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Ouane

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first: 1996-10-10
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“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): The Security Council has for a month now had before it the report of the Panel of Experts established by resolution 1237 (1999) to study violations of the sanctions imposed by the Council against UNITA. The draft resolution before the Council today endorses three fourths of the recommendations of the Panel's report and is aimed at intensifying the work of the Committee established under Security Council resolution 864 (1993) on Angola, and in particular at enhancing the effectiveness of current sanctions covered in earlier resolutions of the Council relating to the illegal supply of arms, petroleum and petroleum products, the export of diamonds, the freeze on UNITA's financial assets and on the closing of UNITA's representation offices and other offices abroad.”
2000-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4129 (2000) · source
“In this regard, the task of humanitarian organizations and competent United Nations bodies must be facilitated in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and the recommendations made in the note of the President of the Security Council (S/1999/92) of 29 January 1999. In conclusion, I should like to say that, given the experience that has been gained in this field, Mali welcomes the ideas contained in the millennium report of the Secretary-General (A/54/2000) relating to targeted sanctions and aimed at minimizing the impact of sanctions on the civilian population.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“In order to deal with the harmful humanitarian and economic consequences of sanctions, we should seek the assistance of concerned international institutions and regional and intergovernmental organizations with a view to assessing vulnerabilities and humanitarian needs in targeted countries at the time when sanctions are imposed and, afterwards, at regular intervals. Fifthly, my delegation believes that the sanctions committees should, at every stage in the application of sanctions regimes, monitor the humanitarian effects of sanctions on vulnerable groups, including children, and provide, where required, exemption mechanisms to facilitate the provision of aid and humanitarian assistance.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“Sanctions often have considerable negative effects on the development capacity and development activities of targeted countries, as well as on those of neighbouring countries and others. We must pursue efforts to reduce as far as possible the secondary effects of sanctions, in particular as they relate to the humanitarian situation. In this regard, humanitarian assistance should be provided speedily and impartially. Measures should be envisaged to reduce, as far as possible, the suffering of the most vulnerable groups, while bearing in mind the urgent situations that may emerge, such as massive refugee flows.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“Similarly, comprehensive economic sanctions often have a considerable negative impact on the development capacity and activities of targeted countries. Thirdly, we feel that greater use should be made of targeted sanctions and that particular attention should be given to their unintended effects. In this respect my delegation welcomes the decision taken by the Council to set up an informal working group and entrust it with drafting general recommendations on provisions to be taken to strengthen the effectiveness of Security Council sanctions. Fourthly, Mali believes that it is extremely important to determine the duration of sanctions regimes. When considering this question, we should bear in mind the goal being pursued and the need to avoid needless suffering for the civilian population.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“Secondly, we believe that the international community must learn from a decade of sanctions imposed by the United Nations. In fact, the experience of the Security Council in this area has revealed a number of shortcomings, as well as serious related consequences, in particular in the humanitarian sphere. We feel that the Council must further consider the negative effects of short-, medium- and long-term sanctions. As the Secretary-General pointed out in paragraph 25 of his report on the causes of conflicts and promotion of durable peace and sustainable development in Africa, sanctions can cause suffering for unintended victims, in particular the must vulnerable strata of society, namely children, women and the elderly.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“First, my delegation wishes to highlight the relevance of using sanctions as a means of establishing peace and of maintaining international peace and security. In point of fact, the imposition of sanctions should be carried out in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter on collective security, after all attempts at a peaceful settlement provided for in the Charter have been exhausted. In other words, sanctions should never be imposed in the pursuit of individual national interests. The imposition of sanctions should meet a single objective, namely, serving the international community on whose behalf the Security Council has received a mandate to respond when international peace and security are threatened.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“As we know, sanctions have increased over the past decade. In point of fact, during that period the Security Council has set up more sanctions regimes than throughout its recent history. At present, nine sanctions regimes are in force. Although sanctions are a means provided for in the United Nations Charter, enabling the Security Council to ensure its decisions are applied, they are far from universally supported. Nor have they enabled the Security Council to ensure respect for its resolutions. The vast and considerable experience acquired over the past 10 years could help the Security Council in its future decisions. In this context, I wish to touch on several issues which in the view of my delegation deserve priority consideration in the Council.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): Mali is pleased that this important question of sanctions is being considered at an official meeting of the Security Council today under your presidency, Mr. Minister. My delegation is also grateful to the delegation of Canada, in particular to Ambassador Robert Fowler, for having taken the initiative for such a meeting, which provides us with a useful opportunity to have an open and constructive dialogue on the general question of sanctions imposed by the Security Council. Similarly, I wish to express my thanks for the contributions made by Germany, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Switzerland and other countries, following the General Assembly, to the drafting of reports and studies dealing specifically with the various aspects of sanctions imposed by the United Nations.”
