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1. “The Council reiterates its demand that these groups lay down their arms and engage voluntarily and without preconditions in their demobilization, repatriation, resettlement and reintegration, as appropriate. "The Security Council encourages the authorities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda to implement fully their commitments in the Nairobi communique and to continue to cooperate to solve their common security concerns. "The Security Council stresses its readiness to facilitate and support the implementation of these commitments, in particular through measures against additional individuals and entities, including the FDLR and ex-FAR/Interahamwe, as appropriate, pursuant to resolutions 1596 (2005) and 1649 (2005).”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5783 (2007) · source

2. “"The Security Council expresses its appreciation for the efforts undertaken in this respect by the Secretary-General through the special mission the carried out by Assistant Secretary-General Haile Menkerios and looks forward to a continuation of this involvement, including further consultations with the Governments concerned and regional and international partners. "The Security Council recalls that the continued presence of illegal armed groups, in particular the Forces Democratiques de Liberation du Rwanda (FDLR), ex-FAR/Interahamwe and the dissident militia of Laurent Nkunda, is one of the root causes of conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and constitutes a threat to regional stability.”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5783 (2007) · source

3. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council commends the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda for their joint communique on a common approach to end the threat posed to peace and stability in both countries and the Great Lakes region, signed in Nairobi on 9 November 2007, which is an important milestone towards the definitive settlement of the problem of illegal armed groups in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5783 (2007) · source

4. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, 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, Mrs. Booto (Democratic Republic of the Congo) and Mr. Nsengimana (Rwanda) took seats at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5783 (2007) · source

5. “It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Belgium, China, Congo, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1785 (2007). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.15 am. 07-6082]”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5782 (2007) · source

6. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2007/673, which contains the text of a 2 draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. I wish to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/2007/651, which contains a letter dated 5 November 2007 from the Secretary- General transmitting the thirty-second report on the implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina. I also wish to draw members' attention to document S/2007/632, which contains a letter dated 25 October 2007 from the Secretary-General transmitting the eleventh report on the activities of the European Union military operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5782 (2007) · source

7. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration 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. Prica (Bosnia and Herzegovina) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2007-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5782 (2007) · source

8. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 5.25 p.m.”

   2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781Resumption1 (2007) · source

9. “I wish to remind all speakers, as I indicated at the morning session, to limit their statements to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Representatives with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate the text in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber.”

   2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781Resumption1 (2007) · source

10. “There are still a number of speakers remaining on my list for this meeting. I intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting until 3 pm. The meeting was suspended at 1 pm.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

11. “Finally, our efforts should be focused on maintaining the current momentum by strengthening the United Nations system, working together with Member States and other stakeholders in a coordinated, coherent, comprehensive and cooperative manner. What is required is an approach that includes development and humanitarian dimensions, undergirded by political will on the part of States to ensure that civilians are protected in times of war. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. We will now hear a statement by Mr. Angelo Gnaedinger, Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross. I give him the floor.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

12. “We should avoid that trap, as well as the trap of engaging in a "blame game". We hope that by bringing this issue to the attention of the Council today, we will be able to reinvigorate it and to encourage the quest for new solutions to address it or to strengthen the existing mechanism. The Secretary-General's report contained an array of recommendations aimed at furthering our common efforts that can contribute to the overall efforts of the United Nations system, international stakeholders and national Governments to address this pertinent issue. We believe that while the best protection from armed conflict is found in its prevention, in the absence of peace we must remain vigilant as to its impacts on the civilian population and must do our best to minimize human suffering and deaths.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

13. “In the case of non-State actors such as terrorist groups, there should be equal protection for civilians through penalties on individuals through enforcement of international law, in addition to the punishment that they receive for their activities as a group. My delegation condemns civilian casualties brought about by any terrorist act. Let me reiterate that the protection of civilians is a universal and timeless issue. Generation after generation has envisaged effective measures to protect civilians from the looming danger of armed conflicts. Our current discussion is part of that long and unbroken chain of efforts. Our effort requires togetherness; no one can claim this issue alone. This is an issue of humanity that binds us together, but it can be unravelled by our own narrow political objectives.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

14. “The deliberate targeting of such individuals is a crime, and we invoke the relevant international laws, including the 1994 Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel and its Optional Protocol, for that purpose. In the twenty-first century, the number of civilian deaths in wartime has been growing, and the dynamics are complicated by the role of non-State actors. Civilians are deliberately targeted in many conflicts, which runs counter to international norms on the laws of war and human rights and draws condemnation from the international community. Such practices must be stopped. Non-State actors pose additional problems, because they are difficult to identify and apprehend. Non-State armed groups pose special challenges for penalty and law enforcement.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

