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“In addition, we recognize that there is an urgent need to improve the capacities and awareness of developing countries to further coordinate our efforts to fight against illicit flows. Every year, Japan holds the Asian Export Control Seminar in Tokyo to deepen understanding of the importance of export control and to exchange views and information in the region, recently with the active participation of sanctions committees, including the 1540 Committee. Japan has also implemented various programmes aimed at assisting developing countries in building their capacities in the areas of immigration control, air and sea port control and customs.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“At the national level, securing borders involves complex coordination of multiple entities, such as customs, immigration and law enforcement bodies. Since they have their own authorities and jurisdictions, even in a country with sophisticated systems it is difficult to make such coordination function in an effective way. Each State needs determination to achieve active coordination. For its part, Japan has operated strict border control in order to prevent illegal inflows and outflows, by means of a cross- organizational and multilayered response that relies on cooperation between our relevant ministries and agencies, the training of personnel and outreach to exporters.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“In that regard, we would like to encourage States that have not done so to ratify the relevant conventions, as well as to urge States to fully implement their obligations, including those under Security Council resolutions. We also believe that combating the transfer and transport of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), missiles and related materials contributes to the improvement of the security of the entire international community. The Proliferation Security Initiative is an international effort to halt WMD proliferation. Japan has actively participated in activities of the Initiative, including by hosting several of its maritime interdiction exercises. Japan has also conducted outreach activities for non-participating countries, particularly in Asia, to enhance the inclusiveness of international non-proliferation efforts.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“We must begin to recognize that efforts to control illicit flows have to include the sea and the air as well. As a nation bordered on all sides by the sea, Japan has vital interests in securing sea borders to block illicit flows. In addition, although it has no physical boundaries, cyberspace is a frontier that urgently requires greater attention in terms of illegal transactions, transfers of technology and classified information that may be usurped for purposes of organized crime, terrorism and proliferation. Our success in the fight against illicit flows depends upon how we can best close loopholes that allow such flows. To that end, we need coordinated efforts, at both the international and the national levels.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“To secure borders from illicit flows, we, the international community as a whole, need to take a holistic and synergistic approach to our efforts. In that regard, we highly value the active roles of the United Nations and its bodies - such as the Counter-Terrorism Committee, the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), the various sanctions committees, including the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006), the Counter- Terrorism Implementation Task Force, INTERPOL and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime - in helping States act in a coordinated manner. Although the traditional scope of our efforts to control illicit flows is centred on land borders, we have been witnessing rapid expansion in the field.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for choosing this important theme for today's open debate at the Security Council. We cannot avoid discussing securing borders against illicit flows if we are to maintain international peace and security, because the illicit cross-border flow of materials, funds, goods and people causes instability in our societies at both the national and international levels. Securing borders is a cross-cutting issue that encompasses organized crime, terrorism and proliferation. Every sovereign State has the primary responsibility for securing its borders, as well as responsibility not only for inflows but also for outflows from it. While such individual effort is necessary for diligent border control, it alone is not sufficient.”