2000-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4128 (2000) · source
“Fifthly and lastly, with respect to the relationship between the Organization and Rwanda, we believe that the Organization should acknowledge its share of responsibility in the tragedy in Rwanda, and we welcome the resolve of the Secretary-General actively to seek a new beginning in the relationship between the United Nations and Rwanda.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“It is imperative, we think, that the early warning capacity of the United Nations be enhanced, particularly its capacity to analyse information and react effectively to it. While we welcome the measures already taken at various levels of the Secretariat, we still must enhance the circulation of information among the United Nations agencies, in particular information relating to human rights. Fourthly, with respect to efforts to rebuild society in Rwanda after the genocide, we believe that the international community must continue to give aid and assistance to Rwanda, devoting particular attention to efforts aimed at reconstruction and at bringing about reconciliation and respect for human rights, in order to realize the hopes that have begun to emerge.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“My second comment relates to the decision-making process in the Council, in this case the question of the indispensable political will in the Council to give effect to resolutions and the fairness it must show in dealing with issues concerning Africa in particular compared to other conflict areas. Indeed, the political will to act, and in particular to prevent acts of genocide, such as in the case of Rwanda, or massive violations of human rights, such as in Sierra Leone or the Democratic Republic of the Congo, should be clear and should not be subject to double standards. Attempts to advance national interests at the expense of international peace and security should cease. My third comment relates to the system for gathering and dealing with information in crisis situations.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“My first comment relates to the capacity of the United Nations in the area of peacekeeping, in particular regarding the mobilization of resources, the strengthening of the means of the Secretariat in the area of operations planning, logistical support to the contingents of developing countries, the definition of mandates and of rules of engagement, coordination and cooperation between peacekeeping operations and the non-govemmental organizations that are active in the area of operations, and, finally, cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations. We support the recommendations contained in the report, which were mentioned earlier by Mr. Carlsson.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“Today's meeting gives us a useful opportunity to engage in public and constructive reflection so that we can formulate guidelines to enable the United Nations to respond effectively to various types of conflict. I should like in this respect to make a few brief comments.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“This conclusion is based on what the report deems to be an absence of capacity for analysis, which is the reason for the excessive and incomprehensible caution shown in the face of information regarding preparations for genocide. It also condemns the lack of political will to halt the genocide, which was partly the result of resolution 912 (1994) of 21 April 1994, which reduced the force level of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda, and partly of the weakening of the mandate of that Mission. These considerations were discussed at length in Mr. Carlsson's briefing today, and I will not repeat them. I would like to point out, however, that in addition to pointing out the failings of the Organization and its Member States, the report draws lessons from the tragedy of Rwanda and contains many proposals and recommendations.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): I too wish to welcome Mr. Carlsson and thank him and the other members of the Independent Inquiry for the clear-sighted, courageous and informative report he submitted to us. Let me recall that in this context the Organization of African Unity has also established an International Panel of Eminent Persons to analyse the Rwandan genocide and related events. Mali is proud to participate in that work through General Amadou Toumani Toure, former head of State of Mali. The main conclusion we can draw from the analysis of the report of the Independent Inquiry into the actions of the United Nations during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda is that the Organization and its Member States were not able to prevent or to halt the genocide in Rwanda.”