15. “The impact of war on civilians goes far beyond targeting them as combatants; it includes the auxiliary effects of war, including physical displacement, disease, hunger and the wreckage and death wrought by the placement of anti-personnel landmines on civilian territory. Efforts to combat those ills and to ensure respect for basic human rights can include a range of measures, including the timely delivery of food and medical support, rehabilitation and advocacy to victims. We consider all acts against relief workers, humanitarian aid convoys and others engaged in providing humanitarian assistance to the population to counter the effects of war to be deplorable.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

16. “As non-combatants, they do not choose to engage in the conflict taking place around them. While any loss of life in a war is regrettable, formal and informal laws of war have, throughout time, been intended to protect civilians. We believe that those who are innocent should be protected by the international community and that the perpetrators of illegal acts should be brought to justice. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2007/643) made a valuable contribution by identifying various means of assisting victims of armed conflict. It also highlighted the plight of victims in various armed conflict situations. Indeed, it assisted us by presenting a well-rounded picture of the situation.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

17. “However, it often takes more time and further effort before needed assistance can be funnelled in time and in line with the needs of civilians in such precarious circumstances. Thus, as the Council, we should offer guidance on both ways in which assistance can be provided to victims and steps to be taken against those who deliberately disregard human life and to discourage such actions in the first place. In addressing such actions, the Council would act in accordance with the fundamental principles of the Charter and international law. Our efforts to stabilize any particular conflict situation are focused on political dialogue, negotiations and reconciliation processes. However, the plight of victims does not always receive full attention. Most often, civilians are the victims and the bystanders in war.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

18. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of Indonesia. Let me join others in thanking the Secretary- General for his statement and his written report (S/2007/643). I should also like to preface our statement by expressing appreciation to Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, for his statement. Every year, thousands of civilians fall victim to situations of armed conflict. Their plight should be a concern for all of us. It is our shared responsibility to alleviate the suffering of victims wherever it occurs. A humanitarian crisis caused by armed conflict can be broadcast online in a matter of seconds. That can be attributed in no small part to the role of the media in projecting and amplifying such strong images into our private spheres.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

19. “In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members, I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I shall now give the floor to the members of the Council.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

20. “I thank the Secretary-General for his statement. At this meeting, we will hear a briefing by Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. I now give the floor to Mr. Holmes.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

21. “There being no objection, it is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2007/643, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. I welcome the participation of the Secretary- General, His Excellency Mr. Ban Ki-moon, at this meeting and invite him to take the floor.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

22. “At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the aforementioned countries 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. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. It is so decided. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Angelo Gnaedinger, Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

23. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Colombia, Guatemala, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Liechtenstein, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Portugal, Senegal, Switzerland and Viet Nam, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided.”

    2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source

24. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.30 p.m. 07-59786”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

25. “The representative of Cuba has asked for the floor to make a further statement. Mr. Benitez Verson (Cuba) was invited to take a seat at the Council table.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

26. “In that regard, we underline the significance of outreach activities and technical assistance. Such efforts have positive implications for the comprehensive implementation of the resolutions. As far as the provision of technical assistance is concerned, Indonesia stresses that it should be provided upon the request of a State in a way that respects sovereignty and national priorities. I now resume my responsibilities as President of the Security Council. I call on the representative of Cuba.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

27. “As for the issue of reporting on the implementation of the resolution, we should acknowledge that resolution 1540 (2004) reporting requirements are perceived by some Member States as too complicated and unsuited to the capabilities of many developing countries. For developing countries with limited resources and many other equally pressing priorities, the increasing burden of reporting in its various forms can be overwhelming. That is a fact that should be adequately addressed by the Committee in considering any additional measure to achieve full implementation of the resolution. Finally, my delegation believes that the full implementation of resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004) can be effectively carried out through continuous efforts, patience, dialogue, cooperation and assistance.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

