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first: 2012-11-20
most recent: 2015-04-15
sittings or episodes: 72
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“Nonetheless, the crisis in eastern Ukraine is not merely a matter of public order but a political issue that must be resolved through genuine dialogue with all Ukrainian parties, with a view to ensuring sustainable peace and equal rights for all, including the Russian-speaking minority. To conclude, we reiterate our strong belief that while public meetings of the Council are important for its members to continue monitoring this crisis, the only way to solve the crisis in Ukraine is through the exercise of political will and the influence of all the countries and regional organizations involved, in order to ensure a political and diplomatic solution to the conflict.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7165 (2014) · source
“The OSCE monitors must be allowed to play a role and to fulfil their mandate, as stipulated in the joint declaration. In the meantime, Rwanda reiterates its call for respect for Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. We believe in the right to peaceful demonstration, but we firmly condemn the use of violence, the seizure of public buildings and the installation of illegal checkpoints by armed protesters. We therefore believe that Ukraine, like any other country, has a right to restore public order, provided that right is exercised in a proportionate manner.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7165 (2014) · source
“We condemn in the strongest terms the attempt made to assassinate Hennadiy Kernes, the Mayor of Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, as well as the illegal detention of the military monitors from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) and their Ukrainian staff, which is a serious violation of the current agreement, and we demand their immediate release. While we welcome the joint de-escalation measures agreed on in Geneva on 17 April and involving the main stakeholders as a step towards a tangible solution to the crisis, we are concerned about the fact that many of those measures have not been implemented. We urge all parties to implement their parts of the agreement, and especially to disarm all military groups and restore all seized buildings.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7165 (2014) · source
“I would like to thank you, Madam President, for convening this emergency meeting on Ukraine, and Mr. Jeffrey Feltman, Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his briefing on the developments in the situation in eastern Ukraine. We believe, however, that the Ukrainian people and the international community will not judge us on the number of public briefings we organize in the Council or the toughness of our statements, but on our political will and how we use our influence to effectively help Ukrainians resolve the crisis in their country. We are witnessing a situation that is deteriorating every day and leading slowly to an open war that might involve countries of the region and beyond. Indeed, the developments of the last few weeks are alarming and have immensely undermined the diplomatic efforts to defuse the situation.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7165 (2014) · source
“Once again, we reiterate our call on all parties to de-escalate the crisis and engage in genuine dialogue, with respect for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. In that regard, we look forward to the talks among Ukraine, the Russian Federation, the European Union and the United States of America to be held tomorrow in Geneva. We hope that the meeting will contribute to a sustainable political solution in Ukraine and the region. Let me conclude by saying that the people of Ukraine will judge us by our action, or lack of action. Failing them is not an option. It is time to support a truly Ukrainian-led solution, with the support of the region and the larger international community.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“It is time to ensure the inclusion and equal participation of all Ukrainians in public affairs, rather than adopting legislation regarding a lustration policy that would lead to further isolation and radicalism. In eastern Ukraine, the situation on the ground has deteriorated in the past few days, instigating a dire need for a viable political solution. We express concern about the seizure and illegal occupation of public buildings and infrastructure by armed protestors, and stress the need for security forces to avoid any excessive use of force while restoring the necessary public order. In the meantime, we are extremely concerned by the increased rhetoric and negative propaganda that have exacerbated a situation, and in some cases driven decisions taken to prevent the possibility of stakeholders reconciling.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“Nonetheless, it is our view that the international community still has a chance to prevent a further deterioration of the situation in Ukraine. We again welcome the establishment of a United Nations human rights monitoring mission in Ukraine, which we support. We believe that we can build on the work of the mission to support Ukraine in its efforts to build the State that Ukrainians deserve. It is incumbent on the Ukrainian Government and indeed a priority to build confidence between the authorities and the people and among the various communities, with a View to reassuring all people throughout Ukraine that their concerns will be addressed, especially the Russian-speaking community.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“I thank you, Madam President, for convening this briefing on the human rights situation in Ukraine. Ithank Mr. Ivan Simonovie, Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights, for his briefing and for his efforts in reporting and ensuring human rights in Ukraine. The report of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights issued yesterday indicates worrying patterns of human rights violations, mainly born of the current crisis. The report also indicates a culture of effective impunity, including torture, extortion, arbitrary detention and corruption. It is unfortunate that the situation has bloomed into a deadly crisis in which over 120 people have lost their lives due to gunfire and severe beatings, while 100 remain missing. The situation in Ukraine again proves that there are fault lines in our preventive measures.