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Oyarzabal

lines on the record: 204
first: 2011-08-26
most recent: 2015-10-20
sittings or episodes: 30
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“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I would like to thank Ambassador Quinlan for his presentation of the quarterly report on the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006), and for his leadership of the Committee. I would first like to welcome the provisional agreement reached in Geneva in November between Iran and the group of the five permanent members of the Security Council and Germany. It creates the possibility of resolving pending issues, and we believe that it demonstrates the value of diplomatic measures that enable us to reach solutions through negotiation.”
2013-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7082 (2013) · source
“We highlight UNMIK's work and its activities to support the rule of law, especially in collaboration with all the relevant interested parties, with regard to the major problems on the ground. As rightly pointed out by the Secretary-General in his report, it is also key that the international presences in Kosovo continue to strengthen mutual cooperation with the common aim of helping to establish appropriate conditions for the next stages of the implementation ofthe 19 April agreement. We conclude by highlighting the work done by the Special Representative to promote security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo in accordance with resolution 1244 (1999).”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“It is also important to continue to accord priority to efforts to resolve the legacy of the conflict, including pending cases involving disappeared persons, as well as to promote and protect all human rights. In that regard, we are encouraged by the fact that UNMIK continues to support efforts to determine the fate of the disappeared. Of course, we also take note of the joint press conference, held in Pristina and Belgrade, with the participation of Kosovo Albanians and Kosovo Serb representatives of the association of families of disappeared and abducted persons. We join the call for a redoubling of efforts and cooperation in order to prevent having impunity be the response to serious violations of human rights.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“We also hope for the greatest success in the restoration process to carried out by UNESCO in the next three years in coordination with the Mission and with financing from the European Union. Argentina believes that it is extremely important to achieve full respect for the human rights of internally displaced persons, who should be able to return to their places of origin and have access to substantive rights without being subject to discrimination. It is fundamental to continue working to ensure the return and definitive reintegration of internally displaced persons, in particular by facilitating their access to housing, basic services and employment, expediting the issuance of documentation relating to their civil status, and preventing any security incidents. The technical assistance provided by UNMIK is crucial in that regard.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“We join others in calling on all the parties to closely cooperate with the investigation to identify those responsible and bring them to justice, as well as to do everything possible to prevent such incidents in the future. It is also important to reiterate that UNMIK's work continues to be essential in providing maximum support for the political processes while paying special attention issues relating to the implementation of the 19 April agreement. With regard to the protection of cultural and religious heritage, we are greatly encouraged by the progress made in the area ofreconstruction, which is an UNMIK priority. We hope that the activities under way will continue so as to contribute to reconciliation among communities.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“We hope that meetings will continue to be held between the parties to move forward with the implementation of the agreement and speed up the search for a political solution to pending matters. We encourage the parties to continue along that path to progress, in keeping with resolution 1244 (1999). We also encourage them to respect the letter of the agreement while also healing the wounds of the past, peaceably and in good faith. Although we are encouraged by the fact that the overall security situation in Kosovo remained calm during the period under review, we should not stop paying attention to the security situation in northern Mitrovica. That situation requires coordinated action in order to resolve the problems in good faith so as to avoid future tensions. We condemn the tragic death of a EULEX officer in September.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“The Serbian political leadership responded with political vision and perseverance to the many challenges that arose by taking steps to make the participation of all groups possible. As indicated by the Secretary-General in his report, commendable progress was recorded in the transition of local State structures, especially with regard to encouraging the population in the north to take part in the elections by building trust, answering their questions and addressing their concerns. Commitment is key with regard to the first agreement on the principles governing the normalization of relations is evident, so as to stabilize the situation through compromise, trust and dialogue.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“Thanks to the efforts of the parties, we can today welcome the fact that the process culminated as expected in the completion ofthe electoral process on 17 November, during which the rest of the voters were able to exercise their rights. We can only agree with the Secretary-General in acknowledging the efforts made by the parties in order to conclude the process. We highlight the constructive spirit that prevailed to help resolve matters related to the elections, especially agreements that helped to facilitate the elections in the north, including voting by displaced persons. The Republic of Serbia in particular demonstrated its firm commitment to the success of the process under the April agreement and the dialogue facilitated by the European Union.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“Argentina voted in favour of resolution 1244 (1999) - at a time when it was also a Security Council member - and believes that it continues to serve as the international legal basis applicable in Kosovo in the quest to find an overall solution through a political political process and negotiations. The importance of UNMIK on the ground is clearly evident in the successes recorded during the Kosovo municipal elections. We would like to express our concern with regard to the incidents of violence and intimidation that prevented the free exercise of democratic rights in northern Kosovo during the 3 November elections. The role of the Mission was key in that regard.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Farid Zarif for his presentation of the report (S/2013/631) on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We also welcome the participation of Serbian Prime Minister Ivica Dacie and Mr. Hashim Thaci. First of all, Argentina would like to highlight the vital role played by the United Nations in Kosovo through UNMIK by promoting security, stability and respect for human rights. We also welcome its cooperation with the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) and the Kosovo Force (KFOR), while maintaining a status-neutral position under the auspices of the United Nations.”
