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first: 2003-07-29
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“The Committee has continued its practice of discussing and studying issues in informal settings, as that allows members to exchange their views more freely and to meet as frequently as necessary. Such an environment has proven to be more useful to new representatives on the Committee. In several meetings held in June, the Committee discussed an informal document presented by the Chairman on non-mandatory measures contained in resolution 1526 (2004). In that connection, it was recognized that resolution 1526 (2004) introduced a number of measures that, although not mandatory, are important for the implementation of the sanctions regime against Al Qaeda and the Taliban, as they provide ideas as to how States might further enhance their counter-terrorism efforts.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“I shall also explain our plans for continuing and improving our cooperation with Member States in order to further strengthen the sanctions regime. Before I do so I will, however, briefly inform you of the activities of the Committee and its Monitoring Team since I gave my last briefing on 25 May 2004. The legal basis for the Committee's work continues to be Security Council resolution 1526 (2004), which was adopted on 30 January 2004. That resolution not only provides the conceptual framework for the Committee and the Monitoring Team but also addresses the mandatory and other responsibilities of Member States with regard to the sanctions regime imposed against Al Qaeda and the Taliban. Since 25 May, the Committee has held 11 informal meetings.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“The horrific terrorist attacks against innocent children, women and parents in Beslan, Russia and the bombing of the Australian embassy in Jakarta a few days ago are tragic reminders that we need to do a lot more to defeat terrorism. Today, I want to reiterate that terrorism constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security that affect every State. Therefore, we need to consolidate and further enhance the achievements of the United Nations in fighting this scourge. The Al Qaeda and Taliban sanctions Committee is acutely aware of these challenges. As I shall explain in a moment, the Committee is currently considering the first report of its Monitoring Team, which contains recommendations on how to address the constant evolution of the Al Qaeda network.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“First of all, allow me to say how gratified I am to have a Spanish speaker, and yourself in particular, Mr. President, presiding over this meeting of the Council on an issue of the greatest importance for the international community. This is the second of the oral assessments that I present every 120 days to the Council pursuant to resolution 1526 (2004). As you may recall, I concluded my last briefing by noting that terrorism continues to be a global threat that can be addressed only through the concerted efforts of the international community. I also emphasized that this would be a long struggle. Sadly, recent events have again shown us that the fight against terrorism is far from over.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“The preceding will make it possible to conclude the investigations by the end of this year, at the latest, in keeping with the provisions of resolution 1534 (2004). Chile wishes to reiterate its support for the completion strategies of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, endorsed by the Council, to conclude investigations by the end of this year, to conclude judgements by the end of 2008 and to conclude its entire workload by 2010. Finally, we believe that the work of these Tribunals, apart from its own merits, constitutes a forceful warning to violators of human rights, regarding violations that could turn into humanitarian tragedies today or perhaps tomorrow.”
2004-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4999 (2004) · source
“Eric Mose, President of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Genocide and Other Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of Rwanda and Rwanda Citizens Responsible for Genocide and Other Such Violations Committed in the Territory of Neighbouring States, between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994. The briefing gives us an updated and revised version of the Tribunal's completion strategy, in keeping with the provisions of Security Council resolutions 1503 (2003) and 1534 (2004). The delegation of Chile also notes the intention of the Tribunal Prosecutor to focus its efforts on those persons who formerly held leadership positions and who, according to the Prosecutor, bear the greatest responsibility for the crimes committed in 1994.”
2004-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4999 (2004) · source
“The completion strategy requires that the War Crimes Chamber in Bosnia and Herzegovina be established as soon as possible, as envisaged in resolution 1503 (2003). We believe it is crucial to ensure appearance before the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia by Radovan Karadzic, Ratko Mladic and Mr. Ante Gotovina, as called for in Security Council resolutions. We are alarmed that, as the report indicates, it is not very probable that the Tribunal will be able to judge other fugitives or new suspects within the deadline established in the completion strategy. In that connection, a key element is the cooperation of the States of the former Yugoslavia. On the other hand, my delegation appreciates the comprehensive presentation of Mr.”
