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first: 2007-10-05
most recent: 2009-10-14
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“I will now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Indonesia. Allow me to first join the previous speakers in thanking Mr. Gambari for his briefing. We commend his efforts to engage the leadership of Myanmar in addressing the complex and multifaceted challenges faced by the country. The decisions by the Government of Myanmar to permit Mr. Gambari's visit earlier this month and to invite his return in few weeks are encouraging. We also recognize the significance of the decision by the Government to allow the visit by the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, Mr. Pinheiro.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“Menon (Singapore) took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ibrahim Gambari, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General. It is so decided. 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. I now give the floor to Mr. Ibrahim Gambari, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Japan, Myanmar and Singapore, in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Swe (Myanmar) took a seat at the Council table; Mr. Takasu (Japan) and Mr.”
2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source
“We also deem it important that issues regarding the conduct of personnel and discipline in UNOCI, as mentioned in the report, be fully addressed. We concur with the view of the Secretary-General that, since progress on the two key benchmarks to review the mandate and troop levels of UNOCI has not yet been achieved, we should maintain the current troop levels. We have consistently been of the view that the United Nations must remain closely engaged with and supportive of the people and the Government of Cote d'Ivoire in their difficult journey towards a peaceful and prosperous country. We are therefore extremely pleased to be informed of the appointment of Mr. Choi Young-jin as the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for C6te d'Ivoire.”
2007-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5765 (2007) · source
“At the same time, we are mindful of the continued fragile nature of the security situation, as evidenced, inter alia, by the 29 June 2007 incident and the situation in the north of the country. We commend the efforts by President Gbagbo and Prime Minister Soro in overcoming any attempts to disrupt the peace process. Continued international support in enhancing the security conditions through the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire (UNOCI) is critical. My delegation is also deeply troubled by reports of trafficking of children for labour and prostitution, as part of the growing problem of human trafficking for forced prostitution and labour in the country. Support for the enhancement of national capacities to deal with those issues should be a priority.”
2007-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5765 (2007) · source
“We recognize the importance of the planning and financial and logistical resources necessary to ensure an accelerated and sustained implementation of the Agreement. Continued international support for capacity-building, including its timely channelling, is therefore essential. However, it is important to underline the special responsibility of the Government of Cote d'Ivoire to give added impetus to the implementation of the Ouagadougou Agreement. A key to progress in the implementation of the Agreement is a secure security situation. We are encouraged to note the Secretary-General's assessment that the country has remained generally calm since the signing of the Agreement in March 2007.”
2007-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5765 (2007) · source
“At the outset, I wish to thank Mr. Djibrill Bassole, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Burkina Faso, who is with us today as representative of the Facilitator, President Compaore, for his statement on the development of the peace process in Cote d'Ivoire. We also wish to thank the Principal Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Abou Moussa, for his briefing and to the Secretary-General for his report on the situation in Cote d'Ivoire (S/2007/593). We are mindful of the positive political atmosphere that has prevailed in cote d'Ivoire since the signing of the Ouagadougou Agreement. However, we are somewhat discouraged by the possible implications of lapses in the timelines for the implementation of important tasks identified in the Agreement, as referred to by previous speakers.”