2013-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7064 (2013) · source
“Due to its presence and its ability to interact with all sectors of Afghan political and social life, the presence of the United Nations through the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has been fundamental and will be even more so as the transition progresses. That is why I would like to reiterate the commitment of Argentina to the Afghan people, to democracy, to human rights and to the development of the country.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“The challenges facing Afghanistan are interrelated, That is why sustained progress in the area of strengthening the rule of law and institutions, national reconciliation and social and economic development are mutually reinforcing. In that respect, we believe that the international community will continue to support the people and Government of Afghanistan in its efforts in the area of economic development and social inclusion. Under the leadership of its Government, the determination and drive of its people and the support of the international community, Afghanistan has come a long way and is preparing to embark on a new stage of its independence and sovereignty.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“In other words, the full participation of women at all levels and in all sectors of economic activity is essential to building strong economies and to consolidating stable and just societies. With regard to the process of reconciliation, as is the case for other members of the Security Council and in other situations, we understand that the stability of the country cannot be achieved exclusively through military means. In that respect, we believe that the reconciliation of process as well as the process of strengthening the institutions of the country should be led by the Afghans themselves so that peace and development will be sustainable.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“While recognizing the significant progress that has been made over the past decade in terms of gender equality in Afghanistan and the empowerment of Afghan women, thanks to the priority that the Afghan Government has given to the issue, and as was also recognized by the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women in June 2013 when the first national report on the matter was being presented, we nevertheless feel that it is possible to continue building on those successes. We understand the challenges that persist but we feel that it is essential that women participate fully in the peace and reconciliation processes. As we have said on other occasions, we feel that this should also be a strategic priority for the transition.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“With respect to the security situation, we are deeply concerned at the increase in civilian casualties caused by terrorist attacks, among them a high number of women and children who have either been killed or injured. A particularly disturbing development in that regard is the regrettable increase in the attacks on women in public office or the security forces. All parties must respect international humanitarian law, and those responsible for these attacks must be prosecuted for their deeds.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“For that reason we would like to highlight the progress made in preparing for the elections and in passing legislation establishing the electoral framework, with independent electoral institutions. At the same time, we believe it is important that the elections be carried out in an adequate security climate that will enable the Afghan people to freely exercise their rights. In particular, we urge the Government and the international community to ensure the presence of female police and security agents so as to enable Afghan women to exercise their right to elect their representatives. We hope that this aspect will be taken into consideration as part of the upcoming renewal of the mandate of the International Security Assistance Force.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): I would first like to thank Special Representative Kubis for his presentation of the report of the Secretary- General (S/2013/535), and Ambassador Tanin for his valuable contribution. The Secretary-General's report provides us with a complete picture of the circumstances surrounding the transition in Afghanistan, the progress made and the difficulties that still have to be dealt with. With the leadership of its Government, the determination and drive of its people and the support of the international community, Afghanistan has come a long way and is preparing to enter into a new stage of independence and sovereignty. In that regard, the success of the 2014 elections is crucial to strengthening peace and reconstruction in Afghanistan and completing the political and security transition.”