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“We commend the configuration for its activities and advocacy, and we support the proposed scale-down of the PBC engagement in Sierra Leone to a lighter and more responsive approach and the establishment of a small steering group composed of close partners of Sierra Leone. We believe that such a configuration will maintain international attention on Sierra Leone while preparing for the country's smooth exit from the PBC's agenda. To conclude, I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Jens Toyberg-Frandzen and the whole UNIPSIL team for a job well done in the service of Sierra Leone and the United Nations.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“In that regard, Rwanda welcomes the signing of the mutual accountability framework by the Government and development partners, confirming their commitment to working closely to strengthen Government-donor relations within the framework of the New Deal for Engagement in Fragile States. Also encouraging is the fact that development partners have discussed the post- UNIPSIL engagement with the Government and agreed on the development partners' continuing efforts during the transition, especially in support of the Agenda for Prosperity. As I said earlier, Sierra Leone's success should also be attributed to the PBC configuration chaired by Ambassador Rishchynski.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“We take this opportunity to echo the draft presidential statement to be adopted, which we endorse, and congratulate the Special Court for Sierra Leone on the completion of its mandate. Rwanda was honoured to be part of that process, having received convicts from the Court in our correctional facilities. Rwanda welcomes the positive socioeconomic advances in Sierra Leone, as well as the International Monetary Fund projection that gross domestic product will increase by 15 per cent in 2014 and by 12.4 per cent in 2015. In order to sustain peace and development and to create greater opportunities for all Sierra Leoneans, without any distinction, we encourage the Government of Sierra Leone to establish an attractive business environment and to combat all forms of corruption.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“Furthermore, we commend the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime for its support to the Government of Sierra Leone in implementing the West Africa Coast Initiative to combat transnational organized crime. Our country, Rwanda, which had to face the terrible consequences of the genocide committed against the Tutsi 20 years ago, highly appreciates the tremendous achievements of Sierra Leone in addressing transitional justice through the hybrid Truth and Reconciliation Commission. While every country emerging from conflict follows its own path in dealing with post- conflict challenges, it is clear that experience-sharing among fellow African countries is of paramount importance to ensure permanent peace on the continent.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“We hope that the national authorities, with the support of development partners, will soon complete the creation of a national infrastructure for peace to prevent and address conflict, and also implement the planned project to cement the culture of seeking peaceful solutions. In the meantime, Sierra Leone needs to continue strengthening its coordination with countries of the region in order to counter transnational organized crime and drug-trafficking. We therefore welcome the close coordination with the Economic Community of West African States and the Mano River Union in efforts to tackle transnational crime, ensure cross-border security and promote stability.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“However, as noted by the Secretary-General, Sierra Leone must build on these political gains and address the root causes of conflict, which are mainly related to poverty, corruption and political exclusion. In this respect, we call on the two major political parties in Sierra Leone - the All Peoples Congress and the Sierra Leone People's Party - to build on the positive trend and resolve their internal tensions through dialogue. In this context, we welcome the ongoing constitutional review aimed at addressing issues ofgovernance, human rights, natural resources and land tenure, but we call on all parties to conduct that process with diligence and to ensure public ownership through inclusive nationwide consultations. We note with satisfaction that the general security situation in Sierra Leone has remained calm and stable.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“We note with great satisfaction that Sierra Leone has successfully embarked on the path to sustainable security, democratic governance facilitated by strong institutions, respect for human rights and the rule of law, economic growth and regional cooperation. In this regard, we congratulate President Ernest Bai Koroma on his leadership and extend our congratulations to the Government and the resilient people of Sierra Leone. We especially commend President Koroma for his outreach efforts to promote political dialogue through his regular informal meetings with the 10 registered political parties in Sierra Leone. We believe that this will further reduce political tension and build harmony to the benefit of everyone, in particular as political space is increasingly being given to women and youth.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“Kamara, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Sierra Leone, and to thank him for the tremendous achievements registered by his country over the past 15 years. As UNIPSIL completes its mandate at the end of this month, we can say without the shadow of a doubt that, after 15 years of presence in Sierra Leone, the United Nations peace operations in that country have decisively achieved their goal of supporting Sierra Leone and its people. Despite the indelible scars left by the terrible civil war in Sierra Leone, the country has made remarkable progress, in particular in the security, political, socioeconomic and human rights sectors.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“I would like to thank Mr. Jens Anders Toyberg-Frandzen, Executive Representative of the Secretary-General for the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone, for his briefing and for the tremendous work he has done in ensuring the successful completion of the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone (UNIPSIL). I also wish to thank Ambassador Guillermo Rishchynski of Canada, Chairperson of the Peacebuilding Commission configuration for Sierra Leone, for briefing us, especially on his visit to the country from 25 to 28 February, and for his dedication in steering one of the most successful peacebuilding processes. I also take this opportunity to welcome Mr. Samura M.W.”