2007-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5765 (2007) · source
“My delegation recognizes the increasing responsibility of UNAMI as tasked by Security Council resolution 1770 (2007), which my delegation fully supported. We, however, underline the importance to ensure a balance between the expansion of tasks and availability of adequate resources. This will eventually assure the success of the Mission. While taking into account the security challenges, the deployment of UNAMI to new areas will increase access for the Iraqis to international assistance. In this regard, my delegation welcomes the dispatch of a UNAMI team to explore the possibility of deploying staff to a new location in Basra. Finally, I wish to reiterate Indonesia's full support for UNAMI and its work in Iraq.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“Accordingly, Indonesia believes that the United Nations can play a key role in supporting the Iraqi Government and host neighbouring countries to coordinate their humanitarian activities. Support from countries in the region remains instrumental in building the capacity of the Iraqi Government to respond to various challenges. The continued implementation of the outcome of the Sharm el-Sheikh conference, including its working groups, is of paramount importance. We also attach great importance to the next expanded meeting of Iraq's neighbours to be convened in Turkey next month. International partnership and support are key for Iraq as it faces the innumerable challenges ahead. The role and contribution of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) is particularly pertinent in helping the Iraqis achieve their goals.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“The continuing violence in Iraq has brought about serious humanitarian consequences. It has caused not only displacement, but also restriction of movement and limitation of access for humanitarian operations. We are troubled by reports of the increase in the number of Iraqi refugees and internally displaced persons. The condition faced by Iraqi children is also a source of particular concern. With 4.2 million Iraqis being displaced, humanitarian assistance becomes a daunting but essential task. In this regard, Indonesia welcomes the launch of a joint appeal by a number of United Nations specialized agencies in September 2007 to address the urgent health needs of Iraqi refugees in neighbouring countries. Coordination is essential in implementing well- targeted humanitarian aid for the Iraqi displaced persons and refugees.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“The International Compact with Iraq, which is premised on a reciprocal relationship between peacebuilding and economic prosperity, remains an important framework for international partnership with Iraq. The Compact will require institutional support in order to be effective. Accordingly, my delegation welcomes the establishment of the Compact secretariat as an agency of the Government of Iraq operating with the support of the United Nations to facilitate the implementation of the Compact. The reaffirmation of support expressed by delegations in the September high-level meeting on Iraq reflects the continuing solidarity of the international community with Iraq. In our View, such a reaffirmation should help to strengthen the commitment of Iraqis to the goals of the Compact.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“Continued high levels of displacement and political gridlock have reduced the opportunity for concord. My delegation therefore believes that the people of Iraq should stand side-by-side at all levels, set aside all ethnic, religious and political differences and work together in order to respond to the challenges that continue to confront the country. Genuine commitment by all factions to political dialogue and reconciliation is needed more now than ever. The international community should leave no stone unturned in promoting conditions conducive to such reconciliation. In that regard, my delegation commends the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in maintaining contacts with political, religious and tribal leaders to encourage an inclusive political process aimed at bolstering security improvements in Iraq.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“Considering the significance of security and stability for making progress in the political and socio- economic sectors, my delegation has little doubt that the Government of Iraq recognizes the importance of enhanced efforts, in cooperation with international forces, to find viable solution to the security concerns in the country. Since conflict in Iraq has been unfolding across ethnic, sectarian and political lines, Indonesia holds the view that responsibility for restoring security and stability lies not only with the Iraqi Government, but also with all factions in the country. In this regard, Indonesia welcomes the ceasefire by some factions that led to the decrease in violence during September 2007. The key to sustainable peace in Iraq is unity.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“1 would like to join previous speakers in thanking Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Mr. Lynn Pascoe, for his comprehensive briefing. My delegation also thanks the representative of the United States, who spoke on behalf of the Multinational Force. Ongoing violence in Iraq continues to pose serious challenges to the Government and people of Iraq in their efforts to achieve progress in reconstruction and nation-building. After years of hardship, the Iraqi people deserve peace, stability and progress.”