2012-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6760 (2012) · source
“At the same time, we call upon the Palestinian Authority to continue its efforts to improve security and fulfil its commitments to ceasing violence and working against incitement. Japan supports the efforts of the Palestinian Authority towards establishing statehood. Prime Minister Noda conveyed our commitment to strengthening assistance in that regard directly to President Abbas during his visit to Japan earlier this month. Japan also calls upon the Government of Israel to support the fiscal stability of the Palestinian Authority, including by conducting sustainable tax transfers to the Palestinian Authority.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan also pays respect to the leadership of the Government of Jordan in advancing dialogue between the parties. We strongly expect that the recent efforts, including the correspondence from President Abbas to Prime Minister Netanyahu, will lead to the early resumption of direct negotiations. Japan does not recognize any measures that prejudge the outcome of final status negotiations, and in order to build mutual trust calls upon both sides to refrain from any provocative actions. Both parties must abide by their obligations under previous agreements. Japan reiterates its strong call on Israel to immediately freeze its settlement activities in the West Bank, including in East Jerusalem, which are a violation of international law.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“For this reason, the Government of Japan provided $3 million in emergency grant aid in March through the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. We underline the importance of allowing humanitarian personnel full and unimpeded access to people in need of assistance. With regard to the Middle East peace process, Japan firmly supports a two-State solution in which Israel and a future independent Palestinian State would live side by side in peace, security and mutual recognition. A two-State solution can be achieved only through sincere negotiations between the parties concerned. In this connection, Japan supports the elements of the Quartet's statement of 23 September 2011, which was reaffirmed by the Quartet principals two weeks ago.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We call upon all parties in Syria to refrain from resorting to force of any kind, so that a complete cessation of armed violence may be fulfilled and the United Nations Supervision Mission in Syria may thereby carry out its mandate fully and effectively. In this connection, we underline the importance of ensuring the safety of deployed observers, and call upon the Syrian authorities to fully cooperate with the relevant United Nations personnel in order to ensure the effective operation of the Mission. Japan is also concerned about the humanitarian situation of the Syrian people, including internally displaced persons and refugees in neighbouring countries.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Annan's six-point proposal in its entirety in order to bring an end to all violence and human rights violations, secure humanitarian access, and facilitate a Syrian-led political transition based upon the Syrian people's legitimate aspirations to democracy. Japan welcomes the adoption of resolutions 2042 (2012) and 2043 (2012) as important steps in the international community's concerted efforts to address the situation in Syria, and highly commends the dedicated work of all those concerned, in particular the members of the Security Council, the Secretary- General and the Joint Special Envoy. At the same time, we express deep concern over the escalation of violence in recent days and the failure of the Syrian authorities to fulfil their commitments.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Madam President, I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to address the Security Council on the situation in the Middle East. Japan continues to be deeply concerned about the evolution of the situation in Syria over the past year. We condemn the Syrian authorities' wide- scale use of force and violations of human rights against their own citizens, and we profoundly deplore the deaths of more than 9,000 people as a result of violence. Japan strongly supports the Joint Special Envoy of the United Nations and the League of Arab States, Mr. Kofi Annan, and commends his mediation efforts. We reiterate our call on the Syrian authorities to unconditionally implement Mr.”
2012-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6757Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, we would like to once again express our sincere appreciation for the dedication of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis, and reiterate our commitment to supporting UNAMA's efforts, together with Special Representative Kubis, and all the men and women of UNAMA, who have demonstrated a deep commitment to this very difficult mission.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“It is indispensable that in our efforts we maintain a long-term view towards establishing good governance in the country. We commend UNAMA's proactive role in facilitating our discussions in this area. UNAMA continues to play an important role, and Japan supports the extension of UNAMA's mandate in accordance with the draft resolution scheduled to be adopted soon. In order to make the Tokyo Conference successful, Japan is determined to exert its utmost efforts and cooperate with Afghanistan, international partners and UNAMA.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“That foundation is to be based on the mutual commitments made between the international community and Afghanistan at the Bonn Conference, which are aimed at prioritizing the country's national priority programmes and providing concrete assistance within those prioritized programmes, as well as promoting regional economic cooperation. At the same time, in order to conduct meaningful discussions and produce tangible outcomes through the Tokyo Conference, it is expected that, prior to the Conference, the Afghan side will make its utmost efforts to tackle issues of governance, such as corruption, and show concrete improvements. In this regard, we welcome the fact that the Afghan Government recently organized a forum to discuss governance.