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1. “We strongly condemn the indiscriminate aerial bombardments and ground assault now taking place against densely populated civilian areas in Homs. Gross violations of human rights and systematic war crimes are ongoing. Flagrant violations of international law are also taking place vis-a-vis humanitarian access, as painstakingly articulated in the Secretary-General's most recent report (S/2014/295). The implementation of resolution 2139 (2014) and improvements in the humanitarian situation in Syria are simply not happening. As Under-Secretary-General Amos reported, access to besieged communities has not increased and is in fact getting worse, with only 6 per cent of civilians residing in such areas receiving much-needed assistance.”

   2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

2. “All possibilities should continue to be explored, including by building on the mediation efforts of the United States, with the full support of the international community. The role of the United Nations as part of the Quartet should not be overlooked in continuing the negotiation efforts. As for the recent reconciliation agreement between Fatah and Hamas, in order for that reconciliation to proceed in a positive direction, we believe that it should to contribute to the peace negotiations and avoid any violence and confrontation. At the same time, it should lead to genuine democracy and well-being for all Palestinian people. Turning to the situation in Syria, we are gravely concerned about the unprecedented scale of death and destruction, as the conflict enters its fourth year.”

   2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

3. “I thank Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Robert Serry for his briefing. We are concerned that the peace negotiations between Israel and Palestine have not produced any meaningful progress before the deadline. The situation on the ground has also been worsening. Harmful activities, including continued settlement construction, controversy over the release ofprisoners, rocket attacks on populated areas in Israel and strong Israeli reprisals have driven both sides to further confrontation and mistrust. Despite those setbacks, we still think that the door to negotiations is not closed as long as all sides do not give up on the goal of a more sustainable future for all.”

   2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source

4. “Regional and subregional organizations, as well as donor communities, should also strengthen their partnerships in order to achieve optimal outcomes. Finally, I would once again like to thank the Nigerian presidency for leading the Council towards the adoption to come of its first-ever draft resolution on security sector reform, in the wake of the 2011 presidential statement on SSR (S/PRST/2011/19), also the work of the Nigerian presidency. We believe the Security Council should continue to develop the concept of SSR as a key element in the maintenance of international peace and security.”

   2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161 (2014) · source

5. “In that regard, we hope the United Nations and host countries will seek to maximize their common understanding of the rationales, goals and strategies for SSR in a country- specific context. Thirdly, the concept and scope of SSR continue to evolve. We should therefore strike a balance between expansion and concentration from a results- oriented perspective. In the broader context, SSR is a coherent element that runs throughout the sequence of conflict prevention, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and development. Given its multifaceted character, the United Nations is best placed to coordinate both comprehensive and streamlined responses. The modalities of the system-wide approach of the United Nations, including the inter-agency Security Sector Reform Task Force, should be further developed.”

   2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161 (2014) · source

6. “National ownership, however, presupposes a certain degree of national unity. In situations where grievances and animosity are not adequately addressed through reconciliation and traditional justice mechanisms, security sector reform cannot be expected to produce its desired effects. It can hardly be successful if it lacks broad support. Host Governments must therefore prioritize national reconciliation with a view to creating an environment conducive to sustainable security sector reform. Secondly, security sector reform should be pursued within the context of the rule of law and good governance. It is not supposed to be designed to support specific regimes, but rather to strengthen the security and judicial systems of societies as a whole.”

   2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161 (2014) · source

7. “The Republic of Korea appreciates Nigeria's initiative in convening this open debate, and we are grateful for your personal participation in the meeting, Mr. President. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive briefing on security sector reform (SSR). Security sector reform is a crucial tool for conflict prevention and post-conflict peacebuilding activities whose importance when the Security Council considers peacekeeping and special political missions is growing. In reality, however, the normative operations for SSR are often blurred during the operational process. In order to narrow the differences among the relevant stakeholders and support SSR more effectively, a review of SSR strategy should focus on various aspects. First, the importance of national ownership cannot be overemphasized.”

   2014-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7161 (2014) · source

8. “To conclude, the Republic of Korea as a strong supporter of resolution 1325 (2000) and the preventing sexual violence initiative reaffirms its commitment to international efforts to combat sexual-related violence.”

   2014-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7160 (2014) · source

9. “In that regard, we recognize the crucial role of peacekeeping operations and women protection advisers. Thirdly, the politics of impunity should be terminated through the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators of sexual Violence. We cannot eradicate conflict-related sexual violence completely without bringing those responsible to justice. We note the contributions of the Team of Experts-Rule of Law/ Sexual Violence in Conflict in building national capacity and expanding expertise in addressing impunity. The international justice system, including the International Criminal Court, should also play a leading role in ensuring accountability.”