28. “Concerning the expiration of the mandate of CTED on 31 December 2007, as provided for in resolution 1535 (2004), I should like to suggest that the Security Council start considering the matter at its earliest convenience. My delegation is ready to engage in a comprehensive evaluation of the work of CTED in reinforcing the functions of the CTC. Turning to the 1540 (2004) Committee, I would like to reassert Indonesia's supports for the main tasks of the Committee: promoting global capacity and raising international standards for implementing the resolution. In our View, the work of the Committee should be done within its mandate and be guided by the principles of cooperation, transparency and equal treatment. Indonesia will, as always, continue to actively support and participate in the work of the Committee.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

29. “With regard to the visits carried out by CTED, I would like to reiterate their significance, particularly in promoting a better understanding of the progress of all States in meeting their obligations and in collecting information about their needs. With a view to promoting the credibility of the visits as one of the objective tools for assessing the implementation of Member States, we emphasize the need for CTED to employ a more balanced approach in proposing the States to be visited to the CTC. We believe that visiting developing and developed countries would also generate some positive impacts and benefits for the work of the CTC.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

30. “Cooperation, transparency, even-handedness and consistency in approach must always be guiding principles of the work of the CTC. Indonesia underlines the importance of thorough and consistent analysis by the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) of the implementation by Member States of resolution 1373 (2001). Indonesia also welcomes the adoption of Preliminary Implementation Assessments (PIAs) as an effective tool to enhance the CTC's ability to evaluate the implementation of the resolution. On the quality of the PIAs that have been discussed in the CTC, we have identified some areas of their content that should be further improved.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

31. “On the issue of compliance, my delegation welcomes the commitment of the Committee to develop specific and general recommendations based on an analysis of what could be done to prevent possible non-compliance, including by identifying the challenges and difficulties faced by States in implementing the sanctions. We should not lose sight of the fact that an overly imperious approach to ensuring compliance could jeopardize the high level of cooperation that has been consistently shown by States. Now let me touch upon the briefing on the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. My delegation underscores the role played by the CTC in creating and sustaining international momentum to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

32. “We welcome the adoption of resolution 1730 (2006), by which a focal point for receiving de-listing requests from individuals has been established, as an achievement for the improvement of sanctions procedures. However, my delegation maintains that the establishment of such a focal point has yet to meet the minimum standard required to ensure fair and clear procedure. In that regard, my delegation attaches great importance to the basic elements of minimum standards as indicated in the letter of the Secretary- General to the President of the Security Council dated 15 June 2006.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

33. “The perception of unfairness in the application of targeted sanctions has also generated concerns in several countries. Moreover, the growing number of legal cases in the national courts of Member States questioning the conformity of the sanctions measures with human rights principles will potentially pose significant challenges to the efficacy and credibility of the 1267 sanctions regime. My delegation is of the view that mainstreaming procedural fairness and asserting human rights principles in the work of the Committee will also strengthen the effectiveness of the implementation of the 1267 sanctions regime. Legitimacy and credibility of the sanctions regime will also depend, in large part, on its procedural fairness.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

34. “With regard to the 1267 Committee, I would like to reassert Indonesia's unwavering commitment to promote the effective implementation, legitimacy and credibility of the 1267 sanctions regime. We are fully committed to joint efforts to improve the quality of the consolidated list, particularly through enhancing its completeness and accuracy. My delegation has some concern about the fact that there has been mixed support by Member States in implementing the sanctions regime. In line with observations made by the Monitoring Team of the 1267 Committee, my delegation identified some underlying causes of the situation that should be adequately addressed by the Committee. We have noted a growing perception that the current procedure is not adequately fair and clear.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

35. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Indonesia. I should like to preface Indonesia's comments by expressing our thanks to the Chairmen of the 1267 Committee, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) and the 1540 Committee for their comprehensive briefings on their respective work. My delegation commends once again the quality of the work undertaken by the three terrorism-related Committees. I also wish to use this opportunity to extend our appreciation for their initiative to deliver a joint statement of the Committees. We are of the view that such an approach reflects greater coordination among subsidiary bodies of the Security Council entrusted to deal with terrorism.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

36. “I thank Mr. Arias for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Peter Burian, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004).”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

37. “I thank Mr. Verbeke for his briefing. I shall now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Ricardo Alberto Arias, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

38. “I thank Mr. Verbeke for his joint statement. I shall now give the floor once again to His Excellency Mr. Johan Verbeke, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

39. “Johan Verbeke, who will make a joint statement on behalf of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1373 (2001), 1267 (1999) and 1540 (2004), respectively.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

40. “The President: 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. At this meeting, we will hear briefings by His Excellency Mr. Johan Verbeke, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities; His Excellency Mr. Ricardo Alberto Arias, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism; and His Excellency Mr. Peter Burian, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). At the outset, I would like to give the floor to His Excellency Mr.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

41. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Australia, Canada, Cuba, Liechtenstein, Portugal and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, 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, the representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber.”