2000-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4127 (2000) · source
“Vendrell of the United Nations Special Mission to Afghanistan and the international humanitarian organizations for their efforts.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“As the Secretary-General stressed in his report, we believe this question should be dealt with in a coordinated manner to put an end to the illicit production of drugs in Afghanistan and their illicit trafficking from Afghan territory through the implementation of a detailed and balanced regional plan of action. In this respect, we welcome the major role played by the United Nations Office on Drug Control and Crime Prevention, and we commend the invaluable work of the "six plus two" group in that connection. The presidential statement we will be adopting at the end of this meeting covers all of these aspects and contains a strong, clear and consistent message, which my delegation fully endorses. In conclusion, I should like to commend Mr.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“Fourthly, with respect to the human rights situation in Afghanistan, we deem unacceptable the forced displacement of civilians, summary executions, arbitrary detention and forced labour, restrictions on the mobility of women and girls, the recruitment of child soldiers and all violations of human rights and of international humanitarian law. Fifthly, Mali strongly supports the resolve of the Security Council to combat terrorism. My sixth and last comment relates to illicit drug production and trafficking in general and within the context of Afghanistan.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“It is difficult to get assistance delivered; the critical situation of many civilians is intensifying; the number of displaced persons has increased; there is food insecurity for the majority of Afghans; and many people are in a very precarious situation. It is thus imperative that the Afghan parties, particularly the Taliban, take the necessary measures to ensure the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian supplies to all those in need, and they must stop interfering with the activities of the United Nations and other international humanitarian organizations. We welcome the efforts of neighbouring countries for the freely-agreed-to repatriation of Afghans who are currently in their territory, and we encourage them to continue providing aid and protection when necessary.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“Only a negotiated political settlement aimed at the establishment of a multi-ethnic and fully representative government acceptable to all Afghans will lead to peace and national reconciliation. Accordingly, we support the efforts of the Organization of the Islamic Conference to bring the Afghan parties together at Jeddah, and we encourage the "six plus two" group in its efforts to revitalize that process. We believe also that peace initiatives by the non-belligerent Afghan parties, such as the Rome, Cyprus and Tokyo processes, should also be supported. In this context, the United Nations must continue to play a central and impartial role. My third comment relates to the critical humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“I should like first of all to express our serious concern over the continuing conflict in Afghanistan, which is bringing such terrible suffering to the civilian population of that country and which poses a serious and growing threat to regional and international peace and security. We condemn the new offensives by the Taliban and are disturbed by reports that arms and other war materiel are continuing to enter Afghanistan, thereby allowing the two parties to prepare their spring offensive. Given the situation, we believe that the Council should demand that the fighting be halted. The parties must be convinced to hold talks with a view to a verifiable and lasting ceasefire. My second comment relates to the quest for a solution to the conflict. The Afghan parties must understand that there is no military solution to the Afghan conflict.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): The delegation of Mali extends its condolences to the people of Tunisia in connection with the death of President Bourguiba and associates itself fully with the tribute that you, Sir, paid to him at the beginning of this meeting. I would like also to express my delegation's satisfaction at seeing you preside over this meeting of the Security Council to consider the situation in Afghanistan. Let me thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive and detailed report. I am grateful also to Ambassador Listre for the report he presented in his capacity as Chairman of the sanctions Committee, and to Mr. Renninger for updating the information provided by the Secretariat.”
2000-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4124 (2000) · source
“Nana-Sinkam, to the people working in the United Nations Peace-building Support Office in Guinea-Bissau, and to the whole United Nations team, for their devoted efforts on behalf of Guinea- Bissau.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“The draft Presidential statement that has been submitted to the Council for consideration, which will be adopted following this meeting, may be viewed precisely from this twofold perspective. I would like to recall the firm commitment of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to continue its efforts to consolidate the situation in Sierra Leone as well as to stabilize the entire subregion. President Konare has made this a priority in his term of office as Chairman of ECOWAS, and has shown determination and resolve, as was recalled yesterday by Mr. Miyet in a very timely way. In addition, I would also like to pay tribute to the representative of the Secretary-General, Mr.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Despite the achievements made so far, however, the situation in the country is still fragile, and that is why we believe that the Security Council must send a strong signal to the political class of Guinea-Bissau, of all political parties, and to civil society in that country, a signal insisting on a return to normalcy and emphasizing the end of the transition period established by the Abuja Accord of 1 November 1998. Likewise, we believe it urgent that the international community be mobilized to provide assistance for the rebuilding of the economy and the consolidation of lasting peace in Guinea-Bissau. In this regard, we look forward with interest to the donors conference that will be held in New York in May of this year.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“The need to satisfy the popular need for change, as shown by the overwhelming election victory of President Kumba Yala, who got 72 per cent of the vote, is very strong, which determines the post-electoral priorities for the authorities in Guinea-Bissau for the short and medium term. It should also reinforce the spirit of reconciliation among the people, consolidate the rule of law, and assure good administration of public affairs as well as respect for human rights. We are pleased at the positive measures reported by Mr. Prendergast. At the same time, the new authorities in Guinea-Bissau must continue to improve relations with neighbouring States and cooperation with the international community as a whole.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): First, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his report of 24 March and Mr. Prendergast for his supplementary briefing. In deference to the wishes of the President, I will be brief. I would recall first that the holding of free, fair and transparent elections in Guinea-Bissau marked a major stage in the democratization of the country. As the Secretary-General's report states, with the completion of the transitional process, the country stands at a critical crossroad in its history, energized by the progress made so far, but conscious of the many challenges that lie ahead.”
