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2008-12-09
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  1. “We therefore believe that, from the perspective of translating the concept of human security into practical solutions, reconstruction, job creation and the reintegration of displaced persons must be given a higher priority in peacebuilding strategies and must be implemented in all post-conflict situations, realizing a seamless transition from relief to development. Lastly, we commend humanitarian personnel for carrying out their heavy responsibilities under conditions that are often extremely dangerous and difficult. We are deeply concerned about the deterioration in ensuring their safety and security. It is vital that a humanitarian space be provided in which humanitarian workers can safely perform their essential duties.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  2. “Japan also renews the call for an immediate, durable and fully respected ceasefire, leading to the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. We fully support and appreciate the diplomatic efforts made by various countries to bring about a ceasefire, especially those of Egypt. As we mentioned last week on the occasion of the briefing by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (see S/PV.6062), humanitarian assistance and the deployment of peacekeeping missions cannot provide lasting peace and durable protection: conflict prevention is the most effective and efficient means to protect civilians. We must address the root causes of conflict and invest more in addressing those causes.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  3. “In this context, Japan continues to be seriously concerned about the situation in and around Gaza. Japan fully supports Security Council resolution 1860 (2009), which was adopted with the broadest possible political support. We would like to emphasize the importance of the safety and well-being of all civilians, and we emphasize that the Palestinian and Israeli civilian population must be protected. Japan condemns all violence and hostilities directed against civilians as well as all acts of terrorism. The people in Gaza require immediate humanitarian assistance, and Japan will provide $10 million in aid, of which $3 million will be immediately provided through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  4. “There is no question that it would be beneficial for the Council to receive such a briefing, if it is to make wise decisions regarding the establishment or extension of mission mandates. We are gravely concerned about the dire situation of vulnerable civilians in armed conflict worldwide, including in Afghanistan, Iraq, Darfur, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Somalia and Sri Lanka, as Under-Secretary-General Holmes pointed out in detail. We cannot accept deliberate attacks against civilians, journalists and humanitarian workers; recruitment of child soldiers in camps for refugees and internally displaced persons; restriction of humanitarian access; sexual violence; or any other violations of international human rights and humanitarian law.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  5. “Regarding the independent study, we believe that it is extremely useful to clarify how mandates on the protection of civilians granted by the Council are implemented in reality and what problems must be solved for the activities on the ground to be enhanced. We hope that the outcome of the study will include concrete recommendations for those responsible for implementing the mandates of the Security Council in the field. In addition, in order to improve the Council's working methods, we wish to express our support for the Secretariat's delivery of a timely, appropriate and informal briefing to the Council's group of experts on the situation of the protection of civilians in specific conflict and post-conflict situations.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  6. “We expect that the revision of the aide-memoire and an independent study by OCHA and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) on the implementation of Security Council mandates on the protection of civilians will help the Council further deepen its consideration of this issue. We welcome the completion of the revised aide- memoire and are pleased to see the draft presidential statement by which the Council will adopt it today. We repeatedly requested the revision of the aide-memoire in order to increase its practical applicability as a checklist for the Council's consideration of establishing or extending the mandates of peacekeeping operations.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  7. “The Convention on Cluster Munitions is a significant means for advancing a normative framework conducive to the protection of civilians. Japan has been actively contributing to the clearance of unexploded ordnance in countries affected by cluster munitions remnants, landmines and other ordnance, in addition to providing assistance to victims of unexploded ordnance. My Government will continue to work cooperatively and generously to further strengthen the international community's ability to address cluster munitions. Japan anticipates that 2009 may well become a landmark year for the United Nations in realizing the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  8. “We thank Under-Secretary- General Holmes for his briefing and commend the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) for its advocacy for the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Japan places emphasis on the protection and empowerment of civilians in armed conflict from the human security perspective, and we hope that the Security Council will continue to receive periodic briefings on this issue from the Emergency Relief Coordinator. We welcome the adoption of the text of the Convention on Cluster Munitions at the conference held in Dublin in May last year as well as the participation of 94 countries, including Japan, at the Signing Conference of the Convention held last month in Oslo.”

    2009-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6066 (2009) · source

  9. “Through this open debate, the Council should renew its commitment to addressing the serious threat to international peace and security posed by terrorism. Japan takes this opportunity to reaffirm its willingness to contribute to the Council's efforts in that regard.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source

  10. “Counter-terrorism measures must not be confined to traditional measures related to law enforcement; non-traditional areas identified in the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy must also be adequately addressed. In particular, efforts to reduce poverty and measures in the area of education must be further strengthened in order to address conditions conducive to the spread of terrorism. 08-63845 Japan continues to believe that the United Nations must play an integral role in the fight against terrorism. The United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy provides a valuable basis for our unified efforts in that context, and the unanimous adoption of General Assembly resolution 62/272, which reaffirmed the Strategy and called for its implementation, was very welcome.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source

  11. “Japan has been contributing to the counter- terrorism operations in the Indian Ocean since 2001 and we are determined to continue this effort. Japan also believes that regional cooperation has a crucial role in our counter-terrorism efforts. To advance such cooperation, Japan has been participating actively in various regional initiatives and working closely with regional partners, particularly in South- east Asia. To cite one example, we have been cooperating with countries that are preparing for their accession to relevant international conventions. In 2003, we began to organize seminars, mainly for Asian experts, on the promotion of accession to international counter-terrorism conventions and protocols.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source

  12. “This year, as Chair of the Group of Eight (G-8), Japan has been striving to strengthen cooperation between the Counter-Terrorism Action Group established by the G-8 and the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate here at Headquarters. It is our hope that this cooperation will contribute to enhanced cooperation between the Council and Member States, especially in the area of counter- terrorism assistance. Seven years after the 11 September attacks, Afghanistan and its surrounding areas remain the most critical region in our fight against terrorism. In this regard, in addition to various measures taken on the ground, we believe that full recognition should be given to the importance of the related maritime operations.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source

  13. “Japan fully agrees with the idea emphasized in the concept paper prepared by Croatia that it would be meaningful for the international community to reaffirm 2 its solidarity against terrorism at this juncture. We also endorse the paper's recommendation strongly advocating for a multidimensional and comprehensive approach to countering terrorism. I hardly need to reiterate the importance of the role of the Council. In particular, three of the Council's subsidiary committees continue to play a crucial role. Member States have primary responsibility for the implementation of relevant resolutions. The Council and its subsidiary bodies must do their best to facilitate the efforts made by the Member States.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source

  14. “The recent terrorist attacks in Mumbai served as a poignant reminder for all of us of the serious threat that terrorism continues to pose seven years after the tragic events of September 2001. Following the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, Japanese Prime Minister Aso conveyed to Prime Minister Singh of India Japan's willingness to cooperate with India and to assist in the investigation. Having just witnessed that despicable crime, we consider it very timely to have an open debate in the Security Council on the topic of "Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts". We would therefore like to express our sincere appreciation for the valuable initiative taken by President Mesic' in convening this meeting.”

    2008-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6034Resumption1 (2008) · source