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Oshima

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first: 2001-04-23
most recent: 2007-06-22
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“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Iraq in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Sumaida'ie (Iraq) took a seat at the Council table. The President: It is my great pleasure to welcome the presence of the Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, at this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-08-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5247 (2005) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.50 am.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“I should now like to make a statement in my capacity as representative of Japan. Japan welcomes the adoption of resolution 1618 (2005) with unanimous support. That demonstrates the Council's strong determination to condemn terrorism and to do its utmost to prevent further acts of terrorism in Iraq as well as in other countries and places. In particular, Japan hopes that despite the tragic deaths of Mijbil Sheikh Issa and Thamen Hossein Obeidi, the constitutional process in Iraq will continue to recover its pace so that the political process, as outlined in resolution 1546 (2004), can move forward in order to achieve the goal of realizing a stable and peaceful Iraq as early as possible. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I now give the floor to the representative of Iraq.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1618 (2005). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2005/494, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Romania, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the United States of America. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Iraq in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Samaida'ie (Iraq) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“I should like, at the outset of the meeting, to extend, on behalf of the members of the Council, a most sincere and warm welcome to Ambassador John Bolton, the new Permanent Representative of the United States, as he begins his work at the United Nations and in the Security Council. We all look forward to working closely with Ambassador Bolton in the months ahead, and we also look forward to benefiting from his contributions to the work of the Council, based on his long and rich experience and his distinguished diplomatic career. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2005-08-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5246 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council reiterates its determination to assist the Sudanese people in their efforts to promote national reconciliation, resolve the conflicts in Darfur and restore peace This statement will he issued as a document of and stability throughout the country and to build the Security Council under the symbol a prosperous and united Sudan. S/PRST/2005/38. "The Security Council looks to the The Security Council has thus concluded the international community to continue its support present stage of its consideration of the item on its for the people of Sudan to implement the agenda. Comprehensive Peace Agreement. to resolve the humanitarian crisis in Darfur and to proceed with the reconstruction and rehabilitation process." The meeting rose at 12 noon.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“Garang's courageous efforts were instrumental in ending the over 21-year civil war that cost the lives of millions of Sudanese. His leadership offered hope of democracy and peace for all people of Sudan. "The Security Council calls on all Sudanese to honour his memory by restoring peace and calm throughout Sudan. The Security Council trusts that, despite the sudden death of Dr. Garang, the people of Sudan remain united and continue to work for the consolidation of peace in the country by implementing the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, for which Dr. Garang worked unstintingly. "The Security Council stresses that the death of Dr. Garang should not deter the struggle of the Sudanese people for justice and dignity, and encourages the people of Sudan to refrain from violence and maintain peace in the midst of mourning.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses its profound regret over the death of First Vice President of Sudan Dr. John Garang de Mabior in a helicopter crash on 30 July 2005. The Security Council offers its deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Dr. Garang and to the people and Government of the Republic of Sudan. "This is a time for the world community to come together to support Dr. Garang's vision of a united and peaceful Sudan. The Security Council commends the perseverance and commitment which the parties in Sudan demonstrated in achieving the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and the promise of a new future. Over the last few years, Dr.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Erwa (Sudan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“Adamantios Vassilakis, Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of July 2005. I am sure that I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Vassilakis for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. Reports of the Secretary-General on Sudan The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Sudan in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“At the outset, I should like, on behalf of the Council, to express our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the people and the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the passing of their King, Fahd Bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud, who wholeheartedly devoted himself to both the service of his country and the promotion of peace and understanding in his region and internationally. I should like to request the representative of Saudi Arabia to convey the sentiments of the Security Council to the royal family, as well as to the Government and people of Saudi Arabia. Expression of thanks to the retiring President The President: As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of August, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr.”
