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Negroponte

lines on the record: 568
first: 2001-11-13
most recent: 2004-06-08
sittings or episodes: 73
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“That will provide a supportive environment for the new Palestinian leadership to act decisively against terrorist organizations such as Hamas, Islamic Jihad and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade, which are intent on destroying the road map and the prospects for a two-State solution. In closing, I would like to underscore that the Government of Israel is already aware of the views of Council members on the issue of Mr. Arafat. In addition, Secretary of State Colin Powell stated recently that the United States does not support either the elimination of Mr. Arafat or his forced exile. We have conveyed our View to the Government of Israel and have cautioned against this. Quartet envoys met on 13 September to prepare for a meeting of principals in New York later this month.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“We will not support any resolution that evades the explicit threat to the Middle East peace process posed by Hamas and other such terrorist groups. The next Palestinian Prime Minister must have real political authority to act against terrorist organizations, as well as the tools to do so, including control over all the security organizations within the Palestinian Authority. The new Prime Minister and his Cabinet must demand that all acts of terrorism cease and insist that terrorist organizations and armed groups not under the control of the Palestinian Authority be outlawed and dismantled. For its part, we believe that Israel must move forward and fulfil its obligations and commitments under the road map.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“I think we all recognize the tragic dynamic in play in the Middle East. Each time a glimmer of hope - however dim - appears, a terrorist act seeks to extinguish it. The Council must take a clear stand against the actions of these terrorist groups and call for decisive action against them. In that regard, we commend the European Union for adopting a clear stance on Hamas earlier this month. Any Security Council resolution on the Middle East that we would support must contain a robust condemnation of acts of terrorism, an explicit condemnation of Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade as organizations responsible for acts of terrorism. Such a resolution must also call for the dismantling of the infrastructure that supports those terror operations, wherever located, consistent with resolution 1373 (2001).”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“I would like to join others in thanking Mr. Roed-Larsen for his very comprehensive briefing. Over the weekend the Secretary-General and the permanent members of the Security Council reaffirmed their commitment to the Quartet's road map and urged both sides to go forward with its implementation. While all parties have responsibilities in bringing peace to the Middle East, ending terrorism must be the highest priority. Those responsible for targeting civilians and obstructing the Quartet's efforts and Palestinian prospects for an independent State are known groups: Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade. The leaders and spokesmen of these groups have openly claimed credit for scores of terrorist bombings, most recently Hamas's bombings in Jerusalem on 19 August and 9 September and in Tel Aviv on 9 September.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“Twenty-three dedicated individuals who were engaged in helping the people of Iraq lost their lives. This was an attack on the entire civilized world and an immeasurable loss to the international community. This resolution recognizes and values the dedication and even heroism of those humanitarian workers serving worldwide who, day after day, knowingly risk their lives to reduce human suffering and further the cause of peace. We welcome its adoption.”
2003-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4814 (2003) · source
“Finally, we would note that operative paragraph 4 does not in itself create any new international legal obligations, but rather urges concerned parties to implement their existing international legal obligations relating to access, the provision of facilities and the promotion of safety, security and freedom of movement. In this connection, we recall that both the Hague Regulations and the Geneva Conventions recognize that, during a period of armed conflict, the extent to which a concerned party is able to allow such access, make available such facilities or promote the security of such personnel may be limited to those steps that are practicable and consistent with the security and operating environment. We are all deeply saddened by the tragic events that took place last week in Baghdad.”
2003-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4814 (2003) · source
“We note that the fourth preambular paragraph reaffirms the general rule that humanitarian and United Nations personnel should observe and respect the laws of the country in which they are operating. This paragraph makes clear that this general rule must be applied in accordance with international law, which may provide for special rules that govern the relationship between such personnel and the laws of the host State. We also note that operative paragraph 3 creates no new international legal obligations, but rather reaffirms the existing obligation of all parties involved in an armed conflict to comply fully with the rules and principles of international law applicable to them during armed conflict.”
2003-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4814 (2003) · source
“In Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi or Iraq, humanitarian workers willingly and courageously serve wherever need exists. As the Security Council, we count on them to carry out this body's mandates. They cannot carry out those mandates if they cannot operate in safety and it is right that we call for their protection in this resolution. This resolution moves beyond previous measures in focusing the Security Council's attention on both the prevention of attacks on humanitarian, United Nations and associated personnel and on the accountability of those who commit such acts. I would like to make a few observations about the consensus text.”