   2014-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7160 (2014) · source

10. “In addition, the participation of women together with the mainstreaming of a gender perspective in conflict resolution and peace processes should be ensured. Women can and must play multiple roles during periods of armed conflicts, as they often demonstrate resilience and ingenuity in the face of extreme adversity. Secondly, we should pay increased attention to the protection of women facing rape, sexual slavery and other forms sexual violence in conflict. Building the capacity of national institutions and promoting relevant legislation and resource allocation are prerequisites for providing sustainable assistance to victims and survivors. At the same time, we must enhance international frameworks and tangible measures to protect women suffering from sexual violence in conflict.”

    2014-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7160 (2014) · source

11. “As noted in the report of the Secretary-General (S/20l4/181), sexual violence is wielded to attack specific ethnic and religious groups, used to displace civilians and unleashed to encourage predatory behaviour. The international community must scale up its collective efforts to combat the scourge, especially in the three areas of prevention, protection and prosecution. First, we must strengthen the prevention of conflict- related sexual violence, establishing legal frameworks, promoting improved governance and the rule of law and raising public awareness; those are just some examples of the concrete actions we need to take. In that way, we believe that the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict, to be held in London in June, will provide an opportunity to mobilize political commitments and promote public awareness.”

    2014-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7160 (2014) · source

12. “I thank you, Madam, for convening today's important debate. I would like to express my delegation's sincere appreciation to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Special Representative Zainab Hawa Bangura and non-governmental organization representative Rhoda Misaka for their briefings and statements. We have made progress over the past several years in combatting conflict-related sexual violence. Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) in particular, a gender perspective has been increasingly integrated into key United Nations mandates. In spite of those institutional gains, sexual violence in conflict remains one of the most egregious forms of human rights violations. Its impact goes far beyond an individual victim's pain and stigma. Even more troubling is the fact that sexual Violence is often used as a tactic of armed conflict.”

    2014-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7160 (2014) · source

13. “We shouldjoin forces and do everything we can so that our commitment to "never again" does not slip into another agonizing resignation of "again and again".”

    2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7155 (2014) · source

14. “The international community needs to continue support to the ICTR in order that it can conclude its work in accordance with the completion strategy. In a broader context, international cooperation to bring all fugitives to justice should be strengthened. We call for more support for the International Criminal Court, the only permanent international criminal justice mechanism. The responsibility of States to protect their own people should be given more attention, and the discussions on the responsibility to protect should produce more tangible results. As we learned the hard way, successful efforts to stop the most egregious humanitarian crimes require our collective wisdom and close cooperation.”

    2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7155 (2014) · source

15. “However, there are still challenges to face before we can claim that past lessons have been fully acted upon. For one thing, there is work to be done to narrow the gap between the desperation of people in dire situations and the aspiration of the international community to help them. Formulating an international contingency plan that can be promptly invoked in a serious humanitarian crisis may be one way to address these challenges. Promoting regional cooperation and partnerships with non-governmental organizations in this field, such as the recent Brussels International Conference on Genocide Prevention, is a path that should be explored further. How to deal with the culture of impunity is another big challenge. In that regard, we appreciate the work of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR).”

    2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7155 (2014) · source

16. “We have made efforts to strengthen the institutional capacities of the international community to address grave crimes against humanity through international and national criminal justice systems. The establishment of the Human Rights Council is significant in that it can play an important early- warning role by maintaining vigilance over any grave violations of human rights and crimes of mass atrocity. Empowering various United Nations peacekeeping missions throughout the world with a clearer mandate to protect civilians is also an important step in the right direction. The Secretary-General's calls, including the Rights Up Front initiative and the open-gate policy, have been playing a catalysing role to boost the moral authority and operational reach of the United Nations.”

    2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7155 (2014) · source

17. “First of all, the Republic of Korea joins Rwanda and the international community in commemorating the twentieth anniversary of the Rwandan genocide. The reverberation of what happened 20 years ago is still echoing in our thoughts and conscience. We thank you, Madam President, for providing this timely opportunity to remember and to build on the lessons of that tragic event. Our appreciation also goes to Deputy Secretary- General Jan Eliasson and Ambassador Colin Keating, whose briefings help us to renew our commitment to "never again". Based on the lessons of the Rwanda genocide, the United Nations and Member States have worked together to prevent another terrible humanitarian ordeal.”

