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lines on the record: 547
first: 2009-05-05
most recent: 2013-08-28
sittings or episodes: 90
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“In recent months, we have seen strong consensus emerge that a broad, inclusive political settlement offers the best prospect for peace and stability in Afghanistan. We particularly welcome the efforts of Afghanistan and Pakistan to strengthen their relationship and their common understanding of the Afghan peace and reconciliation process. In February, the leaders of both countries agreed to increase cooperation between military and intelligence establishments, to strengthen coordination on Taliban prisoner releases from Pakistani detention, and to support the opening of an office in Doha for the purpose of peaceful negotiations between the Afghan High Peace Council and authorized representatives of the Taliban. That sends a clear message to the Taliban: now is the time to participate in a peaceful political process.”
2013-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6935 (2013) · source
“ISAF has continued to transition security to the ANSF on schedule. This year, with the announcement of the fifth tranche, the ANSF will take the leading responsibility for the security of the whole Afghan population, approximately 27 million people. As the ANSF continues to grow in confidence and operational experience, so will the confidence that the Afghan population has in them grow. We remain convinced that they will be ready, willing and able to effectively manage Afghanistan's security after 2014, and to tackle any residual insurgent threat. They will have the full support of the United Kingdom and of the international community in doing so. But tackling security concerns is only part of the picture. Tangible and lasting progress on peace and reconciliation must go hand in hand with that.”
2013-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6935 (2013) · source
“I would like to focus my comments today on four areas, namely, the transition of security responsibility to the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF), the progress on, and prospects for, peace and reconciliation, the preparations for elections in 2014, and, more broadly, the international community's long-term commitment to Afghanistan. Turning first to the security transition to the Afghan National Security Forces, let me pay tribute to all the women and men of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission in Afghanistan and to the members of the Afghan National Security Forces who work alongside them. They continue to carry out their duties with great professionalism and courage. The United Kingdom is grateful for their outstanding contribution to the peace and security of Afghanistan.”
2013-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6935 (2013) · source
“Let me start by thanking the Secretary-General for his report (S/2013/133) and his statement this morning. We welcome back to the Council Special Representative Jan Kubis. I would also like to thank Ambassador Tanin for his contribution to today's debate, as well as to thank Foreign Minister Carr and the delegation of Australia for their leadership in the Council on the issue before us. The United Kingdom welcomes today's adoption of resolution 2096 (2013), which renews the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for a further 12 months. Let me take this opportunity to note the continued leadership of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the hard work of his staff throughout the past year.”
2013-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6935 (2013) · source
“Action by the European Union and cooperation between the European Union and others, including the United Nations, continue to make an important contribution to those efforts.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“We also welcome Baroness Ashton's engagement in driving forward the European Union-facilitated dialogue between Serbia and Kosovo. It is important that the momentum is maintained to get both countries to reach the conditionalities set out in the December General Affairs Council conclusions, notably with regard to northern Kosovo. That process of dialogue offers the best prospect for consolidating recent progress and generating the necessary understandings and cooperation between Serbia and Kosovo, from which both countries and the region as a whole will benefit. If recent history has taught us anything, it is that the international community acts most effectively where it acts coherently.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“The United Kingdom warmly welcomes the tireless efforts of Baroness Ashton in support of the E3+3 negotiations with Iran and the continued work of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The countries of the E3+3 are scheduled to meet Iran in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on 26 February, to present a balanced and credible offer. The onus is firmly on Iran to come to the next talks ready to negotiate seriously and to take concrete steps to respond to international concerns over its nuclear programme. The Security Council has adopted six resolutions on the Iranian nuclear issue, four of which contain sanctions. European Union countries have fully implemented those measures and have agreed further sanctions in support of the E3+3 Governments" dual-track strategy of pressure and engagement.