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“Civil society, composed of various non-State actors, has played important roles in supporting conflict prevention, and it therefore has no less an important role to play in peace-building phases in order to make peace sustainable. Many civil society organizations are active in the areas of protecting human rights and international humanitarian law. They have played a key role in the search for justice and in reconstructing judicial powers in post-conflict situations in order to, among other things, impede impunity when there have been mass human rights violations. Other organizations develop important activities in more specific areas, such as those aimed at preventing illicit trade in small arms and light weapons and protecting civilians in armed conflict.”
2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4993 (2004) · source
“Therefore we attach great importance to the topic presented by the Philippines, which emphasizes what occurs in post-conflict situations. The nature of contemporary conflicts, increasingly of intra-State origin, has changed the manner of dealing with them, with regard to both preventing them and resolving them. Post-conflict peace-building requires multidisciplinary approaches in which civil society and non-governmental organizations have an important role to play. As the report of former President Fernando Henrique Cardoso on civil society (A/58/817) has highlighted, "constructively engaging with civil society is a necessity for the United Nations, not an option".”
2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4993 (2004) · source
“Their consequences include not only the obvious military and security dimensions, but also particularly political, economic, social and humanitarian aspects that are essential to ensuring stability and that often not only affect the society directly involved, but also transcend national borders and increasingly assume regional dimensions. The statements we have heard this morning have highlighted the enormous challenge inherent in post- conflict peace-building for affected societies as well as for the regions involved and the international community as a whole, including, of course, the United Nations. That is why, during its Council presidency last January, Chile promoted a debate on post-conflict national reconciliation.”
2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4993 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I wish at the outset to welcome Minister Delia Domingo Albert and the initiative of the Philippines to hold this open debate of the Security Council on the role of civil society in post-conflict peace-building. We also welcome the participation in the debate of Ambassador Marjatta Rasi, President of the Economic and Social Council, Mr. Denis Caillaux, Secretary-General of CARE, and Mr. Ian Martin of the International Center for Transitional Justice. As we know, post-conflict situations are complex.”
2004-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4993 (2004) · source
“However, today, with the adoption of this resolution through the unanimous vote of the members of the Security Council, there is palpable evidence of the existing unity to achieve the best efforts that, we hope, will contribute to establishing a free, prosperous and democratic Iraq at peace with its neighbours and itself.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“Some of those responsibilities have already begun to be fulfilled on the ground through the excellent work of the Special Adviser to the Secretary-General, Mr. Lakhdar Brahimi, and the Director of the Electoral Assistance Division, Ms. Carina Perelli. The United Nations is once again at the focal point of assistance to Iraq, following a period of lack of understanding and division. I would like to conclude by referring to a remarkably important fact - the unity of the Security Council. As the Secretary-General said yesterday in this Chamber, the Iraqi crisis represented for the international system one of the greatest conflicts since the end of the cold war, causing diverging opinions and varying views on how to resolve the problems being analysed.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“We are aware of the limitations of the security situation prevailing on the ground and therefore of the need to authorize, for a limited period and at the request of the sovereign Government of Iraq, the presence of a multinational force, which, with the Iraqi armed forces and security forces, will enable the establishment of a secure and stable environment. Because we believe in the international multilateral system, we have also advocated that the United Nations have, in the resolution, a leadership role in the process of Iraqi political and institutional reconstruction, as well as in other areas as the situation allows. We believe that this resolution establishes with the necessary clarity the central responsibilities that the United Nations will have to assume in Iraq.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“At the same time, we support the institutional timetable, which will enable the holding of free, open and informed elections in order to have a fully legitimate and representative Government. We welcome the incorporation of meaningful reference to international humanitarian law in the resolution, a subject on which my delegation has always insisted. We are satisfied with the agreement achieved to establish a security partnership between the Government of Iraq and the multinational force, with appropriate consultations on sensitive military operations and through which the Iraqi authorities will have effective control over their armed forces and security forces, which was a substantive item of my delegation's position.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“We will have to wait to see how that is translated, in practice, into a sovereign Government that can build a future based on the well-being of its people. Violence will not automatically end in Iraq with this resolution or when the interim Government of Iraq takes power on 30 June. The peace-building process, which will be difficult, will be strengthened by the democratic election of its authorities in January 2005 and the full implementation of the timetable of the political process. In the draft resolution that we have adopted we have tried to reflect as well as possible the full and effective transfer of sovereignty and authority to the interim Government of Iraq.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“My delegation is particularly pleased with the joint work done with the delegations of Brazil and Spain on certain proposed amendments that were jointly formulated and that were included in the text of the resolution. The position of the Government of Chile with respect to the Iraq crisis has been coherent and pragmatic. The primary objective of our action in the Council following the military action has been, first, to help meet the humanitarian assistance needs of the people and, secondly, to put a speedy end to the military occupation and to establish a democratic and representative Government in a climate of stability and security that is conducive to the development and well- being of the Iraqi people. This resolution is the theoretical and normative foundation of a new phase in Iraq.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufloz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): The resolution just adopted is of historic importance for the future of Iraq. It marks the end of the occupation of that country and the beginning of a stage during which the Iraqis can once again take control of their political destiny, their natural resources and their sovereignty. No negotiation can produce perfect results. This is the best possible resolution given current circumstances. I should like to express appreciation to the sponsors for the transparency that characterized the negotiating process, as well as for the continued openness to dialogue on the part of the delegations of the United States and the United Kingdom and for the constructive attitude taken by all members of the Council.”
