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  1. “We also recently decided to provide funding and instructors for the training in Turkey of Afghan police officers. We appreciate the announcement by the Afghan Government of the Afghanistan peace and reintegration programme and of the launching of the peace and reintegration trust fund, to which Japan recently disbursed a $50 million contribution. Japan calls for the swift implementation of the Afghanistan peace and reintegration programme through the effective use of this trust fund. As for development, Japan believes in the importance of showing results through quick-impact projects, while also maintaining a mid- to long-term perspective. We are providing assistance for human resource development, infrastructure, development and the rebuilding of the agricultural sector and rural communities.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  2. “As we stated during the Kabul Conference, Japan has been actively providing assistance to Afghanistan, focusing on the three priority areas, namely, security, reintegration and development, given our determination to prevent Afghanistan from slipping back into a safe haven for terrorists. As pointed out in the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/463), the security situation has continued to deteriorate in some parts of the country. Improving security in Afghanistan is an essential prerequisite for its reconstruction. In order to strengthen Afghan security forces so that Afghanistan can take over responsibility for its own security, Japan has been providing and will continue to provide assistance for the salaries and equipment of the Afghan National Police.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  3. “At the same time, as was reaffirmed in the Kabul Conference communique, it is essential that the Afghan Government make necessary reforms to strengthen its financial management capabilities and to reduce corruption. Together with its partners in the international community, including the United Nations, Japan continues to assist the Afghan Government to improve this capacity. The coordination and monitoring of aid through the Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board (JCMB) is important for proper progress in the Kabul process. In this context, we appreciate the role of UNAMA as Joint President of the JCMB.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  4. “It is essential that the electoral process and investigation of complaints should proceed transparently until the final results of the election are certified. We praise the Afghans' participation in the election, especially the high turnout of women and young people, in spite of the security risks, so that they themselves could decide their own future. Japan expects that reconciliation and development in Afghanistan will proceed smoothly with a new, democratically elected Parliament. At the successful Kabul Conference in July this year, important progress was made towards the stabilization and reconciliation of Afghanistan with the Afghan leadership's presentation of their national priority programme, to which the international community committed to aligning its assistance.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  5. “Japan dispatched an observer mission to Afghanistan for the election in addition to financial assistance for the United Nations Development Programme electoral assistance activities. We pay tribute to the Afghan authorities concerned, including the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), which participated in the election process, and also the international community which supported it. UNAMA played a major role in providing significant support to the Afghan Government and other related parties in, for example, its support of the IEC so that it could publish the list of polling centres one month before the election date. This was a great contribution to enhancing the transparency of the election.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  6. “I welcome His Excellency Mr. Zalmai Rassoul, Foreign Minister of Afghanistan and I thank Special Representative Mr. Staffan de Mistura for his very comprehensive briefing. I also express my gratitude to the men and women of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) who have demonstrated their deep commitment to a very difficult mission. The Government of Japan expresses its appreciation that the polling process for the election on 18 September to the Wolesi Jirga, or the Lower House of the National Assembly, has so far and generally been conducted as planned, though some polling stations were inaccessible because of the security situation. We express our deep regret that some people became the victims of violent acts by anti-Government forces and strongly condemn such violence.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  7. “Although we have taken positive steps for further counter-terrorism measures, there are still capacity gaps among Member States. From that standpoint, we believe that country visits and the preliminary implementation assessments conducted by the Counter- Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) play a vital role in determining the needs for support and in coordinating capacity-building activities. We hope that the Counter-Terrorism Committee and CTED will carry out further efforts to enhance counter- terrorism capacity of all Member States by facilitating technical assistance. Counter-terrorism is one of the most important national security agenda issues for the Japanese Government. I wish to reiterate our strong determination to continue to take an active role in the international community's fight against terrorism.”

    2010-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6390 (2010) · source

  8. “We expect that United Nations efforts in the field of counter-terrorism will be strengthened by coordination by the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force, avoiding overlaps and duplication of its work. To combat terrorism, Security Council leadership is crucial. The Council has set out various effective measures, including through activities by the three counter-terrorism-related committees: those established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004). We recognize that resolution 1904 (2009) has contributed to ensuring a fair and transparent procedure for the terrorist sanction regimes. We also welcome the recent successful review of the consolidated list of the Council's Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions Committee.”

    2010-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6390 (2010) · source

  9. “Last year the attempted bombing of a United States commercial aircraft reminded us once again that terrorism continues to be a global threat. Deep-seated problems surrounding terrorism, such as radicalization and safe havens, need to be addressed in an appropriate manner. To eradicate terrorism, multifaceted approaches by all stakeholders are Vital. The Japanese Government will continue to participate proactively in international efforts led by the United Nations to combat terrorism. In that regard, a recent review of the implementation of the Global Counter-Terrorist Strategy gave us an important opportunity to renew our determination to fight terrorism.”