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“We now have a real opportunity to make progress in Somalia, which we look to the United Nations, the African Union and the EU together to seize in the coming months. As many of us in this Chamber have noted already, 2013 will be a critical year for the Middle East peace process. The European Union has worked closely with the United Nations as members of the Quartet on a number of initiatives, including delivering practical assistance to the Palestinian State-building programme and calling on Israel to ease restrictions on movement and access to the West Bank and Gaza. The EU rightly continues to underline that a political solution must be reached and remains committed to working with the United Nations, other Quartet members and the wider international community to make progress.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“In Somalia, international action in support of the Somali Government has already delivered significant gains. Here the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has led the fight against extremism, in the form of Al-Shabaab, but has been supported by both the European Union and the United Nations through troop salaries from the EU Africa Peace Facility and logistical support from the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM. That is a good example of the EU and the United Nations working together to make a difference and to address a major challenge to international peace and security. The European Union is making a further contribution by providing training for 3,000 troops to build up Somalia's own armed forces to fight alongside AMISOM.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“In all those endeavours, the European Union works hand in hand with the United Nations, particularly the Secretary-General's Special Envoy, Romano Prodi, and with the Special Representative for West Africa, Said Djinnit. The European Union and the United Nations are also working closely to implement resolution 1325 (2000), including promoting the role of women in peacebuilding and tackling impunity for sexual violence. In Mali, the United Kingdom will contribute human rights experts to the European Union military training mission to provide specialist training to the Malian armed forces on preventing and responding to sexual violence. The new United Nations Office in Mali will have a strong human rights component, which we hope will also focus closely on issues of gender and sexual violence.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“In Mali and the Sahel, the international community has united to face the challenge posed by violent extremism. Building on the success of French-led action in support of Mali's territorial integrity, the Council is working towards the deployment of a United Nations peacekeeping operation once conditions are right. The European Union will deploy a military training mission to build the capacity of the Malian armed forces to deliver stability in support of democratic governance. European Union action in Mali, founded on its comprehensive strategy for security and development in the Sahel, continues to support those efforts by delivering vital humanitarian assistance and building security and development for people in Mali and across the region.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“We encourage others to do the same, recognizing that Al-Assad cannot be part of such a transition if it is to realize the legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people. In support of transition, the European Union has introduced measures against the Al-Assad regime, imposing sanctions against those responsible for the violence and repression and applying increased economic pressure on the regime. The United Kingdom and the European Union have also provided substantial humanitarian assistance to the people of Syria through our financing of United Nations humanitarian appeals. We now need to find innovative ways of allowing humanitarian personnel to deliver assistance to those in need to alleviate the appalling situation on the ground.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“Ijoin others in welcoming Baroness Ashton to the Council and thanking her for giving us her briefing today. These meetings are an important step in broadening and strengthening the European Union's relationship and collaboration with the United Nations and in highlighting areas where the European Union (EU) and the United Nations are already cooperating successfully in pursuit of their shared objectives. In Syria, where the situation continues to worsen, the United Kingdom and, indeed, the European Union have remained steadfast in our support of Joint Special Representative Brahimi and his plan to take forward the establishment of a transition Government with full executive powers.”
