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“We believe that the Security Council, beyond merely urging compliance, should now explore further concrete measures to enhance the embargo's effectiveness. In closing, we would like to reiterate the consistent view of the Republic of Korea that the ultimate responsibility for realizing peace and reconciliation lies with the Somali people themselves, and that there is little that the international community can do unless the Somali leaders show the political will and commitment necessary to achieve a negotiated settlement of the conflict. My delegation hopes that today's debate will bring forth many constructive views and suggestions on the situation in Somalia and that the conclusions we reach will be duly followed up by the Security Council and the Secretariat.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“We are certain that all of us present in this Chamber share the View that the illegal flow of arms is clearly a serious destabilizing factor in the Somali situation and that the easy availability of arms undermines the chances of political settlement. As Chairman of the Sanctions Committee for Somalia, I regret to note that, despite the best efforts of the Committee, this problem could not be addressed in an effective manner, as desired by the international community. My delegation would like to suggest that at an appropriate moment the Security Council seriously re-examine how to improve the effectiveness of the arms embargo regime as a whole. Otherwise, allowing embargo violations to continue unchecked might not only damage the Council's credibility, but also render meaningless all the efforts to achieve peace.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“On the humanitarian front, the international community should be mindful of the ever present threat of a deterioration in conditions and stand ready to respond to emergencies. However, relief activities can only be effectively carried out by the international community if they enjoy the full cooperation of the Somali factions. In this regard, my delegation is deeply concerned at the continuation of acts of violence against humanitarian personnel of the United Nations and non-governmental organizations. We strongly condemn such acts of violence and urge the Somali factions to guarantee the safety and freedom of movement of all aid workers. Finally, we would like to emphasize the responsibility of the international community to ensure the implementation of the arms embargo on Somalia, as established by resolution 733 (1992).”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“In our view, the Security Council should play a proactive role in the Somali peace process in close coordination with regional efforts. It was in this context that my delegation welcomed the Secretary-General's proposals for action by the Council, as contained in his report of February 1997. Those proposals, we believe, must be continuously followed up and put into action in accordance with the evolving situation in Somalia. In this connection, we recognize and support the important role that the United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS) has played in monitoring the situation and facilitating dialogue among the parties concerned. We therefore welcome the Secretary- General's decision to extend the mandate of UNPOS.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“All things considered, the main stumbling block in the peace process remains unchanged: the intransigence of the major faction leaders. We believe, therefore, that if further progress is to be made in the Somali peace process, the international community, and the regional peacemakers in particular, should focus on achieving two tasks: first, Aidid and Egal need to be brought on board in the Sodere peace process; and secondly, the three Mogadishu leaders need to be brought together to reach agreement on the restoration of stability to the capital and its vicinity. In this context, my delegation urges Mr. Aidid and Mr. Egal, in unambiguous terms, to put aside their parochial ambitions and join the National Reconciliation Conference at Bossaso, scheduled for 10 June.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“Our special thanks go to the Governments of Kenya, Ethiopia, Egypt and Italy, the Organization of African Unity, the European Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and the League of Arab States. Despite this progress, the remainder of the journey to reconciliation and peace in Somalia is likely to be as unpredictable and arduous as it has been so far. Although the Sodere meeting was a significant step forward, it was overshadowed by the conspicuous non-participation of Mr. Aidid and Mr. Egal, who continue to disagree with the goals of the meeting and the process of reconciliation which it has launched. Another cause for concern is the exclusion of Mr. Osman Atto from the meeting of the faction leaders in Mogadishu.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“Since the last open debate in March 1996, there have been some positive developments in the Somali peace process: the leaders of three major factions were brought together in Nairobi last year; the two faction leaders in the Mogadishu area have met several times since last January to discuss the restoration of peace to the capital city; and most importantly, the leaders of 26 factions gathered at Sodere, Ethiopia, and took an important step towards the creation of a broad-based national government last January. In this regard, we would like to pay tribute to the various concerned Governments and organizations that continue to contribute their invaluable energy and effort to furthering the peace process.