2003-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4814 (2003) · source
“We are pleased that the Security Council has adopted by consensus this important resolution regarding the protection of humanitarian personnel in conflict zones. The importance of the work done by humanitarian workers and the need to protect them has never been more evident. I wish to commend Ambassador Aguilar Zinser and our other Mexican colleagues for their tireless efforts to reach consensus. The efforts of the other sponsors are also appreciated. We live in a world where failed States, conflict, poverty, hunger and privation are all too common. Humanitarian personnel, United Nations personnel and associated personnel play a vital and indispensable role in easing suffering during times of conflict and hardship and in helping countries that are emerging from conflict to return to health.”
2003-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4814 (2003) · source
“In the face of this attempt to sabotage the future of Iraq, there is only one response available to us if we are to live up to the principles of our Charter. The members of this body must unreservedly stand together. We must invigorate our struggle against terrorism and aggressively implement measures to prevent and suppress acts of terrorism and we must solidify and enhance our support for security and stability in Iraq in order to foster an environment in which the people of Iraq freely determine their own future. Members of this body can best honour the legacy of those who died on Tuesday with a sustained and unwavering commitment to build a better Iraq.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“Just as with our civilian police and other security reform initiatives, the Iraqi people and the coalition welcome and need the participation of the international community in these efforts to help bring security and stability to Iraq. Many countries have already rallied to this effort. More than 30 nations have sent or committed forces to promote stability in Iraq, and we are continuing our efforts to secure contributions from others. The timing of Tuesday's attack was no accident. It occurred at a critical juncture, when the impact of initial plans and efforts has begun to take positive effect. A secure, democratic and stable Iraq is a threat and a target for those who would turn the clock back to the days of tyranny.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“We will need the help of other countries to build an effective and durable Iraqi police force. It is a basic task of security sector reform in Iraq to make permanent the demilitarization of the internal security structures of the Saddam regime. However, as it resumes full control of its affairs, Iraq will need a military for self-defence. Accordingly, we have started training the new Iraqi army. We are supporting Governing Council efforts to develop the institutional and legal framework necessary to ensure that the new Iraq's national security policy and national security institutions are under democratic, civilian control and can maintain Iraq's security in a secure region.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“We have taken major strides towards promoting a secure environment with an effective and professional police force. Tens of thousands of Iraqi police answered the call to return to work for the betterment of their country, and recruitment and training is under way to put thousands more on the streets. There are currently nearly 38,000 police officers patrolling throughout the country, some 6,000 of whom are in Baghdad. Our ultimate goal is to have approximately 65,000 police countrywide. We have also worked hard with the Iraqis to refurbish and reopen police stations, courts and prisons around the country. Some countries have already contributed expertise, trainers or equipment to support police programmes in Iraq, most notably Canada, Denmark, Singapore and South Korea.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“The coalition is buying wheat and barley crops from Iraqi farmers. Efforts are under way to establish an Iraqi trade bank and to put the banking system on line. Currency unification is set for the month of October. In the field of security, we have initiated programmes to enable Iraqis to develop a capacity to foil the saboteurs who target their electrical infrastructure, oil industry and other sectors critical to Iraq's renewal. For example, we are in the process of organizing an Iraqi civil defence corps to work with coalition forces on security tasks, and we have also hired several thousand Iraqis into the Facilities Protection Service to provide security for critical infrastructure, Government facilities and cultural and educational assets.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“For the first time in decades, Iraqi resources - including oil revenues, assets of the former regime and donor funds - are being spent for the benefit of the Iraqi people. The coalition, in coordination with the Governing Council, developed a budget for the remainder of 2003 of $6.1 billion. The Governing Council has now taken the lead in developing a budget for the year 2004. Allow me to highlight other important markers of progress. In all of these areas, the coalition has worked side by side with United Nations specialized agencies and, in many cases, the resulting achievements would not have been possible without their assistance and expertise. We are working to improve economic conditions. Salaries, pensions and emergency payments inject $20 million per month into the Iraqi economy.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“The rule of law, enshrined in a new constitution and grounded in respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, must supplant rule by terror. The police and army must be transformed from instruments of oppression and brutality into professional institutions capable of ensuring order and security. Resolution 1483 (2003) provided the framework for Iraq's regeneration. Since its adoption, one of the most significant accomplishments was the formation on 13 July of the 25-member Governing Council. It is now up to the Governing Council to guide the country through the sequence of events, naming ministers for an interim Government, drafting a constitution and holding elections that will lead to an internationally recognized representative Government.