2013-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6919 (2013) · source
“We must continue to take the steps necessary to protect civilians, and we must use the Council's authority to ensure that States shoulder their primary responsibilities to prevent conflict, minimize suffering and ensure that cycles of conflict and pain are not repeated. I welcome the fact that the Council has united around a strong draft presidential statement - which will be read out shortly - that upholds our commitment to the protection of civilians. We must be guided by the principles and contents of that statement in the months and years ahead.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“We regret that we continue to see humanitarian access to areas in need blocked or constrained. The continued denial of humanitarian access to the states of Blue Nile and Southern Kordofan in the Sudan has created a crisis resulting in nearly 1 million displaced people. The Council has watched that situation worsen for far too long. Humanitarian access must be protected and expanded, particularly in fragile and conflict-affected States. The protection of civilians is among the Council's foremost responsibilities. The lives of many depend on the vigilance with which we discharge that responsibility.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“We are also working in close collaboration with the Office of the United Nations Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict to identify additional countries where our team of experts can helpfully be deployed. The disproportionate impact of conflict on children, who are among the most vulnerable, is shocking. Children should not grow up in a climate of fear, Violence and suffering. The United Kingdom condemns all those who target and recruit children in armed conflict despite international pressure. Civilians both inside and outside conflict zones are affected by conflict; refugees and internally displaced persons fleeing the violence are confronted with a struggle for their most basic needs. Humanitarian access is essential for the protection ofcivilians.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“In tackling the culture of impunity, the Council must address the range of crimes committed against civilians in conflict, including rape. We must overturn the old assumption that rape is somehow an inevitable byproduct of conflict, and we must confront it. An effective response to sexual violence should be built into every aspect of conflict prevention, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and development. The United Kingdom is already taking action to tackle rape as a weapon of war and to improve support for survivors through its initiative on preventing sexual violence. That will involve deploying teams of experts to assist survivors and support local capacity in, for example, areas bordering Syria, Libya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Mali.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“The sad truth is that the perpetrators of appalling, life-shattering crimes still tend to go unpunished. Without accountability there is a culture of impunity for which ordinary people pay the price. Ensuring accountability for the most serious crimes ofinternational concern lies at the heart of protecting civilians and is key to delivering global justice. The International Criminal Court is an essential tool in promoting and ensuring such accountability. The United Kingdom also stresses the importance of international commissions of inquiry and fact- finding missions to verify and investigate allegations of serious violations of international human rights and humanitarian law. The Security Council must support such mechanisms. Justice must be delivered.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“The depth of suffering of the Syrian people is truly dreadful and worsening daily. More than 60,000 Syrians are now believed to have died, and more than 700,000 have taken refuge in neighbouring countries. Our objective is clear, that is, we want an end to the Violence and a process of genuine political transition, and we want to see the Security Council apply its collective weight towards those objectives. That is not just our View; it is the View of the Arab League and the vast majority of States Members of the United Nations. We deeply regret that there is still no end in sight and that the international community has been unable to address the situation. The impact of conflict on civilians around the world remains unacceptably high.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“In addition, we, the United Nations, must provide the appropriate political, humanitarian and development support necessary to protect civilians. Civilians in situations of armed conflict suffer in a multitude of ways, including through deliberate targeting, sexual and gender-based violence and displacement. We must address them all at all stages of the conflict cycle. The international community cannot be a passive bystander and idle witness in the face of gross violations against civilians. It is deeply regrettable that, since our last debate on this subject, in June oflast year (see S/PV.6790), there has been limited progress in addressing certain situations of grave concern. In particular, we remain appalled by the deteriorating situation in Syria. Since June, the crisis has intensified.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for holding this important debate today and for having come to New York to lend your personal weight to this important issue. Let me also warmly thank the Secretary-General, High Commissioner Pillay and the Director for International Law and Cooperation of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Spoerri, for their valuable briefings. Civilians continue to account for the vast majority ofcasualties in armed conflict. That suffering must stop. The protection of civilians is a pressing responsibility that must be discharged and that requires action during armed conflict and in peacetime, and at all stages in between. States bear the primary responsibility to protect civilians, and must act strictly in accordance with their legal obligations and their moral duties.”