2005-08-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5245 (2005) · source
“Japan stands ready to offer its support to the two parties to implement the road map and realize the vision of two States, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace. Japan welcomes the formation of the Siniora Government in Lebanon on 19 July. As Lebanon faces many difficult challenges that will require delicate handling, we hope that Prime Minister Siniora and his Government will be able to exert leadership and set about addressing the many problems at hand as soon as possible.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“We are especially concerned about the construction of the wall in the area of East Jerusalem, which is taking place at the very moment when heightened caution is required for the success of the withdrawal from Gaza. That construction is also taking place in an area that is considered one of the most sensitive in the final status negotiations and that has a large number of people who will be adversely affected. We believe that the resolution of the issue of the wall and that of settlements is possible only through the process of the steady implementation of the road map. That is yet another reason why it is so important for the two parties to make disengagement from Gaza a success and to allow that success to flow on to re- energizing the process of implementing the road map.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“With regard to this issue, we have maintained the view that, first, the lives of a large number of innocent Israelis have been lost through Palestinian terrorist acts, and that the Palestinian Authority must make the utmost effort to suppress terrorism. Secondly, the construction of the wall inside the Green Line - which the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice determined to be contrary to international law - is adversely affecting the livelihood of Palestinians and is prejudicial to the outcome of the final status negotiations. It must therefore be stopped. It is to be deplored that the construction of the wall inside the Green Line is continuing.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Japan will continue its active engagement in the area of economic assistance, and for the advancement of the peace process, including through further emergency relief for the Palestinian people in Gaza and the northern West Bank and through mid-term and long-term assistance for the sustainability of the Palestinian economy. Concerning the issue of the wall, we saw a positive development in February of this year, when a considerable part of the wall's path in the southern area was rerouted from a course running inside the Green Line to one coinciding with the Green Line. However, construction of the wall inside the Green Line continues at other locations.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“As part of those efforts, my Government invited Prime Minister Sharon and President Abbas to Japan. President Abbas made his visit last May. On that occasion, a new assistance programme for Palestinians amounting to $100 million was announced to facilitate disengagement and rehabilitation in Gaza and the West Bank. That programme will be implemented as soon as possible. That was followed by the visit to Israel and Palestine of our special envoy for the Middle East, Ambassador Arima, to underscore that the success of the disengagement from Gaza was a prerequisite for the revitalization of the road map.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“That is important not merely for a successful disengagement from Gaza or for the promotion of peace with Israel, but also, in a more fundamental sense, as proof that the Authority has the basic capability necessary to function as a State. We therefore support the reform policy pursued by President Abbas, just as we also support the efforts made by General Ward in that area. Japan supports the coordination efforts made by Mr. Wolfensohn to secure trade and communications routes, including easing restrictions on movement and the construction of a safe passageway. We expect that Israel will adopt a more flexible attitude that will ensure the safety of movement of the Palestinian people and of goods with greater efficiency. Japan has sought to play an active and constructive role to promote peace in the Middle.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“We appreciate that Palestinian groups, including Hamas, have confirmed their continued observation of the tahadiya. Israel and the international community should provide effective support for President Abbas. The essential point in this connection is that the withdrawal should be conducted undisturbed and should make it possible to open the way for the resumption of the road map's implementation. For that to happen, it is critically important that the two parties make the utmost effort and that, at the same time, the international donor community provide financial and other support for that effort, including financial support from Arab countries. Vigorous efforts are needed on the Palestinian side to bring about drastic improvement in security measures. For the Palestinian Authority, the challenge is to reduce and stop violence.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“Let me first thank Ambassador De Soto for his first briefing since his appointment as Special Coordinator. We have high expectations for his work as we approach the start of Israel's disengagement from Gaza and part of the West Bank. We look forward to Mr. De Soto's prudent handling of that process. While we welcome the start of the disengagement from Gaza and appreciate the Israeli Government's firm determination to implement the withdrawal despite some domestic opposition, we must express our concerns over the recent resumption of violence by militant Palestinian groups and the Israeli army. Such violence threatens the continuation of the tahadiya. In those circumstances, it is important that President Abbas exercise strong leadership to ensure self- restraint on the part of the Palestinian groups concerned.”
