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lines on the record: 204
first: 2009-11-11
most recent: 2014-02-19
sittings or episodes: 30
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“I thank the members of the Security Council for the opportunity to participate in this briefing. Armenia aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union. However, we would also like to make some remarks in our national capacity. We appreciate the efforts of the Chairs of the Committees aimed at strengthening dialogue and mutual understanding among States, the United Nations and civil society in combating the scourge of terrorism. Armenia is fully committed to working with the Committees established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001), 1267 (1999) and 1989, and 1540 (2004), and we are determined to contribute to all actions undertaken by the United Nations in their support. In particular, we are continuing our close cooperation with the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC).”
2012-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6767 (2012) · source
“In that respect, we pay great attention to the training and retraining of the officials working in the Government agencies dealing with counter-terrorism. We would like to express our gratitude to the United States and other partner countries for assisting us in that regard. In conclusion, I cannot but agree with the statements made by previous speakers to say that no country can counter these problems alone. Their scope and magnitude require even greater levels of innovation and effective regional and international cooperation. We would therefore support the proposal for a diagnostic assessment by the Secretariat aimed at the evaluation and enhanced coordination of our joint efforts in this critical area.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Illicit flows of armaments, drugs and terrorist groups and terrorist activities remain a matter of concern in the most global sense. Despite the two- decades-long blockade of Armenia and the difficulties and challenges that has created, fighting illicit cross- border flows, and more specifically drug trafficking, Armenia, in cooperation with its partners, has spared no effort in applying preventive measures. Armenia believes that prevention is the best defence against the spread of illicit cross-border trafficking, which could also undercut the foundations for recruiting under any pretext. Through education, awareness-raising and improved legislation and implementation mechanisms, we can multiply the effectiveness of our efforts.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In full compliance with its international obligations, Armenia has firm control over its borders and prevents and thwarts any encroachment. In addition, last February, the working agreement between the European Agency for the Management of Operational Cooperation at the External Borders of the Member States of the European Union (Frontex) and the National Security Council of the Republic of Armenia established deeper cooperation between the relevant bodies of Armenia and Frontex to fight border crimes and enhance border security. Secure borders are particularly important in volatile regions such as the South Caucasus, where still-unresolved conflicts have become a convenient excuse for the accumulation of enormous amounts of weaponry, very often in violation of existing treaties and agreements.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We also work closely with various regional international partners, such as the Council of Europe, the European Union, the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), NATO and various United Nations agencies, in such areas as legal reform, improving national law enforcement capacities, border control and intelligence systems. As a member of the CSTO, Armenia actively participates in its anti-drug operations. That multinational effort brings together not only member States, but also representatives from approximately two dozen States and international organizations. As a result of those efforts, operations carried out since 2003 have resulted in the confiscation of several tons of drugs in the CSTO region. Since 2008, those efforts have had the status of a standing regional anti-drug operation.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The enormity of the threat and its implications necessitate a multilayered approach. Moreover, the successful implementation of the strategic decisions that have been adopted to address the problem cannot be ensured without the coordinated action and support of the United Nations agencies and other international and regional organizations dealing with transnational crime and, most important, extensive bilateral cooperation among all countries along the main trafficking routes. On the national level, for the past decade Armenia has developed effective multilateral cooperation in the fight against transnational organized crime and international terrorism. A network of bilateral agreements has been established with many countries.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this essential debate. We also join previous speakers in thanking the Secretary-General for his briefing. The frequency with which the Security Council addresses this issue signifies the urgency of the matter. Illicit cross-border flows are taking place on a massive scale and have an enormously harmful impact on security, human rights and social and economic development, in particular on developing countries. As such, securing borders against illicit flows must be a distinct aspect of the overall international peace and security agenda. Secure borders means non-proliferation; it means the compartmentalization of threats; and it means that threats are localized and their spread is prevented, making them much easier to overcome.