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lines on the record: 90
first: 2001-07-30
most recent: 2004-02-26
sittings or episodes: 16
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“In addition, Japan requests that, as soon as the security situation is ameliorated, a needs assessment be carried out on the ground, primarily by United Nations agencies, for the purpose of responding to the urgent humanitarian situation in Haiti. We further strongly request that the parties to the conflict allow access for the required humanitarian activities and that the other countries concerned exert themselves through a variety of channels to persuade the parties to permit such access. We believe that a peaceful political resolution, achieved through dialogue between the parties, is the best possible strategy. For that purpose, a committed effort on the part of both parties is required. My Government supports the continued efforts made in solidarity by the international community to bring about political stability in Haiti.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“However, due to the deterioration of the security situation as a result of the continuing conflict, there have been unavoidable delays in the implementation of economic assistance, and this has led to a vicious circle in which the further delaying of Haiti's economic development makes it difficult for a democratic political system to take hold. And those sustaining the damage are the general populace, in particular women and children, who are the most vulnerable members of society. My Government hopes that, by bringing the conflict quickly to a halt, the vicious circle can be broken and an environment conducive to cooperation for Haiti's economic development by the international community, including Japan, can be restored at the earliest possible date.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“My Government is gravely concerned about the humanitarian issues in Haiti posed by the continuing conflict and the resulting food shortages and worsening health and education conditions. Halting further deterioration in the humanitarian situation requires an immediate end to the violence. We fear that, should the conflict continue to escalate and should it spread to the capital city of Port-au-Prince, even greater human casualties and property damage will result. Since the restoration of the Aristide presidency in 1994, the Japanese Government has provided in excess of $200 million in economic cooperation with Haiti, the bulk of which has been in the form of grant aid assistance.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“Since the end of last week, those regional organizations, in cooperation with the United States, France and Canada, have sent missions to Haiti to propose a mediated agreement that must be accepted by both the Government and the opposition, and through diplomatic efforts have been working to persuade both parties to accept it. My delegation believes that the elements contained in the Plan of Action provide an important basis for a negotiated settlement and urges both parties to show the utmost flexibility in order to achieve a peaceful political resolution through dialogue. In that connection, we take note of the proposal explained by France earlier this afternoon.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“Mr. President, my delegation welcomes your decision to convene today, at the request of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), an emergency public meeting concerning the situation in Haiti. We believe that this action testifies to the international community's concern over the deterioration of the situation in Haiti and its commitment to achieving a peaceful resolution of the conflict. In addition, since the start of the violence at the beginning of this month, we have been pleased to see that concerned parties, led by CARICOM. and the Organization of American States (OAS), have formulated a Plan Of Action for the restoration of stability in Haiti.”
2004-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4917 (2004) · source
“I wish to reiterate how important it is for the leaders of Timor-Leste to be united in governing their country, for the people of Timor-Leste to participate in nation-building efforts as a matter of their own responsibility, and for the international community to continue to extend its support. The Government of Japan, for its part, will continue to provide appropriate assistance for the consolidation of peace and development in Timor-Leste.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“We expect that the Council will seriously consider the Secretary-General's report in indicating what kinds of tasks should be retained in the extended UNMISET. In support of building a self-sustainable Timor- Leste, Japan has pledged, and has been steadily implementing, assistance of up to $60 million over the three-year period following independence, with a focus on peace-building and reconstruction in three key areas - agriculture, infrastructure, and human resources development. We are pleased to learn that the roads and bridges which the Engineering Group of our Self-Defence Forces has constructed and repaired for UNMISET's activities are benefiting the people of Timor-Leste as well. We believe that such support is in line with the needs of Timor-Leste, as described in the report of the Secretary-General.