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first: 2000-03-09
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“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and the countries aligning themselves with this statement. First of all, I would like to thank the Chairpersons of the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions Committee, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) and the Committee established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1540 (2004) for their comprehensive and informative briefings. The European Union welcomes today's joint briefing as an important contribution to S/l'V.5446 strengthen the acceptance, legitimacy and transparency of the Security Council's efforts in the field of counter- terrorism and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Terrorism is a threat to all States and to all peoples. Terrorism knows no borders. It is a global threat that requires a global and comprehensive response.”
2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source
“But the European Union is convinced that Timor-Leste will continue to consolidate peace and democracy and will make progress towards long-term sustainable development. The European Union will continue to play its part in that successful development effort.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“Today, we would like to congratulate Timor- Leste on completing the ratification process of the Cotonou Agreement, by which it became a full member of the African, Caribbean and Pacific group of countries. Timor-Leste is now a member of a political and economic body in which 14 other Pacific island countries, 63 African and Caribbean countries and 25 European Union members cooperate politically, economically and in the field of trade. That new partnership reinforces the central cooperation objective of poverty reduction and adds a political dimension and an innovative trade relationship. Timor-Leste will now benefit from EU support in the framework of the European Development Fund. As previous speakers have said, Timor-Leste is a true success story of United Nations peacebuilding. There are, of course, considerable challenges ahead.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“The determined efforts by Timor-Leste to attain the Millennium Development Goals warrant the continued full support of the country's multilateral and bilateral partners. We welcome the efforts to enhance the coordination and integration of the activities of UNOTIL and the United Nations agencies, funds and programmes. We support the envisaged elaboration of a common country programme, while taking account of the contributions of bilateral donors and the international financial institutions. Since 1999, the European Union and its member States have been reliable development partners for Timor-Leste, contributing more than â‚¬700 million, which amounts to half of all the external assistance provided.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“The establishment of a follow-on mission would go a long way in securing the international community's considerable investment over the past seven years and in supporting the Government at this critical juncture. We are convinced that justice regarding the serious human rights violations in Timor-Leste in 1999 must be achieved. We welcome the Secretary-General's intention to submit soon a report on justice and reconciliation for Timor-Leste with a practically feasible approach, including possible support by the United Nations. We are pleased to note that the preservation of copies of the records of the serious crimes process has been ensured as a basis for possible future steps to ensure accountability for the crimes of 1999. The long-term success of Timor-Leste will, to a large degree, depend on success in the economic field.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“It is in that context of consolidating the remarkable achievements in reconstruction and State- building and in laying the groundwork for successful elections in 2007 that the question of the future United Nations presence after the end of UNOTIL's mandate arises. The European Union believes that the Secretary- General's recommendations for the establishment of a small integrated United Nations office for one year are a good starting point for discussion on the nature of a follow-on mission, taking into account the wishes expressed in that regard by the Government of Timor- Leste and the requirements set out by the Security Council in the letter by its President of 28 March (S/2006/196).”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“The 2007 presidential and parliamentary elections will be at the centre of the consolidation of democracy in Timor-Leste. Transparency, inclusiveness and, above all, fairness in the election process will be decisive for the legitimacy of the results. We welcome the beginning of a dialogue on the electoral process. We hope that the planned wide consultations on the draft electoral laws will secure the broadest possible support for the electoral framework. The organization of the 2007 elections and the provision of a safe environment represent formidable challenges for Timor-Leste. International support for the election process will be crucial for its success.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“The current reports concerning a mass exodus from Dili caused by rumours about impending renewed fighting are a worrying sign of the current security climate in Timor-Leste. The European Union shares the Secretary-General's assessment that the national police is still a nascent force lacking sufficient experience and resources. Even though the overall performance of the Border Patrol Unit has improved, it still faces a number of considerable challenges, operating under even more difficult circumstances than the police. Furthermore, there are worrying reports about an increase in the number of cases of mistreatment and intimidation by the police and an inadequate or slow response to such allegations. Much remains to be done. The accountability and transparency of State institutions must be ensured.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“In particular, we recognize the taking over of the functions of the treasury, the first indictment for corruption by the Office of the Inspector-General and the beginning of the work of the Office of the Provedor for Human Rights and Justice as welcome and important steps in Timor-Leste's progress towards full assumption of State functions. We view the assumption of all functions related to the question of international technical advisers by the Capacity Development Coordination Unit of the Office of the Prime Minister, which is expected to take place after 20 May, in a similar light. Recent events surrounding the dispute within the defence forces of Timor-Leste and the ensuing riots in Dili show that the situation remains volatile. Continued attention needs to be paid to the security sector.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and the countries aligning themselves with this statement. We warmly welcome the presence of the Foreign Minister of Timor-Leste, His Excellency Mr. Jose Ramos-Horta. Since the public meeting of the Security Council held on 23 January (see S/PV.5351), the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) has continued to provide its invaluable support to Timor- Leste. We commend UNOTIL, under the leadership of the Special Representative, Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, for its commitment and contribution. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive and analytical end-of-mandate report on UNOTIL (S/2006/251). The European Union is pleased to note that the process of handing over critical State functions to the Timorese authorities has gained speed.”
