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Nikolov

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14
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2002-07-30
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2004-03-18
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  1. “My Government strongly condemns extremism, no matter where it comes from. It can only cause further escalation of the situation, which will not contribute to the normalization of the situation and could have further negative implications in the region. We fully support the efforts of UNMIK and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Harri Holkeri, as well as those of KFOR and the rest of the international community, to calm the situation immediately. Let me emphasize once again that the recent tragic developments in Kosovo are only minimizing the efforts of the international community to democratize the situation in Kosovo, to fully implement the policy of "standards before status" and to continue the necessary dialogue.”

    2004-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4928 (2004) · source

  2. “I would like to express my Government's deep regret and strong condemnation at the escalation of the violence between Kosovo Albanians and Kosovo Serbs in Mitrovica, Lipljane, Pec, anilane and other places, which has already claimed lives and caused hundreds of injuries among civilians, KFOR soldiers and civilian police of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We urge the people of Kosovo to demonstrate wisdom and to restore calm and normalcy. It is of great importance and immediate priority to stop the violence, which jeopardizes Kosovo's stability and security and undermines the efforts made and the achievements accomplished in the process of building a stable, democratic and multi- ethnic Kosovo. The destabilization of Kosovo could also jeopardize the situation in the region as a whole.”

    2004-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4928 (2004) · source

  3. “Permit me at the outset to join other speakers in welcoming the presence of the Secretary- General, Foreign Minister Svilanovic of Serbia and Montenegro and Foreign Minister Fischer of Germany. Allow me also to join those who have associated themselves with the statement made by the Permanent Representative of Ireland on behalf of the European Union. The Government of the Republic of Macedonia is following the situation in Kosovo with great concern. Yesterday's tragic developments run counter to the efforts of the international community and the people of Kosovo for further democratization and for the stabilization of the situation in Kosovo.”

    2004-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4928 (2004) · source

  4. “In conclusion, we call upon the Security Council to once again take the necessary and appropriate action in response to Iraq's continuing threat to international peace and security. In that context, my country would like to reiterate its support for the actions of the international community against this common danger.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  5. “However, the international community should not tolerate any more deceit from the Iraqi regime. Although Security Council resolution 1441 (2002) represented the final opportunity for disarmament and peace, Iraq has done everything to prevent or avoid its implementation. Therefore, my country considers that the draft resolution submitted for the consideration of the Security Council is an effective means to increase pressure on Iraq to comply with the relevant resolutions of the Security Council. We support the proposals contained therein for setting clear deadlines and concrete disarmament demands that Iraq must implement immediately, actively, fully and unconditionally, or face serious consequences, including the use of force, as a last resort, if it continues to violate its obligations.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  6. “We have supported the international community in exploring all options and opportunities to resolve this issue in a peaceful manner. However, it has now become clear that the threat remains and that Iraq is in continuing material breach of Security Council resolutions, including United Nations resolution 1441 (2002), adopted unanimously in November 2002. That is why the Republic of Macedonia considers that the Security Council must act in an even firmer manner this time. The inspection process in Iraq cannot go on indefinitely. Political pressure and the real threat of the use of force have proven to be the right mechanisms and have yielded results in the intensity of cooperation of Saddam's regime and its respect for the decisions of the Security Council.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  7. “That is why we appeal once again, as we already stated in the Security Council open debate on this issue three weeks ago, that Council members should seek the broadest possible consensus for achieving the objective of the immediate, full and unconditional disarmament of Iraq, in accordance with Security Council resolution 1441 (2002). From what we heard in the most recent reports from Mr. Blix and Mr. ElBaradei, while there may have been some important steps, the Iraqi regime is continuing its delays and obstructions on substance in the inspections of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). It is clear that Iraqi cooperation has been unwilling with respect to the demands of the international community.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  8. “Mr. President, let me first congratulate Guinea on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month, at a time when very important decisions are to be made. As we review the recent developments regarding the situation in Iraq, the international community is faced with very complex decisions that relate not only to the objective of disarming the Iraqi regime but also, more importantly, to the future of the collective security system of the United Nations, which is founded on the unity of the Security Council.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

  9. “In that regard, the roles of UNMIK under Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and of the Special Representative are of the utmost importance in preventing possible consequences that could not only affect regional security but could also be considered as attempts that could damage the reputation of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to reaffirm the firm position of the Government of the Republic of Macedonia with regard to the proposed solutions to the problems faced by the local population aimed at facilitating communication between the people living on both sides of the border that must fully respect the agreement on border delineation and demarcation between the Republic of Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

  10. “Before concluding, I would like to take this opportunity to once again welcome the prompt and decisive reaction of Special Representative Steiner with regard to the declaration of local Kosovo authorities renouncing the agreement on border delineation and demarcation between the Republic of Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. The Republic of Macedonia firmly believes that the United Nations and the international community will continue efforts to prevent any activities that could lead to destabilizing the border area and the region as a whole.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

  11. “The Government has also decided to open a new border crossing, Tanusevci-Kodra Fura, between the Republic of Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Furthermore, the Macedonian authorities have established a solid channel for communication with UNMIK for consultations on all of the above mentioned issues in order to find practical solutions. Nevertheless, the Joint Expert Committee mentioned in paragraph 52 of the report of the Secretary-General on UNMIK (S/2002/779) has never been established.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

  12. “In order to facilitate the movement of citizens in Kosovo into the Republic of Macedonia, the Government of the Republic of Macedonia has recently abolished visas for the holders of UNMIK travel documents and has taken a decision to recognize vehicle plates issued by UNMIK. At the same time, intensive efforts have been made to find practical modalities for issuing temporary permits to Kosovar citizens who own grazing lands in the Republic of Macedonia, as well as for citizens of the Republic of Macedonia who own land in Kosovo. This has been done with the aim of facilitating movement within the border area and the cultivation of land. The protocol on police cooperation is in the final stages of signature. Other memorandums regarding customs and bus transportation are being prepared.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

  13. “We believe that the positive developments and the whole process of stabilization of the situation in Kosovo will continue in the future, if we work together to build a multi- ethnic society and democratic institutions, consolidate the economy, achieve substantive progress in the area of security, strengthen the rule of law, reform the judicial system, combat terrorism and organized crime, and tackle crime and violence, et cetera. In this regard, we also welcome the recently established benchmarks, a concept being developed by the Secretary-General and his Special Representative that we consider to be of great importance for promoting the democratization process in Kosovo.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

  14. “Before I start, I would like to thank Mr. Steiner for his useful briefing and express my gratitude for the statement made by Deputy Prime Minister Covie. I would also like to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to address the Security Council. The Government of the Republic of Macedonia welcomes the efforts and activities undertaken by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to further improve the situation in Kosovo, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source