2000-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4121 (2000) · source
“Similarly, we believe that the recommendations addressed to the sanctions Committee, as set out in paragraph 208 of the report of the Secretary-General, should be implemented fairly quickly, as they are aimed at breaking the current deadlock in that Committee. With regard to the recommendations to the Security Council in paragraph 209 and subsequent paragraphs of the report, we believe that they should be put into effect in order to remedy the shortcomings of the existing humanitarian programme. In this regard, we should, as a matter of priority, put an end to the excessive use of holds.”
2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120 (2000) · source
“Mali is gravely concerned about this situation, even though, as the report indicates, the humanitarian programme, which is currently in phase VII, was not designed as a means of meeting all the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi people. Secondly, the sanctions Committee, the Security Council and Iraq should now study carefully those recommendations contained in the report of the Secretary- General that relate to each of them. Because it bears a share of the responsibility for the situation in Iraq, in particular the humanitarian plight of its people, the Iraqi Government must, in the view of my delegation, take action to implement the recommendations in paragraph 207 of the Secretary-General's report, as well as those spelled out in his supplementary report of 1 February 1998 that have not yet been put into effect.”
2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120 (2000) · source
“In this regard, the report indicates that, although in resolution 1153 (1998) the Council authorized an increase in the level of financing of the programme from $1.32 billion to $3.4 billion per phase, the time required to correct the worsening humanitarian situation proved to be longer, the revenue shortfall in phases IV and V - some $2.2 billion - was sizeable, and the results fell short of expectations. Similarly, the report stresses the negative effects of holds on the humanitarian programme, in particular those holds relating to electricity, water and sanitation, transport and telecommunications, the notification mechanism for contracts relating to food, medicines, agriculture and education, and the approval of contracts for oil spare parts.”
2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120 (2000) · source
“First, the report underscores the progressive deterioration of Iraq's basic infrastructure, which is affecting the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi people. The group of experts set up by this Council has identified many problems that have hampered the proper execution of the humanitarian programme, whose implementation, I hardly need recall, is governed by the provisions of resolution 986 (1995), subsequent relevant resolutions and the Memorandum of Understanding concluded on 20 May 1996 by the Secretary-General and the Iraqi Government.”
2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): I should like to begin by thanking you, Mr. President, and, through you, the delegation of Bangladesh, for having devoted an open briefing to our consideration of the report of the Secretary-General of 10 March 2000 on the implementation of paragraphs 28 and 30 of resolution 1284 (1999) and paragraph 5 of resolution 1281 (1999). Your initiative, which we fully support, will certainly serve the objective of enhancing the transparency of the work of the Security Council. I should also like to thank the Secretary-General for his report and for his introductory remarks, which have given the Council a clear picture of the humanitarian situation in Iraq. We have studied the report carefully, and my delegation would like to make the following comments on it.”