2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source
“It will require continued determination and resolve on the part of the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina to meet those challenges and to continue the reform processes. As a potential candidate of the European Union, Bosnia and Herzegovina enjoys a privileged relationship with the Union. We have been standing steadfastly at the side of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina throughout the past 10 years by providing significant financial, military and human resources. We will also continue our support to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the future.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“With regard to the issue of police certification, the European Union notes that on 15 March 2006, the Peace Implementation Council (PIC) Steering Board, meeting at the Political Directors" level, expressed its support for a limited role for the Office of the High Representative if the United Nations were ready to take the lead in resolving the situation. In this context, the European Union notes that the EUPM. does not have an executive mandate, but it has agreed that the EUPM should stand ready to provide limited logistical support to the United Nations in addressing the outstanding issues of police certification, within the existing budget and without prejudice to the implementation of its mandate. Bosnia and Herzegovina still has much work to do in implementing the reforms and meeting the European Union integration benchmarks.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“Whereas the authority of the High Representative remains an important factor in the support for meeting these objectives, the European Union fully agrees with the High Representative that, 10 years after the conflict, it is now time for Bosnia and Herzegovina to take a greater degree of ownership in these processes and to stand on its own two feet. The European Union therefore welcomes the intention of the High Representative to restrict the use of the Bonn powers, to the extent possible, to the areas of ICTY cooperation and Dayton stability.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“The EU Council of Ministers has therefore repeatedly urged both Serbia and Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina to take decisive and immediate action to ensure that all remaining fugitive indictees, including, in particular, Radovan Karadzic and Ratko Mladic, are finally brought to justice without delay. In the past, the High Representatives in Bosnia and Herzegovina have used their powers effectively to defend the spirit of the Dayton Peace Agreement, to overcome political blockages, to tackle the support network for persons indicted for war crimes and to boost the reform process.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“For Bosnia and Herzegovina, this will mark another important step on the path to membership of the European Union. In this context, let me recall that the pace and the conclusion of negotiations will depend in particular on Bosnia and Herzegovina's progress in developing its legislative framework and administrative capacity, in implementing police reform in compliance with the agreement on police restructuring of October 2005, in adopting and implementing all necessary public broadcasting legislation and in achieving full cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Full cooperation with the ICTY is essential if lasting reconciliation in the region is to be achieved.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“The process of constitutional reform must also continue after the elections to resolve outstanding issues and to make Bosnia and Herzegovina a fully self-sustainable, efficient and multinational State that serves its citizens. The European Council also welcomes the progress made on the negotiations for a stabilization and association agreement with Bosnia and Herzegovina since the opening of negotiations in November 2005. We encourage the relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to continue to make swift progress in those negotiations and to implement the necessary reforms. The conclusion of the negotiations will establish a comprehensive formal contractual relationship between the European Union and Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“Finally, the European Union continues to provide significant financial support to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since 2000, a total of more than â‚¬500 million has been allocated to Bosnia and Herzegovina and, under the Community Assistance to Reconstruction, Development and Stabilization (CARDS) programme, some â‚¬50 million will be committed in 2006. The European Union welcomes the political agreement reached on 18 March on constitutional reform. The agreement constitutes a significant step forward towards making Bosnia and Herzegovina's State institutions more functional and efficient. We urge Bosnia and Herzegovina to ensure that the necessary legislative steps are taken in order to implement the constitutional amendments in time for the October 2006 elections.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“In that respect, the European Union military mission (EUFOR), working in close cooperation with NATO, has assumed the main peace-stabilization role under the Dayton Peace Agreement. It has proven to be an important factor in maintaining security and stability on the ground. The Liaison and Observation Teams have also become valuable elements in the confidence- building process. Similarly, the European Union Police Mission (EUPM) has provided useful advice and support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's own efforts in bringing its police structures fully in line with European standards. The international community's continued support is needed in order to implement police restructuring, which is a key reform issue for Bosnia and Herzegovina and a requirement for further EU integration.