2013-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6917 (2013) · source
“Successful maritime policing could bring real benefits to the region, including through fishing revenues and increased regional trade.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“The United Kingdom therefore welcomes UNOCA's recent efforts to facilitate and encourage closer regional cooperation in Central Africa. UNOCA's work with other regional bodies, such as the Economic Community of Central African States, has helped to improve cooperation in areas such as conflict prevention and governance. The United Kingdom remains concerned by the threats to maritime security on Africa's western seaboard. We welcome the leadership shown by the United Nations on this issue. UNOCA has an important role to play in ensuring that the international community works together to build maritime capability. A regional response is essential in order to minimize the impact on economic development and stability.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“That is why the United Kingdom is proud to have pledged recently Â£500,000, over a period of two years, to a UNICEF programme that will ensure that the Regional Task Force is trained in best international practice to improve the care and handling of children. We urge other members of the international community likewise to contribute resources. The United Kingdom commends the increased cross-border cooperation of the United Nations peacekeeping missions in the LRA-affected countries, in particular the development of region-wide disarmament, demobilization, repatriation, resettlement and reintegration initiatives. I would now like to comment on the broader role in the region of the United Nations Office in Central Africa (UNOCA). UNOCA's ultimate aim should be to play a strong and constructive regional coordination role.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“The United Kingdom also urges the Governments of the LRA-affected coutries to renew and strengthen their collaboration to end the threat posed by the LRA to thousands of innocent civilians. I encourage the heads of State ofthose countries, alongside the United Nations and the African Union, to convene a high-level meeting to discuss how to implement successfully the African Union Regional Cooperation Initiative. Furthermore, the United Kingdom urges the LRA-affected countries to develop and agree their concept of operations for the AU Regional Task Force. That will significantly improve tactical coordination, information-sharing and joint planning among the relevant militaries. Alongside the efforts of regional countries, the United Kingdom believes that the international community also has a responsibility to support the region.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“The release of the United Nations regional strategy on the LRA was a welcome step towards achieving that aim. The United Kingdom welcomes the progress already made in putting the strategy into effect. However, for further progress to be made, we need the LRA-affected countries, the African Union and the United Nations political, development, humanitarian and peacekeeping missions in those countries to deliver fully on all the pillars of the strategy. In that regard, the United Kingdom believes that the development of an implementation plan for the strategy will be the key to success. Such a plan should outline the priority actions, articulate key milestones and outcomes and be fully costed. It should also identify and articulate underfunded parts of the strategy to the broader donor community.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“I should like to thank Special Representative Moussa for his statement and for his continued work on the issues under consideration. For over 20 years, the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) has blighted the heart of Africa. Led by the odious Joseph Kony, the LRA remains a murderous band of criminals that preys on civilians, targets women and children and terrorizes communities across Central Africa. But an end to that scourge is in sight. The concerted efforts of the countries affected, the African Union (AU), the United Nations and other partners have substantially weakened the LRA. Permanently eradicating the threat it poses is now within our reach. But that can be achieved only through sustained focus and by creating and consolidating security and stability in the affected countries.”
2012-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6891 (2012) · source
“Arms supplies to Hizbullah are contrary to the United Nations embargo on the export of weapons by Iran, and recent confirmation by a commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of the transfer of Iranian military technology to Hamas would indicate a further violation of the Council's resolutions and of international law. We support the Committee and the Panel of Experts in investigating these transgressions. Iran's leaders, if they do the right thing, can bring all sanctions to an end and, in doing so, help Iran to realize the benefits of a civil nuclear programme. They have a clear choice. They can either address international concerns through negotiation and action, or face further pressure and isolation.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“We remain appalled by credible information that Iran is providing technical advice, financial support, equipment and weapons to aid Al-Assad's brutal and Violent repression of the Syrian people. This is in stark contravention of the will of the Syrian people and a reminder of Iran's hypocrisy in claiming to support freedom in the Arab world. We also have serious concerns about Iranian support for groups such as Hizbullah, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and Hamas. Iranian Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani described the Gaza resistance as "just a small part of Iran's power". Such support is unacceptable and only serves to undermine regional security.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“Here in New York, it is the work of the 1737 Committee that remains at the forefront of that pressure - a symbol of international support for efforts at peacefully preventing proliferation activity. In this regard, I welcome the work of the Committee in preparing implementation assistance notices. This essential work will help to ensure that Member States are fully equipped to implement Security Council measures against Iran. The role of the Panel of Experts remains crucial in making sure that United Nations sanctions are adhered to in full. We strongly welcome its work with international organizations and experts, and we champion its efforts to investigate alleged sanctions violations. We look forward to hearing the results of the two investigations currently under way.