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“With concrete support from the international community, the Iraqi people will realize the potential of their great nation. However, as Tuesday's attack painfully illustrates, we should be under no illusions about the enormity of the task. Thirty years of unbridled tyranny have scarred and stunted the Iraqi body politic. The sustained lack of investment in human and material infrastructure has left Iraq ill equipped to meet the needs and challenges of the twenty-first century. Iraq must transform its failed statist economy into a functioning market-based system. Basic services must be fully restored, improved and expanded. The voice of the Iraqi people must be reclaimed from enforced silence and speak freely in a civil society through responsible media and through local and national elections.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“While we do not yet know the identities of those who perpetrated this hateful attack, we can surmise their motives: to restore the brutal reign of terror of the Saddam regime and the Baath party; to terrify those who wish to work with the international community to build a free and democratic Iraq; to create a new battleground in the global war between terrorists and civilized nations; to prevent the emergence of a new Iraq whose people live at peace among themselves and with their neighbours; and to threaten the foundation carefully laid since Iraq's liberation. The Iraqi people, the coalition, the United Nations and others in the international community have laboured mightily over the past few months to build a new Iraq.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“United Nations employees who freely choose to help in Iraq are unarmed civilian professionals who have devoted their talents and energies to public service. These good people are men and women from every background who lend a hand when we call. They are no man's enemy. On behalf of the United States and the American people, I extend our deepest sympathies to the victims and their families. I also want to assure the Council that coalition forces are working closely with United Nations officials to ensure that the injured receive appropriate medical care. We greatly appreciate the many offers of assistance from other nations with the difficult - indeed, heartwrenching - work at the site of the attack.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“But, like everyone gathered here, as well as friends and colleagues in countries all over the world, our step is a little slower today, our smiles a bit forced, as we begin to come to grips with the truly inestimable loss of Sergio Vieira de Mello and other United Nations officials and Iraqi staff members who perished on Tuesday. It has been only three short months since resolution 1483 (2003) was adopted and, in that brief period, Sergio and his devoted staff energetically seized the mandate awarded by the Council and forged a path for United Nations contributions to Iraq's reconstruction. For nearly 60 years, the United Nations has been a partner and friend to people in need all over the world.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“On 22 May, this body joined together to help the Iraqi people recover from decades of repression, wilful neglect and isolation. We adopted a framework to enable the Coalition Provisional Authority, the United Nations Member States and others in the international community to contribute to Iraq's reconstruction. At that time, my Government and the United Kingdom committed to informing the Council on a quarterly basis of progress in implementing resolution 1483 (2003). We had looked forward to this opportunity to inform the Council in detail about coalition activities and efforts to illustrate our commitment to fostering the conditions in which the Iraqi people could chart their own future and to seek the Council's continued support for this unprecedented undertaking.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“The Secretary-General recommended the creation of a United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq to better enable the United Nations to fulfil its responsibility under resolution 1483 (2003); we fully support the Secretary-General's request.”
2003-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4808 (2003) · source
“Through the resolution that we have just adopted, the Security Council has made clear that we heard the Governing Council's message and that we will work with it as a broadly representative partner - a partner with which the United Nations and the international community can engage so as to support it in its endeavours to build a better Iraq. The resolution helps pave the way towards the peace, stability and democracy that the long-afflicted Iraqi people so richly deserve. It also sends a clear signal to those who oppose the political transformation under way in Iraq that they are out of step with world opinion. In this resolution we endorse again the vital role that the United Nations is playing in Iraq.”
2003-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4808 (2003) · source
“The text that we have just adopted as Security Council resolution 1500 (2003) deals with two specific issues: the Governing Council of Iraq and the United Nations Assistance Mission for that country. In its expression of support for the Governing Council of Iraq, the resolution hastens the day when the people of Iraq will be in full command of their own affairs - a condition that they have not known for some three decades. When the Governing Council representatives came to speak before the Security Council on 22 July, they took an important step in the process of reaching out to the international community to communicate their dreams and aspirations for the Iraqi people and, equally important, their plans to achieve those aspirations.”