2004-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4999 (2004) · source
“We welcome the presence in the Council of the Presidents and Prosecutors of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). The report of the President of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, Mr. Theodor Meron, to the Council, which was prepared in accordance with resolution 1534 (2004), contains a detailed account of the progress made in the implementation of the completion strategy. The report indicates progress in the initial judgements and appeals. We agree that this Tribunal, as the report indicates, is sending a strong message of responsibility and accountability to the former Yugoslavia and to the entire international community.”
2004-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4999 (2004) · source
“That work, we all know, is being actively carried out and requires more preventive measures and more concerted action from the Security Council and from all Members of the United Nations.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“It is not just a question of receiving reports - and we hope that we will receive them all, as we must; we also need to continue with our visits and dialogue in the field. Through direct communication, this will help to dispel concerns and deal with problems associated with the implementation of sanctions as well as enable us, often, to receive suggestions which will improve our work. We hope that in the next few months we will be reporting in writing on our work and the work of the Monitoring Team and that, ultimately, the cooperation between Member States and the Committee will continue to improve, since this is what would really make our task and our counter-terrorism efforts easier.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I would like first of all to express my thanks for the expressions of encouragement to me in my work as Chairman of the Security Council's Al Qaeda and Taliban sanctions Committee. I would also pay tribute to the tireless work of the other members of the Committee, the Monitoring Team and the Secretariat; without their support, we would be unable to move forward in our work. No specific questions have been asked, but I would like, all the same, to express my thanks for the suggestions offered by various delegations. They will be duly taken into account both by our Committee and by the Monitoring Team. As some delegations have said in acknowledging our work, much still remains to be done, and we are committed to tackling those outstanding challenges.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Member States should also be aware that the Monitoring Team and its coordinator are determined to continue their active dialogue with representatives of States here in New York and in capitals. I should like to take this opportunity, as Chairman of the Al Qaeda and Taliban Sanctions Committee, to appeal to all States to cooperate fully with the Committee and the Monitoring Team and to assist them in the effective discharge of their respective mandates, which is, in the final analysis, for our common benefit and good.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“In addition, the United Nations is best suited to require States to take action and can institute measures to prevent the spread and occurrence of terrorism through binding Security Council resolutions and sanctions measures. Finally, the United Nations has an indispensable role in ensuring that the vigour with which States pursue various counter-terrorism efforts does not infringe on human rights, the rule of law and related tenets of democratic governance. I want to assure the Council that, in my capacity as Chairman of the Al Qaeda and Taliban Sanctions Committee, I will encourage and lead the Committee to consolidate and further enhance the achievements of the United Nations in the fight against terrorism.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“(S/PV.46]8, 19-3) If the United Nations wants to achieve tangible progress in any area I have mentioned, the fight against terrorism must remain a priority. The prevention of terrorist attacks requires extensive and effective international cooperation and, as such, the United Nations is the only Organization that is equipped to marshal the necessary level of commitment to address this threat, which, given the global network of Al Qaeda, reaches almost every corner of the world. The United Nations provides a forum in which international standards are articulated and adopted, not only by one State or a few, but by all, and the United Nations serves as an impartial venue within which varying perspectives and concerns may be voiced and considered.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Finally, I want to echo what members of the Committee have stressed: that the submission of reports on implementation is not an end in itself, but a method for enabling the Committee to determine where and how it can assist States in their implementation efforts, which are essential to achieving progress in the fight against terrorism. I would like to conclude my statement by referring to the statement made some time ago by the Secretary-General, in which he said that "Terrorism is a global threat with global effects. Its methods are murder and mayhem, but its consequences affect every aspect of the United Nations agenda - from development to peace, to human rights and the rule of law".”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Some member States gave the impression that they saw the reporting process as a one-way street. The lack of understanding as to how their reports were useful to the Committee appears to have resulted in their having little incentive to provide further assistance or information. Also, it seems that the reporting culture of many member States is not completely in tune with the reporting needs of the Committee to assess the implementation of the sanctions measures. In general, the reporting style of many member States merely records what has been done politically, rather than offering any analysis of the practicality and effectiveness of the measures on the ground. I want to believe that greater dialogue between member States and the Committee, as requested under paragraph 11 of resolution 1526 (2004), will address this issue.