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“The Secretary-General's report also points out tasks for the extended UNMISET and suggests that there remain a small number of military liaison officers deployed in the border area, a minimum contingent of peacekeeping forces to provide protection for all United Nations personnel, and civilian police advisers to support the development of Timor-Leste's police force. The Japanese Government considers these proposals to be the result of the assessment of the situation in Timor-Leste and to reflect the will of the Government and people of Timor-Leste. We believe that United Nations peacekeeping operations work most effectively when they are in accord with the intentions of the Governments and peoples of the recipient countries, and when they are implemented based on a unified consensus within the international community.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“For that reason, we endorse the report's recommendation that the extended UNMISET should have 58 civilian advisers in all areas of Government administration, including financial management, and in the justice sector. The second point relates to the issue of security and safety in Timor-Leste. Japan believes that we should pay serious attention to the situation in Timor- Leste, described in the report as follows: as there appears to be a lack of confidence among the Timorese public in the security situation after May 2004" (S/2004/117, para. 49).”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“What has been achieved by the international community in Timor-Leste since the start of the United Nations transitional administration there can be regarded as a striking success story, and we therefore welcome the Secretary-General's proposal to extend the mandate of UNMISET for one additional year, in order to consolidate what has been achieved up to this point on as firm a foundation as possible. The Government of Japan would like to make two comments relating to the extension of UNMISET. First, it is of crucial importance for a young country such as Timor-Leste to be provided support in the area of nation-building by civilian experts.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“We also welcome the news that Timor- Leste's relationship with Indonesia has been further strengthened. UNMISET's mandate will conclude this May. We believe, however, that it will continue to be necessary for the international community to extend its support to Timor-Leste, as the Secretary-General's report points out, in such areas as public administration, the judiciary, and national security and stability. My Government recognizes the consolidation and building of peace as one of the major challenges faced by the international community, and we believe it is crucially important for the United Nations and the international community to make certain that those valuable incipient achievements in the areas of peace, the rule of law, respect for human rights, and development take root and endure.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to thank you for having convened this open meeting of the Security Council, which provides us with a very good opportunity for an exchange of views on the future of Timor-Leste and the role of the United Nations. I would like also to thank Mr. Guehenno, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for his comprehensive briefing, and to take this opportunity to welcome Mr. Ramos-Horta, Foreign Minister of Timor Leste. The Government of Japan welcomes the fact that, since the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) initiated its activities, much has been accomplished in the areas of public administration, serious crimes, and internal and external security matters, including progress on border- control issues.”
2004-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4913 (2004) · source
“We are carefully watching developments in relation to Kosovo, including this direct dialogue, and, in cooperation with the international community, intend to maintain our commitment to achieving the stability and prosperity of the South-Eastern European region, in the recognition that the stabilization of the situation in Kosovo is essential for that goal.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Holkeri for his strenuous efforts to initiate the dialogue. The Japanese Government considers that the Kosovo issue should be resolved based on resolution 1244 (1999) and the standards before status policy, and urges all the parties concerned to adopt a cautious and restrained attitude. Regarding the standards before status policy as the only tangible method for resolving the Kosovo issue, my Government has in the past provided humanitarian and reconstruction assistance, amounting to approximately $187 million, in a variety of areas, including refugee returns, housing and electricity.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open Security Council meeting concerning the situation in Kosovo. I thank Mr. Harri Holkeri, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his comprehensive briefing. First, Japan welcomes the direct dialogue that began among the representatives of the Government of the Republic of Serbia and of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the authority in Kosovo on 14 October in Vienna. We believe that the dialogue is the outcome of sincere efforts by the parties concerned and is an important step towards resolution of the Kosovo issue. We strongly hope that confidence between the parties will be built through continued dialogue, leading to a concrete agreement on the various issues Kosovo is facing. We also express our deep respect and thanks to Mr.”