2003-08-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4808 (2003) · source
“The Multinational Force, starting with the Nigerian battalion that is leaving UNAMSIL, can now deploy confident of the support of the Council and in the knowledge that planning for a follow-on United Nations peacekeeping force is under way. Finally, I would simply note that, in order to deal with the demands of this urgent situation, we ask the Secretary-General to direct his Special Representative for Liberia to establish a presence in Liberia as soon as possible.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“Their presence will support the implementation of the 17 June ceasefire agreement, including establishing conditions for initial stages of disarmament and demobilization activities. Very importantly, peacekeepers will safeguard security in the wake of Charles Taylor's departure from the Liberian presidency. I cannot emphasize enough how crucial it is for Taylor to leave now. Furthermore, it is imperative that all Liberian parties who are signatories to the 17 June ceasefire agreement - in particular the leadership of the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy (LURD) and of the Movement of Democracy in Liberia (MODEL) - immediately and scrupulously uphold the 17 June ceasefire agreement. In that regard, all Liberian parties must cooperate fully with the Multinational Force and ensure the Force's safety and security in Liberia.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“President Bush has directed the Secretary of Defense to position appropriate military capabilities to support the deployment of an ECOWAS force. A United States Marines force will shortly reach the coast off Liberia. A first ECOWAS reconnaissance team has arrived in Monrovia. As part of the ECOWAS vanguard for the Multinational Force, a first Nigerian battalion is set to move into Liberia as soon as Monday. Clearly, there was a manifest need for the Council to adopt this resolution quickly. As the security situation deteriorates, humanitarian conditions - already appalling - continue to worsen at a devastating pace. Peacekeepers on the ground will secure the environment for the delivery of humanitarian assistance.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“We are confident that the committed efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Jacques Klein, backed fully by the will of the Council and the resources of the Secretariat, will significantly advance this critical deployment. The Multinational Force and a follow-on United Nations peacekeeping operation go hand in hand. The Multinational Force is a crucial short-term bridge to our goal of placing United Nations peacekeepers on the ground in Liberia as soon as possible. We appreciate the willingness of many of the West African States to assist in the vital task of restoring peace to Liberia. I would like to take special note of Nigeria's commitment of two battalions for immediate deployment. The United States is pleased to provide support for those deploying units.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“We ask all Member States to show their support through contributions to the staffing, funding and sustenance of the Multinational Force and the United Nations peacekeeping mission to follow. This resolution will permit the Multinational Force to deploy in Liberia under the authority of Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. It also sets in motion the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission. The resolution authorizes the peacekeeping forces in Sierra Leone to provide support to the initial phase of ECOWAS deployment without jeopardizing the continuing mission of the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL), and it authorizes the Secretary-General to take immediate steps to begin to prepare for deployment of a follow-on United Nations peacekeeping mission.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“Mr. President, I join you and others in welcoming the Secretary-General in our midst. I thank him for his presence on this occasion. The United States is gratified by the swift action taken by the Security Council in adopting this important resolution on Liberia, introduced by my delegation. Our sponsorship of this resolution reflects the importance that the United States places on finding the right and effective means to bring peace to Liberia. It is our conclusion that an effective response demands intensive involvement by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the rest of the international community, anchored by the United Nations. The United States will do its part to support this endeavour.”
2003-08-01 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4803 (2003) · source
“We especially appreciate the efforts of the Secretary-General's Personal Envoy, Mr. James Baker, in achieving this important step forward towards resolution of the long- standing Western Sahara dispute.”
2003-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4801 (2003) · source
“The resolution we have adopted today responds to the Secretary-General's recommendations on the way ahead in the Western Sahara. This resolution represents a considered recommendation of the Council to the parties and neighbouring States but does not constitute an imposition. All Council members support the peace plan for the self-determination of the people of Western Sahara as an optimum political solution to this long- standing dispute of nearly 30 years. The peace plan is a fair and balanced compromise giving each party some, but not all, of what it wants. We call on the parties and the neighbouring States to seize the opportunity presented by the plan and to cooperate closely and actively with the Secretary- General and his Personal Envoy, and with each other, to follow up this important resolution.”