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“Allow me first to thank the President of the Security Council for convening the first open debate on Somalia in over a year. We believe that today's meeting provides an important opportunity to refocus the attention of the international community on Somalia and to deliver a clear message to the Somali people that their plight is not forgotten, but is being actively addressed by the international community.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to reiterate the hope of my delegation that the present tensions in East Jerusalem can be promptly defused through open-ended dialogue between the tWo sides, so that the Middle East peace process can once again move forward on the course laid out by the agreements freely entered into on the basis of Council resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973).”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“As my delegation emphasized before the General Assembly during its debate on the situation in the Middle East last fall, we believe that difficulties in the Israeli-Palestinian relationship have often been caused by the impact of domestic politics at the international level. Solutions to these problems, therefore, can also be found domestically. By the same token, we firmly believe that, despite setbacks, the truly impressive progress made in the peace process so far proves that Israelis and Palestinians are capable of mustering the courage, wisdom, and patience they need to overcome the current difficulties.”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“In this connection, a photograph in last Friday's New York Times, which showed a Palestinian demonstrator holding an olive branch at the East Jerusalem housing site, conveys an important symbolic message that violence should not be a tool for solving problems. Fully recognizing the far-reaching implications that the Middle East carries for world peace andflprosperity, the Republic of Korea has consistently supported the peace process in the region and closely followed its implementation. Along with other members of the international community, we too believe that the Israelis and the Palestinians alike have a vital stake not only in continuing but in accelerating the peace process. It is therefore our sincere hope that a more fully fledged spirit of compromise and- cooperation will prevail in their relations.”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“This is all the more important as the final-status negotiations -- one of the most critical and complex stages of the peace process - are scheduled to start soon. Clearly, neither the Israelis nor the Palestinians would benefit were the implementation of Israel's construction plans to derail the entire peace process, as already clearly evidenced through the events of last September in Jerusalem. Furthermore, we wish to emphasize the importance of both sides' adopting a prudent and level-headed approach in the current circumstances. What has happened thus far is indeed cause for serious concern, but in no way justifies a violent response, which would only encourage extremism on both sides.”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“Now, however, a new man-made difficulty has arisen in East Jerusalem which, if not handled with adequate caution and prudence, could pose serious problems for the entire peace process. My delegation considers the recent Israeli decision to construct housing units in the southern part of East Jerusalem as a step which runs contrary not only to the relevant international conventions and Council resolutions, but also to the acceleration of the peace process, especially in light of the well-known political sensitivities associated with the city. At this juncture, we believe that it is crucially important to prevent any weakening of the bonds of trust and cooperation that have been built between the Israelis and the Palestinians, especially following the Hebron agreement, lest the fraying of those ties jeopardize the entire peace process.”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“As we all know, just over a year ago the international community was full of optimism regarding the progress towards peace in the Security Council 374m- meeting Fifty-second year 5 March 1997 Middle East, inspired by the success of the peaceful and democratic elections in Palestine held on 20 January 1996. Although Israeli-Palestinian relations went more or less downhill for the rest of 1996, 1997 began on a positive note with the momentous agreement to redeploy Israeli forces from Hebron. My delegation believes that this agreement holds particular significance, for it demonstrates once again that, even if differences at first appear insurmountable, those man-made differences can be overcome through dialogue between the parties directly concerned. .”
1997-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3745 (1997) · source
“On behalf of the Republic of Korea, the Korean delegation also expresses its profound condolences to the Government and the people of China on the passing away of their Paramount Leader, Mr. Deng Xiaoping. Mr. Deng left an indelible mark on the history of mankind, as he did so much to improve the well- being of so many people in such a short period of time. In that way he made an indispensable contribution to the peace and prosperity not only of China but also of the entire East Asian region and beyond. We are convinced that the policies of openness and reform which he initiated set China on the path to prosperity. It is our sincere hope that the Chinese people and leadership will be able to overcome the sorrow and grief that engulf them at the loss of their great leader, and will continue to march forward on the road that Mr.”