2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source
“We believe that its reconfiguration should be based on the dynamics on the ground, in line with the security and political conditions in the country. In that regard, Rwanda welcomes the Secretary-General's intention to undertake a full-scale strategic assessment, aimed at providing an updated and in-depth evaluation of conditions on the ground, on the recommendations of which the Security Council should base its decision about options for the drawdown. To conclude, I would like to say that Rwanda will continue to support the Government of Haiti in its reconstruction period, and, as a police-contributing country to MINUSTAH, we remain committed and stand ready to assist the Government in professionalizing its police forces.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“In that regard, we note that the Haitian humanitarian action plan for 2014 identifies a need for $169 million - intended to provide basic services for the remaining IDPs living in camps, and to address critical needs related to the cholera epidemic, food insecurity, nutrition, protection and disaster preparedness - of which only $6 million have been received. We call particularly on the Government and all partners to ensure reduction of the prevalence of acute malnutrition among children aged under five, which continues to affect more than 500,000 children. Concerning MINUSTAH's status, we take note of the five options presented by the Secretary-General for the Mission's reconfiguration after 2016.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“We commend the collaboration of the Government, the United Nations and non-governmental partners in that effort. We believe that with the support of international partners, all the survivors of the earthquake will soon be resettled. We also welcome the fact that the overall incidence of cholera has been halved since the disease first broke out in late 2010, and that severe food insecurity was brought down from 1.5 million people affected in early 2013 to 600,000 by the end of the year. We welcome the continued United Nations efforts to eliminate the cholera epidemic, and call on all stakeholders to continue to mobilize the necessary resources and assist in the efforts to treat and eliminate cholera in Haiti.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“The Secretary-General's report indicates, however, that the vast majority of reported rapes are never properly adjudicated, due to weaknesses in the courts, prosecution offices and police stations, but we have also taken note of the initiatives being taken to address the issue, including through capacity- building for judicial officers and putting proper structures in place within the police, with the support of MINUSTAH and the United Nations Development Programme. Regarding the humanitarian situation, although there are still more than 140,000 Haitians displaced by the 2010 earthquake, it is encouraging to hear that by the end of last year 90 per cent of the population displaced by the earthquake had left the internally displaced persons (IDP) camps.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“However, it is worrying that cases of rape continued to increase. We call on the Government, with MINUSTAH's support, to put in place strategies to ensure the protection of women and girls and reverse this trend. That said, we commend the National Police for its performance, which, with the support of MINUSTAH, has significantly improved the security situation in the country. Regarding promotion of the rule of law, we note that the National Police is increasingly proactive and visible. Its work has resulted in the dismantling of several criminal gangs.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“We particularly commend Haiti's political actors, civil society and the Conference Episcopale de Haiti for launching an inter-Haitian dialogue focusing on the three areas of concern: democratic governance, elections and amending the Constitution. We encourage all political actors in Haiti to consider this as a historic opportunity for building their State that they must commit to making work, however difficult that may be. The international community should continue to help Haiti as it prepares for the forthcoming elections. We are encouraged by the improved security situation in the country throughout the reporting period, as indicated by the crime statistics collected by the National Police and MINUSTAH. The year 2013 saw a stable marginal downward trend in major crimes compared to the previous year.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“As indicated in the Secretary- General's report (S/2014/162), Haiti has recorded remarkable progress in almost all areas - including in the political, security, humanitarian spheres and in the rule of law - despite the challenges that Haiti and its people continue to face. We are also encouraged by the Government's commitment to fostering a greater alignment of international assistance with national priorities, increased transparency and strengthened mutual accountability. Those efforts have contributed to the Haitian economy's fast recovery. Regarding the political situation, Rwanda congratulates the Haitian Parliament and President Michel Martelly on the adoption and promulgation on 10 December of an electoral law that has significantly de-escalated political tensions.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“I thank Ms. Sandra Honore, Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Haiti and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), for her briefing on the current developments in the country. I appreciate in particular her intensive engagement with the political decision-makers in Haiti, advocating for the continuity of democratic institutions, national dialogue, a consensual legislative agenda and progress towards the holding of free and fair elections. Rwanda would like to congratulate the leadership and the people of Haiti for their incredible resilience and for the spirit they have exhibited in the search for peace, stability, security and development, in particular since the 2010 earthquake.”