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I agree that greater coordination over the timing and nature of the two sets of reporting requirements would contribute to a more effective response. The Monitoring Team also found a lack of supervisory and coordination mechanisms at the national level, including, in some cases, between a Member State's mission in New York and the agencies responsible for counter-terrorism in its capital. Some Member States also quoted delays in governmental processes and a lack of information exchange between ministries and departments. Other Member States took the view that the Al Qaeda issue was not of direct concern to their country and they saw no need to give high priority to the reporting requirement. However, the same member States expressed their total commitment to the fight against Al Qaeda.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“The preliminary conclusions reached in my report of 27 April were also by and large confirmed and I will therefore focus on the additional conclusions reached by the Monitoring Team. It is apparent that several Member States are insufficiently aware of the distinct role of the Committee and lack a clear understanding of the differences between the scope of its work and that of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. As a result, some of them had the impression that, because they had submitted reports as requested to the CTC, they had also satisfied their reporting obligations in relation to the Al Qaeda and Taliban sanctions Committee. As members know, paragraph 15 of resolution 1526 (2004) reiterates the need for close coordination and concrete exchange of information between the Committee and the CTC.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“It should be noted that since I submitted the report on 27 April, three other States submitted their reports. Of the 65 non-reporting Member States, 37 are from Africa, 15 are from Asia/Oceania and 13 are from Latin America and the Caribbean. The Monitoring Team contacted most of the States that did not report through their Missions in New York. There is an indication, from the evidence provided by those Member States, that the lack of a report did not necessarily denote a lack of will to produce one nor, more importantly, a lack of commitment to the international effort against Al Qaeda and the Taliban. The Monitoring Team found much to support its assumption that many non- reporting Member States lacked the capacity or the resources to fulfil their reporting obligations.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“As requested in resolution 1526 (2004), the Committee prepared an analytical summary of those reasons, which was contained in the above- mentioned report. It should be noted that in the period between 12 January 2004, when I last briefed the Council, and the 31 March deadline, the Committee received 30 additional reports from Member States, an increase of more than 30 per cent. The Council will recall that at that time I made several observations about the reasons for non- submission but concluded that the 15 letters did not provide sufficient basis for a proper analysis. The Monitoring Team was therefore requested to contact a number of the non-reporting States to seek further clarification or to provide the Committee with a more in-depth analysis.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Awareness should be raised on the impact of terrorist financing through kidnappings, commercial enterprises used for raising or transmitting funds and other crimes linked to terrorism. Whether or not this Committee can address those issues should be considered. Finally, it was recommended that the Committee should continue to visit selected States. Let me now turn to the analysis of the reasons for not reporting. As the Council will recall, I submitted a report to the Council on 27 April 2004 (S/2004/349), in which I reported that 68 Member States had not submitted reports pursuant to paragraph 6 of resolution 1455 (2003) as of the 31 March 2004 deadline set by resolution 1526 (2004). However, 15 of those States submitted a letter explaining their reasons for non- submission.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Such issues should also be part of the educational system, and the fight against terrorism should address questions such as poverty reduction, employment and education. There continues to be a need for assistance in a number of countries, and the Security Council should work with the new Executive Director of the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate to strengthen CTC capacities in this field. The cooperation between our Committee and the CTC could still improve, especially at the level of experts. States are already working to implement reporting requirements for transborder cash currency transfers, a development that should be encouraged. The system seen in one country that required non-governmental organizations, charities and other organizations to maintain records for six years could also be a model for emulation.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I thank them publicly. The mission brought forward the following recommendations, some of which fall outside of the scope of the Committee. For example, a system of consultations between Member States submitting names for inclusion on the Committee's list should be encouraged. It was also suggested that the Committee should encourage wider use of pre-notifications. Cooperation between States should be furthered and the level of information-sharing increased. It should also be considered whether the Committee and its Monitoring Team could have a role in advancing information-sharing. There should be continued awareness of avoiding a North-South divide in the fight against terrorism. There is a need for a dialogue between cultures that will further tolerance and mutual understanding.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I consistently referred our interlocutors to the CTC, but at the same time I should note that it was suggested that our Committee could do more in that regard. In sum, I found this mission to be tremendously useful for our future work. The mission was also important in that the countries visited were given an opportunity to discuss their concerns, the problems they might have in the cooperation they get from other countries, their needs for assistance and, fortunately, the chance to relate successes they have had and their recommendations for improvements in the fight against terrorism in general and for the sanctions regime in particular. I should highlight the tremendous help that I had from the delegates, ambassadors and members of the Council, the Secretariat and the Monitoring Team who accompanied me on this mission.