1997-02-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3742 (1997) · source
“Given that the overall package of peace accords has entered into force and the request has been made by the parties for the deployment of the United Nations verification mission, we support the recommendation of the Secretary-General to attach a group of military observers to the existing MINUGUA operation. We believe that the recommended dimensions of deployment would enable the effective fulfilment of the entrusted tasks, namely, ceasefire verification, separation of forces, and the disarmament and demobilization of URNG combatants. My delegation will therefore vote in favour of the draft resolution on authorizing the attachment to MINUGUA of a group of 155 military observers and requisite medical personnel for a period of three months.”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“With the signing of the final peace agreement last December, the overall package of peace accords is now in full force. In light of the peace package's comprehensive nature, its implementation will present a major challenge, not only to the parties themselves but also to the United Nations and the international community as a whole. While we encourage both the Government of Guatemala and the URNG to use the momentum now created to undertake all necessary measures to fully implement the peace package, we believe that the United Nations should also help consolidate the historic progress made towards a lasting peace in Guatemala. It has long been anticipated that verification of the military aspects of the peace agreement will require the deployment of military observers.”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“Recently, in anticipation of the historic conclusion of the final peace agreement, the General Assembly renewed the mandate of MINUGUA until 31 March 1997 as a clear expression of the international community's continued political support for the peace process in Guatemala. Notwithstanding the ground-breaking achievements made thus far, Guatemala's journey to lasting and long- term peace and stability is not yet over and is unlikely to become any less arduous. The most important task in the coming days must be to ensure the implementation of all the agreements which the parties have freely entered into. Needless to say, peace and reconciliation agreed to on paper can only be translated into reality if both parties comply fully with their obligations under the peace agreements.”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“We believe the peace process in Guatemala has demonstrated that, even in the wake of severe civil conflict, peace and democracy are not unattainable goals so long as the parties concerned exhibit the necessary political will to make peace, and are supported in their efforts by their regional neighbours, the United Nations and the international community as a whole. The role of the United Nations in the peace process has been particularly noteworthy. As elsewhere in Central America, throughout the conflict in Guatemala the United Nations has played an indispensable role in promoting peace by making available its good offices and by establishing in 1994 the United Nations Mission for the Verification of Human Rights and of Compliance with the Commitments of the Comprehensive Agreement on Human Rights in Guatemala (MINUGUA).”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“We also wish to recognize the Secretary-General, the Group of Friends of the Guatemalan Peace Process and the United Nations system as a whole for the invaluable assistance they rendered to the parties concerned in their search for firm and lasting peace. The entire Central American region can take pride in this remarkable achievement. With the end of conflict in Guatemala, the region is peaceful for the first time in nearly three decades and is free to continue peaceful progress towards democracy and development.”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“My Government warmly welcomes the signing of the Agreement on a Firm and Lasting Peace between the Guatemalan Government and the Unidad Revolucionaria Nacional Guatemalteca (URNG) in Guatemala City on 29 December 1996. We are pleased that the longest and most destructive armed conflict in Central America - along with the tremendous suffering it inflicted on the people of Guatemala - has finally come to a peaceful conclusion. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Guatemala on this watershed event in their country's history. We commend the parties concerned for their firm commitment to peace and the spirit of compromise, without which the successful conclusion of the negotiations could not have been achieved.”
1997-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3730 (1997) · source
“My delegation therefore hopes that the subsequent presence of the international community, envisaged in operative paragraph 7 of the draft resolution, could be geared towards these tasks. With these remarks, the Republic of Korea is pleased to join the consensus of the Council and vote in favour of the draft resolution before us.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“It is therefore the earnest hope of my delegation that the Government and the people of Haiti, together with the international community, will make optimum use of the coming six to eight months for the smooth transition from the peacekeeping to the peace-building phase. I should like to reiterate in this regard the view we have consistently held that, from the long-term perspective, the genuine security of that nation cannot be ensured unless the basic living conditions of its people are improved through social and economic development. We note with satisfaction that operative paragraph 4 of the draft resolution recognizes that economic rehabilitation and reconstruction constitute the major tasks facing the Haitian Government and people.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“In the light of the less than satisfactory situation described here, my delegation concurs with the Secretary- General's observation that the presence of UNSMIH with its civilian and military components continues to be required. It is necessary not only for the successful completion of the professionalization of the HNP, but also to consummate the investment made by the international community in the restoration of democracy and a secure environment in Haiti. Needless to say, the United Nations cannot maintain its presence in Haiti indefinitely. In this regard, we are pleased that the draft resolution recognizes that the people of Haiti themselves bear the ultimate responsibility for shaping their future, and that it also states clearly that this is to be the final extension of the mandate of UNSMIH.