2013-09-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7035 (2013) · source
“While we highlight the swift publication of the report as an official document of the Council, we hope that the Committee will continue to consider the recommendations and other outstanding issues. Finally, let me reiterate my country's position on the importance of improving the quality of the list of persons and entities subject to sanctions. We understand that it is essential that States provide, on a voluntary basis, additional information to enable the accurate identification of such persons and entities, in order to ensure the effective implementation of the measures imposed on Iran.”
2013-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7028 (2013) · source
“We also reiterate that Iran must adopt and implement the so-called structured approach to resolve the outstanding issues, in accordance with the call by the IAEA Board of Governors in its resolution of September 2012 (GOV/2012/50). While we regret that no concrete results have been achieved thus far, we hope that the new round of negotiations between Iran and the IAEA, scheduled for 27 September, will make it possible to achieve substantive progress aimed at finalizing the structured approach document in order to begin the process of clarifying outstanding issues. With regard to the work of the Committee, I would like to thank the Panel of Experts for its final report (S/2013/331, annex) and the recommendations made, which we fully support.”
2013-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7028 (2013) · source
“We consider it essential that Iran actively cooperate with the Agency and provide all required information about its nuclear programme by providing access to all the necessary areas to allow for effective verification. In that regard, we believe it is important that Iran take the necessary steps to fully implement its obligations, including the relevant resolutions of the Security Council, and restore the confidence of the international community in the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear programme. We remain convinced that it is essential to continue to seek a solution through talks that provide certainty about the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear programme. We therefore encourage the parties to continue their efforts to that end in a responsible manner and without preconditions.”
2013-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7028 (2013) · source
“At the same time, my country reiterates the inalienable right of all States parties to the Treaty to develop their research, production and use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes without discrimination. That is a principled position that we have expressed in this and other relevant forums. In that context, we maintain a robust and peaceful nuclear programme that has made us leaders in the field in our region. We have received the most recent report (GOV/2013/40) of the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), dated 28 August 2013, and continue to share his assessment of and concern about the lack of progress in providing clarity on the outstanding issues.”
2013-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7028 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): First of all, I would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on behalf of my delegation, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September and reiterate my delegation's full willingness to work constructively with you and support you during your presidency. I would also like to thank you for the submission of the quarterly report on the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) and for your leading role in chairing it. Argentina has a firm and historic commitment to the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and believes that the international community should support the nuclear non-proliferation regime and its cornerstone, the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.”
2013-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7028 (2013) · source
“In conclusion, Iwould like to pose a specific question to one of the Missions to which my country contributes a large contingent and which is the only Mission in the Latin American and Caribbean region: the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Bearing in mind that it is among the Missions that have a large number of engineering companies, I would like to ask the MINUSTAH Force Commander, either directly or through Mr. Ladsous, how he would describe, from his experience and the results obtained, the strengths and weaknesses of the use of such companies and their impact on the humanitarian assistance being provided to the Haitian people. At the same time, I would like to hear his views on the use for the same functions of military engineering companies and civilian companies contracted by the United Nations.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“We view as important the topic of inter-mission cooperation, including in terms of the use of new technologies, as long as savings made through such cooperation do not detract from the capacity of a cooperating mission to fulfil its mandate or guarantee the security of its personnel. On that point, I would like to hear from the Force Commanders if any lessons have been learned with regard to the command and control exercised by a Force Commander of over personnel of another mission who join his or her peacekeeping operation. With regard to the challenges posed by predeployment evaluation, it is our understanding that the generalization of predeployment courses through which the United Nations can certify and insist on minimum standards guaranteeing a universal level of training could be crucial for attaining better results on the ground.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“The second question I would like to pose to the Force Commanders is related to the use of unarmed aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, whose deployment is already planned for MONUSCO and has been requested for UNOCI. Argentina supports the use of such technology as long as it is done in adherence to the principles of the Charter and of peacekeeping, on an exceptional and controlled basis, and only with the purpose of gathering information. In that regard, have some lessons already been learned from this phase of deployment of MONUSCO? What potential is there to extend the use of UAVs to other existing Missions?”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“The firstpoint I would like to raise is the clear linkage between the broadening mandates of peacekeeping missions, referred to as robust or effective, and the increasing number of security incidents. In that regard, during the negotiations on the relevant resolutions, we expressed our concern at the recent modifications in a number of mandates ofmissions in Africa, in particular the establishment in MONUSCO of an Intervention Brigade authorized to carry out peace enforcement activities. We know that the Secretariat has begun to implement additional security mechanisms for Mission personnel, as described at the recent meeting of the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations. Nevertheless, we would like to hear the impressions of the MONUSCO Force Commander on this topic.