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1. “At the behest of local powers, mercenaries continue to fuel conflict in Africa, contributing to the pillage of natural resources and the destabilization of power in the area. There are flagrant human rights violations, particularly of the right of peoples to self-determination. In that regard, we believe that our priorities for action should emphasize a redefinition of mercenary activity, a study on how mercenaries are used in terrorist attacks and how to strengthen the roles of the United Nations and the Security Council in the fight against the phenomenon of mercenarism.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

2. “Robust measures need to be taken against the home manufacture of firearms. What worries us today is the linkage between trade and other prohibited phenomena such as terrorism, organized crime, drug traffic, large- scale banditry in our cities and road blocks that are set up in some regions. More comprehensively, I wish to emphasize the need at the national, and possibly the subregional level, to adopt measures aimed at preventing conflict, because we know that disputes leading to civil wars or to similar situations are important factors in the proliferation and illicit circulation of light weapons. Despite the entry into force in 2001 of the United Nations convention on this matter, the use of mercenaries is one of the major concerns of most African States and of other areas of the globe.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

3. “Last October, under the presidency of Cameroon, the Council had organized a day of discussion devoted to the issue of small arms. On that occasion, several delegations recognized that the Security Council should play a greater role to ensure better control of the circulation of light weapons by establishing a permanent monitoring mechanism to follow up on embargoes and other sanctions regarding those weapons. Organizing the collection of light weapons and setting up small economic projects for groups and communities concerned could also be very useful if the international community were to support them. There is also a need to strengthen legislation at the national level with regard to firearms and the prohibition and use of firearms by security companies that are now proliferating in our countries.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

4. “In that context, the Council should take the necessary measures to provide assistance to States and subregional organizations, particularly African ones, to ensure that all African countries will rise to the same level of political awareness as nations of other regions in the area of the proliferation of small arms and light weapons. Furthermore, by insisting on the elaboration of an international instrument against the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons, in accordance with the above- mentioned plan of action, I would like once again to highlight that that is a strong recommendation, the immediate and effective implementation of which will undoubtedly constitute a decisive phase in our struggle against this scourge.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

5. “At the end of that meeting, we jointly adopted a plan of action to establish concrete measures at the national, regional and international levels to prevent, control and eliminate the illicit trade of small arms and light weapons in all its aspects. I felt compelled to make this digression to emphasize that this debate should not be considered a spontaneous occurrence, an act without precedence, but rather a significant moment, one stage of a dynamic, future-oriented and standard-setting process that has long been under way. We believe that this meeting is yet another opportunity for us to place particular emphasis on this issue and to reaffirm the role of the United Nations in collecting, classifying, sharing and disseminating information on illicit traffic in light weapons.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

6. “This awareness of the danger represented by portable arms led to the holding here in New York in July 2001 of the United Nations Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Lights Weapons in All Its Aspects. During that Conference, we all noted that the manufacture, transfer and illicit circulation of those weapons, as well as their excessive accumulation and uncontrolled proliferation, in numerous regions of the world, particularly in West Africa, constituted a grave threat to peace, security, stability, reconciliation and sustainable development at the individual, local, national, regional and international levels.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

7. “Mr. Ngoubeyou (Cameroon) (spoke in French): It is a genuine pleasure to see you, Sir, presiding over our work today. My country is proud of the spirit with which your country, Guinea, is guiding the Council's work in the particularly sensitive international environment of March 2003 that is known to us all. Also allow me to congratulate the Council through you, Sir, for taking this initiative. Holding a public debate on the question of the proliferation of small arms and light weapons and mercenary activities: threats to peace and security in West Africa should be placed within a larger context that began in the decade of the 1990s. In its debate on disarmament and micro-disarmament, the international community has given top priority to the proliferation of small arms and light weapons and related phenomenon.”

   2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720 (2003) · source

8. “Kofi Annan, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, to go to Iraq to speak with President Saddam Hussain on urgent ways and means to speed a peaceful resolution of this burning and crucial situation. The present situation, fraught with dangers for peace, calls on all of us. We must not await the inevitable before acting. Let us anticipate; let us act, today, here and now.”