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“It is clear from the Secretary-General's report and its recent addendum that the security situation in Haiti is still fragile and requires the continued support of the international community. Although the swell of Violence of last summer has abated significantly, the report of the Secretary-General clearly indicates the enormous potential for instability. Against that backdrop, the delay in the institutional development of the Haitian National Police is a source of serious concern. Despite some positive developments in recent months, the HNP must still deal with many shortcomings in critical areas. The young police force not only lacks the necessary equipment, but is also largely inexperienced and in need of leadership to cope with the daunting challenges of maintaining law and order on its own.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“My delegation would like to pay tribute to the Secretary-General, the Friends of the Secretary-General for Haiti and the United Nations Support Mission in Haiti (UNSMIH) troop-contributing countries for their untiring efforts to restore peace and consolidate democracy in Haiti. We are particularly grateful to the Governments of Canada and the United States for their voluntary support for UNSMIH. Since the establishment of UNSMIH last June, there have been many positive developments. During the last few months, in particular, we have witnessed slow but steady improvement in the security situation in Haiti and in the capacity of the Haitian National Police (HNP) to confront the existing challenges. Even so, the progress made has not been sufficient to warrant termination of UNSMIH's mandate at this stage.”
1996-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3721 (1996) · source
“Fourthly, we believe that the international community, building upon the valuable momentum to be created by the painstaking efforts of the States participating in the multinational force, should take timely and appropriate follow-up action as envisaged in the draft resolution and through the convening of an international conference as set out in resolution 1078 (1996). In this regard, we look forward to the recommendations that the Secretary-General will make after undertaking the necessary preparation with Member States and relevant organizations. In concluding, we would like to express our sincere hope that the operation of the planned multinational force will achieve the objectives of resuming urgently humanitarian relief and paving the way for the repatriation of refugees within the planned timetable and framework.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“T hirdly, in devising the operational plan for the repatriation of refugees, I fully agree with views on the importance of the treatment the first refugees voluntarily returning to their home countries will receive, as pointed out by the representative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) at yesterday's briefing. We have to make every effort to ensure that conditions in their home countries will be acceptable for those first returnees so that other refugees who are more cautious or hesitant to return will be encouraged to follow suit.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“In addition, although we understand the difficulty and the risk of translating into reality the need to separate people who are intimidating others from bona fide refugees, we still believe that every possible avenue should be explored in the course of the multinational operation to help facilitate the non-enforced and gradual separation of refugees. My delegation is confident that the multinational force will mark the beginning of a solution to the multifaceted problems from which the Great Lakes region has been suffering for many years.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“We strongly urge them not to stand in the way of the multinational operation on any pretext or in any way whatsoever. Secondly, we would like to underline that the precarious situation in the Great Lakes region does not allow room for partial solutions. We believe that the second part of the mandate of the multinational force, namely facilitating the voluntary and orderly repatriation of refugees, is particularly essential because any long-term solution to the complex problems in the region would be inconceivable without the repatriation of refugees to their country of origin.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“The Republic of Korea is poignantly reminded of the responsibility that each and every member of the international community must assume in the face of such an impending humanitarian disaster as we are now witnessing in the Great Lakes region. In this regard, I wish to state that my Government stands ready duly to contribute to the cause of the multinational force. In expressing our full support for the immediate deployment of a multinational force on a temporary basis in the Great Lakes region, we would like to add a few observations. First, the task of the multinational force will by no means be easy because of the insecure environment in which it has to operate. It will therefore be of paramount importance that all parties concerned provide the fullest cooperation to the multilateral force.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“My delegation highly appreciates the valiant and expeditious efforts of the Canadian Government in taking the lead and ensuring broad participation by the international community in the formation of a temporary multinational force to facilitate the effective delivery of humanitarian aid and the voluntary, orderly and safe repatriation of refugees. We also pay a resounding tribute to Africa's readiness to contribute troops to the proposed international force, as declared by the Organization of African Unity (OAU) on 11 November, and to all other members of the international community that have pledged their firm commitment to this noble humanitarian cause.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“The international community has been extremely disheartened and alarmed at the tragic developments in eastern Zaire over the last few weeks. Hundreds of thousands of displaced refugees and inhabitants are facing the danger of mass death by starvation. The creation of secure conditions for the immediate delivery of humanitarian assistance in order to provide food, shelter and security to the displaced persons is urgently called for. The consequences of failing to do so would be stark and tragic. The looming humanitarian catastrophe, unless tackled properly by the international community now, is bound to have serious consequences, threatening peace and security in the entire Great Lakes region.”