2005-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5230 (2005) · source
“In conclusion, let me reiterate that, even after today's final deliberations in the Security Council on this subject, Japan will continue to follow closely further developments as the people in Bougainville strive to consolidate peace.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“As for Japan, we will remain committed, through close consultation with the Government of Papua New Guinea, to providing continued support and economic and technical cooperation in areas where the needs are greatest, such as infrastructure, education and health. Thirdly, the promotion of reconciliation with those remaining in the no-go zone is equally important. For the stability of Bougainville to be sustained, all the people in the region should enjoy the benefits of peace, and participation in the Autonomous Government should be inclusive. To that end, the Mekamui should respect the results of the elections and actively cooperate with the Government for the economic development of their region.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“Even after the inauguration of the Autonomous Government, the security situation continues to be fragile. If law and order are to be firmly established, international cooperation is required, such as for the improvement of police force and the collection and disposal of weapons in the no-go zone. Secondly, the sustained economic development of Bougainville is critically important for the region in the new phase of peacebuilding. The continued commitment of assistance by the international community will be required until such time that the Bougainville economy becomes more self-sufficient. Such support and cooperation should come not only from within the region, but also from a broader range of countries, as well as from the relevant United Nations agencies, as Mr. Tiirk has outlined.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“Joseph Kabui, the President of the Autonomous Government, as well as to other elected officials, as they begin to undertake efforts for sustainable peace and the economic development of the region. We are pleased that, in order to contribute to that process, Japan was part of international and regional electoral assistance efforts by dispatching election observers and providing the necessary equipment. We hope that such contributions, together with those from other countries and regional organizations, facilitated the efforts for peace. While the successful completion of elections in Bougainville marks a turning point in the peace process, there remain challenges. First and foremost, the strengthening of law and order in the region is a top priority.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“We are pleased to confirm at this Council meeting the successful conclusion of the mandate of UNOMB. The sense of accomplishment filling the Chamber is well reflected in the presidential statement issued earlier. I will not repeat what has already been said in the statement. I would like to stress, however, that it was through the efforts of the people of Bougainville, as well as the Government of Papua New Guinea, that a satisfactory outcome has been achieved. My Government pays tribute to the people of Bougainville and the Government of Papua New Guinea on their accomplishment. We wish to take this opportunity to express our best wishes to Mr.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“First, allow me to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency for the month of July. You shall have my delegation's full cooperation. We look forward to working under your leadership with you and other Council members. We would also like to pay tribute to Ambassador De La Sabliere of France for the very efficient way in which he guided the work of the Council during the month of June. I would also like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Danilo Turk for his comprehensive and final briefing on the situation in Bougainville as the United Nations Observer Mission in Bougainville (UNOMB) comes to an end. We congratulate the Secretariat as well as UNOMB on fulfilling their important roles in the Bougainville peace process.”
2005-07-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5222 (2005) · source
“We fully support the Council's presidential statement to be issued today and look forward to the adoption of a resolution at the earliest possible time that reflects the progress we have made on this subject.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“We should redouble our efforts in this area as we approach the United Nations Conference to review the implementation of the Programme of Action next year. In conclusion, as Under-Secretary-General Egeland pointed out, the Security Council must ensure that the thematic discussions we have had on this topic will make a difference on the ground, where vulnerable populations desperately need protection and assistance. Mr. Egeland mentioned the idea of developing a mechanism of systematic reporting to the Security Council to facilitate its deliberations and to ensure that protection concerns are more fully reflected in the Council's proceedings. We welcome that idea, which no doubt will help the Council to incorporate key elements into its consideration of country-specific resolutions.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“We took note of active measures that are being taken by the Secretariat and troop contributors, but further progress is clearly needed and we intend to keep the implementation of measures under review. Thirdly, the problem of small arms and light weapons continues to be alarming. The widespread use of small arms not only results in a large number of casualties, but also gives rise to other problems, such as the use of child soldiers and the disruption of recovery and development in post-conflict situations. In an effort to help tackle that problem, Japan has been actively contributing to awareness-raising and promoting normative discussion by sponsoring resolutions in the General Assembly. My Government has also been active in helping the implementation of projects to collect and destroy surplus small arms and light weapons on the ground.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“We welcome the report of the Secretary-General's Special Adviser, Prince Zeid of Jordan, which was presented earlier to the Security Council on that issue and the robust measures agreed upon in the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations. They need to be implemented and translated into action expeditiously. Earlier this month, the Security Council Working Group on Peacekeeping, which I chair, took up that issue, focusing on the case of the United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the participation of troop-contributing countries, major stakeholders, and the bureau of the Special Committee. We reviewed the state of implementation of recommendations.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“Form must follow function, as it were, or the desired function should determine the mission structure, as stated in the report on integrated missions issued last month by an independent study team commissioned by the Executive Committee on Humanitarian Affairs. Secondly, we strongly denounce the widespread sexual exploitation and abuse committed in situations of armed conflict, whether by civilian or military personnel. Special attention should be paid to protecting the vulnerable from exploitation. Victims should receive special care and assistance, and perpetrators must be brought to justice. Particularly regrettable are recent incidents of misbehaviour in which United Nations personnel, who, as guardians and protectors of the vulnerable, must observe the highest standards, have failed to do so.