2003-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4853 (2003) · source
“Discussions aimed at taking substantive action followed, based on that document, and a joint action plan was also formulated, which includes concrete measures to be taken in order to enhance security in the region. On the basis of that plan, my Government intends to support promotion of the collection of small arms and light weapons in Bougainville. In addition, we are now considering extending specific assistance to Bougainville in the areas of education, health, medical services and infrastructure for the purposes of improving education and human resources development, stabilizing the life of Bougainvilleans and strengthening their economy. The Japanese Government continues to pay close attention to developments related to peace in Bougainville and reiterates its readiness to extend assistance that it deems appropriate.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“Japan expresses its great appreciation for the activities of the PMG and pays tribute to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Vanuatu, which participated in this operation. We hope that the Bougainville Transition Team, which has succeeded the PMG, will contribute actively to further promoting the peace process. During the third Japan-Pacific Islands Forum summit meeting, hosted by my Government in Okinawa in May, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, Sir Michael Somare, the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, and other leaders participating in the meeting set enhanced security in the Pacific region as one of the priority policy targets in the document adopted by the leaders entitled the Okinawa Initiative.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“We sincerely hope that this process will proceed smoothly, so that an election to establish an autonomous Bougainville Government may take place as soon as possible, hopefully some time next year. We also expect that UNPOB will make every effort to support this process as fully as possible until the conclusion of its mandate at the end of this year The Peace Monitoring Group (PMG), which completed its activities in June, played a major role in realizing the completion of stage II of the weapons disposal plan. Following its establishment in 1998, the Group also made a significant contribution by assisting in the conclusion of the Bougainville Peace Agreement, monitoring the peace and advancing the peace process.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank both Ambassador Sinclair and Ambassador Aisi for having given us a comprehensive briefing on the current situation in Bougainville. I would like to welcome the report submitted by the United Nations Political Office in Bougainville (UNPOB) to the Government of Papua New Guinea on 29 July, which confirms the completion of stage II of the weapons disposal plan in Bougainville. The completion of stage II is indeed a demonstration of the commitment of the concerned parties to the attainment of peace, in particular on the part of the people of Bougainville and of the Papua New Guinea Government. This achievement is all the more important as it opens a new stage in the peace process and accelerates the progress towards the establishment of autonomy in Bougainville.”
2003-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4805 (2003) · source
“I have to stress that international terrorism is by no means a product born of a clash between civilizations; it is always a barbarous assault on the civilized world, born out of cynicism, nihilism and anarchism. Terrorism threatens world stability and the lives of people everywhere. Those who feel sympathetic towards extremist terrorist groups should realize that terrorism is antithetical to the values we all share. In disseminating this truth, I believe we can contribute to overcoming vulnerability to terrorism.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source
“The special meeting of the CTC held last month provided an excellent opportunity to share information regarding the standards, codes and best practices of relevant international organizations. As a contracting party to all 12 counter-terrorism conventions, Japan is prepared to provide information and assistance in solving problems, including legal issues, based on its own experience with respect to the conclusion of those conventions. Thirdly, we must strive to overcome vulnerability to terrorist activities. Naturally, terrorists go after soft targets, which means that it is becoming all the more important to improve domestic security measures. The CTC must remain focused on capacity-building efforts by countries, and the donor community should strengthen its support for the activities of the CTC.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source
“I would also like to point out, however, that the information included in the consolidated list of the 1267 Committee needs to be further enriched, so as to enable Member States to better identify suspicious assets and accounts. Secondly, we must deny safe haven to terrorists. Preventing and combating terrorism require that the international community act in concert and implement measures in a unified manner. The counter-terrorism conventions and protocols are playing an essential role towards that end. We appreciate the efforts of the CTC to encourage Member States to accede to those conventions and protocols and would like to urge that the expertise of the relevant international organizations also be mobilized to facilitate that goal.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source
“That is to say, we must take strict measures to cut off sources of funding and to stem the flow of weapons to terrorists. In particular, in the light of their huge destructive potential, strict non-proliferation measures are crucial to prevent weapons of mass destruction from falling into the hands of terrorists. We call upon the CTC, in cooperation with relevant international organizations, to give due attention to this area. Strengthening coordination between the CTC and the Security Council committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) is also important. The latter committee, under the leadership of its Chairman, Ambassador Juan Gabriel Valdes of Chile, has achieved considerable progress in this regard.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Mr. President, I thank you for convening this meeting. At the outset, I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the outgoing chairman of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), Ambassador Jeremy Greenstock, and his staff, for their excellent work since the Committee's inception. The international community owes him a debt of gratitude for his dedicated leadership in the fight against terrorism since the attacks of 11 September 2001. At the same time, I am pleased to congratulate the new Chairman, Ambassador Arias, and to express my confidence that, under his guidance, the CTC will continue to work effectively in combating terrorism. Japan continues to stress the importance of the following three elements in the fight against terrorism. First, we must deny potential terrorists the means of engaging in terrorist activities.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source