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is unethical to deliver such defamatory statements in the Council, which serve no other purpose than to shatter the hope for peaceful coexistence between peoples. Rather than deliver such an appalling statement as a propaganda tool, Azerbaijan should focus, as I said earlier, on cooperating with the co-Chairs and missions of the Minsk Group of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and do its part in conducting the investigation pursuant to the statement issued by the Armenian, Russian and Azerbaijani Presidents at their Sochi meeting in March 2011. The Azerbaijani side should realize that such cheap shots and statements are not only unconvincing, but are shameful and will not be tolerated by this body.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I apologize for keeping the Council at work at this late hour, but I have asked for the floor again to exercise my right to make a further statement after hearing the brazen attempt by the representative of Azerbaijan to distract the Council's attention from the reality on the ground by shifting the responsibility for its own militaristic actions and ceasefire violations on others, whom it spares no effort in portraying as aggressors. It is deeply disappointing that, even after its election to membership of this responsible organ of the United Nations, Azerbaijan continues its irresponsible practice of putting the blame on others in order to hide its own crimes and provocations. Unfortunately, this has become a regular exercise for Azerbaijan.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Meanwhile, what the Azerbaijani representative failed to acknowledge is that Armenia has done exactly what the Security Council resolutions called on Armenia to do some 18 years ago, that is, to use its good offices with the leadership of Nagorny Karabakh to help find a peaceful solution to the conflict. I would like to stop at this stage. I think that my comments are more than enough for the representative of Azerbaijan to understand that the Council is respected for its serious exchanges. A meaningful exchange on the Nagorny Karabakh issue is within the format of the OSCE Minsk Group.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Also, the references to the four resolutions 822 (1993), 853 (1993), 874 (1993) and 884 (1993) on the Nagorny Karabakh conflict are a clear attempt by Azerbaijan to read those resolutions and apply them selectively in a partial and self-serving manner. Indeed, Azerbaijan is itself in violation of those resolutions, which urge the parties concerned to pursue negotiations within the framework of the Minsk Group of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), as well as through different contacts between them. Azerbaijan's refusal to engage in direct negotiations with the elected representatives of Nagorny Karabakh is one of the main impediments to the resolution of the conflict referred to by the representative of Azerbaijan.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Having followed the discussions that evolved in a very constructive manner, which is to be particularly appreciated given the participation of countries that are not often in agreement with each other, one cannot but regret the continuation of the policy of repeating an unchanged rhetoric by the delegation of Azerbaijan. The reference to the so-called military aggression of Armenia is totally misleading. The resulting situation is a reaction of the people of Nagorny Karabakh to Azerbaijan's own decision to use military force to suppress the legitimate, just and peaceful quest of the people of Nagorny Karabakh to exercise the right to self-determination, guaranteed by international law and the United Nations Charter.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, although important steps have been taken towards our common goal of preventing and effectively responding to conflict-related sexual violence, much remains to be done. Armenia remains committed to working closely with the Council, the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General and the other relevant United Nations bodies toward this noble end.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“However, the focus of today's debate is conflict-related sexual violence in situations on the Council's agenda. It is our firm belief that the effectiveness of the work of the Council and its members arises in large part from its ability to focus on the agenda. It is unfortunate, then, that one representative used this debate, as inappropriate as this may be, as a forum to voice accusatory grievances with regard to the killing of civilians in Khojaly. As we tackle the important issue of conflict-related sexual violence, we must remain accurate, reliable and, most importantly, focused on the objective at hand in order to enhance protection and achieve effective results.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Such reporting and systematic data collection are critical, because crimes of sexual violence remain underreported due to stigmatization and fear of reprisals. We hope that such measures will promote accountability and that they will provide timely and reliable analyses based on which the Security Council can carry out its responsibility to protect civilians from conflict-related sexual violence. We cannot address sexual violence, however, by simply naming and punishing offenders. More fundamental changes are needed on institutional and societal levels as well. This week we will commemorate the tragic events that took place in Sumgait, where civilians were killed and horrendously sexually violated just because they were Armenian.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“During the past decade, particular attention has been paid to addressing some of the specific crimes experienced by women and girls during armed conflicts, namely, rape, trafficking, enforced prostitution and enslavement. It is critical to ensure accountability for past and present crimes, and to not grant immunity to perpetrators. Otherwise, we would be providing amnesty for future crimes. In that regard, Armenia is encouraged by the report of the Secretary- General, which for the first time includes an annex that lists the parties credibly suspected of committing or being responsible for patterns of rape and other forms of sexual violence in situations of armed conflict on the Council's agenda.