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“On ll March, Foreign Ministers of the European Union and the Western Balkans reaffirmed their full support for the agenda set out at the 2003 Thessaloniki summit, as well as for the Stabilisation and Association Process, which will remain the framework for the European Union perspective on the Western Balkans. The EU confirmed that the future of the Western Balkans lies in the European Union. In practical terms, the European Union supports that perspective through its various instruments of financial and technical assistance by the European Commission, the Common Foreign and Security and Common Security and Defence Policies and the traditional bilateral support of the Union's 25 member States. The European Union has been strongly involved in supporting, inter alia, the justice, security and defence sectors in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and the other countries aligning themselves with this statement. Let me start by thanking Mr. Christian Schwarz- Schilling, High Representative and European Union Special Representative, for his very informative briefing on developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We would also like to warmly welcome the participation of Mr. Adnan Terzic, Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The European Union commends the High Representative for his contribution to peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We particularly welcome and support his approach of promoting ownership by strengthening State institutions, reviving the economy and implementing the rule of law.”
2006-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5412 (2006) · source
“The Council urged Israel to take steps to improve the humanitarian and economic situation of the Palestinians, including by resuming transfers of the withheld Palestinian tax and customs revenues. The External Relations Council welcomed the recent statement of acting Prime Minister Olmert on seeking negotiations with the Palestinians and the positive response to it by President Abbas. In that context, the Council looks forward to early engagement between the new Israeli Government and the Palestinians in order to advance a just, viable and lasting solution which would bring peace to both the Israeli and the Palestinian peoples. In conclusion, the European Union reaffirms the central role of the Quartet in promoting progress in the peace process.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“The External Relations Council noted the result of the Israeli general elections and underlined the importance of a strong commitment by the new Israeli Government to work towards a negotiated solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, based on existing agreements, relevant Security Council resolutions and the principles laid down in the road map. On final-status issues, the European Union will not recognize any change to the pre-1967 borders other than those arrived at by agreement between the parties. Our Council called on Israel to desist from any action, such as settlement activities and the construction of the separation barrier on Palestinian land, that is contrary to international law and threatens the viability of an agreed two-State solution.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“The External Relations Council recalled that the absence of such a commitment would inevitably have an effect on direct assistance to that Government. The European Union, however, will continue to provide necessary assistance to meet the basic needs of the Palestinian population. In this context, it also underlined the importance of improved access and movement, and called on both parties to implement the Agreement on Movement and Access of 15 November 2005. The External Relations Council reiterated its aim to preserve and pursue the democratic functioning and development of the institutions of the Palestinian Authority. In that context, it emphasized the central role of President Abbas as the highest representative of the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization and reiterated its support for him.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“The External Relations Council noted with grave concern that the new Palestinian Government has not committed itself to the three principles laid out by that Council and the Quartet in their statements of 30 January: non-violence, recognition of Israel's right to exist and acceptance of existing agreements. It urged the new Palestinian Government to meet and implement those three principles and to commit to President Abbas's platform of peace. That would further the Palestinian people's aspirations to peace and statehood. Consistent with the Quartet statement of 30 March, the European Union is reviewing its assistance to the Palestinians against the new Government's commitment to those principles.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“We urge the Palestinian Authority to ensure security in the areas it controls, as well as the safety of international personnel. We continue to urge the Palestinian Authority to take effective measures against terrorism and violence, notably against suicide attacks and the launching of rockets, and to reform its security services. We call upon Israel to stop the practice of extrajudicial killings, which is contrary to international law. We remind both parties of their obligations under the road map and existing agreements, including the Sharm el-Sheikh understandings and the Agreement on Movement and Access. On 10 April, the External Relations Council of the European Union discussed the situation of the Middle East peace process following the swearing-in of the new Palestinian Government and the result of general elections in Israel.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“I have the honour and privilege to speak on behalf of the European Union and the other countries aligning themselves with this statement. The European Union strongly and unreservedly condemns today's suicide bombing of a restaurant in Tel Aviv, which resulted in the deaths of at least nine people and injured many others. We offer our sincere condolences to the families of the victims and our sympathy to the injured. The European Union condemns all acts of terror and violence. It expresses its grave concern about recent violent events in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, in particular rocket attacks against Israel from Gaza and the escalation of Israeli military operations. We call on both parties to exercise maximum restraint.”