2004-06-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4987 (2004) · source
“How do they hope to ensure coordination with the multinational force? I would like to pose one more question, to which Minister Zebari should not feel obliged to respond. What policy will be adopted towards the militias that currently exist on the ground? That could be a problem for the political process that lies ahead.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4982 (2004) · source
“Secondly, I would like to know what, in the opinion of the Foreign Minister, are fundamental elements that would enable the interim Government to exercise its full authority in accordance with the sovereignty it will have as of 30 June. In other words, what are the indispensable components that comprise full and complete sovereignty and that Mr. Zebari and others would like to see reflected in the resolution? Finally, we have read in the press some statements attributed to members of the interim Government on the subject of security. For that reason, and picking up on Minister Zebari's own words referring to full control of the Iraqi forces, we would like to know whether the new Iraqi authorities hope to have such full and effective control of the country's armed forces and security forces.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4982 (2004) · source
“It must reaffirm the principles of international law and international humanitarian law. It must specify more clearly the end of the mandate of the multinational force, with the understanding that the force will be required for a significant length of time, as Minister Zebari himself indicated. In that context, I would like to take this opportunity to ask three questions that might help the Council in its work of preparing the draft resolution. First, in the stage prior to the selection of the interim Government, some criteria were set out with respect to the future interim Government of Iraq. In that connection, I would like to know whether the new Government adopted or considered the condition that individuals appointed as members of the interim Government could not be candidates in the elections scheduled for January of next year.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4982 (2004) · source
“We believe that the appointment of the interim Government is an important step in that direction, as well as in the timetable of the political transition towards full democracy. This Government deserves a chance to carry out its specific tasks for a limited period. Now, the challenge falls upon us in the Security Council to prepare a good resolution that truly contributes to the full transfer of sovereignty to the interim Government, without ambiguity, with the greatest possible clarity and, if possible, with additional inputs from the Iraqi Government itself over the coming days. We have already made considerable progress, but the text still needs to shed more light on the relationship between the sovereign interim Government and the multinational force.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4982 (2004) · source
“Mr. Munoz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): First, I welcome the presence of Foreign Minister Zebari, who is with us in the Council again, but this time in a different capacity. It seems to us that his suggestions and recommendations are absolutely fundamental to adopting a good resolution on the future of Iraq in this very important period. As he said, the first step in the political process has been taken with the appointment of the sovereign interim Government. As he said, it is the best possible result in the present circumstances. It is a compromise. Like all compromises, it is perhaps not the optimal situation, but it is based on reality. We agree with him that the key idea of the resolution that the Council adopts should be the full transfer of sovereignty to the Iraqis beginning on 30 June.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4982 (2004) · source
“Finally, we have duly noted Chairman Bryant's statement on the important measures the Transitional Government is taking. We wish him - and Liberia, of course - all the best in the near future.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4981 (2004) · source
