concerning other developments in the region, namely in Lebanon, the full implementation of resolution 1559 (2004) is a prerequisite for enabling Lebanon to fulfil its longstanding aspiration to full political independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Its successful implementation will provide a good opportunity to ease the burden of unsettled issues in the Israeli-Palestinian dispute and therefore serve the general purpose of advancing towards peace. For that to happen, the parties concerned must cooperate and coordinate closely before, during and after the disengagement, especially with the aim of creating the conditions necessary for post-withdrawal economic recovery in Gaza. Dialogue is the essential ingredient in reaching any political objective. We encourage leaders on both sides to continue to pursue their contacts and broaden the agenda of the meetings taking place at various levels.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Correspondingly, Israel must cease its settlement activities, which are contrary to its obligations under the road map, and avoid taking measures that could prejudge the final result of negotiations, especially with regard to territorial issues, including those in connection with Jerusalem. From that point of view, the construction of the barrier remains of great concern. While undoubtedly playing an effective role in protecting Israeli land and nationals, the erection of the barrier inside the Palestinian territories cannot be regarded as being in compliance with the relevant provisions of international law. The Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and parts of the West Bank, which will start soon, is a courageous move and we once again commend the Israeli leadership for its resolve in overcoming all obstacles to that plan.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Sadly, over the past weeks, acts of violence between Israelis and Palestinians have once again multiplied and escalated. People have died and suffered on both sides. Terror has struck again and claimed innocent lives. Israelis and Palestinians should spare no effort in advancing together towards the realization of the two-State vision. That can be achieved only if the parties proceed without delay to the full implementation of their obligations under the road map. Taking effective action against terrorism and dismantling the associated infrastructure should be top priorities for the Palestinians. To that end, they must pursue and accelerate the reform of their security services, taking full advantage of assistance provided by the international community.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Allow me to say first that, as an acceding country to the European Union, Romania aligns itself with the statement to be made shortly on behalf of the Union by the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom. My remarks will therefore be brief. Before anything else, I wish to join other speakers in welcoming the presence of Ambassador Alvaro de Soto in the Council for the first time since his assumption of his new assignment as United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process. Being well aware of his vast experience, my delegation is fully confident in Ambassador De Soto's ability to successfully discharge the new important and challenging mandate entrusted to him. We extend our gratitude for the comprehensive and in-depth presentation he has just offered to the Council.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“The committees cannot perform their mandates properly if national reporting requirements are not adequately met. Without information, the Council cannot assess what has been done so far in terms of implementation and what additional measures are needed to improve our common defences against terrorism. In a final reference to the work I am directly responsible for, let me say that the figure 15-40 is a tennis score that indicates a situation on the edge for the side that is serving. The international community is now facing a similarly worrying situation in the face of increasing terrorism and greater possibilities for the illegitimate proliferation of WMDs. It has therefore to serve hard and to serve effectively in order to take the game.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“Establishment of a unified database would help the committees accomplish their monitoring mandates, and it would also help Member States to pursue effectively the implementation of Security Council resolutions while avoiding duplication and overlap. It could also help address the issue of reporting fatigue, which has been raised for some time in our debates. Transparency has to remain a hallmark of our work. But it should work both ways. The Security Council and its committees have to inform the general membership regularly on progress achieved and on shortcomings identified in their work. For their part, Member States should provide the Security Council with comprehensive information and feedback on their implementation efforts.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“The Security Council itself and, in particular, its anti-terrorism community will have a good opportunity, on the occasion of the upcoming high- level meeting of the Secretary-General with heads of regional partner organizations, to pass on a strong message on the need for mutual engagement against global terrorism and the proliferation of WMDs. Beyond their differing mandates, the three committees share common concerns, challenges and strengths. It is therefore necessary to ensure that their work is guided towards ensuring a coherent effort by the Council and is translated into a joint pool of expertise and knowledge.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“Let me take this opportunity to commend the various branches of the Secretariat, in particular those within the Department of Political Affairs and the Department for Disarmament Affairs, that are providing valuable support to the work of the three Committees. We hope that the Secretariat will continue its valuable efforts to support work in the field of anti- terrorism with the sense of urgency and priority that this threat is constantly bringing home to our constituencies. The groups of experts that are assisting the three Committees in their activities are doing a fine job, and this is a good occasion for us to commend them for their professionalism and dedication to the cause. National and global anti-terrorism preparedness cannot substitute for action at the regional and subregional levels.