   2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

9. “Finally, we appeal to every Member of the United Nations that might have information, documents or testimony about the possible presence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq to follow the example of the United States and to provide such information to the Security Council, which will be obliged to examine it and to take it into account in its future deliberations on the implementation of resolution 1441 (2002). At this critical time, when our time is becoming shorter, Cameroon welcomes the departure for Baghdad of Mr. Hans Blix and Mr. Mohammed ElBaradei on 8 February. But we wonder - under the grave circumstances that prevail, in which peace hangs in the balance - whether the time has not come for the Council to ask the Secretary-General, Mr.”

   2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

10. “May those who yesterday were able to convince Iraq resume that endeavour today, because tomorrow it may be too late. The disarmament of Iraq must not appear to be a confrontation between that country and the United States. Iraq's disarmament is of interest and of concern to the entire international community. It is therefore a matter between the Security Council - hence the United Nations - and Iraq. International law, multilateral diplomacy and collective action in the United Nations must be made to prevail within and in the framework of the United Nations. Moreover, the authorities appointed by the Security Council to gather information that will enable it to decide must be able to work calmly, free of media pressure and of heated discourse that feeds confusion and suspicion.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

11. “Within the framework of that mission, Iraq and its authorities must comply, without restriction or delay, with all the obligations imposed on it in the Security Council. We call upon and urge the Iraqi authorities to consider the current context in a responsible way, to realistically interpret what is being said, prepared and done with regard to Iraq. Once again, we call upon Iraq to cooperate fully and actively with UNMOVIC and with the IAEA. That is in Iraq's interest, and it is in the Iraqi people's interest. Because Iraq has violated many Council resolutions in the past, today it is up to Iraq to show compliance with them; it is up to Iraq to provide proof of its firm will to cooperate, to declare the state of its military-industrial infrastructure. It is up to the inspectors to verify the truth of that declaration.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

12. “As I said at the beginning of my statement, Cameroon understands and shares the concerns and the apprehensions of the United States, as well as its determination to disarm Iraq of weapons of mass destruction. Today, my country wishes above all to reaffirm that, for the United States as well as for the rest of the international community, war is not inevitable. Let us give the inspectors the time to utilize, to study and to verify the elements of information that have been presented to us. Cameroon believes that the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) must, as they have requested, continue their delicate mission with greater commitment and in a more robust way, using the most productive technological means.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

13. “And because we understand the matter thus, we are convinced that the United States - for the defence of its own interests and of those of the international community - will base its action in the spirit of the San Francisco Conference, which founded the United Nations. We are convinced that it, imbued with that spirit, will assume all of its responsibilities under the current circumstances, within the framework of, and in accordance with, the provisions of the Charter and of Security Council resolutions. Let us not forget: what we are dealing with is the maintenance of international peace and security. In that area, the central role entrusted to the Security Council by the Charter must be reaffirmed, preserved and respected. Indeed, it is up to the Council, in cohesion and in unity, to decide one way or the other.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

14. “Therefore, Cameroon, like other members of the Security Council and Member States of the United Nations, can only recommend the continuation and implementation of forceful, robust and decisive action to compel the Iraqi authorities to conform to the spirit and the letter of resolution 1441 (2002) - to cooperate fully with the inspection teams. Cameroon welcomes the attention, the interest and the commitment of the United States with regard to the eradication of all weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. The preservation of international peace and security, which underlies its determination, is an eminently noble and generous objective.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

15. “There are those - who are many - who advocate a peaceful settlement and a rejection of the use of arms. And there are those who advocate a military solution and who could be reinforced by the conduct of the Iraqi authorities, who, despite the seriousness of the situation, are so little inclined towards active, complete, sincere and unambiguous cooperation with the inspection missions. Both groups certainly assess the role and the mission that belongs to the Security Council. The Council is today considered to be a decisive player from whom the world expects a solution.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