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Although conflict- related sexual violence is not a women's issue, it is a known fact that a disproportionate number of victims of such violence are women and girls. Sexual violence affects all aspects of women's lives, compromising their well-being, security and basic human rights. It further exacerbates the inequities that women face and, in so doing, it threatens peace, security, development and post-conflict peacebuilding efforts. As such, addressing sexual violence demands a multilayered approach and requires involvement on the international, regional and national levels. We must identify the crime and bring those responsible to justice.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Allow me first to express my thanks to you, Mr. President, for convening this debate. Armenia fully supports the Security Council's recognition of the need to take effective measures to address conflict-related sexual violence. We welcome the recent report (S/2012/33) of the Secretary-General. My delegation also welcomes the presentation of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Margot Wallstrom, and we commend her tireless efforts and leadership. We are also grateful for the informative statements made by the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations and by Ms. Megheirbi. Today's debate addresses an urgent matter. More and more, we are witnessing a disturbing trend in the use of sexual violence as a political and military tool, the effects of which are grave and long-lasting, often alienating entire communities.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is a well-known fact that, in an increasing number of operations on the ground, the United Nations is calling on the services of relevant regional and subregional organizations, since in certain areas and in some cases these international actors are able to provide expertise and a better understanding of local particularities to complement that of the United Nations. While the Security Council has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of peace, relevant international organizations, including the Bretton Woods institutions, other multilateral actors and civil society, can play a significant role and contribute in a coordinated manner to the development and strengthening of the rule of law and the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The notion of the rule of law represents a concept that is diametrically opposed to rule by force or the use of force. This principle stipulates a framework for peaceful conflict resolution and democratic governance. Strengthening the rule of law based on justice and security therefore requires a deeper commitment and a broader vision of the future. Adherence to the principles of the non-use or threat of use of force, clearly and unequivocally declared by the parties concerned in conflict and post-conflict settings, is another crucial factor for creating an environment conducive to building mutual trust and achieving peace, justice and security. The rule of law is a concept at the very heart of the stated mission of the United Nations and other international organizations.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is commendable that the Council continues to focus on the responsibility of States to end impunity and to thoroughly investigate and prosecute persons responsible for genocide, crimes against humanity or other grave violations of international humanitarian law in order to avoid their recurrence and to seek justice and peace. Armenia attaches the utmost importance to the promotion of justice and the rule of law, as these values are indispensable to the maintenance of international and regional security and the protection of human rights. Moreover, systematic breaches of the rule of law contribute to violations of basic human rights and fundamental freedoms, including peoples' right to self-determination, which are among the major and most immediate causes of regional conflicts.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705Resumption1 (2012) · source
“A consensus emerged that the rule of law should be promoted at both the national and the international levels and based on the United Nations Charter, the norms of international law and the principles of good governance. In its presidential statement of June 2010, the Council recognized that "respect for international humanitarian law is an essential component of the rule of law in conflict situations and reaffirm[ed] its conviction that the protection of the civilian population in armed conflict should be an important aspect of any comprehensive strategy to resolve conflict" (S/PRST/20] 0/11). We share the views expressed by Council members and other speakers who have called for a more systematic approach to protection. We also trust that increased efforts to fight impunity at the national and international levels are essential.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I join previous speakers in thanking you, Sir, for having convened this debate, which serves as an engine for generating complex and open dialogue to analyse and examine the conceptual issue of the rule of law. We would also like to join previous speakers in thanking Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon for his active involvement in addressing this important subject and for his follow-up report (S/2011/634*). In recent years, the international community has stepped up its efforts to address the rule of law in conflict and post-conflict situations. Following the commitment to the rule of law made in the Outcome Document of the 2005 World Summit (General Assembly resolution 60/1), the rule of law was placed high on the United Nations and other international agendas.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705Resumption1 (2012) · source