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“When internal displacement occurs in armed conflict and national authorities are unable or unwilling to protect and assist, the persons displaced should be given protection and assistance by the United Nations, other humanitarian organizations and, where appropriate, by peacekeepers. The cooperation of regional organizations should also be sought. In such international assistance efforts, questions sometimes arise between peacekeepers with a robust mandate to protect civilians, on the one hand, and humanitarian workers who uphold neutrality on the other. Defining their respective roles can be a challenge, often seen in integrated missions. That question should be considered from a practical viewpoint, namely, what will best achieve the purpose of protecting and assisting internally displaced persons on the ground.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“We need norms and practical guidance to harmonize the sovereign rights of States and the international community's assistance and protection activities, which the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement attempt to do. We believe that the time has come for Member States to recognize the Guiding Principles as an appropriate platform in the protection regime for internally displaced persons. We strongly hope that the declaration of the September summit will reflect that point. The Guiding Principles clearly state that "every human being shall have the right to be protected against being arbitrarily displaced from his or her home or place of habitual residence" (E/CN4/1998/53/Add. 2, annex, section 11, para. 1).”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“(spoke in English) First, with respect to internal displacement, we were deeply concerned over several recent instances in which armed groups deliberately used displacement as a means of exploiting civilian populations. Such acts are unacceptable and must be condemned. They are a reminder once again that renewed efforts should be made to call the attention of the international community, and of the countries concerned in particular, to upholding the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement as the basic norm for the protection of civilian populations. Unlike in the case of refugees, no single United Nations entity holds a mandate to protect and assist internally displaced persons.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“Mr. Oshima (Japan) (spoke in French): I join previous speakers in thanking you, Sir, for convening today's open debate on this important subject. I also thank Under-Secretary-General Jan Egeland for his informative briefing on the efforts being made and the challenges ahead of us. As a former Emergency Relief Coordinator committed to promoting that cause, I commend Under-Secretary-General Egeland, his staff at the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and other United Nations humanitarian organizations, who have spared no effort in addressing this very challenging issue. I will focus on three areas to which my Government attaches particular importance, especially from the viewpoint of the concept of human security that the Japanese Government is promoting in the international community.”
2005-06-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5209 (2005) · source
“The success of peacebuilding and the transition from conflict to peace and development hinges on whether the idea of human security can be translated into reality, so that people are protected and empowered to stand on their own two feet. In conclusion, the idea of a Peacebuilding Commission, as proposed by the Secretary-General, has Japan's strong support. My Government has made proposals in General Assembly discussions on how such a body might be set up and what its functions should be to ensure its effectiveness. We will spare no effort in working with other interested countries to ensure that a Peacebuilding Commission is established and can begin its work soon. That is the best way to address the important issue we are discussing today in concrete terms.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Before closing, let me raise the issue of the relationship between peacebuilding and human security. Japan has advocated consistently the idea of human security, which deals with threats from not only the point of view of State security but also from the human perspective. Its objective is to protect people from critical and pervasive threats to human life and to their livelihood and dignity and thus to enhance human fulfilment. Human security thus understood provides an important perspective for peacebuilding. As stated in the report of the Commission on Human Security, which takes up the transition from conflict to peace as a priority issue, the response from the international community should take into full account the needs of people on the ground and of the local community.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Simply turning to assessed contributions, however, is not a solution. If we financed all peacebuilding activities through assessed contributions, it would hinder not only the optimum allocation of financial resources but also local ownership in peacebuilding. It could also risk expanding and prolonging United Nations engagement beyond what is actually necessary. Therefore, we should discuss which types of peacebuilding activities should be financed through assessed contributions and which should be financed through voluntary contributions. This needs to be done on a case-by-case basis, based on existing divisions between the two in terms of scope, while taking into account the nature of individual conflicts and the situation on the ground. We should also consider mobilizing the private sector in the financing of peacebuilding efforts.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“We must also acknowledge that international non- governmental organizations and the International Committee of the Red Cross system also play very important roles in peacebuilding. These organizations often begin activities when a conflict is in its early stages. Therefore, they gain deep knowledge and broad experience in dealing with the conflict. We agree that stable funding is important for peacebuilding. The comprehensive settlement of a conflict is bound to depend on peacebuilding activities continuing for a certain period of time and also requires financial resources. Peacekeeping is financed through assessed contributions and enjoys funding stability. By contrast, peacebuilding is mostly financed through voluntary contributions, which depend on the goodwill of donors.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Secondly, cooperation with United Nations funds, programmes and specialized agencies is also critically important. The Special Representative should be given authority to ensure effective coordination with these United Nations bodies. In undertaking such coordination, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General should seek to ensure the best possible division of labour, taking into account the areas of responsibility, advantages and degree of achievement on the ground of each of the United Nations bodies concerned. Thirdly, outside the United Nations and its related organizations, the World Bank and other international financial institutions play an indispensable role in peacebuilding, and I thank the President of the World Bank, Mr. Wolfensohn, for his elucidating observations delivered via videolink.