2007-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5763 (2007) · source
“In closing, allow me to reiterate Indonesia's commitment to the cause of the Peacebuilding Commission. We will continue to engage with others towards our aim of making the outcomes of the Commission tangible.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“We recognize that it is a discretionary power of the Council to make final referral; yet, in order to have a smooth process of referral, the Chairman of the Commission should be kept informed and consulted by the Council. From that preliminary exchange with the Commission, the Council will then be in a better position to give its opinion on the capacity and ability of the Commission to handle a new country. The Council should be convinced that, by referring the country to the Commission's agenda, the Commission could give added value in peace consolidation. The Council may indicate specific challenges posed by the candidate country. Those specific challenges should be drawn up in close coordination with the country concerned and be based on the principle of national ownership.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“Moreover, the Council should encourage the Commission to reach out and explore engagement with such non-traditional partners as the corporate sector. As its last point, my delegation would like to touch upon the recent discussions in the Council on how to put new countries on the agenda of the Peacebuilding Commission. That implies that the Council should start considering a sort of internal referral mechanism. With a View to having a flexible mechanism, there are some approaches that could be carefully considered when the Council draws up its internal mechanism. The whole process should start from the candidate country's demonstrated willingness to be included on the Peacebuilding Commission's agenda. The Council can invite the candidate country to have a prior consultation with the Council.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“For its part, the Commission should avoid the misconception that there is a different Commission for each country case and for which there are different country-specific configurations. Sixth, the Council should continue to work with the Peacebuilding Commission in developing a well- functioning peacebuilding architecture of which the Commission is at the core, complementary with the role and mandates of the Council. Indonesia is aware that some members of the Council have emphasized previously that the Peacebuilding Commission is by nature simply an advisory body of the Council. While recognizing the limited nature of the Commission, the Council should give it more space to innovatively develop its international standing and receive needed international media and public attention.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“Lasting peace cannot be achieved in the absence of economic development and an improvement in State capacity. Paying equal attention to the issues of security, democracy and development is key to nurturing a strong pluralistic society. Fourthly, national ownership is fundamental, but it will emerge only when the post-conflict priorities of a Government are duly respected and become the blueprint for the relevant national and international actors. The Peacebuilding Commission needs to maintain this as its core principle and practice it. Fifth, in the second year, we expect that the Organizational Committee will expeditiously agree on the as-yet unsettled issues and enhance focus on the substantive factors. It is our View that the Organizational Committee should be the focal point of all the Commission's activities.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“As was pointed out last week by some delegations, including my own, during the General Assembly's debate on the reports of the Peacebuilding Commission and the Peacebuilding Fund, we expect the Commission's Organizational Committee to take up specific thematic issues, apart from considering them under the country-specific format. Thirdly, the Commission has rightly emphasized the importance of addressing good governance, the rule of law, security sector reform, the fight against corruption and human rights for all - the necessary ingredients for the formation of a pluralistic and tolerant society. But the nexus between peace and development is paramount, and it also needs to be clearly incorporated in the outcomes of the Peacebuilding Commission.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“The fine-tuning efforts by the peacebuilding system in New York should have an impact on the ground that should be felt directly by the community concerned. Maximum effects will be achieved if the Peacebuilding Commission focuses on being practical and results- oriented. Secondly, the maximum effect in the field can be fulfilled if firm support is offered by all the principal organs of the United Nations, the agencies of the United Nations system and the non-United Nations institutions concerned. Their backing will bolster the efforts of the Peacebuilding Commission and allow the Commission to give its undivided attention to the profound post-conflict issues before it.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“But it is obvious from the report that the Commission has worked hard in trying to fill the gap in the international post-conflict architecture, which was highlighted in the 2005 World Summit Outcome. At this juncture, my delegation would like to focus on some of the lessons learned in the past year and to explore practical ways and means by which the Council, pursuant to its role, could assist the Commission to fulfil its goals laid out in resolution 1645 (2005). First, the peacebuilding architecture of the United Nations is now in place. As the conclusion of the report of the Peacebuilding Commission pertinently states, the biggest remaining challenge is how to concretely implement peacebuilding strategies in the field.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“Let me first express our gratitude to you, Mr. President, for convening this important debate on the first report of the Peacebuilding Commission (S/2007/458). We would also like to thank the Peacebuilding Commission for the presentation of its report, as well as its Chairperson, Ambassador Yukio Takasu of Japan for his remarks. Having been involved in the deliberations on the establishment of the Peacebuilding Commission, and as a member of the Commission, Indonesia is pleased to see the Commission and the associated Peacebuilding Fund embark upon the fulfilment of their mandates in the first year. It has not been easy for the Commission to address the issues of its direction and procedures and at the same time take up the demanding cases of Burundi and Sierra Leone.”
