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lines on the record: 94
first: 2002-09-05
most recent: 2004-07-20
sittings or episodes: 7
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“Holkeri, to set out more concrete guidelines for progress to operationalize the "standards before status" policy and to launch a comprehensive review mechanism, to be a logical and useful continuation of the existing efforts of the contact group and the Special Representative of the Secretary- General under the auspices of the Security Council. We take note that a first opportunity for an overall review could occur in mid-2005 or earlier, if sufficient progress is made. My country is satisfied that the "Standards for Kosovo" document was endorsed by the Security Council through a presidential statement (S/PRST/2003/26) on 12 December. Bulgaria considers the eight standards to be a sound basis for a society built on tolerance, justice and peace for everyone.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“I thank the representative of the United Kingdom for his kind words addressed to me. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Bulgaria. As a European Union country, Bulgaria also aligns itself with the statement to be made shortly by the Permanent Representative of Italy, on behalf of the European Union. I would like to make some additional comments in my national capacity. Bulgaria supports from the very beginning the policy of standards before status in Kosovo, based on Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). We consider the initiative of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“I thank the representative of the United States for his kind words. I apologize to both the representative of France and the representative of the United States for changing their places in my speakers list. I ask for your apology. I will now resume the normal order of speakers. I give the floor to the representative of France.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations. It is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Guehenno took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will begin its consideration of the item on the agenda. The Security Council in meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. J ean-Marie Guehenno. I now give the floor to Mr. Guehenno.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Albania, Italy and Serbia and Montenegro, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item of the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter on rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, the aforementioned representatives took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber.”
2003-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4886 (2003) · source
“We welcome the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC) as an important step towards countering impunity and guaranteeing respect for the rule of law and justice. We hope that it will become an effective tool in the fight against the worst violations of international criminal and humanitarian law. May I conclude by proposing that the Security Council strengthen interaction with regional organizations such as the European Union, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the Council of Europe in supporting justice and the rule of law internationally. Bulgaria will certainly do its part in such an endeavour.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“Those challenges are often political, for example, how best to achieve post- conflict reconciliation while bringing to justice the perpetrators of grave war crimes. Should we look for an agreement on ending hostilities by offering amnesty to those responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity? Our clear answer is "No, we should not". Insufficient resources represent another challenge. We need experts with legal and international experience to share that experience with others and provide training of magistrates. It would be wise to consider ways for the United Nations to put together a pool of experts who can provide legal assistance within the framework of the peacekeeping operations.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“In building or supporting the work of the judiciary of the affected State, United Nations activities should be well coordinated with those of local partners, non- governmental organizations and communities, taking into account special circumstances and local traditions within the sphere of the law. The lessons we learned through our participation in Afghanistan and Iraq showed that, in order to preserve the trust of the Organization, it is essential to avoid the impression that a foreign order is being imposed. Therefore, Bulgaria will support a new Security Council resolution expanding the United Nations role in Iraq. Our experience in Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina has shown that there are multiple challenges to international efforts to strengthen the rule of law.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“The mandate for future operations should include and provide for the rapid setting-up of local civilian administration, law enforcement institutions and effective judiciary institutions. Attaining lasting peace depends largely on building an effective system for the administration of justice in line with international standards. In post conflict situations, the establishment or reestablishment of the rule of law is a key prerequisite for the success of the entire reconstruction process. This process requires not only the adoption of adequate legislation, but also the setting up of effective institutions for its enforcement.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“Social and political tensions that accumulate in a society where the rule of law does not prevail usually grow into open confrontation and violence. We therefore need to guarantee that the rule of law be considered a priority of the preventive activities within the United Nations system, and that the Security Council treat the violation of this principle as a potential threat to international peace and security. The effective administration of justice and the rule of law should be taken into account in determining the mandates of the various United Nations operations. In view of the specifics of each mission, the United Nations Security Council could include clear provisions, in its resolutions aimed at coordinating United Nations efforts, that would help restore the rule of law.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“Just seven months ago, he made the following statement: "We live in a time when many around the world have profound feelings of insecurity and fear It may sometimes feel as if we no longer have any stable points of reference to chart our way through the uncertainties of the world. But I am firmly convinced that a comprehensive strategy for security can and must be guided by upholding the rule of law and respecting human rights." The endorsement of the principle of the rule of law is a key factor for both conflict prevention and settlements between States and for successful post- conflict rehabilitation. Democratic government, the rule of law and respect for human rights play essential roles in preventing internal and international conflicts.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“Let me first of all thank the British Presidency for organizing an open meeting on the important issue of justice and the rule of law. I am convinced that this discussion will contribute to finding answers to a number of fundamental problems in our work. Let me begin by recalling the words of a man who has made an exceptional contribution to the cause of the rule of law and respect for human rights, Sergio Vieira de Mello. The late United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights was the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo and for East Timor, where the United Nations missions had, for the first time, broad powers in the administration of justice.”