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“President, also raised the need to develop a comprehensive strategy and to integrate the activities of all the relevant actors. Cooperation and coordination among international participants in the peacebuilding process is indispensable to achieving those objectives. We should note that there are different levels of cooperation, depending on who the actors in question are, especially as the concept of integrated missions has been discussed actively at the United Nations of late. First, within complex peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding missions, the activities of their different components must be adequately integrated, under the leadership of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for the fulfilment of the mission's mandate.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“In addition, peacebuilding projects should make the best possible use of local human resources and local ownership. National Governments are not the only local partners for us. Even in conflict situations, traditional entities, communities and civil groups can sometimes play critical roles. I would like to recall the debate on the role of civil society in post-conflict peacebuilding that was held last June in this Chamber, when the Security Council praised the important role played by civil society. We should acknowledge the contribution that such groups can make and look for ways to cooperate with them. They are important partners in our peacebuilding activities. That is all the more true when a national Government is not functioning. You, Mr.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Japan fully agrees that self-help efforts by the local population are essential for the success of any peace agreement and should be respected. In a similar vein, the success of post-conflict peacebuilding depends on having the locals in the driver's seat. The role of international assistance should be to provide support as necessary. There often arise situations, however, where the national Government is either in a state of collapse or not functioning at all. In such a case, it is imperative for the international community to take the lead in peacebuilding until a new Government starts to perform its role effectively. However, we need to be aware of the risk of making the local aid recipients overdependent on international assistance. Projects aimed at local empowerment and capacity-building would help to prevent that from happening.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“In Africa, the United Nations approach to disarmament, demobilization and reintegration issues has differed considerably from one conflict to another, taking into account the nature of each particular conflict as well as the local situation. The role of the United Nations in peacebuilding should be flexibly defined by the specific conflict situation and the roles played by other peacebuilding participants. Among a number of important issues contained in the discussion paper for this open debate, my delegation would like to address three, namely, local ownership, a comprehensive strategy and integrated approach and, finally, financing. Ownership by local actors must be encouraged and strengthened as much as possible.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“Speaking from Japan's experience, one challenge we face in conflict resolution and post-conflict peacebuilding efforts is that there is no general template for handling all conflict situations. The same is true regarding the role of the United Nations in that area. For example, the United Nations had administrative control of Timor-Leste during a brief transitional period before independence. During that period, the United Nations was directly in charge of all peacekeeping activities on the island. The United Nations policy in Afghanistan is called the light footprint approach. There, the United Nations has encouraged local leaders to take charge, while respecting the initiatives of other international participants.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“My delegation is very grateful that the Danish delegation has taken the initiative to organize this open debate on post-conflict peacebuilding. We appreciate its participation in the debate and its guidance on this important issue. One of the priority issues in my country's international assistance policy is its support for the consolidation of peace and for nation-building in countries emerging from conflict. Japan has long stressed the need for seamless assistance in the comprehensive settlement of conflicts. In particular, my Government believes in the importance of peacebuilding right from the earliest stages of conflict settlement. As a result, Japan has supported peacebuilding activities in Timor-Leste, Afghanistan, Iraq and various conflict areas in Africa.”
2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187 (2005) · source
“It is important to ensure that there is good coordination among the three counter-terrorism Committees in their respective activities, such as visits to Member States and needs assessments for technical assistance. This joint briefing today is therefore a welcome step. My Government also attaches importance to cooperation with the working group established pursuant to resolution 1566 (2004) under the chairmanship of Ambassador Baja. Japan is determined to continue to extend full cooperation in this critically important area.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“National reports submitted to the Committee provide important materials to gauge the state of implementation in each State, and we welcome the fact that the Committee has begun its work in a substantive way by examining the national reports. Those Member States which have not yet submitted their national reports are called upon to do so as soon as possible. Technical assistance should be extended to those Member States, as required, in order to implement the resolution. My Government is engaged in focused efforts to strengthen the non-proliferation system in the Asian region through various cooperation and dialogue initiatives, such as export controls seminars and the Asian Senior-Level Talks on Non-Proliferation. We intend to continue to strengthen such efforts.”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source
“We hope that more States will agree to receive visits by CTC missions in the future. The role of the CTED as a clearing house for the provision of technical assistance should be strengthened. We hope to see, for example, the further development of cooperation between the CTED and the Counter-Terrorism Action Group of the Group of Eight. Preventing terrorists from gaining access to weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery is a matter to be tackled with urgency, and Member States need to put in place or strengthen the appropriate domestic legislation and law enforcement systems in implementation of Security Council resolution 1540 (2004).”
2005-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5168 (2005) · source