2014-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7147 (2014) · source
“We hope that with the implementation of the Geneva joint plan of action, the progress in the current talks for the comprehensive agreement and the full collaboration with the 1737 Committee, the Islamic Republic of Iran and other international stakeholders could play an important in ensuring that all sanctions that continue to harm the Iranian people are permanently lifted.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“We hope that the Iranian Government will have a better approach towards the Committee in 2014, which could amplify the current positive momentum. Similarly, Rwanda is concerned at reported violations of the sanctions regime by Member States and other entities. It is important for all actors to implement the sanctions regime in good faith and to work towards negotiated solutions. In that regard, we are concerned over reports on the interception in the Red Sea by Israeli forces ofa ship transporting ballistic missiles, reportedly of Iranian origin, to the Gaza Strip. We hope that the Panel of Experts will carry out a proper investigation in that regard. In conclusion, Rwanda looks forward to the final report of the Panel of Experts to be submitted in May.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“In the meantime, the sanctions regime remains in place, and the 1737 Committee shall continue to implement relevant resolutions of the Security Council with the assistance of the Panel of Experts. However, we urge all stakeholders - in particular, members of the P5+l - to avoid any decision that could undermine the current talks. As stated by the Committee Chair, last year Iran did not reply to two letters from the Committee regarding an incident investigated by the Panel ofExperts - the letter dated 12 April 2013, on the launched of the Shahab-l and Shahab-3 missiles during the Great Prophet VII exercises, in contravention of resolution 1929 (2010), and the letter 21 May, 2013, on an intercepted arms shipment in Yemen, in probably violation of resolution 1747 (2007).”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“In our view, every country has the right to develop nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, and in this context Rwanda appreciates the current positive momentum in the talks between the P5+1 and Iran. We take note of the initial steps taken and commitments undertaken by the Islamic Republic of Iran towards the implementation of the joint plan of action adopted in Geneva on 24 November 2013, and we hope that Tehran will continue fulfilling its obligations in that respect. We welcome the current spirit in ongoing negotiations aimed at reaching a comprehensive agreement that could permanently remove the threat that the Iranian nuclear programme poses to the countries of the region.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“Allow me to start by thanking Ambassador Gary Quinlan of Australia for his update of the 90-day report and for his able leadership of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). We encourage the Committee this year to continue working with Member States seeking guidance on the implementation of the sanctions regime. With the continued support of the Panel of Experts, Member States can be reassured of proper guidance towards implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council. We would like to reiterate our belief in the three pillars of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation ofNuclear Weapons: non-proliferation, disarmament and the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.”