    2010-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6390 (2010) · source

  10. “On behalf of the Japanese Government, I wish to express my gratitude, Mr. President, for your organizing this thematic debate to promote a fruitful discussion on counter-terrorism. I also wish to extend my appreciation to the Secretary- General for his informative and comprehensive briefing. Terrorism continues to be one of the biggest threats to international peace and security. Despite the fact that the international community, led by the United Nations, has made progress in counter-terrorism, the threats posed by terrorist organizations and individuals remain very high. Al-Qaida and other terrorist organizations and local extremists are still active, and many areas in the world face a threat from such groups.”

    2010-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6390 (2010) · source

  11. “Japan further appreciates the continuing provision of humanitarian assistance under very difficult circumstances. Japan, for its part, has been actively engaged in discussion on Somalia issues in the Security Council, the International Contact Group on Somalia and other forums, and has provided assistance of $124.4 million since 2007, focusing on two pillars: humanitarian assistance and restoration of infrastructure, on the one hand; and the strengthening of security in Somalia, mainly through the trust funds, in support of Somali security institutions and AMISOM, on the other. We are determined to continue our engagement to support Somalia, in cooperation with all Member States.”

    2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source

  12. “We recognize that the steady implementation of United Nations logistical support to AMISOM. is very important in supporting the Mission's work. In this regard, Japan is ready to continue consultations on the issue of AMISOM. contingent-owned equipment, taking into account the course of discussions in the Security Council towards adopting relevant resolutions. We believe that this issue must be discussed as part of an integrated strategy, under which the strengthening of AMISOM. will contribute to the political process in Somalia. The efforts of the TFG and AMISOM. need to be reinforced by the support of the international community, including the United Nations. In this regard, Japan appreciates the engagement of Mr. Mahiga and the Secretariat in establishing a light footprint presence in Mogadishu.”

    2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source

  13. “Japan believes that it is of the utmost importance that the TFG intensify its efforts to garner support from moderate opposition groups, and that the role of international community is to help to create an environment conducive to that end. The role ofAMISOM. is significant for protecting the TFG and maintaining security in Mogadishu. In this regard, we pay tribute to the troop-contributing countries, Burundi and Uganda, for their dedication and commitment. Japan also appreciates the efforts of the African Union and the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development to achieve the mandated AMISOM. troop level of 8,000, as authorized by resolution 1910 (2010). In this context, we welcome the recent deployment of an additional battalion by Uganda, and hope that other countries that have pledged deployments will follow through.”

    2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source

  14. “and the United Nations, can then focus on making concerted efforts to support the TFG. Japan hopes that the mini-summit meeting on Somalia at the margins of the new General Assembly session next week will lay a foundation for countries, including donors, to further strengthen and better coordinate their cooperation in support of Somalia. Japan takes note of the efforts of the TFG in promoting the Djibouti process, including the reorganization of its cabinet to include Ahlu Sunna Wal Jama'a, since our last briefing in the Security Council. However, we are concerned that little progress has been made in the political dialogue with moderate opposition groups.”

    2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source

  15. “I would like to thank Mr. Mahiga for his first briefing to the Council as Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, and extend our appreciation for the very strong messages from the Foreign Minister of Kenya and the Permanent Representative of Somalia. Japan continues to be concerned at the very fragile security situation in Somalia, as evidenced by the recent series of terrorist attacks against the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), including the latest attack at Mogadishu Airport. It is our view that, in order to stabilize the political and security situation in Somalia, the TFG must first of all strive for political unity and improvement of management within itself. The international community, in particular AMISOM.”