2003-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4833 (2003) · source
“We hope that the Council will face its great responsibilities with unanimity and will reaffirm its primary role in dealing with the crisis. The Iraqi people deserve a better destiny and a peaceful future, and Bulgaria is ready to contribute towards achieving that goal.”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“At the same time, the international community should assume its responsibilities for ensuring the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions, thus strengthening the role and the authority of the United Nations in international relations. In the event that, in the near future, the inspectors do not report to the Council that Iraq has changed its attitude with regard to its obligations, the Security Council will have to take the appropriate action for the implementation of the relevant resolutions adopted since 1990. Hopefully, today's meeting will represent a further step towards the unity of the Council on the issue of Iraq, reinforcing the efforts of the international community to fight the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“So far, Iraq has been in material breach of the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 1441 (2002), and the Secretary of State has just provided new evidence proving that. By the time of the next briefing, scheduled for 14 February, we expect Iraq to have complied fully with its disarmament obligations, and we look forward to another objective, impartial and professional report from the inspectors. Bulgaria's position has always been that all means should be used for the peaceful settlement of the present crisis. My country believes that the effective and peaceful disarmament of Iraq is still possible through the implementation of resolution 1441 (2002).”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“The active cooperation of the Iraqi authorities is a prerequisite for the full implementation of resolution 1441 (2002). Unfortunately, Iraq's cooperation has not been satisfactory on the substantive issues identified by the inspectors. We insist that Iraq provide additional and complete information confirming the destruction of any weapons of mass destruction available to it and duly address the specific questions already raised by the international community about the Iraqi weapons programme. It is of paramount importance that Iraq give, unconditionally and immediately, clear evidence that it has fully changed its attitude to one of proactive cooperation with the inspectors. That is the only way in which the disarmament of Iraq can be brought to a successful end in a peaceful manner.”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“I would like to believe that what we heard today from the United States Secretary of State will have the same mobilizing effect on the international community as the adoption of resolution 1441 (2002). Three months ago, the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 1441 (2002) as a last chance for the disarmament of Iraq by peaceful means. I am confident that today's meeting of the Council - the body which bears the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security - will carry a compelling message to the international community. Today's ministerial discussion in the Security Council comes in the wake of the reports of the UNMOVIC and IAEA inspectors submitted on 27 January and of the discussion that followed on 29 January.”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“The very fact that the United States Government has chosen to present this information to the Security Council strengthens the centrality of the Council, and we fully endorse that approach. The strong and compelling evidence presented by Secretary Powell sheds additional light on the realities in Iraq as far as the implementation of resolution 1441 (2002) and other relevant Council resolutions is concerned. I hope that the data that has been made public can still be used for the effective accomplishment of the work of the inspectors of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“I should like first to congratulate Germany on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month, and to thank France for its extraordinarily efficient presidency in January. Allow me also to express the deepest condolences of the Bulgarian people with regard to the Columbia space shuttle tragedy - to the families and the peoples of the seven astronauts. I should like to join previous speakers in expressing my appreciation for the information that Secretary of State Colin Powell has laid out before us. Yesterday, Bulgaria also aligned itself with the position of the European presidency, on behalf of the European Union, regarding Iraq.”