“President, that my Government remains committed to the peace implementation process in Kosovo. It does so in the belief that the stability and prosperity of Kosovo are also vitally important to South-East Europe as a whole.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Hereafter, we intend to focus on projects that facilitate confidence-building and cooperation among the different communities. Specifically, we will pursue possibilities to contribute to small-arms control and human-resources development projects. Finally, let me take this opportunity to refer to the issue of Security Council missions. The Council has decided to send a third mission to Kosovo. My delegation recognizes that while such missions can play an important role in determining how the United Nations should be engaged in efforts to settle a regional conflict, it is important that their cost, and the criteria for deciding when and where to dispatch them, as well as their composition, be discussed in a transparent manner. In closing, let me assure you, Mr.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Dismantling the parallel structure in Mitrovica will be a key to this endeavour. Secondly, the construction of a democratic and multi-ethnic society will depend upon the expeditious return of the refugees and internally displaced persons who were forced out of the area by the conflict. From this viewpoint, we welcome the establishment of a task force on the return of refugees and internally displaced persons, and we support UNMIK's policy of organized, sustainable returns based on respect for the rights of individuals. In addition, it is also important that the international community extend assistance for ethnic reconciliation. My Government has contributed almost $100 million for various reconstruction-assistance programmes in Kosovo.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“We believe the elections represent an important step toward realizing a democratic and multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. Unlike the elections in 2000, there was no Kosovo-wide boycott, although the low turnout among Serbs and the boycott in Mitrovica were disappointing. We call upon all the elected members of the municipal assemblies to work together to develop democratic local governments. The international community must build upon the outcome of the municipal elections and continue its efforts for the construction of a democratic and multi- ethnic society throughout Kosovo. For this purpose, United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the elected leaders should all cooperate to achieve decentralization, as the Special Representative, Michael Steiner, has urged them to do.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“I would like to thank you for convening this open meeting of the Security Council on the situation in Kosovo. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno for his timely report. Today, I shall focus my comments on the recent municipal elections and various related issues. The municipal elections on 26 October were the first to be held since the Provisional Institutions of Self- Government were established. Recognizing the great significance of the elections for the peace process, the Japanese Government dispatched an elections expert to the Kosovo Mission of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), which organized the elections. Japan welcomes the fact that, in general, the elections were conducted in a free and fair manner, with the participation of all ethnic groups.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“There will be no stability and prosperity in the world in the twenty-first century unless the problems of Africa are resolved. In the recognition that these problems pose tremendous challenges not only to the region itself but also to the international community as a whole, my Government has designated the period leading up to the Third Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD III), to be held next October, as the "Year for Soaring Cooperation with Africa." It is our sincere hope that other Member States will join in making this aspiration a reality.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source
“At the same time, the Japanese Government would like to encourage all countries in Central Africa to continue to fully cooperate with the United Nations offices and organs located in the subregion, such as the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC), the United Nations Mission in Angola (UNMA), the United Nations Office in Burundi (UNOB) and the United Nations Peace-Building Support Office in the Central African Republic (BONUCA), as well as the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General for the Great Lakes Region. Their cooperation is essential in consolidating the recent, still fragile, progress that has been made in the peace process in such countries as Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source
“The recommendation on strengthening the relationship between the Council and African regional and subregional organizations, put forward by the Ad Hoc Working Group of the Security Council on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa, chaired by Ambassador Koonjul, should be the starting point.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source
“Towards that end, initiatives at the subregional level are indispensable. From this point of view, we attach great importance to subregional organizations such as the Council for Peace and Security in Central Africa (COPAX), which, in close cooperation with the Peace and Security Council of the African Union, may play an essential role in the prevention and resolution of conflicts. One very positive example of such efforts at the subregional level is the communique recently adopted at the CEMAC Summit regarding the border issue between the Central African Republic and Chad. It is incumbent upon the international community, including the entire United Nations system, to support the initiatives of those organizations.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source