    2010-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6386 (2010) · source

  16. “10-53435 The Committee received three notifications from a Member State with reference to paragraph 5 of resolution 1737 (2006), concerning the delivery of items for use in the nuclear power plant in Bushehr, Iran. The Committee also addressed the matter of an intended delivery of items for use in that plant. In addition, the Committee received one notification from a Member State pursuant to paragraph 15 of resolution 1737 (2006), as well as additional specific information on a prior general notification that had been submitted previously by another Member State pursuant to the same paragraph in connection with the receipt and unfreezing of funds, respectively, in order to make payments due under contracts entered into prior to the listing of two entities.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  17. “In this connection, I would like to report that, thus far, the Committee has received 36 reports under resolution 1929 (2010). The Committee regrets that many States have not responded in a timely fashion, as these reports provide important information that helps the Committee to assess the implementation of the imposed measures. The Committee reiterates its call on all Member States to submit such reports if they have not done so already. Unless a State requests that its report be kept confidential, the reports will be issued as official documents and posted on the Committee's website. That concludes my summary of the follow-up triggered by the adoption of resolution 1929 (2010).”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  18. “The Committee expects the Panel to be appointed and operational in the near future and is committed to establishing a good working relationship with the Panel upon its constitution. In paragraph 31 of resolution 1929 (2010), the Council called upon all States to report to the Committee within 60 days of the adoption of the resolution - that is, by 8 August 4 on the steps they had taken with a view to implementing effectively paragraphs 7 to 19 and 21 to 24 of the resolution. For its part, the Committee sent a note verbale to all Member States, drawing their attention to the stipulated date of submission, as well as encouraging those States that had not yet submitted reports pursuant to either or all of the three previous resolutions to submit them separately or in combined form.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  19. “In paragraph 27 of resolution 1929 (2010), the Council decided that the Committee shall intensify its efforts to promote the full implementation of resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007), 1803 (2008) and 1929 (2010), including through a work programme covering compliance, investigations, outreach, dialogue, assistance and cooperation, to be submitted to the Council within 45 days of the adoption of the resolution, that is, by 24 July. The Committee approved such a work programme and transmitted it to the Council on 23 July. By paragraph 29 of resolution 1929 (2010), the Council established, for an initial period of one year and under the direction of the Committee, a Panel of Experts to carry out certain tasks, as specified in that same paragraph.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  20. “Subsequently, to reflect these new designations, the Committee updated its consolidated list of individuals and entities and issued a note verbale to all Member States, as well as a press release, drawing attention to the updated list. I should like to recall here that the Committee also responded to a query from a Member State seeking confirmation that certain individuals and entities had not been designated by the 2 Council or the Committee as subject to the aforementioned targeted measures.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  21. “This is the fifteenth 90-day report in accordance with paragraph 18 (h) of resolution 1737 (2006). The report covers the period from 29 June to 15 September 2010, during which time the Committee held no meetings but conducted its work using the silence procedure. I will begin by noting the follow-up that has been or is being undertaken in response to resolution 1929 (2010) of 9 June, by which the Security Council adopted additional measures relating to the Islamic Republic of Iran. Members will recall that, via paragraphs 10, 11, 12 and 19 of the resolution, the Council designated 36 additional persons - all but one of whom had previously been subject to a travel notification requirement - as subject to the travel ban. Moreover, the Council designated one additional person and 40 additional entities as subject to the assets freeze.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  22. “From that point of view, the Government of Japan, in close cooperation with the Government of Haiti, the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission, MINUSTAH and the international community, will continue to provide support for the reconstruction of Haiti, drawing on its experience and knowledge as an earthquake-prone country and placing particular importance on the fields of education, medical care, employment and rule of law.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  23. “I strongly believe that these activities will contribute to accelerating Haiti's reconstruction process. More than eight months have passed since the catastrophe occurred, and we recognize that reconstruction efforts should be further accelerated, ensuring continuous provision of necessary humanitarian support to the Haitian people. There are high expectations of MINUSTAH in this regard, and we call on MINUSTAH to continue to utilize its maximum capacity, within its mandate, for Haiti's reconstruction. We welcome the fact that the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission was established in April and that it has begun its work to play a role in coordinating the long-term reconstruction efforts. To realize Haiti's reconstruction, continuous international involvement is essential.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  24. “The Government of Japan has dispatched approximately 330 personnel, comprising a Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (SDF) engineer squadron, and this SDF contingent has made a contribution to the reconstruction of Haiti by carrying out tasks such as removal of debris, dismantling of damaged buildings, repair of facilities in IDP camps and repair of roads on the border with the Dominican Republic. In addition, the Government of Japan has continued to fulfil its commitment to the people of Haiti through the provision of temporary housing, implementation of counter-infection measures, food distribution and the dispatch of disaster protection experts. The Government of Japan also recently decided to support border control capacity in Haiti by providing necessary equipment to police stations.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  25. “We therefore urge MINUSTAH to exert every effort to maintain a secure environment and to provide sufficient capacity-building support for the Haitian National Police. Japan also takes note of the ongoing activities for the provision by MINUSTAH of logistical support and technical expertise to rule of law institutions of the Haitian Government, in accordance with resolution 1927 (2010). We acknowledge as well the opinion of the Secretary-General that current troop and police levels should be maintained until the assessment of the security environment takes place after the installation of the new Government. The mandate of MINUSTAH will be considered for renewal in mid-October. Japan will support the extension of the mandate and will participate in the Security Council discussion on the matter in a constructive manner.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  26. “Japan would also like to cooperate with the Government of Haiti, MINUSTAH and the other international organizations towards the success of the elections. Japan commends MINUSTAH and the troop- and police-contributing countries on their success in maintaining relative calm in the security situation in Haiti. At the same time, we wish to express our concern regarding the occurrence of sexual violence and violent forced evictions in camps for internally displaced persons, the presence of escaped inmates from collapsed prisons, and the increased incidence of drug transshipment and kidnappings. In that connection, we welcome the fact that cooperation between Dominican and Haitian police has been improved under the auspices of MINUSTAH. Haiti cannot be reconstructed in the absence of a stable security situation.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  27. “As the report mentions, the most immediate challenge in Haiti is the organization of the presidential and legislative elections scheduled to take place on 28 November. Political stability is an essential component of the overall stabilization in Haiti, and these elections are a prerequisite for the achievement of political stability. In this regard, the elections must be implemented in a fair, transparent and secure manner and ensure the broad participation of the Haitian people. From that point of view, we encourage MINUSTAH, in collaboration with the international community, to provide the necessary technical, logistic and security assistance to the Government of Haiti for the smooth implementation of the elections.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  28. “At the outset, I would like to extend my appreciation to Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mulet, head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), for his informative and comprehensive briefing. I also would like to express my respect for the men and women of MINUSTAH and the commitment and fortitude they have demonstrated in the difficult situation following the earthquake. I would also like to state Japan's appreciation for the statement made by the Representative of Haiti. In addition, I welcome the appointment of the Governor-General of Canada, Ms. Michaelle Jean, as Special Envoy for Haiti for UNESCO, and the fact that she will start her work in that role soon. I welcome the report of the Secretary-General on MINUSTAH issued this month (S/2010/446).”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  29. “This money is being used to establish a training centre in Djibouti and three information- sharing centres in Yemen, Kenya and Tanzania. Japan also contributed $500,000 to the trust fund that will be set up, as agreed at the fourth meeting of the Contact Group, under Japanese chairmanship. Our support since 2007 to Somalia for its security sector, humanitarian assistance and rehabilitation of public infrastructure has reached $122.4 million. This was provided based on our belief that the ultimate solution to the piracy issue rests in stability in Somalia itself. I wish to express Japan's continued commitment to participating actively in the discussion on anti- piracy operations and stability in Somalia.”