“It is a complex process, and it is advisable that preparations begin immediately, as the report indicates. The adoption of a regional focus in West Africa is already under way with the strengthening of cooperation among the United Nations missions in Liberia, C6te d'Ivoire and Sierra Leone, as prescribed in the Council's presidential statement of 25 March 2004 (S/PRST/2004/7). In that connection, we welcome the fact that on 20 May, at Conakry, Guinea, the leaders of the Mano River Union countries met to reactivate the Union. We hope that the Council's mission to West Africa at the end of June will produce concrete recommendations, in compliance with the regional dimension of its mandate. In conclusion, I wish to express my country's satisfaction at the progress made by UNMIL in carrying out the various aspects of its mandate.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4981 (2004) · source
“The ceasefire agreement is being observed on the ground, although we judge that the security situation will continue to be fragile until the disarmament process is complete. Of course, disputes among factions and criminal activities continue to pose a threat to security, but, fortunately, they have not put the peace process in jeopardy. An important step has been taken with resumption of the process of disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation (DDRR) on 15 April. As we have noted, disarmament and demobilization are essential components of the peace agreement and are a prerequisite for tackling the reintegration of ex-combatants. The report of the Secretary-General underlines the conditions that must be met in order for elections to be held in October 2005.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4981 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): First, I join in the congratulations to the Philippines on its assumption of the presidency. The Council will face great challenges this month, and I am certain, Sir, that you will be equal to those challenges. I also thank the Mission of Pakistan and Ambassador Akram for their excellent work last month. I welcome the presence of Chairman Bryant at this meeting of the Council. I also thank Mr. Klein for his introduction of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2004/430) and for the complementary information he provided. We are pleased to note that deployment of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) is almost completed, as scheduled. The Mission will thus reach its authorized strength at the end of this month.”
2004-06-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4981 (2004) · source
“I have read criticism in major newspapers to the effect that, when refugees arrive in these camps, the United Nations has not planned for enough food for the newcomers. Fifthly, in view of the fact that the rainy season will begin in just a few weeks, does Mr. Lubbers believe that there is sufficient time to address an even larger humanitarian crisis?”
2004-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4973 (2004) · source
“Secondly, what kind of security is being provided by the Government of the Sudan for the Darfur camps? What degree of control does the Government in Khartoum have over the Janjaweed militia? Thirdly, since the humanitarian ceasefire was signed on 8 April, to what degree has the access of humanitarian agencies to the most severely affected zones improved? In this respect, how are visas and travel permits being issued by the Government of the Sudan to the various humanitarian agencies? Fourthly, in the light of the information provided by the press that the Janjaweed militias are assaulting the camps in Chad, what security measures are being provided by the Government of that country to those camps? In this regard, has the United Nations provided those camps with sufficient food?”
2004-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4973 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I, too, should like to thank Mr. Lubbers for his briefing on the serious humanitarian situation of refugees confronting the international community. The briefing was an important one. As questions are to be asked at this time, I should like to plunge into the heart of the matter and ask about a refugee crisis that is currently under way. Mr. Lubbers mentioned a number of such crises in his briefing, but I wish to refer to that now unfolding in the Sudan as a result of the conflict in Darfur. I should like to ask several questions in this regard. We know that there are thousands of refugees moving from Darfur into Chad, as Mr. Lubbers described in detail today. First, is there any information on refugees potentially moving from Darfur into the territory of the Central African Republic?”