2003-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4801 (2003) · source
“It is a big job, and among the United Nations most important long-term tasks. Resolution 1455 (2003) is a demanding resolution. The expectations it set forth are unique in many ways, and have required significant investment in time by Committee experts and the Sanctions Branch of the Secretariat - and especially by Ambassador Munoz and the Chilean Mission. We appreciate that hard work. Improved sanctions implementation - made possible by vigilant Security Council oversight and better responsiveness by Member States - will send the right message to all Governments and translate into improved implementation. Successfully countering the Al Qaeda threat - a deadly threat to all of us - demands as much.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“The United States remains strongly committed to help willing States achieve greater counter-terrorism successes. Increased assistance and capacity building is key in that effort. The work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee in matching available capacity with stated needs represents a critical step in that regard. We also emphasize that States unwilling to implement their obligations, whatever the reason, must be encouraged and, if necessary, pressured to do more. The international community cannot allow intransigence by some to be the weak link that undermines our shared counter-terrorism efforts. We welcome the results achieved thus far by the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), and support maintaining its robust counter- terrorism approach under the able leadership of Ambassador Mufioz.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“We strongly encourage willing and able States to do more, my own Government included. For example, the United States can do better in a number of areas. We are still learning how to better address the threats at our borders, in our skies and across our territory. Our new Department of Homeland Security has invested significant resources to monitor the flow of information and targeted individuals moving into and out of our country. We remain concerned about the status of our seaports, an area of recognized vulnerability that our Congress has spent time investigating. We also realize that coordination with our geographic neighbours - Canada and Mexico - must be supplemented by robust international cooperation that extends beyond our nation's physical boundaries.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Instead, we anticipate the December 2003 written assessment to be a robust analysis containing an array of recommendations for consideration by the Council, including on issues such as hawala and charities, which are important themes identified by the Monitoring Group. Ambassador Mufioz's travel planned for October will usefully frame the Committee's remaining work and his end-of-the-year assessment to the Council, as well as send an important political signal to key capitals. He, as Committee Chairman - and we, as the Council - should not shy away from asking tough questions. The United States believes that counter- terrorism expectations for Member States should remain high. We all can, and should, strengthen efforts to meet the ongoing challenge that Al Qaeda poses.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“We are disappointed that more States have not taken the opportunity to convey information that is essential to improving the sanctions regime. Given the magnitude of the Al Qaeda threat, a 30 per cent response rate is inadequate, and hampers the Committee's ability to do its work. We encourage the Committee to seek additional information from States as necessary. Member States' successes and challenges need to be addressed through closer examination of those reports. Where there are gaps in capacity, we must find better ways to address them. The work of the Committee established under resolution 1267 (1999), in the remainder of 2003, will result in a concrete assessment of Member State implementation of that key sanctions regime. That should not be a pro forma exercise.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“Approximately $135 million in terrorist assets have been frozen worldwide since the tragic events of 11 September 2001. While that is a sizeable figure, we recognize that more can be done to find, follow and freeze terrorist funds. Continued success in tracking terrorist financing will require international vigilance. We note, however, that 39 Member States have not yet introduced domestic legislation enabling terrorist-linked assets to be frozen. The United States urges those States to enact appropriate laws, in line with Security Council expectations. The regulation of informal money transfer systems, such as hawala, also warrants closer Council attention. The reports called for under resolution 1455 (2003) constitute a crucially important part of the Committee's work.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“The United States considers the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) to be a central part of the international community's counter-terrorism efforts. Secretary of State Colin Powell's comments during the ministerial meeting on terrorism held on 20 January clearly underscored that point when he welcomed the unanimous adoption of resolution 1455 (2003), which reinforced sanctions that are both targeted and without time limits. The Secretary said then, and it is worth repeating now, that "The international community could not have sent a stronger message of its determination to stamp out terrorism." (S/PV.4688, p. I 9). We must keep up that momentum. Freezing terrorist assets remains a top priority of the Government of the United States.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“I, too, would like to welcome Ambassador Munoz in his new capacity as Chairman of the sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) relative to Al Qaeda and the Taliban. The United States appreciates receiving his informative briefing on the important work of the Committee for the first half of this year. Ambassador Mufioz is right to underscore the serious threat that Al Qaeda continues to represent across borders. Its terrorist activities in 2003 serve as a tragic reminder that our counter-terrorism work remains unfinished. Attacks in diverse parts of the world reflect the true global dimension of the Al Qaeda network. They also serve to remind us that only through international cooperation can we prevent future attacks. No single nation can counter the Al Qaeda threat on its own; partnership is essential.”