    2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source

42. “"The Security Council commends and fully supports the continuing operations of the United Nations Mission in Ethiopia and Eritrea (UNMEE), underscores the importance for the parties to provide UNMEE with the necessary access, assistance, support and protection required for the implementation of its mandate and welcomes the ongoing efforts by the Secretary-General towards the earliest appointment of a Special Representative." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 2007/43. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 6.55 pm. 07-59593”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5778 (2007) · source

43. “"The Security Council calls upon the parties to refrain from using force and to settle their disagreements by peaceful means, to normalize their relations, to promote stability between them and to lay the foundation for sustainable peace in the region. "The Security Council confirms the parties' primary responsibility to resolve the border issue and their other differences, and expresses its readiness to endorse the commitments made by both parties with respect to demarcation and normalization. "The Security Council strongly supports the Secretary-General in any efforts to facilitate these processes.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5778 (2007) · source

44. “"The Security Council underscores the acceptance without preconditions by both Ethiopia and Eritrea of the final and binding delimitation decision of the Eritrea-Ethiopia Boundary Commission (EEBC). "The Security Council urges the parties to take concrete steps to implement immediately and without preconditions the delimitation decision of the EEBC, taking into account the parties' commitments regarding the Temporary Security Zone (TSZ) as expressed at the EEBC meeting of 6-7 September 2007 and to comply fully with the Algiers Agreements and prior Security Council resolutions and statements of its President, including on the issue of demarcation.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5778 (2007) · source

45. “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/2007/645, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on Ethiopia and Eritrea. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council. "The Security Council stresses the importance of the commitment of both Ethiopia and Eritrea to lay the foundation for sustainable peace in the region and, aware of the responsibilities of the United Nations under the Algiers Agreements, remains determined to encourage and assist both countries in attaining this objective.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5778 (2007) · source

46. “There are no other speakers on my list. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I should now like to invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussions on the subject. The meeting rose at 5 p.m.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source

47. “This would be a key instrument for achieving national reconciliation, which would constitute a foundation for Myanmar to move forward with its peaceful transition towards democracy. On our part, it is Indonesia's strong commitment to continue to encourage Myanmar, bilaterally and within ASEAN, to address the challenges it faces in attaining such a noble goal. We urge the Government to continue to cooperate fully with Special Envoy Gambari and other United Nations mechanisms. In conclusion, we wish to reiterate our firm support for the good offices of the Secretary-General, which emphasize the comprehensive engagement of the United Nations with Myanmar. I shall now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I shall now call on the representatives of Myanmar.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source

48. “The forthcoming ASEAN Summit in Singapore this month will witness the signing of an ASEAN Charter, which embodies the vision of an ASEAN community, bound together by shared values that include democracy and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. We believe that each and every ASEAN member country has the responsibility to honour the values shared by the group. Moving forward, it is essential that the Security Council continues to speak in one voice to consistently support the Secretary-General's good offices, including the mission carried out by Mr. Gambari. On the part of Myanmar itself, we again urge the Government to take further tangible steps for a genuine and inclusive dialogue.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source

49. “It is our firm view that all parties concerned should make best use of this momentum to move ahead with the process to promote national reconciliation in an all-inclusive manner. Indonesia appreciates the acknowledgement of the important role of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in supporting the good offices of the Secretary-General. In this regard, we wish to recall the statement of ASEAN Ministers of 27 September 2007, in which the Ministers, inter alia, urged the authorities of Myanmar to resume national reconciliation with all parties, working towards peaceful transition to democracy, and to release all political detainees, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source

50. “We welcome the appointment of Minister Aung Kyi as liaison minister, his early contacts with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and the decision by the Government of Myanmar to allow Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to meet key members of her National League for Democracy Party. We encourage the Government to further remove the restrictions on Daw Aung Suu Kyi as part of the effort to create conditions conducive to dialogue and reconciliation. We equally welcome the readiness of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to cooperate with the Government of Myanmar to make this process of dialogue a success, as stated in her written statement, delivered by Mr. Gambari on 8 November 2007. All of those developments represent the good faith of both parties, which is indispensable for a meaningful substantive dialogue to take place.”

    2007-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5777 (2007) · source