    2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7155 (2014) · source

18. “Ithank Assistant Secretary-General Oscar Fernandez-Taranco for his briefing. The Republic of Korea is closely watching the recent developments in the eastern part of Ukraine. We are deeply concerned over the escalation of tensions in various cities of eastern Ukraine, including the worrying seizure of key public buildings in Donetsk and Slovyansk by force. Those actions will only further exacerbate the already tense situation, and we condemn any use of force to change the situation on the ground. As Ukraine moves towards critical elections in May, we believe that political differences must be addressed in a non-violent way through a legitimate process. United Nations States Members should respect that process, and there should not be any influence exerted by outside forces.”

    2014-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7154 (2014) · source

19. “In that context, we hope the Sierra Leonean authorities will continue to broaden their engagement not only with the political community but across the entire social spectrum, including with women and young people. The implementation of the Agenda for Prosperity is also a priority for the Government. Sierra Leoneans' strong aspirations should be translated into sustainable development and prosperity. As Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed during his visit to Sierra Leone earlier this month, the United Nations should continue to stand together with its Government and people. The Republic of Korea also fully supports the consolidation of peace and the promotion of democratic governance in Sierra Leone.”

    2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source

20. “As we have witnessed, the determination of Sierra Leoneans to achieve peace and stability has been the driving force behind the progress that UNIPSIL, the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) and other partners have made so far. The 2012 elections marked a watershed in Sierra Leone's political history. The two major political parties are now required to take on more responsibility for moving the country forward. We hope the political leadership will address the ethno-regional imbalance in order to further strengthen political inclusivity and social cohesion. With good governance and the rule of law, Sierra Leonean society can reach its full potential.”

    2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source

21. “I would like to thank Executive Representative Toyberg-Frandzen and Ambassador Rishchynski for their valuable briefings. We also appreciate the participation of Mr. Samura Kamara, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sierra Leone. I would like to join others in offering my congratulations on the progress made through the combined efforts of all parties concerned. The United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone (UNIPSIL) is surely an exemplary case of the United Nations system's effective coordination. Lessons learned through its activities should be shared and applied to other countries dealing with post- conflict peacebuilding.”

    2014-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7148 (2014) · source

22. “We encourage all Committee members to strengthen cooperation to find common ground and practical solutions to move those pending issues forward before the next report is submitted.”

    2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source

23. “With regard to today's briefing, we consider it important that the obligations set out in the Security Council resolutions remain in full force and be faithfully implemented by all Member States. As highlighted in the briefing, we think the various communications received from Member States and international organizations indicate the importance of the Committee's work and its role in the sanctions regime. We look forward to the Panel's new final report with high expectations, which will shed further light on the implementation of the Security Council resolutions. Finally, we note that, as mentioned in the briefing, there are important overdue pending issues on violation cases. There are also some recommendations from last year's final report that have not yet been fully implemented.”

    2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source

24. “I would like to thank Ambassador Quinlan for his briefing on the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). We greatly appreciate his able leadership and the Panel of Experts for their robust activities. Let me begin by reiterating my Government's support for the joint plan of action agreed between the P5+1 and Iran last November. We welcome the initiation of the implementation of the agreed measures since January. We are keenly watching the negotiations towards a comprehensive resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue. We hope the process can have a positive influence on other outstanding non-proliferation issues. We also underline the importance of the IAEA's role in resolving all present and past issues, including the possible military dimensions of the Iranian nuclear programme.”

    2014-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7146 (2014) · source

25. “In that context, we greatly value the ongoing mediation efforts by the international community, particularly those of the Secretary-General. We look forward to the continued constructive role of Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon in that regard. Once again, we reiterate our firm support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine. All the relevant international and bilateral agreements, especially the Charter ofthe United Nations and the Budapest Memorandum of 1994, must be fully observed. It is also vital that the rights of all persons in Ukraine, especially of minorities, be protected. The future of Ukraine should be considered and decided upon based only upon the will and aspirations of all Ukrainians themselves, without any intervention or influence by outside forces.”

    2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source

26. “We thank Deputy Secretary-General Eliasson and Assistant Secretary-General Simonovic' for their briefings and for the devotion they have shown in their activities taken with respect to Ukraine. The Republic of Korea is deeply concerned about the recent developments in that country. The Republic of Korea will not recognize the referendum in Crimea nor the annexation of Crimea by Russia. We call on Russia and the Crimean authorities to refrain from further hasty actions. We urge them to immediately enter into meaningful discussions with the Ukrainian Government and the international community, with a view to finding a peaceful political solution. Implications of any boundary alterations on the existing international order must be fully taken into account. We hope that space exists for a negotiated way forward.”