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“Assurance of Iran's peaceful intentions has not been forthcoming. Iran continues to expand its enrichment capacity, in direct contravention of resolutions of the IAEA Board of Governors and the Security Council, and has consistently failed to cooperate with the Agency to address the possible military dimensions of its nuclear programme. Despite this, the United Kingdom remains fully committed to finding a peaceful, negotiated solution to this issue. The E3+3 has met with Iran at the political and expert levels on four occasions since April, and it remains active in pursuit of further dialogue. While the E3+3 is entering into these talks in good faith, negotiations cannot continue indefinitely. Iran must engage seriously with this process. Until it does, the international community will apply increasing pressure.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“I thank Ambassador Osorio and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) for their continued work, and pay tribute to Ambassador Osorio and his team in the Mission of Colombia and to the support that they have received from the Panel of Experts during his two years as Chair of that important Committee of the Security Council. The United Kingdom, along with the international community at large, remains deeply concerned about Iran's nuclear programme. The resolution adopted by the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on 13 September called on Iran to cooperate urgently with the IAEA. The overwhelming support for that resolution demonstrated the depth of international concern. Iran must urgently address the international community's serious concerns over its nuclear activity.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6888 (2012) · source
“The Council, which referred the situation in Darfur to the ICC, should consider what it can do to assist the ICC. In conclusion, we want once again to thank Ms. Bensouda, not just for her briefing today, but for the continuing work of the Office of the Prosecutor. We will continue to work together to achieve justice for the victims of that conflict.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“We welcome the progress in the trial of Abdallah Banda Abakaer Nourain and Saleh Mohammed Jerbo Jamus. It is unacceptable, however, that the Government of the Sudan continues to obstruct the pursuit ofjustice for the people of Darfur and has failed to take action to enforce the four outstanding arrest warrants. The Government of the Sudan is bound to comply with the obligation laid down by this Council in its resolution 1593 (2005) to cooperate fully with the ICC and its investigations. The United Kingdom has repeatedly urged the Government of the Sudan to comply with that obligation, and we repeat that call today. Indeed, we call on all States, whether States parties to the Rome Statute or not, to assist and cooperate with the ICC to end impunity.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“We have also seen restrictions on the access of humanitarian agencies, the United Nations panel of experts and the United Nations independent expert on human rights. That, too, is unacceptable. The Government and armed movements must stop preventing access by humanitarian agencies to those most in need of assistance and must allow full access to Darfur for those mandated by the Council. Given those ongoing and deeply troubling issues, the continuing jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court in Darfur is all the more relevant, and the Prosecutor's continued efforts to monitor and investigate allegations are vital. Attempts to argue that this Council did not have the right and power to refer the situation in Darfur to the jurisdiction of the ICC are entirely specious.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“International human rights and humanitarian law continue to be violated. Attacks in Sigili saw civilians suffering once again, as fighting between Government forces and the armed movements continued. The reported massacre in Hashaba in September is of extreme concern, with about 70 civilians reported dead following armed militia activity and aerial bombardments. The African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) also continues to come under attack. Six peacekeepers have been killed in the past six months. None of the perpetrators of the attacks has been brought to justice. This is an outrage and must be condemned. It is unacceptable that UNAMID continues to be prevented from gaining access to investigate such attacks.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“There has not even been much progress on the non-financial commitments. There is little evidence that the Special Court for Darfur is operating or that its Prosecutor is filing cases, for example. The recent announcement that a splinter group of the Justice and Equality Movement led by Mohammad Bashar will begin negotiations with the Government in Doha this month is cause for cautious optimism. We will continue to urge those other movements that have not signed the Doha Document to engage constructively in the peace process. And we hope that all Darfuris will be given the opportunity to engage in an internal dialogue, without fear of reprisal. The lack of political progress is compounded by the deterioration in the security situation in Darfur, in Northern Darfur in particular.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“I offer many thanks to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for her report and her briefing. She has set out clearly the action that the International Criminal Court has taken over the past six months on Darfur and the areas on which the Court will focus in the coming months. But regrettably, the past six months have not seen much progress in Darfur. The implementation of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur is significantly behind schedule, despite the timetable having been extended by a year, in July. The Government of the Sudan has failed to deliver its funding commitments to the Darfur Regional Authority. As a result, the Authority lacks both the human and financial resources required to deliver the change so desperately needed by the people of Darfur.”