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“Examples of this include the peacekeeping operations whose Force Commanders briefed us so informatively today: the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), the United Nations Mission in Liberia and the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire (UNOCI). The presence of those Missions is crucial to guaranteeing the protection of civilians in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and C6te d'Ivoire and to promoting the effective functioning of State institutions in Liberia. I shall take only a brief moment to make some additional comments and pose some questions so as to leave more time for the briefers to respond.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“Peacekeeping operations are now a complex and continuously evolving system, developed to fulfil this fundamental aim. Argentina has therefore contributed troops and police since 1958, based on its commitment to developing such a system of peacekeeping and working to strengthen it and to make it more transparent and democratic in upholding international law. As we always note in our statements on this topic, we believe that peacekeeping is a legitimate and valid tool to promote and protect human rights in those countries affected by conflict, in particular by providing assistance to rebuild institutions and strengthen democracy and the rule of law through multidimensional missions with increasingly complex and comprehensive mandates.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I would like to thank you, Sir, for having organized this dialogue. I also welcome the Force Commanders and thank them for their briefings and the dedication with which they carry out their tasks in their respective Missions, under such difficult circumstances. We thoroughly support consultations such as today's meeting, which provide Security Council members with quality first-hand information on mission activities on the ground and the challenges they face. We trust that the holding of such meetings, which has now been ongoing for four years, will become established practice and continue in the future. The maintenance of international peace and security continues to be among the highest priorities of the Organization.”
2013-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6987 (2013) · source
“Under its Government's leadership and with the driving force of its people and the support of the international community, Afghanistan has travelled a long road and is preparing to embark on a new phase of independence and sovereignty. Through its presence and ability to interact with every sector of Afghan political and social life, UNAMA has played a fundamental role in helping to reach this moment that will be even more vital as the transition progresses. We would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and all his staff and urge them to continue their important work.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“However, both in the most recent report of the Secretary-General on sexual violence in conflict (S/20l3/149) and in reviewing certain recent developments related to the Law on the Elimination of Violence against Women, we are reminded that the goals that have been achieved have not been secured. Maintaining and firmly establishing those achievements is not only a human rights imperative; it must also be a strategic priority of the transition to ensure the full participation of women at all levels and in all economic sectors. It is an essential element in building solid economies and strengthening stable and equitable societies.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“It should not be manipulated to justify acts that constitute war crimes. Secondly, after more than a decade of conflict, it is clear that Afghanistan's long-term stability demands a negotiated peace emerging from a political process to end the violence. Any initiative must be led and conducted by Afghans themselves. We therefore support the endeavours and role of the High Peace Council of Afghanistan in creating favourable conditions to enable the process to take place. We trust that the principal national and international actors will overcome their differences, which have made progress difficult in efforts to open effective channels of dialogue with the Taliban. Thirdly, we welcome the progress made in the past decade in gender equality and women's empowerment in Afghanistan.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“First, on security, we acknowledge the progress made in the professionalization and capacity-building of the Afghan forces to enable them to deal with security issues. At the same time, we must voice our deep concern at the number of civilians who continue to be killed in armed conflict. The figures show that the situation remains far from resolved; instead, it has worsened. An about-turn is required so that the Afghan people can have full confidence in the protection provided by its own security forces in the long term. In our view, it is important to join the appeals to the anti-Government forces that are responsible for the highest number of victims to end their indiscriminate attacks against civilians. They must scrupulously respect the difference between combatants and civilians, which is clearly established under international law.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“That will mark the beginning ofa new phase in the strengthening of democracy in Afghanistan. Together with such progress, my country believes that a transition ensuring that Afghans will be fully responsible for their future and their destiny must also generate the conditions necessary to enable the country to free itself of its dependence on donors and to work towards independent economic development, within a framework of regional cooperation and integration. Along those lines, the report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/350) offers a comprehensive overview of the circumstances of the transition, the goals achieved and the challenges that remain. Many aspects are covered in the report. While acknowledging the importance of all, I would like on this occasion to emphasize just a few.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): To start, I wish to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Kubis for his briefing, and Ambassador Tanin for his important contribution. Afghanistan is moving steadily forward in preparing for the political and security transition to be completed in 2014. Only two days ago, an historic landmark was reached when the Afghan forces assumed responsibility for security throughout the land for the first time since 2001. We welcome that important step on the road to full sovereignty. In parallel, over the next few weeks, the country's politicians will be taking important decisions aimed at creating a legal framework to guarantee the convening of credible elections that will be accepted by the entire Afghan population.”