    2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source

27. “The Republic of Korea voted in favour of the draft resolution contained in document S/2014/189, as we firmly believe that the unity and territorial integrity of Ukraine should be fully respected and that the future of Ukraine should be decided by the Ukrainians themselves without any intervention or influence by outside forces. We think that the draft resolution clearly embodies those principles. It is regrettable that the draft resolution was not adopted by the Security Council today. Still, we very much hope that today's failure will not close the window on a peaceful and diplomatic solution to the crisis.”

    2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source

28. “We also underscore the importance of bilateral dialogue between Ukraine and Russia. The Republic of Korea believes that credible international monitoring mechanisms will have a notable calming effect on the ground. In that connection, it is worrying that the United Nations Assistant Secretary- General for Human Rights and OSCE personnel have been denied access to the Crimean region. Unhindered access must be ensured for such missions. Any action threatening the safety and security of international personnel must be stopped. The stability and prosperity of Ukraine are critical not only to peace in Europe, but also far beyond. We truly hope that Ukraine will emerge from the crisis as a strong, inclusive and prosperous democracy, led only by the will and aspirations of the Ukrainian people.”

    2014-03-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7134 (2014) · source

29. “Ukrainians should retain full power over their country's affairs, without intervention or influence by outside forces. In that vein, we urge the full observance of all relevant international and bilateral agreements, particularly the Charter of the United Nations and the 1994 Budapest Memorandum. The unabated military activities in Crimea, which are violating the sovereignty of Ukraine, are also a source of grave concern. Any military presence or activity not authorized by the Ukrainian Government and in breach of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine must immediately cease. We welcome the ongoing diplomatic efforts of the international community to de-escalate the situation, in particular those of the Secretary-General and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).”

    2014-03-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7134 (2014) · source

30. “We thank the Luxembourg presidency for holding today's public meeting on the crisis in Ukraine and appreciate your presence here, Mr. Minister. We are grateful for the participation of and statement by Prime Minister Yatsenyuk of Ukraine, and for the briefing by Under- Secretary-General Feltman. We express our firm support for the political process towards elections on 25 May, under the Government of Ukraine. The Republic of Korea remains deeply concerned over the continuing escalation oftensions in Ukraine. We are particularly troubled by the decision of the Crimean Parliament to hold a referendum and its unilateral declaration of independence. Those actions will only further exacerbate the already tense situation. Without a doubt, it is vital that the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine be fully respected.”

    2014-03-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7134 (2014) · source

31. “In that regard, we recognize the International Criminal Court's contribution to ensuring accountability for the most serious crimes against children, as demonstrated in the Thomas Lubanga Dyilo case. At the same time, national legislation and judicial systems should be strengthened in order to investigate and prosecute such perpetrators. Last but not least, it is noteworthy that several Security Council Sanctions Committees include violations against children in their sanctions designation criteria. Such a linkage between the perspective of child protection and the work of the relevant sanctions regimes can serve as a practical tool to put pressure on perpetrators. Children represent our collective future. Saving the children affected by armed conflict is saving the very future of humankind.”

    2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source

32. “Children in armed conflict cannot be protected completely unless all parties to conflicts abide by their obligations under international law. As such, it is imperative that all parties listed in the report develop and implement action plans. Secondly, the protection of children should be ensured throughout the fulfilment of United Nations peacekeeping mandates. In particular, child protection advisers currently deployed in six United Nations peacekeeping missions and four political missions play crucial roles in mainstreaming child protection. Specific provisions for the protection of children should continue to be included in all relevant mandates of United Nations missions. Thirdly, perpetrators of grave violations against children must be held accountable. Ending impunity is vital in the prevention of violations against children.”

    2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source

33. “As noted in the Secretary-General's report (S/2013/245), children in Syria are facing a dire situation in which they have been killed, injured, displaced and tortured. There are many accounts of violations against children in conflict areas, such as in the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Mali. Much more needs to be done with a view to enhancing the protection of children affected by armed conflicts. Against that backdrop, I should like to make a few observations about where greater efforts could be made. First, we welcome the fact that all Government armed forces listed in the Secretary-General's report have entered into an action plan process. Meanwhile, we also note that non-State armed groups constitute the vast majority of listed parties.”