“11-5866] It is also important for the Council to focus on the protection of civilians within the overall process of the peaceful resolution of disputes. Our approach must be built on the understanding that any comprehensive resolution should impartially and fully address the root causes of the conflict under discussion in order to prevent recurrence in the future. It should also provide reliable and adequate security protection guarantees to 11-58661 the populations concerned, thus ensuring their sustainable development.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We align ourselves with the statement made earlier in this Chamber that the best way to promote the protection of civilians is to promote the rule of law. The notion of the rule of law represents a concept that is diametrically opposed to the rule by force or the use of force. This principle stipulates a framework of peaceful conflict resolution and democratic governance. Strengthening the rule of law based on justice and accountability therefore requires a deeper commitment and a broader vision of the future. Ensuring such accountability and enhancing compliance with international legal obligations by the parties to a conflict should be viewed as a key element of the Council's responsibility to maintain international peace and security.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Council needs to send a clear message to all parties in armed conflicts, reminding them of their obligations and condemning violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. We welcome the fact that in the past the Security Council made several important decisions regarding the protection needs of vulnerable groups during armed conflicts. Unfortunately, despite the existence of international legal instruments and normative mechanisms, innocent civilians - including women and children, refugees and internally displaced persons- and international humanitarian personnel, continue to suffer in conflict situations. Armenia believes that the Security Council should further contribute to strengthening the rule of law and to upholding international law also by supporting criminal justice mechanisms.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We therefore share the views expressed by the Council members and other speakers calling for more systematic attention to protection. We believe that that should be completely reflected in the deliberations of this body. We also believe that increased efforts to fighting impunity at the national and international levels are essential. Armenia therefore welcomes the initiative of Portugal to hold this open debate. We see this as an opportunity to recap and reflect on the Council's past year of experience in addressing matters that involve the protection of civilians, as well as to highlight the priority aspects for united practical action. In a lessons learned process, this debate should also enable the Council to more effectively address specific concerns related to the protection of civil populations.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. President, thank you for organizing this essential debate. It is commendable that the Security Council has continued the practice of holding open debates on the protection of civilians, featuring presentations from the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights that offer analyses of the Council's action as compared with previous years and also touch upon important developments. We would like to join previous speakers in thanking Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, for his active involvement in addressing this important subject. The frequency with which the Council addresses this issue signifies the urgency of the matter and the need for the international community to fulfil its commitment to protecting civilians through the implementation of the provisions of international humanitarian law.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We believe that there are a number of ways to increase women's political participation through more gender-sensitive electoral laws and processes and the implementation of specific quotas and capacity- building programmes for female candidates, as well as awareness-raising among political parties and the general public. Meaningful policy changes can also be achieved through such means as technical assistance, as well as support for civil society and the media in monitoring and evaluating national actions taken in these areas. We will work closely with the United Nations and other institutions and organizations concerned to expand and implement the resolution 1325 (2000) agenda towards bettering the situation of women around the world, including those affected by armed conflict.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We would also like to take this opportunity to express the importance of women's political participation in times of peace and conflict alike, and at all stages of peaceful settlements. We have experienced this first-hand in our region. Representatives of Armenian and Azerbaijani women's non-governmental organizations have discussed ways of finding peaceful solutions to the Nagorno Karabakh issue. These peace dialogues have also been oriented towards implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). More meetings of both sides are expected to take place.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“It is a matter of concern that progress in addressing the many constraints on women's capacity to participate in sufficient numbers is still slow. In this regard, the most important agenda item is increasing the presence of women in decision- making processes. Women remain largely excluded, especially from efforts to find workable solutions to conflicts, and we should further promote their participation. The inclusion of women in all stages of the peace process guarantees a more lasting and representative settlement. That being the case, we should further promote their participation and recognize the important contributions that women have made to achieving transparent and accountable Governments in many countries.