2013-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6983 (2013) · source
“It is essential that rehabilitation efforts for victims provide genuine programmes aimed at reintegration, while avoiding the possibility of fresh recruitment, which, unfortunately, continues to occur frequently. We are concerned about the growing use of schools for military purposes and the increase in attacks on schools, teachers and schoolchildren. We therefore believe that the international community should devote particular attention to that problem, as the right to education of thousands of children worldwide is being dramatically affected. The report also mentions the effects on children of attacks by unmanned aerial vehicles used in military operations and the growing number of children in detention, matters that are also of concern.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“In its first ruling - the case of Thomas Lubanga Dyilo - the Court demonstrated its crucial role in the investigation, trial and sentencing of criminals and its ability to deter and prevent future serious violations of international law and its ability to work towards justice, truth and reconciliation. We also welcome the transfer of Bosco Ntaganda to the Court in March. That auspicious step forward illustrates the importance of the growing cooperation among States and the Court. Argentina has always stressed the need to address the deep-rooted causes of violence and to provide and strengthen development assistance in order to assist States in rebuilding.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“Likewise, in terms of measures against persistent perpetrators, the ICC has a fundamentally important role to play. When adopting resolution 1612 (2005) in 2005, Argentina, as a member of the Council at the time, emphasized the important need for the Working Group created by that resolution to work with the International Criminal Court and share information as available. Reality has confirmed that need, given that a significant number of the countries mentioned in the report have ratified the Rome Statute. In some cases, situations have been referred to the Court either by the affected State itself or by the Council.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“It is States that bear the primary responsibility to investigate and prosecute persons responsible for war crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity and other serious infringements of international law. When States cannot or will not exercise that primary jurisdiction which belongs to them, the international system provides alternative mechanisms, such as the International Criminal Court (ICC). Thus the national and international mechanisms for monitoring the application of international law must be strengthened in order to ensure accountability. In that regard, we wish to echo the position taken recently by the International Criminal Court that any financial difficulties that a country may be facing cannot justify the failure to prosecute such crimes.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“We welcome the discussions held by the Working Group on ways to step up pressure on parties that consistently commit violations despite the repeated calls by the Council to those parties to cease committing such violations. In that regard, we reiterate the need for greater coordination between the system for the protection of children in armed conflict and the various sanctions regimes, in order to make it possible to impose sanctions aimed at the perpetrators of the most flagrant violations against children in conflict situations. Argentina believes that the fight against impunity is fundamental in the broader context of State responsibility for the protection of civilians.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“The Council's condemnation should not be limited to merely taking note of the public naming by the Secretary-General in his report of those parties that commit violations against children; rather, it should also translate into specific measures that reflect a genuine and comprehensive understanding of the issues at all levels of the Council's agenda. Indeed, child protection should be taken into account in the peacekeeping operation plans presented to the Security Council, including support for the inclusion of child protection experts in the operations mandated by the Council and capacity-building and knowledge sharing in the area of human rights.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“We reiterate Argentina's firm support for the work carried out by the Security Council with a view to ending grave violations of the rights of children in the context of armed conflict. Such acts are unacceptable acts that harm the international community as a whole and which we therefore condemn in the strongest possible terms. The delegation of Argentina underscores the important role played by the Special Rapporteur of the Secretary-General in cooperation with UNICEF and other agencies of the system in implementing the scheme created by the Council in its successive resolutions, which has recently achieved positive results. However, as can be seen from the report before us today (S/2013/245), a great deal remains to be done.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): At the outset, I wish to thank the United Kingdom for its initiative in convening this debate. I also commend Luxembourg for its work in chairing the Working Group and guiding the negotiations that produced today's draft presidential statement on this topic. We will be able to adopt a draft presidential statement today thanks to the flexibility shown by the delegations, which Argentina values very highly in the light of the importance of this topic and the text to be adopted. We also thank in particular the briefings by Special Representative Leila Zerrougui, Under-Secretary- General Herve Ladsous, the Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, Johanna Brandt, and the Associate Vice-President of Save the Children, Gregory Ramm.”