2006-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5411 (2006) · source
“In conclusion, the European Union reaffirms the importance of and the need to achieve a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East on the basis of all relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973), 1397 (2002) and 1515 (2003), the Madrid terms of reference and the principle of land for peace.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“We reaffirm our full support for the Government of Lebanon and urge it to launch the economic and political reforms programme initiated during the Core Group meeting held in New York in September 2005. The Union received Prime Minister Siniora on the margins of the External Relations Council meeting on 20 March and stands ready to support credible and effective plans for political and economic reform. Moreover, the European Union expresses its grave concern at the persistence of tension and violence along the Blue Line and urges all parties to exercise the utmost restraint, to refrain from any provocation that could further escalate the tension and to fully respect the entire withdrawal line.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“The Union reaffirms its full support for the United Nations International Independent Investigation Commission concerning the assassination of Rafik Hariri, as mandated by Security Council resolutions 1595 (2005), 1636 (2005) and 1644 (2005), and welcomes the report by Serge Brammertz. We urge all parties to cooperate unconditionally with the Investigation Commission and hope that light will be shed on this and other assassinations. We underline the importance of the full implementation of Security Council resolution 1559 (2004), including the disbanding and disarming of all Lebanese and non-Lebanese militias. We encourage the Government of Lebanon to extend its authority throughout the country.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“Turning to Lebanon, the European Union welcomes the launching of the national dialogue and the initial agreements in respect of the relevant Security Council resolutions. We encourage the continuation of the dialogue and hope it will contribute to political stability in the country by addressing critical issues of national concern. We reiterate our support for Lebanon's unity, stability and independence and remind its neighbours of their obligation to respect Lebanon's sovereignty. We condemn the past violent attacks on Lebanese citizens, journalists and political leaders and the ensuing loss of lives. We are deeply concerned about the continued intimidation and about attacks against the right to freedom of expression.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“It calls upon Israel to stop the practice of extrajudicial killings, which is contrary to international law. We remind both parties of their obligations under the road map and to existing agreements, including the Sharm el-Sheikh understandings and the Agreement on Movement and Access. The European Union reaffirms its strong support for a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, leading to the emergence of an independent, democratic, viable and contiguous Palestinian State, living side by side in peace and security with Israel and its other neighbours. On final status issues, the European Union will not recognize any change to the pre-1967 borders other than those arrived at by agreement between the parties. We reaffirm the central role of the Quartet in promoting progress in the peace process.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“The EU continues to urge Israel to reverse its settlement policy and to freeze all settlement activity, to dismantle outposts erected since March 2001 and to end land confiscation and the construction of the separation barrier on Palestinian land, all of which threaten to render the two-State solution physically impossible to implement. The European Union condemns all acts of terror and violence. It expresses its grave concern over the recent violent events in the West Bank and in the Gaza Strip. It calls on both parties to exercise maximum restraint. The European Union continues to urge the Palestinian Authority to take effective measures against terrorism, notably the launching of Qassam rockets, and to reform its security services.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“Against the background of the Quartet's appeal for measures to facilitate the work of the interim Palestinian Government, the European Union mobilized a â‚¬120-million package on 27 February to meet the basic needs of the Palestinian population and to help stabilize the finances of the caretaker Government. As the Quartet reiterated today, future assistance to the new Government will be reviewed by donors against its commitment to the principles of non- violence, recognition of Israel and acceptance of previous agreements and obligations, including the road map. The European Union congratulates acting Prime Minister Ehud Olmert on his success in the parliamentary elections on 28 March. We welcome the reiteration of his commitment to the road map and call on the future Government to adhere to Israel's obligations under the road map.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“The European Union stresses that violence and terror are incompatible with democratic processes and urges Hamas and all other factions to renounce violence, to recognize Israel's right to exist and to disarm. The European Union expects the newly elected Palestinian Legislative Council and the newly formed Government to commit themselves to a peaceful and negotiated solution of the conflict with Israel, based on existing agreements and the road map, as well as on the rule of law, reform and sound fiscal management. The Union urges the newly formed Government to confront all those engaged in terror and to dismantle terrorist capabilities and infrastructure. On this basis, the European Union stands ready to continue to support Palestinian economic development and democratic State-building.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and the countries aligning themselves with this statement. The European Union welcomes the holding of elections to the Palestinian Legislative Council that took place on 25 January and congratulates President Abbas and the Palestinian people on an electoral process that was free and fair. The European Union, in line with the External Relations Council's conclusions of 30 January, fully endorses the statements made by the Quartet on 26 and 30 January, as well as today. We reiterate our full support for President Abbas's determination to pursue a peaceful solution to the conflict with Israel.”