    2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source

34. “Let me begin by expressing our appreciation to you, Madam, for convening this important debate. We should like to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Special Representative Leila Zerrougui, Executive Director Anthony Lake and Mr. Alhaji Babah Sawaneh for their participation and statements. In recent years, the theme of children and armed conflict has been firmly placed on the international agenda. The Security Council has demonstrated its strong commitment to ensuring the protection of children in armed conflict, most notably by adopting resolutions 1539 (2004) and 1612 (2005). Progress has been made in relation to dialogue with parties to conflicts and the signing of action plans on the ground. However, children remain the most vulnerable group in many ongoing armed conflicts around the world.”

    2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source

35. “It is commendable that the OSCE has contributed to the promotion of security in that region, as shown by the decision to send an elections support team to Afghanistan for the presidential and provincial council elections coming up in April. We expect the OSCE to continue to support Afghanistan and Central Asia with its vast experience in confidence-building, the prevention of conflict and rehabilitation after conflict. Overall, we would like to reaffirm our support for the enhanced role of the OSCE as a regional arrangement under Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations. As a strong partner of the United Nations in promoting international peace and security, we look forward to closer cooperation between the OSCE and the Council.”

    2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source

36. “In that vein, we support the OSCE's commitment to advancing reconciliation in the Western Balkans, resolving the protracted conflict in the Southern Caucasus and Transnistria, and dealing with the emerging crisis in Ukraine, as explained by the Chairperson-in-Office. Another area we would like to mention is the OSCE's continued effort to promote the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), regarding the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The Republic of Korea, as the current Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), highly values the OSCE's efforts to enhance cooperation with the Security Council in that area. Central Asia and Afghanistan are another region of shared concern between the United Nations and the OSCE.”

    2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source

37. “Having hosted the Seoul Conference on Cyberspace in October 2013, the Republic of Korea pays special attention to the OSCE's adoption of the initial set of confidence-building measures to reduce the risks of conflict stemming from the use of information and communication technology. We believe that kind of initiative will provide timely momentum to regional cooperation to counter new forms of threats. The Republic of Korea also welcomes the "Helsinki+40" process, which aims at rebuilding confidence measures in terms of responding to regional challenges, which is very much in line with the work of the Council.”

    2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source

38. “I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to His Excellency Mr. Didier Burkhalter, President of the Swiss Confederation, on the assumption of the position of Chairperson-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) for 2014. We are very grateful for his personal briefing today on the priorities of the OSCE under his chairmanship. The OSCE's approach to security is exemplary among the efforts to address today's growing security challenges, which are becoming more complex and multifaceted. The Republic of Korea appreciates and supports the OSCE's unique role in that regard. In particular, we take note of the fact that the OSCE is taking meaningful steps to deal with transnational and emerging threats, such as terrorism, drug trafficking and challenges to cybersecurity.”

    2014-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7117 (2014) · source

39. “The resolution demands that all parties, in particular the Syrian authorities, promptly allow rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian access for all United Nations agencies and their partners, including across conflict lines and across borders. As we welcome the resolution, we are also aware that it will not end the conflict. We urge both parties in Syria to engage more seriously in political negotiations. In that regard, we reaffirm our unqualified support for the mediation efforts of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Special Envoy Brahimi.”

    2014-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7116 (2014) · source

40. “The Republic of Korea welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2139 (2014). This resolution is a new landmark in the Council's work but also one that is long overdue. For nearly three years, the humanitarian crisis in Syria has deteriorated while the Council has been seemingly unable to take proper action to provide relief to the long suffering of the Syrian people. Hopefully, our unity today will ensure the Council's effective role in dealing with the crisis from this day forward. We express our appreciation to the authors of the resolution-Australia, Jordan and Luxembourg - for their advocacy of humanitarian causes. The Republic of Korea voted in favour of the resolution, as it lays out important steps to alleviate the suffering of all civilians in Syria, especially those who are trapped in besieged areas.”