    2010-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6374 (2010) · source

  30. “Furthermore, aspects such as incarceration, extradition and provision of evidence must also be considered. We are committed to continuing our discussion in various forums, including the Security Council and the Contact Group. Countering piracy is a high priority for Japanese diplomacy, and we have been actively contributing to anti-piracy efforts, including through the deployment of two vessels of the Japan Self-Defence Forces and two P-3C maritime patrol aircraft, and by participating actively in the discussions of the Contact Group since its establishment. Japan chaired the fourth plenary meeting of the Group. Japan has also passed the Anti-Piracy Measures Law, whereby it criminalized piracy domestically, and contributed $13.6 million to the International Maritime Organization.”

    2010-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6374 (2010) · source

  31. “In that regard, Japan highly commends the efforts undertaken by the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia, Kenya and Seychelles. We view the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/394) as a very good foundation for further considerations on how to ensure prosecution of those engaged in Somali piracy, as it presents the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Considering that piracy is subject to universal jurisdiction, Japan believes that it is appropriate for coastal States to prosecute those who engage in piracy. It is also very important to strengthen the ability of coastal States to prosecute acts of piracy. Japan is cautious about the idea of establishing a new tribunal, considering the time and resources necessary for that, as presented in the Secretary-General's report.”

    2010-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6374 (2010) · source

  32. “The Government of Japan will continue to support the Transitional Federal Government and the African Union Mission in Somalia in order to promote the Djibouti peace process. Piracy off the coast of Somalia continues to be a serious source of concern despite the high level of engagement by the international community, including the Security Council and the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia. The issue of Somali piracy not only threatens regional stability; it also prevents safe maritime transport and threatens the people and property of many countries, including those of my country, Japan. In order to address the issue of piracy comprehensively, it is essential to ensure the prosecution of suspected pirates, in addition to the various anti-piracy activities of Member States and organizations.”

    2010-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6374 (2010) · source

  33. “Thank you, Mr. President, for convening this very important and timely meeting. I also appreciate the presence of the representative of Somalia. I would like to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Under-Secretary-General Patricia O'Brien for their statement and briefing, respectively. At the outset, as this debate is my first Security Council meeting as the new Permanent Representative of Japan, I would like to ask for the continued support of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and the Secretariat, the President and members of the Security Council, Member States and others. Before I proceed with my statement, I would like to join others in condemning the attack that took place in Mogadishu and expressing our sincere condolences to the families of those who were killed in that attack and to the Transitional Federal Government.”

    2010-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6374 (2010) · source