16. “To date, the Iraqi crisis is the situation of highest profile in the annals of the Security Council, so attentive are international public opinion and the peoples of the entire world to the development and evolution of this situation. This is undoubtedly the first time since the Cuban missile crisis that the peoples of the entire world are assessing the two possible options in a crisis of this seriousness: a diplomatic and therefore peaceful settlement, or a war bringing in its wake the grave consequences that such an action holds for Iraq, the Middle East and the world. I am well aware that our Council does not deliberate or adopt resolutions under pressure from public opinion, even global opinion. But how can we ignore today the fact that the disarmament of Iraq is a divisive question revealing that there are two schools.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

17. “He decided to entrust Secretary of State Colin Powell, to whom we have just listened attentively, with presenting to the Security Council - and hence to the United Nations and the international community - "information and intelligence about Iraq's illegal weapons programme". The information is certainly troubling, at the least. We take note of it. It is now up to us to make the best use of that information, in the spirit of the process set out in Council resolution 1441 (2002) of 8 November 2002. The elements of information that have just been presented are useful, for they can facilitate, in particular, the inspection work now under way. In these conditions, would it not be appropriate to give the inspectors time to make use of this information? The Security Council is meeting once again on the issue of Iraq.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

18. “With respect to the question before the Council today, I would first like to offer you, Sir, the sincere congratulations of Cameroon upon your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. You may rest assured of my delegation's complete cooperation and support. I would also like to express my appreciation to France for its particularly dynamic and productive presidency. My country wishes to express its appreciation to the President of the United States, who, in his concern to act and consult with the United Nations, in his statement of 28 January 2003 requested the convening of this meeting of the Security Council.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

19. “Mr. Ngoubeyou (Cameroon) (spoke in French): At the outset, on behalf of Cameroon and its head of State, His Excellency Mr. Paul Biya, I wish to reiterate to the American people and Government our sincere condolences following the tragic death of seven astronauts on 1 February 2003 in the mid-flight explosion of the space shuttle Columbia. We particularly extend our sympathy to their bereaved and distressed families here in the United States, in Israel and in India. The conquest of space is one of the most important peaceful adventures in the history of all humankind. Therefore, the terrible catastrophe of Saturday affects us all very much.”

    2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source

20. “The attacks of 11 September, in striking more than 90 nations, have not only crystallized horror and fear but have also strengthened solidarity between nations. Henceforth, the campaign against terrorism should brook no complicity on the part of any State. At the historic Millennium Summit, we all made commitments to free humanity from fear - from all kinds of fear. Let us stay the course and remain united and determined in this lofty and legitimate struggle. As the Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel rightly said, "We are all in a train that could head towards a precipice. No one can get off, but all can contribute to stopping it."”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

21. “They also exploit the gaps in existing national and international legislation. This is why it is vitally important to strengthen legal norms against terrorism by completing the urgent work on a comprehensive convention on terrorism and a convention on the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism. This is all the more necessary given that the current legal provisions remain sectoral. The risk of one day seeing terrorists using weapons of mass destruction haunts us daily. The United Nations must promote the global ratification and application of the 12 international conventions to combat terrorism. I would like to reiterate that our campaign against terrorism must be comprehensive. If we are to succeed we must calm the international context and, as I have already said, remove injustices that fuel intolerance.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

22. “This is why Cameroon continues to support the idea of holding a high-level conference under the auspices of the United Nations to determine the common response of the international community to terrorism in all its forms and in all its manifestations. In this campaign, cooperation among States must play a fundamental role. Here, Cameroon believes that technical assistance is an area in which there is a need for greater emphasis and greater means. Specifically, Cameroon believes that international, regional and subregional organizations with proven expertise can play a crucial role in strengthening national capacities to combat terrorism. Terrorists of all stripes take full advantage of the disparities in logistic and technological resources that separate our respective States to escape being tracked down.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