2007-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5761 (2007) · source
“Finally, I would be remiss if I did not say a few words on the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). The role of UNAMA becomes more important with the increasing number of challenges to Afghan security and reconstruction efforts. As the Mission's engagement has been reinforced by resolution 1746 (2007), there is in our view an urgent need for ensuring that UNAMA and other international actors engaged in Afghanistan have the mandate and resources needed to fulfil the required tasks and to move the country's development in a positive direction. My delegation wishes to reiterate its full support for UNAMA and its work in Afghanistan.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“We welcome in that regard Afghanistan's commitment to contributing to regional security and prosperity through concrete steps, including its accession to the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, the Afghanistan-Pakistan peace jirga and the participation of President Karzai in the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The inauguration of a transit bridge between Afghanistan and Tajikistan in August 2007 has both symbolic and substantive meaning. The continued engagement of the international community with Afghanistan remains vital. Thus Indonesia welcomes the convening of the high-level meeting on Afghanistan in New York on 23 September 2007. My delegation is hopeful that the reaffirmation of support by delegations participating in the meeting will bring peace and stability to Afghanistan.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“The key to a robust democracy in Afghanistan is the adoption of the electoral law by the end of 2007. The adoption of such a law by the Afghan Government and the National Assembly will be instrumental to the upcoming cycle of presidential elections in the country. My delegation underlines in that regard the importance of continued support and assistance from the international community for the institutional strengthening and capacity-building of democratic institutions in Afghanistan. A peaceful and stable environment is important to Afghanistan in order for it to achieve internal sustainability.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“It poses a grave threat to both reconstruction and nation-building in the country. Since players in the narco-economy work across borders, cooperation between Afghanistan and its neighbours in counter-narcotics operations is very important. Accordingly, Indonesia welcomes the signing of a trilateral agreement between Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan in June 2007. Indonesia also believes that the international community should support the Afghan-led plan to address that problem, going beyond eradication efforts. As Afghanistan is steadily embracing democracy, the need to strengthen the institutional foundation of the democratic transition in the country remains vital. Additional efforts must be exerted in order to ensure that such institutions as the Anti-Corruption Commission established by President Karzai deliver results.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“Indonesia also believes that the military approach cannot fully address the root causes of the re-emergence of the insurgency. We therefore underline the importance of political dialogue and reconciliation involving all factions in Afghanistan. We look forward to further progress in the implementation of the Action Plan on Peace, Reconciliation and Justice. We hold the View that it is important to help every single Afghan embrace a new Afghanistan. It is important to find ways and means to prevent them from turning to militancy. It is also important to include them in the political, social and economic processes at all levels. Achieving a secure and stable Afghanistan becomes more daunting with the continued presence of the narco-economy. The sharp increase in opium production in 2007 has exacerbated the security condition in Afghanistan.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“My delegation believes that addressing the security challenges is a matter of urgency in order to prevent Afghanistan from sliding back into conflict. In that regard, we recognize the importance of the measures taken by the Afghan National Army, in collaboration with the International Security Assistance Force, in responding to the insurgency activities. We are also encouraged by the efforts to augment the Afghan National Police. While recognizing the significance of the effective integration of a civilian-military strategy within the security plan for Afghanistan, Indonesia attaches great importance to respect the protection of civilians and the principles of international human rights and humanitarian laws whenever security operations are carried out in the country.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“Allow me to join other speakers in expressing our appreciation to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Tom Koenigs, for his briefing on the latest developments in Afghanistan. Since the launch of the Bonn Agreement in 2001, peace and stability have been taking root in Afghanistan. Progress in the political and socio- economic sectors of the country has been notable. Nonetheless, violence threatens to disrupt those attainments. Suicide bombing and violent attacks are increasingly common in Afghanistan. The increase in violent attacks within the country in the past several months, we understand, has undermined confidence in the future and prevented access by the Government and aid organizations to many districts.”