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“Building on the Bonn and the Istanbul Conferences last year, we are set to make this year even more fruitful. There will be the NATO summit in Chicago, focusing on security issues in May, the first follow-up on the Istanbul Conference, focusing on regional cooperation in June, and the Tokyo Conference in July. These conferences will be the best occasions to discuss the future of the country. Notably, the Tokyo Conference, co-hosted by Japan and Afghanistan, is expected to be an occasion to build a solid foundation for Afghanistan's sustainable economic development through the transition period and beyond.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“We must not allow such incidents to recur and we must stop the cycle of violence. We should also remind ourselves that it is incumbent on both Afghanistan and its international partners to tackle the common challenges of improving security in Afghanistan and also to consolidate the Afghan-led political process. In this regard, Japan continues to provide its assistance in such areas as security to strengthen the capacity of the Afghan police and the reintegration process. Last month, Japan decided to provide assistance amounting to $585 million, which includes $231 million for police assistance and $5 million for promoting reintegration. Japan welcomes the fact that 3,825 ex-combatants have been enrolled formally in the Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme, as described in the Secretary-General's report.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“I thank Special Representative Kubis for his comprehensive and informative briefing. I also thank Ambassador Tanin for his statement. Japan highly appreciates the comprehensive review of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), conducted by the Secretary-General in accordance with resolution 1974 (2011). Based on the review, it is critically important that UNAMA continue to play an appropriate role, together with the international community, in support of Afghanistan's leadership and ownership and towards building a promising future for Afghanistan. While we welcome the recent report of the Secretary-General and its description of the second phase of the transition as having progressed as planned, we also witnessed some shocking incidents very recently.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“It has been almost a year since the Great East Japan Earthquake struck Japan on 11 March 2011. In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that occurred in Haiti almost two years ago, the Haitian people have made determined efforts to address many challenges similar to those that the Japanese people have now been facing. I am confident that Haiti and Japan, in close collaboration with the international community, will overcome these difficulties through mutual encouragement and steadfast efforts towards a brighter future.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“The contingent has made a contribution to the reconstruction of Haiti through various efforts, such as the removal of rubble, the dismantling of damaged buildings, the repair of facilities in internally displaced persons camps, road repair, the construction of orphanage facilities and water distribution in response to the outbreak of cholera. It is our hope that the rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in Haiti will thus be further accelerated. In addition, Japan has pledged $100 million for emergency relief and reconstruction for Haiti and has already disbursed an amount exceeding its original pledge. Japan intends to continue to extend support for Haiti, particularly in the field of basic social services such as health, hygiene and education.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Such dishonourable conduct, by arousing hostility among the Haitian people towards MINSUTAH and its personnel, may have a negative impact not only on the safety of other members of MINUSTAH but also on the overall security situation and on the reconstruction efforts in Haiti. We would like to call strongly on the Secretariat to implement a strict zero-tolerance policy with respect to the peacekeepers involved in such cases, and to take effective measures to prevent the recurrence of misconduct of that kind. The Government of Japan has dispatched an engineering unit of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to MINUSTAH. The number of personnel who have served in that contingent since its deployment is already approximately 1,860.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“In addition, we are concerned about the increasing reports of the mobilization of armed former members of the Haitian armed forces, who have occupied a number of former training camps, and about the insecurity and instability to which this may give rise in Haiti. In that regard, we encourage the Government of Haiti to take appropriate measures to address this threatening mobilization and to investigate its sources of funding and logistical support. The cases of misconduct, such as sexual abuse, by members of MINUSTAH that have taken place recently are also cause for serious concern.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“With regard to the reestablishment of the Haitian army, while Japan respects the sovereignty of Haiti to make decisions regarding its own national agenda, we would like to underline our belief that one of the top priorities for the country should be to rebuild the Haitian National Police and to transform the HNP into a credible organization that can take full responsibility for security in Haiti. We also recognize that the resources that the international community can provide for Haiti are not unlimited, and that, therefore, such resources should be utilized in an effective and efficient manner.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Garry Conille, and the continuing stand-off between the legislative and executive branches. Political stability is an essential component for overall stabilization and reconstruction in Haiti. From that perspective, we urge all relevant political actors in Haiti to cooperate with each other from the broader perspective of the welfare of the people of Haiti, and not to allow political interests to dictate their priorities. It is also our expectation that the new Haitian Prime Minister will be approved by the Haitian Parliament in a timely manner and that the Government of Haiti will be ready to take renewed steps to accelerate the reconstruction process as early as possible.