2004-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4973 (2004) · source
“That, indeed, has occurred several times, obliging us once again to dispatch a peacekeeping operation and to expend effort and resources because we had not paid the proper attention to the dimensions of dialogue and reconciliation among the parties to the conflict. We owe it to the thousands of innocent victims to improve our system of peacekeeping operations. Ultimately, that is how we will save more lives.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“We consider that priority must be given to implementing measures that would strengthen that element rather than controlling the damage caused once a conflict has begun. We must consider the creation of an early warning mechanism that will enable the international community to take preventive measures to contain a conflict at its earliest stages and then, along with the parties concerned, to find lasting solutions. Finally, we see post-conflict reconciliation as essential once war has ceased. This is something to which due attention and work should be devoted, with a View to preventing bloodshed and suffering from recurring after a time.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“In our view, the role of women in the maintenance of peace is also important. There has been progress since the Council's adoption of its resolution 1325 (2000), on women, peace and security. But numerous reports indicate that much remains to be done to integrate women into peacekeeping operations and, even more important, to fight criminal violence against women in conflict zones. Here, my delegation attaches the greatest importance to exemplary behaviour on the part of participants in peace missions. We therefore encourage the formulation of a standardized code of conduct applicable to all peace missions and to all personnel working in peacekeeping operations. My country believes that conflict prevention must be paramount.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Close coordination is needed in the sequential implementation of those three processes: disarmament, demobilization and the effective reintegration of combatants, in many cases by making sure that they can participate in the labour market. As said earlier this morning, post-conflict reconstruction in the framework of a peacekeeping operation joins the Security Council's own responsibilities with those of the Economic and Social Council, the United Nations Development Programme and the international financial institutions, which can make a decisive contribution to the attainment of stability. None the less, we still need an appropriate operational formula that will enable those bodies and institutions to work together and coordinate their activities both in conflict prevention and in post- conflict reconstruction.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“To that end, it is crucial to abide by international humanitarian law and the principles of human rights. But we must also remember that it is impossible to build a stable and lasting peace without first establishing the rule of law. Here, we consider it indispensable to support the restoration of the judicial, police and penal systems and to ensure respect for human rights. Help with institution-building is also indispensable in nations devastated by long years of conflict and war. It is indispensable to insert re- emerging societies back into the "virtuous cycle" of economic and social growth. In our view, that can best be achieved with the close cooperation of international and local civil society. It is also very important to implement policies of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Moreover, under resolution 1529 (2004), my country has deployed a battalion to Haiti to participate in the Multinational Interim Force in order to help stabilize that country and avert a bloodbath. And certainly, Chile will contribute to the follow-on United Nations peace-stabilization operation in Haiti, dispatching an even larger military contingent. Chile is also contributing as Chair of the Security Council Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations, where it is working to improve policies relating to these matters. It is more important than ever to enhance an element I mentioned earlier in my statement: the multidisciplinary nature of peacekeeping operations. The real challenge for such operations today is not merely to separate the conflicting groups but to help create the conditions necessary for eliminating the causes of conflict.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Human security, focusing on the individual as the subject of security, has gained great importance in the work of peacekeeping operations. Chile has participated in many missions, deploying military observers in various parts of the world. In the last decade, thanks to the modification of our national legislation, we have broadened our participation and are now able to participate in missions under Chapters VI and VII of the Charter, providing military and police personnel and medical evacuation, as was recently done in the area of Bunia in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Either through direct participation or through integration of our troops with forces of other nationalities, we now have personnel in such countries as Cyprus and Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Those operations should be viewed as integrating elements and as part of a process that includes prevention efforts, promotion of political dialogue, humanitarian assistance, the promotion of human rights, institutional capacity-building and support for social development, among other elements. In that context, the United Nations continues to be the principal international institution responsible for contributing to the settlement of conflicts. Lasting peace requires contingents of United Nations troops endowed with the necessary capacity. We therefore consider the search for initiatives to improve efficiency and speed of deployment to be a priority concern. The concept of State security has changed, coming to include non-military aspects of security.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Since 1948, there have been a total of 57 peacekeeping operations, and we know that now there are 14 active missions, with possibly four more missions to join them. The successive changes undergone in the world situation in the last decade have led to the formulation of new doctrines and principles such as preventive diplomacy and humanitarian intervention, which improve and strengthen collective international action in this area. A change in the nature of conflict can be seen, shifting from inter-State conflicts to intra-State conflicts with repercussions beyond the State's borders. For that reason, the demands on and functions of current peacekeeping operations are greater, in accordance with their increasing complexity, which obliges them to be multidimensional in nature.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“Mr. Munoz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, we welcome Pakistan's timely convening of this meeting on United Nations peacekeeping operations. We are honoured by the presence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, with whom we had the opportunity to meet with in Islamabad a few months ago when representing the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999). We join in the words of farewell to our dear colleague Chencho Arias of Spain. The issue of peacekeeping constitutes one of the most crucial responsibilities in the multilateral arena. It is no accident that this issue appears in the Preamble of the United Nations Charter and in its Article 1.”