2003-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4798 (2003) · source
“We applaud the efforts of the armed forces of Cote d'Ivoire, working in conjunction with the military stabilization force of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in C6te d'Ivoire and the French military unit in carrying out Operation Licorne, an effort to seal the C6te d'Ivoire-Liberia border. That operation has helped to hinder further munitions and arms from reaching the combatants in the deplorable civil strife in Liberia. Lastly, we should like to thank the Prime Minister for his Government's cooperation with the United Nations military liaison presence in Cote d'Ivoire and for welcoming the Security Council's mission to Abidjan. We also can support the draft presidential statement submitted by France.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“We would like to join other members in welcoming Prime Minister Diarra to the Security Council today, and take this opportunity to express the support of the United States for his efforts in moving the reconciliation process forward in Cote d'Ivoire. We listened with interest to his presentation of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programme, an integral part of that process. The United States fully supports the implementation of the Linas-Marcoussis accords and the Prime Minister's efforts in that regard, and urges that he continue to look for ways to accelerate the implementation process. The latter would include the prompt appointment of permanent defence and interior ministers.”
2003-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4793 (2003) · source
“Given the important work that remains to be done, it is essential that the CTC continue to receive the support of, and cooperation from, Member States and the broader international community it has received so far. In addition, given the CTC's various tasks, it is time to start thinking about how the CTC can best accomplish them. The CTC plays a leading role in building the capacity of all States to fight terrorism. We should seek to ensure that the Committee has what it needs to be as effective as possible.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“In short, while the CTC has made important contributions to the fight against terrorism, it still has a lot of work to do in three core areas: reviewing and assessing States' written submissions, facilitating and coordinating counter-terrorism assistance and expanding cooperation with more than 60 international, regional and subregional organizations. In addition to that work, we believe that the Committee, including through its experts, should soon begin to visit capitals that may benefit from a discussion of the matters that need to be tackled to further the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and of the assistance that might be available.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“The implementation of resolution 1373 (2001), however, ultimately requires more than submitting reports to the CTC, adopting laws and regulations and putting in place the proper structures to fight terrorism. Implementation of the resolution requires that States apply those laws and regulations and use those structures against all who are suspected of committing terrorist acts, including acts of indiscriminate violence against civilians, regardless of motive or cause. It requires that States cooperate with other States in the apprehension, investigation and prosecution of all suspected terrorists. Those States that do not do all they can to combat terrorism put all States at risk, as the international community's capacity to fight terrorism is only as strong as its weakest link.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“Although a number of States have taken strides towards the implementation of different aspects of resolution 1373 (2001), many still do not have adequate legislation in place to combat terrorism- whether that concerns the regulation of the banking sector, charities, or the monitoring of borders. In addition, although all States have submitted a report to the CTC, some of those reports contain little evidence of efforts to implement the resolution, and some States are late in submitting follow-up reports. As long as a few States are not acting quickly enough to raise their capacity to combat terrorism, we all remain vulnerable. The terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 and those that have taken place since then highlight this fact.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“Given the number of important international peace and security issues before the Council, there is a risk that the Council's focus on combating terrorism will not be sufficiently intense. Through its steady work and quarterly briefings to the Council, the Committee has ensured that the Council continues to lead in the worldwide effort to build counter-terrorism capability. However, the Committee has a lot of work ahead of it. For example, while 35 States have become parties to all 12 international conventions and protocols since the Committee began its work - a very important achievement - over 150 more still need to do so.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“They include assembling a substantial body of relevant information about worldwide counter-terrorism capacity; maintaining an open-ended and increasingly focused dialogue with Member States about the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001); determining which countries need what counter-terrorism assistance, and helping to match such countries with donors; and acting as coordinator among other international organizations in the field of counter- terrorism, thereby working to raise the capacity of all Member States in this area. Perhaps one of the Committee's most important contributions has been to ensure that the issue of counter-terrorism remains high on the Council's agenda.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“We would like, first of all, to congratulate you, Mr. President, as Chairman of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), upon the completion of your first three months in the leadership of the Committee. We believe that the transition from the previous chairmanship has been seamless and that through your vigorous and committed leadership and creativity the work of the CTC has continued to progress. Of course, we would also like to thank the Spanish Mission and the members of your dedicated team who have been supporting you in this effort, as well as CTC experts and members of the Secretariat. They deserve our thanks for their ongoing contributions to the CTC's success. As we endorse the work programme for the next 90 days, it is worth recalling some of the accomplishments since the CTC was established more than 20 months ago.”
2003-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4792 (2003) · source
“The opportunity now exists for the Iraqi people to create the conditions for a stable, prosperous and democratic Iraq, and we must help them to meet that challenge.”
2003-07-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4791 (2003) · source