2012-12-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6887 (2012) · source
“We also owe our respect to the Tribunals as independent and painstaking instruments of justice. But, as we get closer to the fulfilment of the completion strategies, it is important to recognize that that is not the end. The pursuit of justice for all of the Victims requires that every effort be made to advance domestic prosecutions and, in that way, to ensure that everyone who should be held accountable is indeed brought to book.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“Resolving that matter is a priority. We encourage every effort to find a solution as soon as possible. Regrettably, ICTR staff retention remains an issue and places strain on existing staff members. There is no easy solution to the ICTR turnover rate problem. We thus encourage the Tribunal to prioritize its resources to the best of its ability and to operate as effectively as possible. We are pleased that the judgement in the Ngirabatware case is expected this month. Ensuring that trials are completed on time is, of course, fundamental to the ICTR's completion strategy. In establishing the Tribunals, the Security Council sent an important signal of its commitment to the fight against impunity. We and the Victims of the atrocities owe a debt of gratitude to the Tribunals for what they have achieved.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“Let me now turn to the ICTR. Nine fugitives remain at large. Apprehending these individuals is an urgent and immediate priority. Justice will not be served while these individuals evade justice. We encourage all Member States to provide their full, unequivocal support and cooperation to apprehend these fugitives and bring them to justice. Close cooperation between the ICTR and the ICTY is increasingly important as the date of the ICTY's transition approaches. We welcome the fact that ICTR's transition to the Residual Mechanism is under way and that the transfer of judicial functions is almost complete. We encourage further cooperation. Resettlement of acquitted individuals is a fundamental expression of the rule of law. Host States for the five acquitted individuals in Arusha have not yet been found, as we have heard.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“We understand that staff retention difficulties are having an effect on the ICTY's ability to keep the Karadzic' trial on schedule. Nevertheless, we urge the ICTY to take all necessary steps to minimize delays and complete the trial by 31 December 2014. The timely completion of all trials is essential for transitioning to the Residual Mechanism. With that in mind, we support the requested extensions of the judges in both Tribunals. Predictable continuity is required in the interests of both justice and effectiveness. Neither justice nor effectiveness will be served by micromanagement of the Tribunals by the Council. We reached an important milestone with the start of the Hadeie trial. This demonstrates that, no matter how long it takes, anyone accused of serious international crimes will be held accountable and brought to justice.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“We share the Prosecutor's concern about the ability of national institutions to prosecute war crimes effectively. Efforts to advance regional reconciliation and to promote the rule of law rely on the effectiveness of these institutions. We join the Prosecutor in calling on Croatia to focus on domestic prosecution of war crimes and deal with this legacy of the past urgently. Bosnia and Herzegovina is also experiencing difficulties with domestic prosecutions, as we heard. Its adoption of the cooperation protocol will help tackle the backlog of cases and improve parallel investigations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. We encourage Bosnian authorities to redouble their efforts to adopt the cooperation protocol.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“The United Kingdom notes the new Serbian Government's assurances to the Prosecutor's Office of its continued cooperation, albeit at a technical level. Progress has been made. Crucial investigations into support networks that allowed Mladie and Hadzie to escape capture are advancing. This progress must continue. Anyone who has provided assistance to fugitives must be held accountable. Croatian and Bosnian cooperation has also been positive. We expect this to continue over the coming months, and encourage the Croatian authorities to react with dignity and respect to the acquittals of Gotovina and Markac. These verdicts were reached through an impartial and independent judicial process. It is essential that all sides respect these verdicts.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“I would like to begin by expressing the United Kingdom's continued support for the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY), the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. Their work is essential in helping to tackle impunity and in delivering justice to the countless victims of atrocities in Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia. All States should respect that work and the independent and impartial way in which it is conducted. I would also like to express our thanks to President Meron, President Joensen, Prosecutor Brammertz and Prosecutor Jallow for their excellent reports and briefings. Cooperation from all parties is essential to the effectiveness of the ICTY.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6880 (2012) · source