2007-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5760 (2007) · source
“I would like to conclude by reiterating our full support for the good offices of the Secretary-General in comprehensively engaging Myanmar, in a manner complementary to the efforts by ASEAN and other countries of the region.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“As to Myanmar itself, we again urge the Government to exercise restraint and urgently work to replace the climate of fear with the power of democratic persuasion and inclusive dialogue. Genuine inclusive dialogue should take advantage of the perspectives of all parties, united as one people and one nation. In this regard, we draw some modest hope from the latest reports of the offer by the leadership of Myanmar to meet with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. We hope that this is a first step towards national reconciliation. My delegation believes that the recent events in the country should serve as strong impetus for real progress in the democratization process. As the Government and the people of Myanmar tackle the challenges of attaining those noble goals, Indonesia remains ready to continue to support that country bilaterally and within ASEAN.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“Unless seriously addressed, the recent crisis can only undermine any positive steps that may have been taken by Myanmar over recent years. 7 Moving forward, it is essential that the Security Council consistently support the Secretary-General's good offices, including through the promotion of a climate conducive to peacefully resolving the current situation. Equally, it is important to acknowledge the importance of Human Rights Council resolution S-5/l, adopted by consensus on 2 October 2007, at the Council's fifth special session, on the human rights situation in Myanmar. We believe that the implementation of that resolution should complement and strengthen the good offices of the Secretary- General vis-a-vis Myanmar.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“That is why we encourage the authorities in Myanmar not to see these values, or the clamour of their people for them, as an affront, or as a challenge to be combated. The tragic events in the country have serious implications for the credibility and reputation of ASEAN. We cannot look the other way, because it is impossible to advance together if a member fails to honour the values espoused by the group. Since 2003, our engagement has involved encouraging Myanmar to make tangible progress in restoring democratic institutions and pursuing national reconciliation, in accordance with its own road map to democracy. We have committed ourselves to supporting Myanmar in moving forward on this path in a frank, candid and firm way.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“The situation in Myanmar is at stark variance with the common path on which countries within ASEAN are currently embarking, namely, the vision of an ASEAN community, bound together by shared values that include democracy and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. We are currently working on an ASEAN charter as the legal instrument of the organization, on the basis of those shared values. In the exercise of constructing this democratic vision, Myanmar has not been an outside partner. On the contrary, it has been working together with the rest of the ASEAN members. That is what makes the recent developments in the country all the more difficult for the other ASEAN members.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“We urge the Government to recognize the visit of Special Envoy Gambari for what it was: a window of opportunity to engage the international community in the resolution of the various problems that have been left to fester for too long. The situation in Myanmar was the focus of Foreign Ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at an informal meeting in New York last week. On that occasion, Indonesia joined the rest of ASEAN in expressing concern, indeed revulsion, over the developments in Myanmar. We called upon Myanmar to desist from the use of force and to seek a political resolution. We urged the authorities to resume national reconciliation with all parties, working towards a peaceful transition to democracy, and to release all political detainees, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source
“My delegation would like to thank the Secretary-General for his statement and for promptly dispatching his Special Envoy to Myanmar in response to the unfolding crisis. We particularly commend the efforts of Mr. Ibrahim Gambari to engage the leadership of Myanmar in addressing the complex challenges faced by the country. Naturally, we deeply appreciate his comprehensive briefing and look forward to further detailed deliberations on the points he has raised. In anticipation of such discussion, allow me at this juncture to share some thoughts, as felt by my delegation. The decision by the Government of Myanmar to permit Mr. Gambari's visit is encouraging. Such a spirit must be constantly promoted.”
2007-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5753 (2007) · source