“Thank you, Mr. President, for convening this public meeting of the Security Council on this very important subject. The situation in Central Africa, where many States are suffering the consequences of long years of conflict, is an issue that continues to demand the Council's urgent attention. In addressing the root causes of conflict, my Government has consistently advocated the importance of Africa's own initiatives and self-help efforts or ownership, as well as the partnership between Africa and the international community that supports such African efforts. But because those efforts cannot bear fruit unless there is peace and stability, it is imperative that all parties concerned turn away from conflict and devote their energies to nation-building and development.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630 (2002) · source
“In October we will celebrate the second anniversary of the adoption of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000). My delegation hopes that the entire discussion at today's meeting will prove useful in the ongoing efforts to follow up the resolution and will be fully reflected in the report of the Secretary- General. In closing, let me assure you, Mr. President, of Japan's readiness to contribute to the goals of this important resolution in cooperation with all other interested Member States.”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In addition, an increasing number of Japanese women who are United Nations staff members are working in the civilian components of peacekeeping missions. The Government of Japan will continuously strive to increase the participation of women in peace operations in various areas. Thirdly, given the particular importance of gender mainstreaming in the field, the Japanese Government supported the recommendation of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, which was endorsed by the General Assembly, that "the work of gender focal points should have the proper back-up in the Secretariat". In this context, my delegation hopes that, as stated in General Assembly resolution 56/293 in June this year, the Secretariat will develop and clearly explain a coherent policy on gender mainstreaming in all United Nations peacekeeping activities.”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Moreover, in February, Japan set up the Advisory Council on Assistance to Women in Afghanistan, taking into account the proposals of the Security Council, and is determined to continuously support the tremendous efforts the Afghan women themselves are making to restore peace in their country. Secondly, with the mandates of peacekeeping operations becoming more multidimensional, it is increasingly important that women's views are integrated into their respective activities. I am pleased to note that earlier this year the Japanese Government for the first time dispatched seven women peacekeepers to the United Nations peacekeeping operations in East Timor, where they are now engaged in coordination activities in such areas as communication and translation.”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Allow me to briefly describe the basic views and concrete actions taken by my Government as regards gender mainstreaming in the area of conflicts and peacekeeping. First, I would like to draw special attention to the active role Afghan women are playing the post-conflict reconstruction of their country. As Prime Minister Koizumi stated at the international conference on reconstruction assistance to Afghanistan, held in Tokyo earlier this year, one of the highest priorities of Japan's assistance for Afghanistan's reconstruction is the empowerment of women. Japan has thus sent an expert to the Ministry of Women's Affairs and has extended financial support for the establishment of women's centres in Afghanistan.”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“On the other hand, what is now needed is more detailed information and analysis of concrete examples, as well as recommendations and practical measures. My delegation, therefore, looks forward to the results of the study conducted by Ms. Angela King, Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women. We also look forward to the results of the assessments by the two independent experts appointed by the United Nations Development Fund for Women on the impact of armed conflict on women and the role of women in peace-building, as well as the report of the Secretary-General to be submitted later this year. The conclusions of these studies and reports will be crucial in terms of giving direction and providing concrete methodologies for the steady implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for your initiative in convening this open meeting as a follow-up to Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), entitled "Women and peace and security". With the adoption of Council resolution 1325 (2000) in October 2000 and the subsequent statement by the President of the Security Council in October last year, the linkage between international peace and security and gender issues has been increasingly recognized throughout the international community. Indeed, there is a growing awareness of the negative impact that armed conflict has on women and children in particular and of the importance of women's participation in post-conflict peace processes.”
2002-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4589Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We urge Israel, in particular, to exercise maximum self restraint. This tragic incident underscores the urgent need to push the peace process forward in order to realize the vision of two States living side by side in peace and security, as affirmed by Security Council resolution 1397 (2002). It is essential that the two parties, with the support and assistance of the international community, make every possible effort to achieve this goal. The Government of Japan, for its part, is prepared to play an active role in various aspects of the process, including in the new international task force on Palestinian reform.”
2002-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4588 (2002) · source
“Thank you, Mr. President, for convening this open meeting of the Security Council on the situation in the Middle East. The Government of Japan deplores the Israeli air strike in Gaza City on 23 July, which resulted in many civilian casualties, including children. We express our deep condolences to the bereaved families and heartfelt sympathy to those injured. This latest attack by the Israeli defence forces has intensified hatred among Palestinian people towards Israel and exacerbated an already desperate situation. It is particularly regrettable that this action was undertaken at a time when the international community is making concerted efforts to end violence and bring peace to the region. The Japanese Government again urges both the Israelis and the Palestinians to break the vicious cycle of violence.”
2002-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4588 (2002) · source
“Finally, under this strategy Japan will provide support to reinforce the conflict- prevention and peace-building efforts of African countries themselves. We are confident that our efforts under this new strategy will make a genuine contribution to the stability and development of the region.”