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“Romania, along with Member States from all regions of the globe, fully supports Oslo's bold and timely initiative. The anti-terrorism effort must be a comprehensive, system-wide undertaking on the part of the United Nations system as a whole. It cannot be fully sustained only by action taken at the Security Council level. The recent measures taken by the Secretary-General to set up a counter-terrorism interdepartmental task force within the Secretariat sets a good example in terms of fostering greater synergy and coordination among the many valuable contributions each sector is making in the global fight against the ominous threats of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“My delegation supports a continuing review of the performance of the subsidiary bodies established by the Council to address the scourge of terrorism, as well as an early process of reflection on how the respective regimes put in place in recent years could be further improved and consolidated, in the light not only of lessons learned but of the continuous escalation of terrorist activities around the world. Romania hopes that renewed political guidance in this field will be given at the highest levels by our leaders when they gather in New York in September. In that regard, we welcome the recent proposals made by Norway aimed at providing more substantial content with respect to the relevant paragraphs of the draft outcome document for the summit.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“Many States require, for what is assuredly the long haul, technical assistance for capacity-building in this area involving significant changes in domestic threat perception, security strategies, legislation and enforcement. We must work relentlessly so that the Security Council can improve its capacity to facilitate such assistance and, where appropriate, develop its own set of tools in this field. Many valuable ideas along those lines were recently put forward at the annual informal retreat of members of the Security Council with the Secretary-General.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“The fact that there seems to be increasing interaction among terrorists is a solid additional reason for us to increasingly join forces and to pool all of the resources that those who support freedom and safety for everyone are able to muster. Action at the global level, including that of the three subsidiary bodies of the Security Council - the "borderless committees" - is extremely valuable in laying down the broad outlines of a universal shield against terrorism. However, this requires, first and foremost, committed efforts on the part of each State. Every Member of the United Nations should be supported in developing at least minimal defence capacities and adequate response capabilities in the face of terrorist threats. The protection both of States and individuals is, ultimately, a national function and responsibility.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“This is a good opportunity for me to commend not only the dedicated work of my Danish and Argentine peers, who are presiding over the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) and the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), respectively, but also the friendly and collegiate easiness with which we can share at all times our own experiences and evaluations, and envisage ways to further strengthen Security Council action in the area of counter-terrorism and non-proliferation. Recent events have reminded us that terrorism is alive and well and that no one is safe from its ugly spectre; now more than ever we have to ensure that terrorists are denied access to weapons of mass destruction and related materials.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“I should like now to address the Council in my national capacity. First, Romania fully supports the European Union statement, to be delivered later by our colleague, Sir Emyr Jones Parry. In addition, I wish to make the following specific brief comments. Romania welcomes the emerging practice whereby the Council hears regular briefings by its three counter-terrorism Committees. As the Council is thus resolutely pursuing, in a synergetic manner, its endeavours against terrorism, the three Committees and their Chairpersons are increasingly reaching out to each other, as set out in resolution 1566 (2004).”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“I will make full use of those opportunities to address, in particular, the issues of further reporting and assistance. As I did last April, I now call on all Member States to designate contact points for resolution 1540 (2004) both in New York and in their capitals and to make direct contact with the Committee's members and its experts on matters related to that resolution. On behalf of the Committee, I look forward to the cooperation of all States as the Committee goes forward with its work in the months ahead.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source
“Transparency will remain a hallmark of the work of the 1540 Committee. The Chairman and the Vice- Chairmen will reach out on a regular basis to United Nations Member States. That will include work with the United Nations media, including through joint briefings with the Chairs of the CTC and the Al-Qaida and Taliban Sanctions Committee. The 1540 Committee will continue to update its dedicated website, as an additional source of information on issues related to resolution 1540 (2004). A separate entry on assistance will soon be added to that website. The Committee will also continue its practice of informing organizations outside the United Nations about our work through attendance at international, regional and subregional meetings and conferences.”
2005-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5229 (2005) · source