2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source
“Moreover, Haiti's political and institutional progress will require a sustained commitment from the Haitian authorities to good governance, including in the economic and social sectors, the promotion of key democratic values, respect for the independence of the judiciary and an impartial professional civil service and police, as well as full commitment to human rights. In order to achieve those goals, the international community will need to continue to assist Haiti and to work closely with the local authorities. Ultimately, however, the future of the country lies in the hands of the Haitians themselves. In conclusion, the European Union would like to commend the crucial role of MINUSTAH in support of the democratic transition process in Haiti and to thank Juan Gabriel Valdes for his leadership.”
2006-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5397Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Current and future national authorities must find a swift solution to the problem of the high number of prolonged pretrial detentions, which are unacceptable from a human rights perspective and, if continued, will have serious implications for the country's security and stability. As Haiti begins a new chapter in its history, it is vital that the incoming leadership give special attention to reconciliation and an inclusive approach. The announced normalization of relations between Haiti and the Caribbean community is a positive signal.”
2006-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5397Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We hope that the parliamentary elections will be conducted in a peaceful and credible manner, so that they enhance the democratic process, the rule of law and the establishment of strong and stable institutions. The security situation remains a cause of concern. The European Union therefore calls upon Haiti's leaders to demonstrate strong commitment to improving the security of their citizens in partnership with MINUSTAH. Much-needed progress in the implementation of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes will also contribute to that. Underlying socio-economic conditions need to be addressed as well. Quick-impact projects are a valuable tool in that regard. Moreover, the reform of the Haitian national police must be reinforced by addressing shortcomings in the judicial system.”
2006-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5397Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We would like to seize the opportunity presented by the presence of President-elect Rene Preval of Haiti to congratulate him on his new mandate and to reaffirm the European Union's commitment to the people and authorities of Haiti in their efforts to rebuild and develop their country. By providing â‚¬18 million to the electoral process and by sending an EU electoral observation mission to Haiti, the EU has demonstrated its strong commitment to the transition process in Haiti. The EU notes that the second round of parliamentary elections will be held on 21 April, and that the swearing-in ceremony of the President-elect will take place at the inaugural session of the newly elected Parliament.”
2006-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5397Resumption1 (2006) · source
“I have the honour and privilege to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and the countries aligning themselves with this statement. Haiti has made significant progress in laying the foundation for an inclusive democratic transition, at a pace that seemed unlikely a year ago. The support of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) has been crucial. The European Union expresses its satisfaction that the presidential and the first-round parliamentary elections of 7 February took place peacefully. They mark an important step forward in the democratic process. We welcome the high turnout by, and serious engagement of, the people of Haiti in exercising their democratic right to choose their future leaders despite the major technical and logistical problems encountered during the organization of the vote.”