2003-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4701 (2003) · source
“Counter-terrorism measures need to be constantly improved because terrorists have demonstrated an extraordinary ability to take advantage of the weaknesses and omissions of international cooperation. I am confident that today's open meeting of the Security Council will give new impetus to strengthening the capabilities of States in their fight against one of the most dangerous phenomena of the present world.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“That initiative was consistent with the view that achievements can be improved when States work within the collective efforts of the region and was meant to boost cooperation with NATO, the European Union, the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe and the Central European Initiative. Bulgaria has, on many occasions and at different political levels, declared that terrorism cannot be identified with an ethnic or religious group. We must not allow the terrorists to use cultural and religious differences to breed feelings of mistrust and hatred among nations and in that way to justify their terrible acts of violence.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“As well, I would like to stress that the legal framework that those instruments outline will be incomplete until the negotiations on a comprehensive convention against terrorism and on an international convention on the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism are concluded. The coordination and the harmonization of the fight against terrorism at international level must be coupled with adequate efforts at the national level. In order to improve and broaden cooperation at subregional level, Bulgaria hosted in 2002 a regional political forum of the South-East European States, dedicated to international cooperation in the fight against terrorism.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“In this regard, I would like to express Bulgaria's support for "Principles to prevent terrorists, or those that harbour them, from gaining access to weapons or materials of mass destruction", adopted by the Group of Eight in June 2002 in Kananaskis, Canada and endorsed by the General Assembly. Bulgaria recognizes that the 12 United Nations conventions and protocols constitute the primary legal framework for the fight against terrorism. The last two of them to which Bulgaria was not yet a party have now been ratified. I avail myself of this occasion to appeal to all States that have not yet ratified those conventions to do so as soon as possible.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“I wish Spain success also as the next Chairman of this most important subsidiary organ of the Security Council. We consider that the CTC has successfully managed its initial task of focusing attention on the need for legislation covering all aspects of resolution 1373 (2001) and for ratification of the 12 international instruments related to the fight against terrorism. In supporting the priorities set out in the various phases of CTC activities, Bulgaria is of the opinion that, even now, the Committee can direct greater attention to the close links that exist between international terrorism and international organized crime, drug trafficking, money-laundering and the illegal trade in weapons. A matter of growing concern is the risk of access by terrorists to weapons of mass destruction and materials for their production.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“In this regard, I would like to welcome the initiative of the Counter-Terrorism Committee to hold a special meeting on 7 March with representatives of international and regional organizations. As a member of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) troika and, consequently, as its future Chairman-in-Office in 2004, Bulgaria will actively contribute to the synergy between the different bodies. Looking at the balance of what has been achieved, we cannot but underscore the great input of the CTC in strengthening the overall capacity of the States Members of the United Nations to fight this evil. I would like to express my high esteem for the activities of the Committee and of its Chairman, Sir Jeremy Greenstock.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“However, the multifaceted measures undertaken so far do not give us grounds to conclude that terrorism, as a major threat to international peace and security, has been eliminated. We condemn in the strongest terms the recent terrorist acts, as well as terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, as no circumstances or motives can ever justify them. Worldwide, in the past three months alone, three Bulgarians have been killed by terrorists. International cooperation is of key importance for results in the fight against terrorism. Other international regional and subregional organizations, with the appropriate expertise and mechanisms, can play an important role as well.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“Allow me first to express my gratitude to the French delegation and to Minister De Villepin for organizing this meeting, which gives us an opportunity to take stock of what has been achieved and to consider new measures and initiatives. I wish also to thank Secretary-General Kofi Annan and the President of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) for their important statements. I wish to avail myself of this occasion to welcome the five new non-permanent members of the Security Council and to wish them success in carrying out their responsibilities. I am confident that the tradition of unanimous decisions on matters related to the fight against international terrorism will be maintained. Fifteen months after the adoption of resolution 1373 (2001), we can affirm that a great deal has been done.”