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“It was suggested in one country that the Committee could do more in the field of pre- notification, as it was feared that the time gap between the imposition and the implementation of sanctions would allow terrorists to move their assets. Some States are concerned about terrorist propaganda, which is seen by some as being an issue even more important than terrorist financing. That issue may be one that the Council should seek to address. Lastly, and importantly, the question of assistance was raised at several of our meetings. It was made clear to us that developing countries have many priorities besides counter-terrorism, and that certain measures, such as strengthening border control, are tremendously expensive.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Some of the countries visited provided information on how the commercial use of explosives is regulated. An important part of the mission was the discussion of the use of the Committee's list of individuals and entities. I commended a new procedure established by some countries by which consultations are conducted between relevant States prior to the submission of names. I find that this is a procedure that other States could also use, as it will increase the likelihood of the Committee finding merit in the request. I reminded our interlocutors of the importance of including as much information as possible with all submissions, including identification and background information.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“In one country there were even requirements to report the movement of a certain amount of cash within the country. While thresholds and reporting requirements may differ, the establishment of such requirements should be encouraged in all countries. I also discussed the implementation of the arms embargo. I noted that the Committee had found that it had received very little information from those countries, especially considering that several of them provided more information to private sources, such as Jane's, than they did to the Committee. I noted that the Committee had seen trends in the use of commercial enterprises by terrorist organizations for financing and transferring assets, and it is feared that such enterprises may be involved in the arms trade as well.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“That, I found, was of particular importance in those States where it is well known that individuals have been apprehended and sometimes even convicted for their links to Al Qaeda and the Taliban, or where associated organizations, at least some of which must have owned property in the form of homes or offices, had been closed. It would appear to me that more can still be done in terms of the assets freeze and about the fact that the important clarification made in the recent resolution noting that property is also to be considered an asset has yet to be properly implemented. I observed that all four countries have implemented the Security Council's encouragement to Member States in resolution 1526 (2004), paragraph 5, to establish internal reporting requirements and procedures on the transborder movement of currency.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“In one country, those organizations are now required to account for their goals, activities and funding. In another, it was specified that organizations may not receive funds from suspicious or unknown sources. In yet another country, recent legislation obliged all such organizations to maintain records for six years regarding the origin and the destination of their assets. One country has also put in place several measures to correctly identify the sender and the recipient of any money transfer, and the authorities are developing better connections with business enterprises in order to be able to get relevant information in real time. In the countries I visited I asked about the submission of additional names to be included on the Committee's list or the freezing of assets.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“For that reason, during our visits one particular focus was the financial measures of the sanctions regime. In all the countries we visited, I reminded the authorities that the new resolution 1526 (2004) strengthened the regime by clarifying certain elements which had caused irregular implementation by Member States. First, it made clear that "assets" includes property, which would entail Member States' seeking to freeze more than just bank accounts when implementing the sanctions. The resolution also stressed the need to place greater awareness on cash couriers, which have emerged as a new way in which funds are being transferred. It was encouraging to note an improvement in the control over non-governmental organizations and other civil organizations.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“The visits also gave an opportunity to discuss new ways in which terrorist organizations raise funds. Here, a new trend has been detected whereby some terrorist organizations use legitimate or illegitimate commercial means of raising funds and transferring them across borders, such as owning import-export companies. Tracing the money trail in these cases has proved to be a difficult task. There was also a fear that terrorists would increasingly use kidnapping as a way of raising funds. I was informed of a continuing trend of close connections between terrorist organizations and other criminal enterprises such as smuggling networks. Ensuring that Member States can trace money is one of the most effective tools that the Committee has at its disposal.