    2014-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7116 (2014) · source

41. “We welcome the enhanced responsibility of those in the field, the increased support at Headquarters and the designation of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and United Nations Development Programme as the joint global focal point that will play a Headquarters role. Given the critical importance of coordination and coherence, we call on all participating bodies to redouble their efforts in that regard. In conclusion, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the rule of law in all its dimensions. We will strengthen our contribution to rule-of-law initiatives, including by assisting in capacity-building for partner countries around the world.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

42. “In particular, we note that the 2012 Declaration of the High-level Meeting of the General Assembly on the Rule of Law at the National and International Levels (General Assembly resolution 67/1) accurately reflects the basic principle of the international community regarding Member States seeking a peaceful solution of their own choice to disputes, as stipulated in Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations. We support the Secretary-General's extensive efforts to ensure greater coordination and coherence in the United Nations rule-of-law activities in conflict-affected societies.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

43. “We are pleased to note that this international criminal justice system has made significant progress in the fight against impunity. Perpetrators of serious international humanitarian and human rights crimes must be held to account. Special consideration must also be given to women, children and other vulnerable groups in conflict and post-conflict situations. The rule of law also has an important role to play in the settlement of international disputes. Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations details a number of methods for that purpose.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

44. “We would also like to highlight the Council's continued commitment to improving the overall effectiveness and efficiency of peacekeeping operations by incorporating tasks related to the rule of law as well as to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. Accountability is at the heart of the rule of law, and combating impunity is a vital aspect of its effective application. Following the blueprint established by the post-war Nuremberg and Tokyo trials, in 1993 the Council revived the concept of international criminal justice. The Council established the International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda, which served as a source of inspiration for the establishment of the International Criminal Court.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

45. “As clearly stated in presidential statement S/PRST/2012/l, "sustainable peace requires an integrated approach based on coherence between political, security, development, human rights, including gender equality, and rule of law and justice activities". It is encouraging that the Security Council has been making a growing contribution to the rule of law, with 18 current United Nations field missions already having rule-of-law dimensions. Council-mandated tasks are wide-ranging and include the drafting of constitutions and legislative reform, the strengthening of institutions and support to transitional justice processes.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

46. “I should like to thank you, Sir, and the Lithuanian presidency for having convened this important debate with the participation of the wider membership. I also extend my appreciation to the Secretary-General for his presentation, which articulated many important aspects that will help us focus on the topic. The Republic of Korea reiterates its commitment to an international order based on a global legal framework and the rule of law with the United Nations at its centre. The strengthening of the rule of law contributes to the promotion of human rights as well as sustainable peace and development. Historically, their neglect has been both a cause and a consequence of conflict.”

    2014-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7113 (2014) · source

47. “In order to ensure progress towards the effective implementation of the United Nations integrated strategy for the Sahel, close cooperation between the EU and the United Nations will be instrumental. Likewise, with regard to Syria, we appreciate the EU's continued efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people and to promote a political solution to that crisis. I would like to conclude by expressing Korea's support for the active role played by the European Union in maintaining peace and security, and our hope that the close partnership between the Council and the European Union will continue.”

    2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source

48. “In the Central African Republic, the EU has once again demonstrated its partnership with the United Nations in addressing the serious crisis there. We welcome that fact that last month the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and the European Commission co-organized a conference where donors pledged nearly $500 million towards humanitarian assistance in the Central African Republic. We believe that the deployment of EU troops under resolution 2134 (2014) will further consolidate the joint efforts towards the prompt stabilization of the Central African Republic. We also value the EU's role in the promotion of peace and economic development in the Sahel region, including Mali.”

    2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source

49. “We look to both sides to step up their efforts at consolidating their hard-won progress and we encourage the EU to continue its active engagement on that front. Nuclear negotiations with Iran represent another area where the European Union has played a pivotal role. We commend the EU's efforts in reaching and implementing the interim agreement between the E3+3 Governments and Iran. We look forward to Iran seizing that momentum and fully undertaking the measures set out in thejoint plan of action to comply with the relevant Council resolutions. We also hope that the ongoing progress will lead to the final resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue and that it will have a positive influence on other outstanding non-proliferation issues. The constructive role of the EU is also notable in that its contribution reaches beyond regional boundaries.”

    2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source

50. “In that regard, the Republic of Korea highly appreciates that the European Union (EU), as a reliable and responsible partner, is making substantial contributions to the work of the Security Council. The long experience of the European Union in the field of mediation and conflict management enables it to play an essential part in maintaining international peace and security. The EU's role in bringing peace and security to the Balkans is especially noteworthy. The historic Agreement reached by Belgrade and Pristina in April 2013 was a strong testimony to the EU's contribution to the peace process in the region. We would like to thank High Representative Ashton for her tireless efforts in facilitating that process. Serbia and Kosovo are now at a critical juncture on their path towards normalizing relations.”

    2014-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7112 (2014) · source