2004-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4970 (2004) · source
“We reaffirm that without significant, sustainable returns of displaced persons and refugees, without sufficient freedom of movement and without the dismantlement of parallel structures it will be impossible to establish a multi-ethnic, democratic society able to integrate all inhabitants of Kosovo. Constructive dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina and between UNMIK and the Kosovo Assembly is a key element for the success of that undertaking. We must spare no effort to avoid a repetition of abhorrent acts like those we witnessed in March.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“The Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan launched on 31 March was noted by the Security Council in its 30 April presidential statement (S/PRST/2004/ 13). It is urgent that we take the opportunity to review two of the key elements of the plan in the light of the inter-ethnic violence in March: sustainable returns and the rights of communities and their members; and freedom of movement. Cooperation between the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government and UNMIK will be essential for the success of the Kosovo Standards Implementation Plan. Support from Belgrade is also critical.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“They must adopt measures to establish and ensure respect for the rule of law, including by ensuring that the perpetrators of violence are brought to justice and that illegal weapons are seized. Thirdly, they must begin to rebuild damaged or destroyed sites or to provide appropriate compensation; they must rebuild holy sites and must facilitate the return of persons who have been displaced. Fourthly, they must ensure that no sector gains politically from the March violence. Finally, it is our view that they must fully comply with the commitment set out in the 2 April 2004 open letter signed by political leaders and officials from the Institutions: to restore multi-ethnicity and reconciliation throughout Kosovo. These challenges underscore the validity of the "standards before status" policy.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“One example of the devastation is that, as noted in paragraph 22 of the report, in less than 48 hours, 4,100 minority community members were newly displaced, more than the total of 3,664 that had returned throughout 2003. We are aware that as a result of the events of March redoubled efforts will be required in such areas as minority rights, human rights, equal security, freedom of movement, and a return to sustainable conditions for all inhabitants of Kosovo. The Provisional Institutions of Self-Government and local political leaders have major challenges ahead of them. First and foremost, they must put an end to calls to violence, irrespective of their source.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): I too wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Harri Holkeri, for his introduction of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2004/348). We wish also to welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia and Montenegro, Mr. Vuk Draskovic. The report introduced this morning helps us understand the dimensions of the setback experienced in the process of establishing a multi-ethnic, stable and democratic Kosovo. There is no doubt that recent appalling and unfortunate events - loss of life, hundreds of injuries and considerable material damage - have had a negative effect on the pace and the course of the process of reconstruction and normalization in Kosovo.”
2004-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4967 (2004) · source
“In the area of human rights, we value the assistance provided by UNMISET in efforts to shed light on the crimes committed in 1999, and we recognize the need to continue decisively supporting the process for an additional year. In that connection, we particularly welcome the work carried out by the Commission for Reception, Truth and Reconciliation. We look forward with interest to the publication of its final report and recommendations in October of this yean Finally, we reiterate the need for a one-year extension of UNMISET, in a reduced size and with a modified mandate. We hope that the members of the Council will reach an agreement in that regard to support development and stability in Timor-Leste,”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“We would also highlight the programmes financed by the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank for the creation of rural power stations, the construction of schools, road improvements, and the rehabilitation of marketplaces and health services. We are pleased with the excellent cooperation and political agreements between Timor-Leste and Indonesia. We hope that they will soon arrive at an agreement on land borders and find a solution to the problem of refugees, in particular regarding those responsible for serious crimes, so that they may be brought to trial. We also recognize the outstanding work and efforts of other regional actors and of donors from the international community with respect to this young country.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“With respect to the third element, namely the maintenance of security, we agree that this is a key element for achieving stability in Timor-Leste, While it is true that - fortunately - the situation in the country has been rather peaceful, we need to bear in mind all factors and not ignore possible sources of instability. We believe, therefore, that the Secretary- General's proposal is appropriate and reasonable. Another essential element for achieving progress and true stability in Timor-Leste is sustainable economic development. In that respect, we hope that greater progress will be made in the exploitation of the country's mineral resources.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“As to the second aspect, namely strengthening law enforcement in the country, in particular through police training, we agree that there is a need for UNMISET and the international community to continue contributing to and supporting the training process for the national police of Timor-Leste. We welcome in particular the fact that its 3,021 staff members are already carrying out their tasks in all districts of the country. We reiterate the vital function of the Rapid Intervention Unit, and we welcome the fact that an adequate level of capability has been achieved. We deem it crucial also to continue to provide training for the Border Patrol Unit. Despite the progress achieved, we believe that the national police must continue with its training.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“Chile supports the Secretary-General's proposal to extend the present United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) for an additional 12 months in a consolidation phase, and we believe that the proposed mandate is appropriate. Regarding the first element referred to in the report, we fully agree that the provision of assistance with respect to the justice system and administrative structures is essential for political viability and stability. We are concerned by the extensive delays in the area of the administration of justice and by the shortcomings noted in the area of human rights and related proceedings, and we agree that there is a need to promote capacity in that area.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): Let me first join in the condolences expressed with regard to the terrorist attack in Grozny which took the life of President of the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation, Akhmad Kadyrov, and a number of other victims. We are prepared to work on a presidential statement to be made by the Council. We welcome the briefing on Timor-Leste and the outstanding work done by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Kamalesh Sharma, and his team. We welcome also the presence here of the Senior Minister and Minister in the Presidency of the Council of Ministers of Timor-Leste, Ms. Ana Pessoa Pinto.”