2003-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4688 (2003) · source
“There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at I p.m.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia for the kind words of a neighbour addressed to Bulgaria. I now give the floor to the representative of Denmark. I invite her to take a place at the Council table and to make her statement.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of Ukraine for his kind words addressed to Bulgaria and the Bulgarian team here in the United Nations. The next speaker on my list is the representative of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia for his kind and neighbourly words addressed to my country and to myself. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Ukraine. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“However, the rule of law and democratic governance cannot operate in an economic vacuum. Here I agree with what was said earlier by the British delegation. Economic stability guaranteed by substantial infrastructural investment - let me call it "infrastructural revolution" - in the region is needed as a precondition for sustainable development and prosperity. The improvement of general living conditions for all Kosovars - regardless of their ethnic origin i is evident, but the process of healing the wounds of the past needs more time. Therefore, the international community must take a realistic and constructive approach to the time frame for the post- conflict rehabilitation and development of Kosovo. Bulgaria is adamant that Kosovo's future lies in a united Europe created by the process of European integration.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Therefore, we urge Kosovo's institutions of self-government, UNMIK and the Belgrade authorities to work together in a cooperative way and to find a lasting solution to the refugees' problems. Throughout the past decade of violence at its western borders, Bulgaria has played a significant role in the stabilization of the region. We will remain committed to that role in the future. Bulgaria is participating with a substantial number of officers, nearly 100 persons, in Kosovo's civilian police force, and one platoon under KFOR command. My country is providing additional personnel for the forthcoming municipal elections in October under the monitoring mechanism of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. We shall continue to provide the necessary support for peacekeeping operations in the Western Balkans region.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria commends the determination of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and of UNMIK to bring to justice those responsible for acts of violence, regardless of their ethnicity. Neither the rule of law nor reconciliation among Kosovars of all communities can be established without allowing the law enforcement authorities to do their work. We deplore the recent acts of violence against UNMIK police and KFOR and consider them an irresponsible challenge to United Nations authority in the province. My country believes and fervently hopes that Kosovo's future will be a multi-ethnic one. No other solution should be tolerated by the international community.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“The progress achieved in building multi-ethnic provisional institutions of self-government in Kosovo under the constitutional framework is remarkable. At the same time, we deem the attempts of extremists to contest or undermine the supremacy of the United Nations jurisdiction in the province totally irresponsible and unacceptable. Bulgaria would like to reaffirm its strong support for Mr. Steiner's sustained efforts to establish the rule of law in Kosovo through UNMIK's policy of zero tolerance of crime and violence. Bulgaria continues to stress the need to finally complete the investigation of the cruel assassination in 1999 of the Bulgarian citizen and United Nations offlcial Mr. Valentin Kroumov and to punish the perpetrators.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“On the eve of the municipal elections in Kosovo, Bulgaria is confident that the process of democratic institution-building, the establishment of the rule of law, the strengthening of overall security, economic recovery and respect for human rights are gradually becoming an integral part of everyday life in the province. My country strongly endorses the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Michael Steiner, and of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to normalize life in Kosovo. The United Nations plays a central role in the province, clearly defined in Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). We consider the presence of UNMIK and KFOR in Kosovo to be a key factor, providing a favourable environment for its democratic transition and transformation.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of Guinea for his kind offer of cooperation. I shall now make a statement in my national capacity. As a future member of the European Union, Bulgaria aligns itself with the statement that will be made shortly by the Permanent Representative of Denmark on behalf of the European Union. I would like to make some additional comments of particular importance to my country. Presiding over the Security Council in its open meeting on Kosovo is of significant importance to Bulgaria. The situation in the province continues to have a great impact on the whole region of South- Eastern Europe. Like other delegations, we are convinced that a visit by the Council to Kosovo and the region would be useful with regard to political developments.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic for his kind words addressed to me, to my country and to my Ambassador here in New York.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“I thank the representative of Colombia for the kind words he addressed to my country, to me and, especially, to Ambassador Tafrov.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Hedi Annabi, Assistant Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations. I now give the floor to Mr. Annabi.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Sahovic' (Federal Republic of Yugoslavia), took a seat at the Council table; Ms. Loj (Denmark), Mr. Kerim (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia) and Mr. Kuchinsky (Ukraine) took the seats reserved for them at the side ofthe Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Hedi Annabi, Assistant Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Annabi to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“Security Council resolutions 1160 (1998), 1199 (1998), 1203 (1998), 1239 (1999) and 1244 (1999) The President: I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Denmark, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Ukraine and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of September, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. John D. Negroponte, Permanent Representative of the United States to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of August 2002. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Negroponte for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source