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“We also welcome the fact that the capacity of the Haitian National Police (HNP) to provide adequate protection to the civilian population has been further enhanced. Those achievements notwithstanding, we also recognize that, in order to achieve sustainable development, the Government of Haiti needs to secure a socio-economic foundation through efforts to strengthen the rule of law. In that regard, we would like to stress that, when it comes to the capacity-building of Haitian authorities, international partners should coordinate their efforts closely with the Government of Haiti. The Government, for its part, must deepen its commitment to those efforts. Japan is very concerned about political instability in Haiti, as evidenced by the sudden resignation of the Haitian Prime Minister, His Excellency Mr.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“At the same time, many challenges remain to be addressed, such as the internally displaced persons camps, the cholera epidemic, unemployment and strengthening of the rule of law in Haiti. To ensure further success in the area of rehabilitation and reconstruction, Japan would like to underscore that both self-help efforts by the Haitian authorities, based on the ownership of the Haitian people, and international support for Haiti are of paramount importance and must be implemented in tandem. With regard to the security issue, as the Secretary-General's report also mentions, we appreciate the endeavours of MINUSTAH and the troop- and police-contributing countries in maintaining a relatively calm security situation in Haiti.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to Mr. Mariano Fernandez, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), for his very comprehensive briefing. I also pay my respects to the men and women of MINUSTAH for the commitment and fortitude they have demonstrated in a difficult situation. I welcome the Secretary-General's report (S/2012/128) on MINUSTAH issued last week. As the report mentions, MINUSTAH personnel have shown a continued dedication and commitment in support of the recovery and stability of Haiti. We commend them for that and for their concrete results. Given the situation, we welcome the fact that MINUSTAH is refocusing its efforts on key mandated tasks.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Japan urges all Somali stakeholders to implement without further delay the road map and the Garowe Principles adopted at the second Somali National Consultative Constitutional Conference. The next milestone will be the adoption of a new Somali constitution. All stakeholders should play an active role in this important task, and the international community should extend assistance to ensure its realization. 12-25146 Japan, of course, spares no efforts to continue to support Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan is one of 20 countries that prosecute apprehended suspected pirates in their respective countries, and has recently pledged to make an additional contribution amounting to $2 million to the Trust Fund to Support Initiatives of States Countering Piracy off the Coast of Somalia, managed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, in support of the prosecution of suspected pirates in Somalia and neighbouring States. Also, Japan supports neighbouring coastal nations in enhancing their maritime security and enforcement capacity so that they can tackle Somali piracy on their own. The TFG can be transformed to become a more democratic and legitimate Government for Somalia. To that end, the upcoming months will be very crucial.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“While it is commendable that the anti-piracy operations have greatly contributed to the effective prevention of attacks by pirates, Japan has become increasingly concerned about the recent expansion of the area of pirate activity to the western part of the Indian Ocean. As stated in the report of the Secretary- General submitted in January (S/2012/50), the issue of piracy prosecution remains a major task for the international community.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan is proud of its participation in these vast maritime peace operations, in close collaboration with other coalitions over the past three years, through the continuous deployment of two vessels and two patrol aircraft in the Gulf of Aden. Our escort and surveillance activities have contributed significantly to the safe passage of merchant ships through these areas. Moreover, in June of last year, Japan established its own facility in Djibouti to accommodate its personnel and equipment in order to more effectively conduct these operations. Those efforts clearly demonstrate Japan's strong commitment to the fight against piracy.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In that regard, Japan looks forward to taking part in the Istanbul conference in June to discuss the issue. Japan is already engaged in the improvement of infrastructure and the promotion of good governance through various projects, such as the rehabilitation of Mogadishu port and border control training for Somali TFG officers, in partnership with the World Food Programme and the 12-25146 United Nations Development Programme and the International Organization for Migration, respectively. Piracy is not only linked to stability in Somalia, but also continues to be a stand-alone, serious threat to international security. We need to continue to conduct anti-piracy operations.