2000-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4120 (2000) · source
“The transition from a society in conflict to economic and social development is a major challenge demanding great international solidarity. The international community should therefore support the process of consolidating peace, reconstruction and development, so that disarmament, demobilization and reintegration can meet with success.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“In our View, we need international programmes to provide long-term support and assistance for child soldiers and to strengthen the capacity of communities to offer such crucial long-term services. There are a number of lessons to be learned with respect to the matter under discussion. First, it prompts us to tackle tough issues such as land management, decentralization, education, communication and the strengthening of civil society through the establishment and strengthening of States based on the rule of law. Secondly, even modest measures, when taken in good time, can have a significant positive impact and can offer the hope of averting crisis. Thirdly, through good coordination, the international community may be able to prevent the outbreak of war and create conditions conducive to economic development.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“Indeed, peace-building and economic and social development efforts have involved the progressive integration of numbers of ex-combatants into the armed and security forces of Mali and the State public services, as well as individual or group financing of small development projects in the northern part of the country. The effort to build peace and to revive economic and social activity in post-conflict situations are therefore just as important as those to prevent or settle conflicts. Fourthly, the phenomenon of child soldiers needs special attention. We bear a heavy responsibility with respect to this unfortunate phenomenon, which is unacceptable and which must be ended. In that connection, let me pay high tribute to the dynamic, intelligent and determined efforts of Mr. Olara Otunnu; we support him entirely.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“Given their reach and scope, these initiatives should be supported technically and financially. Thirdly, the reintegration of ex-combatants into civil society is often a difficult undertaking that deserves special attention. The consolidation of the reintegration process requires taking into account the basic economic needs of ex-combatants, such as education, vocational training and the financing of their resettlement. In Mali, this type of preventive diplomacy has been very successful, following the settlement of the conflict that beset the northern part of the country in the early 19905.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“In the same context, we should stress the importance of the role of the United Nations Special Representative in terms of the coordination of all DDR activities in cooperation with the various parties, United Nations institutions and the bilateral and multilateral cooperation agencies. Similarly, it seems to us that experience acquired in former or current peacekeeping operations should serve as a catalyst for future United Nations activity. Secondly, the cooperation of regional organizations is necessary in the struggle against the flow of and trade in arms. Regional initiatives on the proliferation of light weapons in particular, such as the moratorium declared by the West African States, undoubtedly help create more effective conditions for controlling such weapons.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“The central role of the United Nations in all phases of the process also constitutes an element of guarantee and a token of impartiality and legitimacy. However, as the Secretary-General points out, in order to be effective, United Nations intervention must be part of the framework of an agreement or a commitment between the various parties. In this respect, the Secretary-General's proposal to make disarmament, demobilization and reintegration a component of the mandates of peacekeeping operations deserves the full support of Member States. We also believe that, if United Nations activity is to yield tangible results, demilitarization expertise and adequate financial resources need to be mobilized at all stages of the process.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): Today, the Security Council is discussing the important issue of maintaining peace and security and post-conflict peace- building. The Secretary-General has laid a firm foundation for this debate by submitting a comprehensive report, entitled "The role of United Nations peacekeeping in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration", for which we thank him. In this regard, I would like to make a few brief comments. First, establishing a climate of trust among the various sectors of society in a country emerging from armed conflict is the fundamental prerequisite for achieving lasting peace. In this connection, the definition of an overall framework of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR), accompanied by a timetable and technical and financial means for its implementation, is essential.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118 (2000) · source
“I mention this also to show that the example of East Timor has shown that the search for solutions to issues of reconstruction can be based on close coordinated cooperation among financial institutions, the United Nations and the people concerned, in this instance the people of East Timor. This is something we welcome. Let me conclude by thanking the Secretary-General and his Special Representative, Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, as well as all the others who are participating in the restoration of peace and in post-conflict reconstruction in East Timor.”
2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source
“That is why we welcomed the establishment of the National Consultative Council, which we see as an essential instrument for true participation by the people of East Timor in decision- making and in strengthening the independence process. We would be very interested to hear from Mr. Annabi an initial assessment of the roundtables intended to promote national reconciliation. Turning to reconstruction, the Tokyo donors conference was an important event in that sphere. We welcome the substantial pledges that were announced, and - along with Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, who addressed the Council some weeks ago - we hope that they will be fulfilled as soon as possible.”