1996-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3713 (1996) · source
“My delegation stands ready to make due contribution as a responsible member of the international community towards the peaceful settlement of the situation in Afghanistan.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“In this regard, we cannot fail to express our deep concern about the lack of progress in starting a genuine all-Afghan dialogue for the establishment of an acceptable and broadly representative mechanism in which all segments of society, including all ethnic and religious groups, are represented. We once again call upon all the Afghan parties to renounce the use of force and settle their differences by peaceful means at the negotiating table rather than on the battlefield. Finally, we commend and support the efforts of the United Nations Special Mission to Afghanistan to bring about the restoration of peace, normal life and national reconciliation in this war-stricken country.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“In the meantime, the suffering of the Afghan people must be alleviated by making all the Afghan parties fully observe international humanitarian law in all its aspects and by making those who violate it bear individual responsibility. Last but not least, we have to make sure that the involvement of certain Afghan parties in the narcotics trade, as reported by various sources, is not tolerated by the international community. In conclusion, we would like to emphasize that the ultimate responsibility for finding a peaceful solution to the current situation in Afghanistan lies with the Afghan parties themselves.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“We once again urge all States, particularly those neighbouring Afghanistan, to immediately review their policies towards Afghanistan in a manner that fully addresses the urgent need for an unconditional cease-fire to take effect and for a real political process to start in that country without any preconditions. We believe that the Council should reaffirm the principles of national reconciliation, democracy, protection of human rights and the territorial integrity of Afghanistan. These principles ought to govern all the Afghan parties as well as all States in any effort they may make to resolve the conflict in Afghanistan.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“In this regard, more resolute action by the international community is urgently called for. First, the flow of arms to the Afghan parties from outside has to be stopped to put an end to further military build-up in Afghanistan. This is a basic precondition for stabilizing the situation not only in Afghanistan itself but also in the region. As a corollary, States, particularly the neighbouring ones, must strictly refrain from interfering in the internal affairs of Afghanistan and use their influence on the Afghan parties only in an impartial way to help the Afghan people determine their own destiny through peaceful means.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“In the face of the escalation of the conflict, it is imperative that the Afghan parties cease immediately all hostilities so that the political process to create a broad-based Government acceptable to the Afghan people can be initiated without further delay. The steps needed to bring about a peaceful solution to the situation in Afghanistan have already been set out in General Assembly resolution 50/88. These are the steps that the Afghan parties had already agreed upon and that the Security Council had welcomed in its presidential statement of 30 November 1994. We believe that the most important task for the international community at this critical juncture is to reaffirm the continued relevance and feasibility of these steps and encourage the Afghan parties to move towards these agreed measures.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“The dismal situation in Afghanistan - characterized by a massive loss of human life, the aggravated suffering of the most vulnerable groups, the destruction of property and serious damage to the economic and social infrastructure - also poses a threat to the security and stability of other countries in the region. We believe that, now more than ever, the international community should renew its commitment to a peaceful solution to the Afghan conflict. This is all the more important at a time when the efforts of the United Nations, through its Special Mission, are facing the risk of being stifled even before any significant initiative has been taken to bring the Afghan parties to the negotiating table.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“We are deeply concerned about the renewal of large-scale fighting in Afghanistan since late September 1996. The recent developments in Afghanistan have exacerbated the mass suffering among the civilian population and are jeopardizing efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to those in dire need. Most alarmingly, they foreshadow a major setback to the international efforts to bring peace and stability to this war-stricken country. The scourge of nearly two decades of war has taken an unimaginable toll upon the country and its people.”