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“That contribution currently provides for the stipends of 5,000 Somali police officers, as well as the construction of police stations and the procurement of equipment, including armoured vehicles. Bearing in mind that the needs in that field will increase as TFG and AMISOM. forces advance in expanding their control over areas, Japan remains committed to maintaining such police sector assistance. Japan is also extending assistance to ensure improvement in the humanitarian situation in Somalia, in particular $30 million in assistance to ease the serious famine situation last year. Although the famine crisis has receded, humanitarian needs still remain. We must therefore continue to extend our support. Furthermore, it is not too early to consider the issue of the reconstruction of Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan expresses its sincere appreciation for the series of agreements that they have made, namely, the Kampala Accord, the road map and, most recently, on 17 February, the second Garowe accord, which paves the way for the end of the transitional period in August. Now that the commitment of the international community has been reaffirmed, it is time for the Somali people to renew their commitment. Japan has committed firmly to the achievement of peace and stability in Somalia and has made a wide range of substantive contributions. First, together with the European Union, Japan has taken a leading role in efforts for the reinforcement of the Somali and AMISOM. police sectors, contributing a total of $38 million through two United Nations trust funds.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan congratulates all participants on the success of the London conference on Somalia, held on 23 February, in which Japan also took an active part. It 2 was an important occasion for the international community to reaffirm its strong commitment to Somalia. Japan would like to express its appreciation and respect to the United Kingdom for its leadership in making that meeting successful and fruitful. Japan intends to cooperate proactively with other partners, in accordance with the communique adopted at the conference. It should be noted that, over the past year, Somali stakeholders have made tremendous efforts in the Somali political process.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“That was made possible thanks to the efforts of the Somali Transitional Federal Government (TFG), the Somali people and the international community. Japan extends its sincere appreciation to the forces of the Somali TFG and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), recently joined by troops from Kenya and Djibouti, as well as Ethiopia. They have spared no efforts to combat Al-Shabaab despite huge sacrifices. It is high time for the international community to echo those efforts. In that context, Japan welcomes the adoption of resolution 2036 (2012), which allows for more sustainable assistance to AMISOM. operations. We commend Ambassador Mahiga for his dedication to Somalia, including his mediation role and his decision to relocate the United Nations Political Office for Somalia to Mogadishu.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I would first like to extend warm congratulations to His Excellency Sir Mark Lyall Grant, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations, on his assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of March and, of course, to express appreciation for his leadership in convening this open debate on Somalia at this timely juncture. I also would like to express my appreciation to His Excellency Mr. Elmi Ahmed Duale, Permanent Representative of the Somali Republic, for his statement, and to Ambassador Augustine Mahiga, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, for his briefing. I wish to highlight that a large window of opportunity has finally opened for Somalia, which has seen more than 20 years of devastation.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729Resumption1 (2012) · source
“As the stability of Egypt is a linchpin for maintaining that of the entire region, Japan hopes that the political process will evolve in a peaceful manner and that economic and social reforms will lead to tangible results at an early stage.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We deplore the continuing wide-scale use of force by the Syrian authorities in spite of the League's deployment of the monitoring mission. We deem it important that the United Nations provide technical assistance to observers participating in the mission. Japan condemns the use of force by the Syrian authorities against civilians and reiterates its call to them to immediately halt such acts of violence, promptly carry out reforms and engage in dialogue with the Syrian people. Tomorrow, Egypt will celebrate the first anniversary of its historic change. Japan welcomes the fact that the elections for the People's Assembly were conducted without any major disorder. We are also pleased that Japan assisted in the conduct of elections by providing funding and sharing expertise.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan reiterates its strong call to Israel to immediately freeze its settlement activities in the West Bank and in East Jerusalem, which violate international law. At the same time, we call upon the Palestinian Authority to continue its efforts to improve security and fulfil its commitments to cease violence and work against incitement. Japan has been supporting the efforts of the Palestinian Authority to establish statehood and is committed to continuously providing assistance in that regard. Japan is also keenly following Palestinian efforts to establish a unified Government. Japan shares the serious concerns of the international community over the situation in Syria. Japan supports the initiative of the League of Arab States to bring about stability in Syria, and also hopes that the Security Council will act effectively.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan firmly believes that both sides should do their utmost to conduct direct negotiations in line with the time frame set out by the Quartet. In that connection, Japan welcomes the meetings between Israel and the Palestinians held in Amman this month, and expresses its deepest respect for the efforts of Jordan and the Quartet in preparing for the meetings. Japan strongly expects that those meetings will lead to the early resumption of direct negotiations. Japan does not recognize any measures that prejudge the outcome of final status negotiations, and calls upon both sides to refrain from any provocative actions in order to build mutual trust. Both parties must abide by their obligations under previous agreements.