2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source
“We look forward to continued good cooperation between the OSCE and the United Nations in maintaining peace and security in accordance with Chapter VIII ofthe Charter of the United Nations.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“We took note of the turn of events that followed the signing of that deal, namely, the moves by the Supreme Rada to release former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko from a prison hospital and to divest President Viktor Yanukovych. Nonetheless, we hope that all parties will implement the agreement in good faith, particularly by refraining from all kinds of violence and by putting in place a Government of national unity that will carry out the necessary constitutional and legal reforms, leading to presidential elections scheduled before the end of this year. We call on all international actors to respect the sovereignty of Ukraine and ensure that the process is Ukrainian-led and Ukrainian-owned. Finally, I would like to express my country's support for the vision and priorities of the Swiss Chairperson of the OSCE's work this year.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“I look forward to the positive outcome of the conference. On Ukraine, we are very alarmed by the ongoing situation in that OSCE member State. The situation has proved that it has the potential to take a dangerous twist, unfortunately leading to dozens of deaths and injuries and the destruction of property. We welcome the efforts of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office to find a peaceful solution to the crisis, including by proposing the establishment of an international contact group on Ukraine and the appointment of a special envoy to that country. We also commend Poland, Germany and France for brokering, on 21 February, the agreement on the settlement of the crisis in Ukraine between the Government and the opposition.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“Another important contribution of the OSCE that we value is its assistance in the destruction of surplus weapons left by the Cold War, especially in Ukraine and Georgia, as well as its support for arms control through its Forum for Security Cooperation. It is also very encouraging that the modernization of the Vienna Document and exchange of ideas on conventional arms control are among the priorities of the Swiss chairmanship. In the Balkans, we commend the active contribution ofthe OSCE in the recent municipal elections in Kosovo, its contribution to promoting the rule of law and its continued support of the Roma and Sinti minorities. With respect to the OSCE's efforts in combating transnational threats, I welcome the OSCE's intention to organize a conference in April on foreign fighters in other countries.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“Allow me also to express our appreciation for the important role that the OSCE is currently playing in facilitating various processes aimed at settling the crises and conflicts in its region, especially the continued efforts of the co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group to mediate on the Nagorno Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Rwanda supports the position contained in the joint statement of the Presidents of the OSCE Minsk Group co-Chair countries, issued on 18 June 2013, which reiterates that only a negotiated settlement can lead to peace, stability and reconciliation, opening opportunities for regional development and cooperation.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“We note the official launch of the "Helsinki-MO" project by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly in January. We look forward to the completion of the OSCE strategic document in 2015, and we hope that the conclusion of that exercise will help the organization to contribute to the maintenance of international peace and security in a more efficient manner. In the meantime, I would also like to encourage the OSCE to extend its cooperation to other regional organizations, mainly in the area of experience-sharing, most especially with the African Union, an organization that is evolving into a viable and irreplaceable partner for the maintenance of peace and security on the African continent.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“At the outset, I would like to welcome His Excellency Mr. Didier Burkhalter, President of the Swiss Confederation and Chairperson-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and thank him for his comprehensive briefing. I also congratulate his country on its assumption of the chairmanship of the OSCE for 2014. Almost 40 years since its establishment, the role of the OSCE, through its early-warning, conflict prevention, crisis management and post-conflict rehabilitation systems, has proved that the organization is one of the important partners of the United Nations in the maintenance of international peace and security. We also believe that such kinds of interactions with regional and subregional organizations are a good opportunity to strengthen the implementation of the mandates of those organizations.”
2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source
“That would strengthen their credibility while at the same time ensuring that the rule-of-law criterion is applied equally to all States, as highlighted in the Declaration of the High-level Meeting of the General Assembly of 24 September 2012 (General Assembly resolution 67/1).”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“In that respect, we do not believe, as we have stated on many occasions in the Council, that the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is a politicized court that has so far exclusively targeted Africans, could in any way contribute to the rule of law in our countries. In any case, it is difficult to argue that the ICC has strengthened the fight against impunity for the most serious crimes, given that the Court has issued only a single judgment in 12 years. To conclude, let me stress the importance of ensuring that international justice mechanisms are not politicized, but are conducted in a business- like, professional, impartial and fair manner, while complementing national jurisdictions.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“However, we are of the View that greater inclusion of concerned Government institutions would add value, given that such bodies better understand the local realities and possess data that are inaccessible to development partners. In Rwanda, joint governance assessments spearheaded by the Rwanda Government Board, the United Nations Development Programme, the European Union and many other development partners have been conducted every two years since 2006. Their results are credited with being accurate and objective. We think that that is a best practice that can be applied by other United Nations States Members. Rwanda believes that the rule of law flourishes or collapses at the national level. Let us all support national institution-building, if we are to strengthen the rule of law in Member States.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“We note with satisfaction the designation of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the United Nations Development Programme as a joint global focus point for the police, justice and corrections areas in the rule of law in post-conflict and other crisis situations. Rwanda looks forward to strengthened collaboration with the global focal point, not only as one of the leading troop- and police-contributing countries but also as the current Chair of the group of friends of corrections. We commend the ongoing efforts to strengthen national data collection and the country-level rule-of- law assessments conducted jointly by United Nations entities using an inter-disciplinary approach.