2002-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4577 (2002) · source
“I would like on this occasion to refer to Japan's new strategy regarding Africa, which was recently announced by Prime Minister Koizumi. Under this strategy, entitled "Solidarity between Japan and Africa: concrete actions", Japan over the next five years will extend to low-income countries more than $2 billion in assistance for education. In addition, in cooperation with UNDP, Japan is promoting the development and dissemination of Nerica rice - New Rice for Africa - which is the product of hybridization between African and Asian rice strains. This miracle rice is expected to help solve the problem of food shortages, especially in West Africa. These efforts are based on the concept of human-centred development, which Japan emphasizes in extending assistance.”
2002-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4577 (2002) · source
“Japan has thus decided to extend, through the United Nations Trust Fund for Human Security, assistance in the amount of $3 million to the project for the reintegration of ex-combatants in Sierra Leone that will be implemented by the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This assistance will be used for capacity-building activities and the creation of employment opportunities in that country. Thirdly, I would like to emphasize the importance of a system of justice in post-conflict situations, and I thus express my Government's strong support for the activities of the Special Court in Sierra Leone. To that end, Japan has contributed $500,000. We welcome the recent progress towards establishing the Court.”
2002-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4577 (2002) · source
“Thank you, Madam President, for convening this public meeting of the Security Council. I would like to touch upon three points relating to post-conflict situations, which are especially salient with regard to Sierra Leone and to the Mano River Union. First, in order to ensure the stability of West Africa, every effort should be made to encourage confidence-building among the countries concerned. My delegation notes and welcomes the efforts that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Morocco and other countries are making toward that end. Secondly, the smooth transition from a post- conflict situation to development is also essential for regional stability and will require the support of the international community.”
2002-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4577 (2002) · source
“But even under such circumstances, the international community needs to strengthen its joint efforts to resolve the conflicts that Africa is now facing. The international community must provide proactive and continuous support for the ownership efforts initiated by African countries themselves. At the end of 2003, the Government of Japan expects to convene the third Tokyo International Conference on African Development. Designating the year or so leading up to that event as the Year for Soaring Cooperation with Africa, the Government of Japan will take concrete measures further to enhance Japan's policies towards Africa. In closing, let me express our hope that, under the leadership of Ambassador Koonjul, the Working Group will achieve positive results contributing to the efforts of the international community, including those of Japan.”
2002-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4538 (2002) · source
“My third point concerns the transparency of the Working Group's activities. Although the Group is essentially an informal body, in focusing on measures to deal with a post-conflict situation while a conflict is coming to a resolution, it could benefit from input by non-members of the Security Council that have the experience and ability to play a major role in post- conflict reconstruction and development assistance. In that sense, we consider today's debate quite useful, and we hope that interested non-members of the Security Council will be briefed on its activities, if possible, at each meeting ofthe Group. The international situation continues to be extremely tenuous owing in large part to the political and economic impact of the terrorist attacks in the United States last September.”
2002-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4538 (2002) · source
“In doing so, the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council could together present an entire roadmap for conflict resolution and the achievement of lasting peace. The second point I would like to raise concerns the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD), which was initiated by the African countries themselves. As preconditions for development, NEPAD stresses such aspects as the importance of prevention, management and resolution of conflicts; peace enforcement, peacekeeping and peacemaking; post- conflict reconciliation, rehabilitation and reconstruction; and issues relating to small arms and demining. That approach coincides with the comprehensive approach I have just described. I look forward to a constructive dialogue between the Working Group and the Organization of African Unity/ African Union on this issue.”
2002-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4538 (2002) · source
“As referred to in the programme of the Working Group, the Economic and Social Council is now carefully considering the possible establishment of an ad hoc advisory group on emerging conflicts in African countries in order to encourage the international community to extend its support during the transition from peacekeeping to peacemaking. Although the Economic and Social Council has not yet concluded its work, it is important to avoid any duplication of work by the two groups. Thus, if such advisory group is in fact established, it should co-organize meetings with the Working Group and jointly propose ways of bridging the gap between emergency relief activities during a conflict, and reconstruction and development assistance once a conflict has been resolved.”
2002-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4538 (2002) · source