2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source
“Annabi address this question, and tell us whether the personnel may be too numerous given the present situation? I believe that the return of refugees is the most important of the political and practical issues on the ground. In our View, the United Nations and the international community should continue to make this a priority. We reaffirm our support for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and for other organizations working in the field to help the refugees return in safety and dignity. Mr. Annabi noted that some 100,000 people remain in West Timor. We would be glad to hear some further information about the activities of the joint border commission. On the reconciliation process, let me recall that such a process is fundamental to the creation of the stability required for sustainable development.”
2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): I wish first to associate myself with the words of welcome addressed to Ambassador Levitte; my delegation and I look forward to cooperating with him in continuing the excellent relationship between our two Missions, which mirrors that between our two countries. I thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this briefing. My thanks go also to Mr. Annabi for the information he has provided, enabling us to make an up- to-date assessment of the situation in East Timor. I have a few comments to make on key issues about which Mr. Annabi spoke. On the security situation, we are pleased at the notable progress that Mr. Annabi described. Yet is there not a problem with the staffing of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET)? Could Mr.”
2000-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4114 (2000) · source
“In this connection, I would like to underline that, in solidarity with the struggle of the Angolan people, Mali is resolved to seek the further strengthening of sanctions against UNITA. It is for this reason that my delegation exhorts all Members of the United Nations to look closely at the conclusions and recommendations contained in the report. We also take the view that it is important for the international community to lend its support and provide the necessary assistance to Angola's neighbours so as to support their efforts to secure better monitoring of the sanctions.”
2000-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4113 (2000) · source
“Secondly, the report before us today shows that, notwithstanding the sanctions, UNITA has been able to evade their impact through the existence of a complex network that has made it possible for it to sidestep the sanctions and have at its disposal a formidable war machine. Various actors, including Governments, have been cited. In this regard, I would like to lend my delegation's support to the proposal made by France concerning the follow-up to be given to the experts' recommendations. Thirdly, the report under consideration also establishes that despite violations, the sanctions have begun to bear fruit. It is clear that the serious difficulties being experienced by UNITA with regard to fuel supplies are the result of the beneficial effects of the sanctions.”
2000-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4113 (2000) · source
“First, Mali deplores the continuing conflict in Angola, which has lasted some 25 years and for which UNITA is primarily responsible. The Angolan people have suffered too much as a result of the war. The time has therefore come for the international community to put an end to it. From this standpoint, the report we are considering today proposes rigorous measures aimed at cutting off sources of illegal revenue obtained by UNITA from the sale of diamonds, reducing its access to petroleum supplies and limiting its procurement of arms and ammunition. In this regard, I wish to pay tribute to the tireless efforts of Ambassador Fowler to facilitate a political settlement to the Angolan crisis by restricting UNITA's ability to continue to pursue the military option.”
2000-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4113 (2000) · source
“Mr. Ouane (Mali) (spoke in French): I would first of all like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this briefing on the final report of the Panel of Experts created by resolution 1237 (1999) of 7 May 1999. I would also like to welcome the presence at this meeting of the Minister for External Relations of Angola and of Minister of State Peter Hain of the United Kingdom. Naturally, I also wish to thank Ambassador Fowler, Chairman of the Security Council Committee created pursuant to resolution 864 (1993), for his very detailed introductory statement, as well as the members of the Panel of Experts, whose final report we are considering today. In the context of the initial consideration of the matter before the Council today, I wish to make the following preliminary comments.”
2000-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4113 (2000) · source
“We also take the view that political and financial support of the international community in the current stage of the Sierra Leone peace process are essential. My delegation fully supports the proposals to extend the reporting period and for a statement to be made to the press, as proposed by Ambassador Greenstock. We would also like to thank him for the very useful information provided at the beginning of this meeting. The meeting was suspended at 1.25 pm.”
2000-03-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4111 (2000) · source
“Other questions considered at that meeting were related, among other things, to the restructuring of Sierra Leonean armed forces and the implementation of the political provisions of the Lome Peace Agreement. It was agreed that efforts needed to be made to implement those provisions, on the understanding that the capacity of the Government of National Unity to implement such provisions will be facilitated by its power to mobilize additional financial resources. Lastly, the meeting recommended that regular consultations should be scheduled between the Government, the Revolutionary United Front Party, the AFRC and all other parties. In conclusion, my delegation endorses the observations and recommendations made by the Secretary-General in his report of 7 March.”
2000-03-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4111 (2000) · source