1996-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3705 (1996) · source
“In this context, I would like to express my delegation's readiness to support the combined efforts of the SADC Foreign Ministers and the three observer States to work out a draft resolution. Finally, my delegation supports the Secretary- General's recommendation to extend the mandate of UNAVEM. III for only two months. My delegation expresses its appreciation to the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report on the situation in Angola and to his Special Representative, Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, for his devotion and commitment to ensuring the success of the Angolan peace process. We also pay tribute to the men and women serving in UNAVEM. III.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“That is why my Government attaches great importance to an early meeting between the two leaders in Angola. We look forward to the expeditious settlement at that meeting of all outstanding issues, including the special status of Mr. Savimbi. One positive aspect of the Angolan peace process is that, while the ceasefire continues to hold, the achievement of political objectives through military means has now become virtually impossible. It is incumbent upon the international community to make one last-ditch effort to revive the momentum of the peace process and ensure its successful completion by putting maximum pressure on the parties, as well as by assisting in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Angola.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“We call on UNITA to fulfill without delay the tasks enumerated in the "Mediation Document" formulated by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General. The speed and sincerity with which UNITA cooperates with these tasks will be a test of the credibility of UNITA's continued commitment to the peace process. Among the most urgent tasks at this crucial stage is the completion of the selection of UNITA soldiers for incorporation into the Angolan Armed Forces (FAA), without which the process of demobilization and social integration of ex-combatants cannot move forward. In this regard, we urge UNITA to send immediately its four remaining generals for integration into the FAA. We share the view that the lack of mutual trust and confidence between President Dos Santos and Mr. Savimbi lies at the heart of the stalemate in the peace process.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“Given the tremendous amount of effort and resources the international community has devoted to the Angolan peace process, including nearly $1 million each day out of the already strained United Nations peacekeeping budget, we cannot settle for less than a shining success in what has become the largest United Nations peacekeeping operation. We believe it is time to send an unequivocal message to UNITA that the Security Council's patience is not unlimited and that any further procrastination by UN lTA in the implementation of its obligations under the Lusaka Protocol and its pattern of last-minute concessions will no longer be tolerated. In this context, we are in favor of the idea proposed by SADC to apply additional measures in the event that UNITA fails to comply with its obligations within a prescribed time-frame.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“III are also a matter of serious concern to my Government. The current stalling of the peace process is largely attributable to UNITA's failure to honour its commitments, into which it freely entered. We were disappointed that the Third Extraordinary Congress of UNITA ended without taking the necessary decisions to facilitate the settlement of outstanding issues. The subsequent failure by Mr. Savimbi to attend the SADC summit meeting on the grounds of political conditions has only reinforced the international community's doubts about the credibility of UNITA's commitment to the peace process.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“We share the general frustration and the disappointment expressed by the SADC members at the extremely slow progress in the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol. Indeed, the Angolan peace process has stalled since the last extension of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) mandate three months ago. Although we recognize that the near completion of the quartering of the UNITA troops and the continued holding of the ceasefire are no small achievements, key political and military issues remain unresolved. We regret the persistent delays in the formation of the unified armed forces, in the extension of state administration to the entire country and in the establishment of the Government of National Unity and Reconciliation. UNITA's attempts to hinder the demining operations of UNAVEM.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“My delegation also extends a warm welcome to the delegation of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), composed of the Foreign Ministers of Angola, Botswana, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. We are grateful to the members of SADC for the initiative they have taken to accelerate the Angolan peace process. It is our strong hope that this initiative, combined with the consistent effort of the three observer States, will mark a turning point towards the completion of the peace process on the second anniversary of the signing of the Lusaka Protocol. We agree with the assessment made by the Foreign Ministers of SADC that peace and stability in Angola are prerequisites for peace and development in the southern African region as a whole.”
1996-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3702 (1996) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation wishes to appeal once again to both parties to implement faithfully the agreements they freely entered into on the basis of Council resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973) so that, through the exercise of restraint, the current crisis can be overcome, and the march towards reconciliation can resume at a full pace.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source
“The Republic of Korea, along with the rest of the international community, still believes that Israel and Palestine both realize the crucial stake they have in continuing the peace process, and thus hopes that the spirit of compromise and cooperation can be revived in their relations. More specifically, we hope that the current tensions can be defused in a prompt manner through a summit meeting between the two parties, and therefore appreciate the diplomatic efforts currently under way to facilitate such a dialogue.”
1996-09-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3698Resumption1 (1996) · source