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“It was acknowledged that progress had been made in cooperative relations between African and European countries, especially since the attacks of 11 September and of 11 March. In one country, it was suggested that the Committee should be provided with more sensitive information. In my view, there is a great awareness in most European States that, indeed, some Maghreb countries have very valuable information, while the European region has more resources - a combination which bodes well for even further cooperation. I noted in all countries that it was the firm belief of the Security Council that the fight against terrorism and the protection of human rights could not be separated; indeed, the fight against terrorism cannot be won in the long run without respect for, and adherence to, human rights standards.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Between 1 and 8 May I undertook a mission pursuant to paragraph 10 of resolution 1526 (2004) and visited Algeria, Tunisia, Spain and Senegal. The visits were conducted to engage in a dialogue, to learn from the experiences of the countries visited, to listen to their ideas and problems, and to understand their preoccupations and concerns. In all four countries, I thanked officials for their important contribution and for their efforts in the fight against terrorism, and I noted the importance of cooperation with the Committee and the need for full implementation of the sanctions regime. An issue that we discussed in all countries was the need for cooperation and information-sharing among States.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Although most States appeared to have adequate regulations to deal with the illegal acquisition or retention of both conventional and unconventional arms, many also reported that they had not taken any specific measures to implement the arms embargo or to enact legislation aimed specifically at Al Qaeda and the Taliban. Of the States that provided details of their legislation on arms trafficking, most considered their domestic regimes sufficient to deal with all forms of terrorism. In accordance with paragraph 15 of resolution 1455 (2003), I shall prepare and circulate a comprehensive written briefing to the Security Council of the actions taken by all Member States to implement the measures and an assessment of their effectiveness. Let me refer now to my recent travel in my capacity as Chairman.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Some States went further and required them to abide by the regulations applicable for banks and other financial institutions, such as "know your customer" and filing suspicious-transaction reports. On the travel ban, most States appeared to have integrated the consolidated list into their border-control systems. However, it seems that only a few were able to do this electronically, or in a way which allowed immediate research, regular and timely updating, or the quick and efficient transmission of data. Many reports did not elicit a complete response on the arms embargo.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Few States notified other financial institutions, and even fewer circulated the list to non- financial entities or offices. Most States reported new regulations governing charities, including requirements for licensing or registration, for proper records of all transactions to be kept, and for audited accounts. Some States said that charities were subject to inspection to ensure that assets were being used in accordance with their charters, while others reported that charities were examined only for tax liability. The majority of States did not provide any information on efforts to regulate alternative remittance systems. Those that did said that requirements included licensing or registration.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Some States reported that previous or new money-laundering legislation provided the legal basis for this. Others cited banking regulation laws. In a few cases, it was not clear which law was being applied, although often a ministerial decree would be used. The many references to money-laundering legislation suggest that there may be some confusion between money laundering and terrorist financing. Some States indicated that the sanctions were addressed by newly adopted laws on terrorism that made its financing, actual or attempted, a criminal offence. It appeared that in most States, for the purpose of assets freezing, the consolidated list continued to have a limited distribution, usually being made available only to banks.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Although some States refer to the reports they submitted to the Counter-Terrorism Committee, the information requested is often also lacking in these reports. Regarding legislation, many Member States did not appear to have incorporated the Al Qaeda-Taliban sanctions measures in their domestic legislation or administrative rules, considering their existing laws sufficient to deal with all forms of terrorism. However, this does not always appear to be supported by the facts, especially with regard to the freezing of financial assets and economic resources. Some States argued that they had no need to adopt special laws to implement the measures. Only a few stated their intention to amend their laws. On financial measures, a varied approach was taken to implement the assets freeze.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“The Team is also working to maximize the impact of the list by correcting entries, seeking improvements to the identifiers, encouraging States to contribute names, analysing why States may be reluctant to submit names, and looking at two specific incidents of cross-border funding of Al Qaeda- associated terrorists. Concerning implementation of the sanctions, the following findings represent a preliminary assessment by the Monitoring Team of the 43 reports submitted by Member States pursuant to paragraph 6 of Security Council resolution 1455 (2003) between 30 October 2003 and 27 April 2004. The quality of those reports is uneven. Most do not provide precise details of action taken by Member States to implement the sanctions regime.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“The Team has submitted to the Committee an initial work plan, a short report on the hawala system, an analysis of why certain States did not report as requested by resolution 1455 (2003), and an analysis of the 43 reports received by the Committee since 30 October 2003. It has established regular contact with the CTC and has held informal and formal meetings to discuss visits, reports, work priorities and programmes. The Team intends to continue to develop its relationship with the new Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate (CTED) to ensure minimum overlap and maximum synergy. The Team is currently preparing its first report and an analysis of all reports submitted under resolution 1455 (2003). It is also designing and building a new database that will include information on the implementation of Al Qaeda and Taliban-related sanctions.