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In regard to its resolution 1325 (2000), over the past decade the Security Council has put in place a normative framework on women's participation in peace processes, the protection and promotion of women's human rights, the mainstreaming of gender equality, and perspectives in the context of armed conflict, peacebuilding and reconstruction. As the Secretary-General notes, many peace processes now regularly include consultations with many women's peace groups. In many post-conflict countries, the number of women in the Government has increased dramatically and they have used their public decision- making roles to advance women's rights. Despite this progress, however, much still needs to be addressed and accomplished, as the female voice is not always heard.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“First, Madam President, allow me to thank you for having convened this debate on a topic that my delegation is particularly glad to see addressed. Armenia aligns itself with the statement of the European Union delivered this morning, and I would like to make some brief observations in my national capacity. We join previous speakers in thanking the Secretary-General, Under-Secretary-General Michelle Bachelet and the President of the Economic and Social Council for their contributions. We also welcome the Secretary-General's report on women and peace and security (S/2011/598*), which includes guidance for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and for the use of the set of indicators for monitoring progress and implementing the framework, and we take note of the recommendations contained in the report.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This debate represents an opportunity to become engaged in a serious discussion on how to address issues of cross-border violations against children, reaching out to persistent violators. We believe that the commitment from Governments in addressing the issue of violations against children can also provide the impetus needed to begin to seriously address this matter. Child protection is everyone's responsibility, and the future of children is dependent on the actions we take today. The Government of Armenia is committed to doing its utmost and to constructively contributing to global efforts to promote this noble cause.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“After a high-level debate on peacekeeping, peacebuilding and conflict prevention in September 2010 (see S/PV.6389), the Council reaffirmed in its presidential statement the conviction that the "protection of civilians in armed conflict, particularly women and children, should be an important aspect of any comprehensive strategy to resolve conflicts" (S/PRST/2010/18). We share the view expressed in this Chamber that the Council should also focus on the application of targeted measures against persistent perpetrators of grave violations against children through the possible imposition of sanctions. My delegation therefore fully supports the adoption of today's resolution, which, inter alia, requests enhanced communication between the Working Group and the relevant Security Council sanctions Committees.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“For its part, the Working Group has showed renewed improvement in its working methods and continues to play an active role in mainstreaming the issue in the Council this year. It is unfortunate that, despite the legal safeguards in place, horrendous violations of children's rights, such as the use of child soldiers and the killing, maiming and rape of children still continue in many parts of the world. Obviously, it would be naive to expect that problems of such gravity could be resolved by the mere provisions of relevant legal norms.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Armenia therefore believes that concerted actions are necessary at the national, regional and international levels to put an end to such brutal actions and policies. At the same time, our efforts should complement each other, with all stakeholders utilizing the comparative advantages of their respective mandates and experiences. I would like to take this opportunity to express my Government's gratitude to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, for her tireless efforts to ensure that children can live and grow in peace and dignity. Ms. Coomaraswamy's role has been growing in recent years, with her field missions now serving multiple purposes, including the dissemination of the recommendations of the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Conflicts have devastating consequences on children, whose protection is of the utmost importance, deserves the attention of the international community, and should be a primary responsibility of all because it is a serious humanitarian concern and a significant security issue. The protection of children therefore requires a multidimensional and comprehensive approach. For Armenia, a country hosting tens of thousands of refugee children as a result of war and aggression imposed on us, this debate is of particular importance. In the early 19905, innocent Armenian civilians, in particular children, were subjected to a barrage of heavy artillery, missile shelling and bombing. We witnessed indiscriminate firing upon homes, schools, kindergartens, hospitals and even ambulances.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“I join previous speakers in thanking you, Mr. President, for convening this open debate and welcoming the presence of Minister Westervelle and other honourable foreign ministers earlier today, as well as the Executive Director of UNICEF. We also thank the Secretary-General for his report on children and armed conflict (S/201l/250), which focuses on the growing trend of attacks against schools and hospitals, and his recommendation that the Council expand the gateway to the annexes to include parties that attack or threaten to attack schools and hospitals. We welcome the recommendations and the positive developments referred to in the report. The report is a useful guide for coping with the continuing challenges in the implementation of resolutions 1612 (2005) and 1882 (2009) and other relevant documents of the Council.”