2006-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5397Resumption1 (2006) · source
“We are confident that the Security Council will continue to pay special attention to this cross-cutting issue, and we call upon all States to do their utmost to contribute to the fight against this scourge, which is killing thousands of people every day.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“The European Union expresses its readiness to continue to provide support, both financial and technical, to Governments, non-governmental organizations and regional organizations and arrangements engaged in the fight against the trafficking in and misuse of small arms and light weapons, as well as in the elimination of dangerous stockpiles of small arms. For a few years now, the Security Council has been seized of the matter of small arms, since it has recognized that the illicit trade in small arms plays a central role in fuelling conflicts and spreading instability. We welcome the draft resolution under consideration by the Council and commend Argentina for preparing it. It is a sign of the Council's heightened awareness of this issue.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“Our contribution in this field is based on the recent European Union strategy on small arms and their ammunition, which formalizes the Union's existing small-arms policies. It is a strategy with a global geographical scope, and it makes several proposals for progress at the 2006 review conference. The strategy identifies Africa as the continent worst affected by the impact of internal and cross-border conflicts aggravated by the destabilizing influx of small arms and light weapons, but it also covers Eastern Europe, Asia and Latin America.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“In that respect, we welcome the adoption by the General Assembly at its sixtieth session of resolution 60/68, on addressing the negative humanitarian and development impact of the illicit manufacture, transfer and circulation of small arms and light weapons and their excessive accumulation. The classification of assistance for small-arms control as official development assistance by the Development Assistance Committee of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development last year allows States to include armed-violence prevention programmes in their poverty reduction strategies and enables donors to provide assistance for small-arms control as part of their development cooperation programmes.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“The EU encourages the use of minimum common standards in transfer controls, including criteria or guidelines to determine whether a proposed transfer of small arms will aggravate conflict, repress human rights or undermine development. Such guidelines can also prevent a shipment from being diverted to the illegal market. The 1998 EU Code of Conduct on Arms Exports represents one of several examples of agreed regional instruments. Many other regions have adopted their own agreements. We will endeavour to reach substantive progress on all these issues at the review conference to be held in June and July this year. In our view, the integration of small-arms measures into development assistance must be strengthened.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“We believe that in order to alleviate the serious impact of the proliferation of illicit small arms on conflict, development and human rights, United Nations efforts to control small arms have to be intensified, notably through measures on brokering, transfer controls, marking and tracing, end-user certification, stockpile management and destruction, ammunition and especially capacity-building. The European Union welcomes the decision to establish a group of governmental experts to study global regulations on brokering. The EU recognizes the close link between illicit small arms and their ammunition, and the need to find a coordinated response to these issues.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“We welcome the work done elsewhere within the United Nations to develop integrated international standards for DDR, and we look forward to their implementation. The European Union is of the opinion that assistance should be provided to conflict-affected countries with the aim of fostering security, disarmament and demobilization as well as the reintegration of ex-combatants into civil society - taking into account the special needs of women and children - as an integral part of post-conflict peace agreements and development strategies.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“With regard to the Secretary-General's recommendations on disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR), we welcome the increased attention paid to that issue by the Security Council and, in particular, to the importance of inter-mission cooperation in DDR. The post-conflict situations in West Africa, where transborder movements of arms, combatants and illicitly exploited resources are contributing to continued insecurity and instability, are a case in point for the need for cooperation and coherence within the United Nations system. We look forward to the operationalization of the Peacebuilding Commission as a forum where the serious small-arms problems faced by many countries recovering from conflict can be usefully addressed in an integrated manner.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“The European Union regards the adoption by the General Assembly in 2005 of the International Instrument to Enable States to Identify and Trace, in a Timely and Reliable Manner, Illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons as a first and important step. If implemented by States with the necessary political will, the Instrument will help to discourage and thus reduce the illicit traffic in small arms, as well as aid in implementing United Nations arms embargoes. Unfortunately, provisions on the right of United Nations peacekeeping operations to initiate tracing requests and on ammunition could not be incorporated into the Instrument. We hope that the Instrument can be strengthened at future review meetings, making it legally binding.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source
“The European Union welcomes the continuing emphasis by the Security Council on arms embargoes and on the links between the illicit exploitation of natural resources and the illicit trade in small arms. However, as evidenced in the reports of the various expert and monitoring groups that are supporting the Security Council's sanctions committees in their work, much remains to be done in order to make that central tool of the Council more effective. Often, the inability to trace arms flows and the lack of appropriate records inhibit the effective execution of the work of those expert groups. Global standards on the marking and tracing of small arms are essential if we are to understand, track and crack down on the illegal trade in those weapons.”
2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source