“The United Nations should keep the Council informed of any warning signs in that regard, perhaps through the reports of a special envoy or the horizon-scanning conducted by the Department of Political Affairs. Hard-won gains in security and stability should not be lost for want of keeping alert to and acting upon signs of renewed fragility. Almost exactly 10 years ago, Timor-Leste was the l91st State to join the United Nations family. The intervening years have been turbulent and tough. It is a tribute to the people of Timor-Leste and to the commitment of the international community that a country, while still fragile, is able to take another step towards sustained peace and stability.”
2012-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6859 (2012) · source
“We therefore propose that the Secretary- General give due consideration to how best that might be achieved. As the United Nations Mission draws down and transitions into a country team, we also welcome the willingness demonstrated by the Timorese Government and people to take responsibility for their development and for safeguarding their hard-won security. In that regard, we applaud the Timor-Leste leadership in promoting the implementation of the New Deal for Engagement in Fragile States, its role as a co-Chair of the Group of Seven Plus fragile States, and its decision to act as a pilot country for the New Deal. While UNMIT, along with the people and Government of Timor-Leste, has laid firm foundations for peace and security, we will need to remain vigilant to protect that progress. Relapses into conflict can be all too sudden.”
2012-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6859 (2012) · source
“But the drawdown has been an example of effective disengagement, establishing sound principles for future successful transitions elsewhere. The lessons learned from that process should be incorporated into the guidance on transition and mission drawdown that the Department of Peacekeeping Operations is now developing. A great deal of thought has already gone into what shape the United Nations follow-on role should take. We support the Timor- Leste Government's desire to see the Organization's efforts in Timor-Leste led by a United Nations country team, as set out in Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao's September letter to the Secretary-General (S/2012/736, annex). At the same time, it is right that the Security Council should remain informed on the situation in Timer-Leste.”
2012-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6859 (2012) · source
“The Joint Transition Plan has set the benchmark for future transitions, with the United Nations and the host State working closely together and producing a comprehensive, detailed plan for safeguarding the future stability of the country. The Joint Transition Plan will need to be looked at again in the light of the proposal that changes the engagement of the United Nations from a peacekeeping Mission to a country team. For that change to be smooth, we must adequately plan to scale up the United Nations country team and ensure that it has the capabilities that it needs. UNMIT's departure is a key test for Timor-Leste. To date, we have ensured that the Mission's drawdown proceeds effectively and efficiently while safeguarding stability. That can be a difficult balance to strike.”
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“They are significant milestones in Timor-Leste's continued development and represent real progress in consolidating their State. The United Nations has played an essential role in that progress, helping the people of Timor-Leste get back on their feet. Because of that progress, it is right that the international community's relationship with Timor- Leste should continue to evolve. Indeed, this year has seen a real shift in the United Nations relationship with Timor-Leste, with the planned departure of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT). We welcome UNMIT's successful drawdown and look forward to its full withdrawal by the end of this year. The level of cooperation between UNMIT and the Timorese Government throughout the Mission's mandate has been exemplary.”
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