2011-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6581Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Armenia welcomes the French initiative to hold this open debate. It is an opportunity to recapitulate and reflect on the Council's past experiences in dealing with the issue of protection and to highlight priority aspects of the practical actions of the United Nations.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Today's debate also offers an opportunity for the Council to evaluate progress on key issues, such as the implementation of resolution 1894 (2009), and to indicate areas where further focus is needed, including the enhancement of compliance with international humanitarian law and the strengthening of accountability for its violation. Ensuring such accountability and enhancing compliance with international legal obligations by parties to a conflict should be viewed as key elements of the Council's responsibility to maintain international peace and security. Bettering the use of established sanctions regimes and implementing the binding resolutions that call upon all States to adopt national legislation for the prosecution of individuals responsible for genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes are important in this context.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Undoubtedly, the prosecution of those responsible for crimes committed against peaceful populations continues to be an urgent matter. We believe that the Security Council should further contribute to the strengthening of the rule of law and the upholding of international law by supporting criminal justice mechanisms. The relevant United Nations entities and international treaty bodies should also continue to play their important role. The priority at this point is to ensure the comprehensive and effective implementation of existing norms.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Therefore, we share the views expressed by Council members and other speakers calling for more systematic attention to protection, and we believe that it should be frequently reflected in the deliberations of the Security Council. We strongly condemn deliberate attacks on and the killing of civilians through the indiscriminate or disproportionate use of force, which is a gross violation of international humanitarian law in any conflict in any part of the world. In this context, increased efforts to fight impunity at the national and international levels are essential. It is unfortunate that, despite the existence of international legal instruments and normative mechanisms, innocent civilians, including women and children, as well as international humanitarian personnel, continue to suffer in conflict situations.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In this context, the Security Council should have clearly defined goals and priorities for its work. It is important that the Council, while preventing conflict, be focused on the protection of civilians within the overall process of peaceful resolution of disputes, because only by addressing the root causes of conflicts can sustainable peace be achieved, which in turn will contribute to the protection of civilians. The frequency with which the Security Council addresses this issue reflects the urgency of the matter and the need for the international community to fulfil its commitments to protecting civilians through the implementation of provisions of international humanitarian law.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this important discussion on a topic that has gained sound public and political acknowledgement. ll-33lll It is commendable that this body has continued its practice of holding open debates on the protection of civilians, featuring briefings by the Under- Secretaries-General and Assistant Secretary-General, which offer an analysis of the Council's action as compared with previous years and also touch upon important developments. In a lessons-learned process, this open debate should also enable the Council to more effectively address specific concerns related to the protection of civilian populations. The Council has to send a clear message to all parties in armed conflict regarding their obligation and condemning violations of international humanitarian and human rights law.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that respect, Armenia shares the common responsibility to support the Council as the centre- stage of dialogue and collective action to address the multiple challenges of security and development.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The experience of the past two decades in the South Caucasus shows that the rejection of regional economic cooperation and the imposition of closed borders and blockades do not create political solutions; to the contrary, they alienate peoples in the surrounding region and destroy their trust and hope for lasting peace. In order to achieve greater coherence in the region and expand the geographic area of cooperation, the South Caucasus needs to implement various initiatives and programmes sponsored by donor countries and organizations. In addition, international financial institutions, as well as private sector contributions, should to play a decisive role towards that end.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Today, the South Caucasus region continues to suffer from multiple challenges, and as a whole encounters great difficulties in making sufficient progress towards achieving regional security and development targets. Most important, the region is negatively impacted by the lack of full cooperation. Yet, we have not fully employed an essential resource that could bring us closer to peace, that is, sustainable development. One might question the value of embarking on such an effort in post-conflict situations where negotiations among the parties are ongoing. However, international experience has shown that economic cooperation and interaction can be a valuable confidence-building measure, often leading to political adhesion. Examples can be found in Western and Eastern Europe and, increasingly, in Asia.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Security and development are already very broad concepts that encompass a number of elements. The range of factors that can influence the interplay between security and development is vast. As such, context is important and narrowing our focus is critical to enabling us to come up with effective policies and solutions on a practical level. The experience of international organizations dealing with conflict situations has demonstrated that lasting and sustainable peace will require a comprehensive package of solutions and an approach to security that takes into consideration both the root causes and the economic situation on the ground.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We also believe that this is another important opportunity to bring together all international actors with development mandates in order for all of us to examine the progress made and the challenges ahead, to reflect on the evolution of our cooperation in the recent past, and to share our experiences for the benefit of our concerted efforts towards those goals. As we take stock of the progress made in exploring the security-development nexus and related policies, we welcome the positive initiatives that have been implemented in this arena. However, many challenges, conceptual and practical alike, remain. While we all agree that security and development are interdependent, we must recognize that in many ways each is also a very distinct goal with its own unique challenges and policy implications.”
2011-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6479Resumption1 (2011) · source