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“We urge the United Nations Secretariat to go beyond the pilot stage and to apply the One UN system in all States Members of the United Nations. Furthermore, as former Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), Rwanda also appreciates the potential of the Commission to support peacebuilding activities in the countries on its agenda. Given its unique composition, its experience and its advisory role to the Security Council, we believe that the United Nations system should better coordinate with the PBC in order to strengthen the rule of law in countries emerging from conflict. We support the strengthened leadership and the new institutional arrangements in place for addressing the challenges faced in strengthening the rule of law.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“Governments that function within a constitutional framework and that allow the rule of law to flourish are much less likely to face renewed violence in any form. A fair legal framework that is backed by impartial enforcement and promotes the equality of all before the law offers combatants an alternative way out of war. In post-conflict situations, rule-of-law reforms have been characterized by a multiplicity of actors and largely uncoordinated projects. While such multiplicity is itselfan advantage, we believe that better coordination is needed if one is to achieve tangible results. For Rwanda, as one of the "Delivering as one" pilot countries, we can confirm that the coordination of all activities of United Nations agencies and programmes related to the rule of law generate more results with less recources.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“We acted fast to put in place law and order and provided venues for recourse, where both the perpetrators and the victims felt safe and that were credible for all to trust. Indeed, transitional justice should be one of the key focuses in post-conflict situations, in order both to confront and address the culture of violence and impunity following mass human rights violations and to begin a healing process within the community through truth, reconciliation, accountability and reparation. When planning transitional justice institutions, greater efforts should also be made to build the capacity of a country's justice system, which plays a crucial role in post-conflict transitional justice.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“From our own experience since 1994, we can testify that impunity is one of the factors that led to the genocide and that, indeed, impunity breeds criminality. As we commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis in Rwanda, I take this opportunity to commend the countries that have arrested and prosecuted perpetrators of that genocide. We urge all States harbouring genocide suspects, including leaders of the Forces democratiques de liberation du Rwanda, to arrest, extradite or try such suspects in their competent courts. In Rwanda, the prevailing lawlessness, the collapse of State institutions and anguish were among our immediate challenges after the genocide. Mastering those challenges was a good foundation for our nation-building.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“While there are many causes of that trend, the simple understanding is that either the arrangement in the conflict settlement did not address the root causes of the conflict or that post-conflict political institutions are not able to meet the challenges of rebuilding the society, including the establishment of effective and functioning institutions and reconciliation and accountability mechanisms. Rwanda recognizes the importance of the rule of law as a significant tool for conflict prevention, conflict resolution and peacebuilding. We believe that fighting impunity while strengthening national justice mechanisms for the fair and full protection of all promotes good governance, which mitigates conflict, helps reduce the risk relapsing into further conflict and creates the conditions conducive to development and peace.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“I thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this important open debate on the rule of law. We believe that this debate is a perfect continuation of the debate organized last month by the Jordanian presidency on war, its lessons and the search for a permanent peace (see S/PV.7105). Indeed, there can be no permanent peace in countries emerging from conflict without strong decisions, good governance and the rule of law. I also thank Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon for his briefing and for his tireless efforts in promoting the rule of law around the world. As the concept note for this debate (S/2014/75, annex) highlights, many countries that have experienced conflict face many challenges, including the potential for a relapse into conflict. Once a country experiences civil strife, it is prone to additional episodes of violence.”
2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source
“We believe, however, that mutual accountability and respect will contribute to greater effectiveness of development assistance and to stability and development in recipient States and entities. To conclude, as this is the last briefing to the Security Council by the EU High Representative in her current capacity, Rwanda would like to state that it appreciates the personal role she has played in promoting EU/United Nations cooperation and to peace and security in various parts of the world, in particular on the African continent.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“We believe that enhancing cooperation between the two organizations, as stressed by the presidential statement that was just adopted (S/PRST/20l4/4), will increase efficiency and avoid the duplication of efforts. It is only through enhanced cooperation with other actors, both at Headquarters and on the ground, that such cooperation will have great potential to achieve success in the maintenance of international peace and security. I cannot conclude my statement without expressing my country's appreciation for the European Union's role in assisting many countries in addressing the root causes of conflict in post-conflict reconstruction, including its support for poverty alleviation, capacity- building, education, the promotion of the rule of law and good governance.”
2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source
“Both organizations are often deployed in the same countries, but do not necessarily coordinate with each other, which in some situations creates parallel or co-located missions, where cooperation between the two organizations is minimal or even non-existent. In that regard, we can give the examples of Afghanistan, with the European Union Police Mission in Afghanistan and United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan; the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the European Union Advisory and Assistance Mission for Security Reform in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the European Union Police Mission in Kinshasa and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and Somalia, with Operation Atalanta and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia.”
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