23. “Cameroon welcomes here the largely positive results of the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). I would like to pay a well- deserved tribute to its chairman, Sir Jeremy Greenstock, and all the members of the bureau. I have no doubt that Spain, which will soon assume the Committee chair, will continue the work with the same efficiency and determination. The recent attacks in Moscow, Mombasa and Bali can only keep us vigilant. They have just reminded us that to be effective our efforts should be pursued consistently and tirelessly.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

24. “The Cameroon criminal code punishes both violations concerning terrorism and acts directed against the security of civil aviation. An anti-terrorist strategy has been elaborated. It is now being implemented and coordinated by a focal point at the presidential level designated by the head of State. The frequency, scope and magnitude of terrorist acts convince us of just how important and necessary it is to develop unswerving preventive and punitive policies to meet this scourge. Cameroon is firmly committed to this end. Our common security can be best guaranteed only if we struggle against terrorism together. Therefore, coherent, concerted and coordinated international action is essential. The United Nations, thanks to its universal nature, is the optimal framework for such a crusade.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

25. “Both afflict the majority of the world's people." My country is party to the vast majority of the existing international conventions to combat terrorism, and it fully adheres to the contractual measures taken by the United Nations, including the relevant Security Council resolutions, particularly 1373 (2001). Cameroon also confirms its adherence to and renews its full support for United Nations action through the Monitoring Group of the Sanctions Committee established under Security Council resolution 1267 (1999). The report submitted by my country to the Counter-Terrorism Committee confirms that Cameroon has a general legal framework conducive to the effective implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). Measures have been taken at all levels of State to guarantee the application of this historic resolution.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

26. “A steadfast and determined fighter against terrorism, the head of State of Cameroon addressed the nation and the diplomatic corps at the New Year celebrations on a single issue: the campaign against terrorism. One year ago, condemning terrorism, President Biya said: "We have an imperative duty to combat international terrorism in all its forms. The fear, hatred and intolerance that it fosters are both a major concern and a serious threat to international peace and security." On 3 January 2003, before the diplomatic corps, President Biya strongly reaffirmed: "There is especially a need to attack evil at its roots. Faced with fanaticism that knows no logic or morality, there is no other remedy than repression. On the other hand, we know that poverty and injustice are often breeding grounds for terrorism.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

27. “Poverty, hunger and insecurity grip us and slowly stifle and kill us. All the inequalities that ensue from this must be addressed thoroughly and immediately. The family of the United Nations is endeavouring to do so, and we welcome its efforts. Nothing can excuse the heinous thrust of terrorism. Terrorism, in whatever form, is unacceptable and must be firmly condemned. It inflicts untold suffering on humanity and seriously infringes on the dignity of the individual human being, which is the very foundation of the civilized world. This is why Cameroon, through its President, His Excellency Mr. Paul Biya, so strongly condemned the events of 11 September and is resolved to give its total support to the international coalition.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

28. “This meeting should enable us to develop the political momentum needed for the world coalition and to reaffirm the crucial role the United Nations must play in providing the legal and institutional framework in which the campaign against terrorist must be articulated. I would like to welcome the presence of Secretary- General Kofi Annan and thank him for his excellent statement, his pointed and profound remarks and pertinent analysis and suggestions in the area of combating terrorism. The United Nations was created to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war in its various forms - and terrorism is one of them. There can be no excuse or justification for terrorism. Of course, much injustice exists. Real frustrations become ingrained and trouble our consciences.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source

29. “Humanity, awakened after the tragic events of 11 September 2001, understands more clearly the cataclysm to which blind hatred, gratuitous violence and intolerance could lead the world. On 11 September 2002, the Council held a solemn meeting, presided over by the President of the Republic of Bulgaria, at which we paid, together and with the emotion proper to the occasion, tribute to the memory of the victims of the heinous terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001. I wish once again to express to the bereaved families the full solidarity of the people of Cameroon. Our decision to meet today at the ministerial level is clear evidence of our refusal to accept the situation and our resolve to tackle and to eliminate the tentacles of terrorism. I wish to thank and congratulate the French presidency for this very wise initiative.”

    2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source