2004-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4965 (2004) · source
“My delegation would have preferred greater emphasis on the inclusion of disarmament aspects in the text, so as to reflect in a more balanced manner the link between disarmament and non-proliferation. Nonetheless, we gave priority to the importance and timeliness of promoting effective and universally applicable measures. However, we would be in favour of negotiations, in the context of appropriate international forums, on legally binding instruments laying down the rules necessary to regulate and enforce obligations. Finally, the effective implementation of this resolution and the positive results we expect from it will depend on its general acceptance by the members of the international community, which, in the final analysis, are responsible for implementing it. We hope that this will be the case.”
2004-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4956 (2004) · source
“Mr. Mufioz (Chile) (spoke in Spanish): Chile resolutely supported this draft resolution, which has now been adopted unanimously. My Government believes that a vacuum exists in the international system with respect to the proliferation and control of weapons of mass destruction in relation to their possible terrorist use by non-State actors. It therefore devolves to the Security Council to act in a prompt and timely manner by taking appropriate steps within the framework of the powers entrusted to it by the Charter for the maintenance of international peace and security, as this initiative is, indeed, doing. This issue has many aspects - political, legal and technical - which must be taken into account in order to achieve consensus and to satisfy the requirements of different positions.”
2004-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4956 (2004) · source
“Because this is a highly important and complex matter, it must be considered carefully; we believe this is important so that the final text will, to the extent possible, command universal acceptance within the international community - which will have to implement it - and, of course, so that the Security Council can adopt it by consensus.”
2004-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4950 (2004) · source
“Moreover, we consider that a follow-up committee must be created taking into account the existence and powers of other bodies and international institutions in the field of the control of weapons of mass destruction, thus enabling the committee to function in coordination with them. The powers of such a committee would have to be stated clearly in the resolution; we believe it should be established for a two-year period, which would give States a realistic period of time to adopt national legislation under their respective legal systems. Finally, we reiterate our constructive, positive position on the draft resolution under discussion on this item.”
2004-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4950 (2004) · source
“In the face of the gravity of recent acts of terrorism, we believe that the Security Council must act without delay; it must take all possible timely measures within its power under the Charter. Such measures would not prevent States from, at the proper time, negotiating international instruments that would contribute to a legal framework countering this threat. We agree that it would be appropriate to act under Chapter VII of the Charter. The draft resolution under discussion contains provisions whose implementation would not include enforcement action. My delegation therefore feels that it would be appropriate to clarify this and explicitly include it in the text that will be put to the vote, including the possibility of applying Chapter VII to only certain operative paragraphs.”
2004-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4950 (2004) · source
“We reiterate that, despite its specific and limited objectives, such a resolution would be relevant to both non-proliferation and disarmament issues. The existence and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and the means of manufacturing and delivering them constitute a source of danger that we are seeking to prevent. The affirmation that nuclear, chemical and biological weapons in themselves pose a threat to international peace and security is the main premise underlying international agreements on the prohibition and non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, such as the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Treaty of Tlatelolco and the Conventions on chemical and on biological weapons. It is also the key premise of the thinking behind the draft resolution under discussion.”
2004-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4950 (2004) · source