2013-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6980 (2013) · source
“We must continue to work to ensure the return and final integration of internally displaced persons and in particular facilitate their access to housing, basic services and jobs. We must also expedite the documentation of their civil status and prevent incidents of insecurity. UNMIK technical assistance is essential in that regard. We support UNMIK as it supports the rule of law, particularly by cooperating with EULEX and the competent authorities in Serbia and Pristina. In conclusion, I underscore the work of the Special Representative to promote security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo, pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999).”
2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source
“UNMIK's important work makes it imperative to find practical solutions, prevent tension and ensure that the Administration continues to play its role in conflict prevention, mediation and facilitation. We are concerned over the ongoing incidents and tensions, particularly the destruction of religious and cultural heritage, the prevention of which is an UNMIK priority. We draw special attention to the desecration of Orthodox Serbian cemeteries in Kosovo. Argentina condemns such acts and calls for the conclusion of investigations under way in order to punish the perpetrators of these acts of vandalism and religious intolerance, and to promote reconciliation between the communities.”
2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source
“We welcome the signing ofthe "First agreement on principles governing the normalization of relations" in the context of the high-level dialogue under European Union auspices. We trust that the agreement will give a high profile to the situation and that progress will be made on a political solution to the outstanding issues through compromise, trust and dialogue. Those in Serbia who favour the normalization of relations deserve special recognition. We urge the parties to pursue this agenda, pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999), and to implement the agreement strictly, overcoming past obstacles and acting in good faith and peacefully. We must continue to focus on the security situation in northern Mitrovica. This will require coordinated action to ensure that the problems can be resolved in good faith and future tension avoided.”
2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source
“Mr. Oyarzabal (Argentina) (spoke in Spanish): I should first like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Farid Zarif, for his presentation of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2013/254) on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), and to welcome the Prime Minister of Serbia, Mr. Ivica Dacie, and Mr. Hashim Thaci. I underscore the role of the United Nations in Kosovo via UNMIK in promoting security, stability and respect for human rights, as well as its cooperation with the Kosovo Force and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), maintaining a status-neutral position regarding the statute and under the auspices of the United Nations.”
2013-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6979 (2013) · source
“Finally, I would like to point out the importance of the groups of friends in that partnership framework. The Group of Friends of Haiti, of which Argentina is a member together with other members of the Council and several countries of the region, is a clear example of the relevant role that such an informal mechanism can play. Through its participation in the drawing up of the draft resolutions renewing the mandate of the mission in Haiti, among others, the Group contributes to maintaining Member States' support of the Mission by ensuring a continuity of efforts and unity of objectives.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“There is consensus among the Members of the Organization regarding the need to improve the United Nations capacity to carry out peacekeeping operations by strengthening the cooperative partnership that, in practice, comprises Security Council members - which design the missions' mandates - the Secretariat, the General Assembly, the host country and the troop- and police-contributing countries, which implement the mandate on the ground. In this regard, my country believes that, in order to make that partnership more efficient, it will be necessary to continue to improve communication and coordination among its members. In this context, we highlight the 11-4815] importance of convening the Security Council's informal meetings with the troop- and police- contributing countries sufficiently in advance of the expiration of their mandates.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“My country discussed this and other matters this year in the troubled substantive session of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations and in the General Assembly, and has adopted a constructive approach in this respect. The founding principle of our position is respect for national participation by the societies in which the peacekeeping missions are deployed. On this basis, Argentina favours any improvement to the missions' mechanisms that contributes to the effective discharge of their mandates and allows for better performance and conditions for the personnel deployed on the ground. In this respect, we believe that the creation of the Department of Field Support and the progressive implementation of the field support strategy are wise moves that will allow us to optimize resources and make peacekeeping more effective.”
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