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“I thank you, Sir, for giving me the opportunity to address the Security Council on the situation in the Middle East. Japan fully understands the earnest aspiration of Palestinians to build their own State and strongly supports a two-State solution, under which Israel and a future independent Palestinian State would live side by side in peace, security and mutual recognition. Japan supports the vision that the borders under a two-State solution should be defined through negotiations, based on the 1967 lines and with mutually agreed swaps, in a way that would achieve the peaceful coexistence of a viable Palestinian State and Israel, with secure and recognized borders. Such a two-State solution can be achieved only through sincere negotiations between the parties concerned.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Japan stands ready to support those countries working to rebuild in the aftermath of conflicts and disasters. We remain committed to providing assistance in this very important area of the rule of law. Japan also supports the presidential statement adopted today (S/PRST/2012/11).”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“It is our hope that those activities will lead to progress in our fight against impunity and to the realization of justice and the strengthening of the rule of law. On 11 March, we will commemorate the first anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. The fact that the people in the affected areas acted in such an orderly manner, despite indescribable chaos and sorrow, illustrates that in addition to institution- building, nurturing a law-abiding spirit is also vital in making the rule of law take root in a society. Needless to say, the heartwarming support received from all over the world also played a large role in giving the affected people courage in the face of such adversity. We would like to reiterate our deepest gratitude for that support.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“The need for better coordination at the policy level and among various actors is quite evident. Japan, working through the Peacebuilding Commission, stands ready to continue to seek improvements in methods of assistance and to explore a variety of means to mobilize funds. The International Criminal Court is indispensable in putting an end to impunity for perpetrators who commit the most serious crimes. Japan will more actively engage in the work of the Court and, together with other States parties, strongly support the newly elected President of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, Her Excellency Ambassador Intelmann of Estonia.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In Afghanistan, for example, Japan has contributed a total of $960 million to build capacity in the security sector since 2001. In South-East Asia, we have allocated $70 million to the Khmer Rouge trial in Cambodia and have dispatched Mr. Motoo Noguchi to serve as an international judge. I would like to take this opportunity to reach out to the international community for further assistance in order to support that very important trial. In the United Nations setting, Japan, as Chair of the Working Group on Lessons Learned of the Peacebuilding Commission, held a meeting on security sector reform and the rule of law last October, leading the discussion on linkages between security sector reform and the rule of law and on the role of capacity- building in rule of law efforts.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In other words, this year will be especially important in ensuring that the rule of law, freedom and democracy take root in our respective societies. Different countries are at different phases of change: some are progressing towards the establishment of democratic Government through constitutional and electoral processes and some are seeking to create a blueprint for their countries, while the actions of certain Governments give rise to serious doubts as to their sincerity with regard to reform. It is essential that the Security Council and the international community continue to be seized of the developments in each of those countries and provide the necessary assistance. Efforts to strengthen the rule of law have been made in every part of the world, including Asia and Africa. Japan has actively supported such endeavours.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“The plan to hold a high-level meeting on the rule of law at the national and international levels during the high- level segment of the General Assembly's sixty-seventh session demonstrates that heightened awareness. In that regard, we welcome the submission of the Secretary-General's report (S/2011/634*) on the rule of law and transitional justice in conflict and post-conflict societies. We hope that today's debate will help to advance our efforts to strengthen the rule of law, to prevent conflicts and to build peace. January marks the one-year anniversary of the historic change that occurred in Tunisia and Egypt. Since then, we have witnessed efforts to reform by many countries. The events of 2011 reminded us that the rule of law is one of the most critical norms in realizing peaceful coexistence.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“I would like, first of all, to congratulate His Excellency Mr. Baso Sangqu on his assumption of the presidency of the Security Council, as well as to extend my appreciation for South Africa's strong initiative in convening today's open debate on justice and the rule of law. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish a successful year to the newly elected members of the Council, namely, Azerbaijan, Morocco, Togo, Pakistan and Guatemala. Progress has been made in recent years within the United Nations system in the field of the rule of law, including an enhanced focus on women and children, which has created greater awareness of the subject.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“As the Secretary-General wisely points out in his report (S/2011/641), we will have to wait to see how the post-election situation on the ground develops, particularly in terms of security, before finally settling the plan. We hope that the best decisions for the country will be arrived at through dialogue between the Government and the United Nations. While the transition process is owned by the people of Timor- Leste, Japan stands ready to deliver any form of support that the country may decide to seek from the international community. I would like to conclude by reiterating Japan's continuing commitment to consolidating the friendship between our countries and cooperating with the Timorese people in support of their nation-building efforts.”
2011-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6664 (2011) · source