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“On 26 April the Committee approved a report containing a list of those States that by 31 March 2004 had not submitted reports pursuant to paragraph 6 of resolution 1455 (2003) and an analytical summary of the reasons put forward by States for non-reporting. The report (S/2004/349, annexes I and II) was introduced by the Chairman of the Committee to the Security Council at its informal consultations on 27 April. Although no formal procedure regarding humanitarian exceptions pursuant to resolution 1452 (2002) has been adopted, the Committee considers States' notifications of this nature expeditiously. The Monitoring Team began its work at the beginning of April 2004 and has since established a wide range of contacts, including with representatives from 50 Member States.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Since 1 January 2004, the names of 19 individuals and six entities have been placed on the Committee's list. Members of the Committee fully realize that the list continues to play a crucial role in the implementation of the sanctions measures. The Committee therefore decided to approach all States - as it did in 2002 - with a request seeking their assistance in providing identifying information about the names already on the list and in submitting new names to the list. The Committee has established a list of contact points similar to the list used by the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC). Such a list will allow the Committee secretariat to automatically inform competent officials from Member States about amendments to the list whenever such changes are made.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“At the initiative of some members, the Committee has started discussing a working paper containing definitions of terms used in resolution 1526 (2004) and other relevant resolutions, particularly the definition of the freezing of funds or other financial assets or economic resources, with the purpose of providing more clarity and precision to the Committee regarding the performance of its monitoring functions, as well as to Member States in their implementation efforts. Early in February, the Committee endorsed a programme of work for 2004 and decided upon the main issues to be discussed at its informal meetings. The Committee also approved a very detailed annual report (S/2004/281) containing information about the Committee's activities in 2003.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I and other members of the Committee were very pleased that the briefing was well attended: representatives of 70 States showed their interest in knowing more about the new resolution and the overall work of the Committee. Since 12 January, the Committee has held 12 informal and two formal meetings. The Committee continued its practice of discussing the issues in informal settings, as that allows members of the Committee to exchange their views more openly.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Given the recent occurrence of terrorist incidents worldwide, it is necessary for the Committee to maintain regular communication with Member States and to regularly inform the Security Council about the progress achieved, as well as about current challenges and problems in sanctions implementation. As regards the work of the Committee, on 30 January 2004 the Security Council adopted resolution 1526 (2004), which created the new, more demanding conceptual and substantive framework for the future activities of the Committee. On 18 February - shortly after the adoption of the resolution - I briefed all Member States in greater detail on the most important aspects of the resolution.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“Several positive developments have taken place since my most recent oral report to the Council, in January, including an increase in State compliance, indicated by the submission of 33 additional reports pursuant to paragraph 6 of resolution 1455 (2003), leading to a total of 126 reports submitted by Member States. In addition, the Committee received 15 letters from States explaining their reasons for non-reporting, pursuant to paragraph 23 of resolution 1526 (2004). Despite some advances, terrorism continues to be a serious threat to international peace and security.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“I beg the indulgence of the Council: I will be speaking not in my own language, but in the language of Shakespeare English, for practical reasons related to the preparation of the oral report. (spoke in English) This is the first of the 120-day oral assessments submitted to the Council by the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), as required by resolution 1526 (2004). As stipulated in that resolution, I will inform the Council about the overall work of the Committee and the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, summarize States' progress in implementing the sanctions measures and address communications with States regarding additional requests for information and assistance.”
2004-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4976 (2004) · source
“In favour: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Brazil, Chile, China, France, Germany, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (spoke in Spanish): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1526 (2004). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6.55 p.m.”
2004-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4908 (2004) · source
“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. Members of the Council have before them document S/2004/79, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2004-01-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4908 (2004) · source
“The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1522 (2004). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 3.15pm.”
2004-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4894 (2004) · source