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2000-09-07

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2005-09-14

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1. “The Russian Federation is deeply convinced of the need to enhance the effectiveness of the Security Council in preventing armed conflict, particularly in Africa. In that connection, we attach great importance to the resolution just adopted by the Council on this matter.”

   2005-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5261 (2005) · source

2. “On behalf of my country I have just signed the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism. As is known, it was Russia that initiated that document, and we would like to thank our partners for their support. We worked together, and we have now created an efficient legal instrument for tackling this real threat of the possible use of weapons of mass destruction by terrorists. I believe that at this session of the General Assembly it may well be possible to complete the draft comprehensive convention on international terrorism. The issues of fighting terrorism and its roots, taken as a whole, are questions needing our further cooperation and must, we believe, be permanent items on the agenda of this United Nations, the Security Council and other United Nations bodies.”

   2005-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5261 (2005) · source

3. “The Security Council resolution adopted at the initiative of the United Kingdom reflects the lessons learned in this war against terrorism and sets forth new substantive tasks, including the need to end incitement to terrorism. I believe that such actions must be qualified as criminal by all States, without exception. Our common task is to create a truly solid front in the fight against this evil. Any attempts to condone terrorism, to flirt with terrorists or to use them for different political purposes must be condemned unanimously. Those who advocate terrorism, propagate the ideologies of racism and ethnic or religious intolerance must be fought, using not only the power of the State but also engaging civil society, the mass media, cultural and humanitarian cooperation and interreligious dialogue.”

   2005-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5261 (2005) · source

4. “May I say first of all that Russia attaches particular importance to today's Security Council summit meeting. In gathering here we are not only demonstrating our shared responsibility and solidarity in combating the global terrorist threat; it is of fundamental importance that it is precisely the United Nations and the Security Council that can become the coordinating centre, the headquarters for the international antiterrorist front. It is here, today, that the most important ideological, political and organizational foundations for the fight against terrorism are being formulated. Russia welcomes this approach and is ready to act to strengthen the central role of the United Nations in insuring international security and stability.”

   2005-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5261 (2005) · source

5. “Of special importance is bringing to light the deep-rooted reasons for conflicts, including economic and social ones. Russia has played and, on the basis of the foregoing, intends to continue to play an active role in peacekeeping operations. Today my country is participating in 10 out of the 15 United Nations peacekeeping operations. We share the sorrow of the United Nations in connection with the deaths of the peacekeepers in West Timor, and we condemn any aggressive actions towards United Nations personnel. Sons of Russia are among those who at various times have given their lives while protecting and defending the lofty ideals of the United Nations. In conclusion, from this lofty rostrum I would like to thank Secretary-General Kofi Annan and his staff for the superb organization of our work and for the preparation of this meeting.”

   2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source

6. “This issue has already been discussed today. The future of the continent depends to a great degree on the speedy and effective settlement of these conflicts. If in the twentieth century Africa became free from colonialism, the twenty-first century should rid it of poverty and military confrontation. In order to solve this major problem the United Nations and its Security Council must most closely coordinate their activities with the peacekeeping efforts of the African nations themselves. The most important task is to improve the United Nations anti-crisis potential. In this regard, we believe that the Brahimi report is a useful document. We should jointly develop a culture of crisis prevention and devote greater efforts to forestall crises.”

   2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source

7. “In recent years the peacemaking efforts of the Security Council have made it possible to extinguish a few major regional conflagrations - in Cambodia, Mozambique and Central America. The settlement of the conflict in Tajikistan is the latest and one of the most interesting examples of such efforts. United Nations support for the process of national reconciliation has returned Tajikistan to normal life. I am convinced that such an approach could achieve a just solution to the problem of Iraq and secure peace and stability in the Balkans. The relevant resolutions of the Security Council already contain the necessary political and legal conditions for such action. They need only to be implemented conscientiously and fully. One of the most acute problems of the contemporary world is the incessant conflicts in Africa.”

   2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source

8. “Secondly, we have a common responsibility to promote global stability and to take a collective approach to settling disputes and conflicts. Recent history vividly teaches that approaches and measures that ignore international law inevitably undermine both regional and global stability. I would like to stress that only the Security Council has the right to sanction such an extreme measure as the use of force in a crisis situation. It does so on behalf and in the interests of the whole world community. When so acting the Security Council has a special responsibility to clearly define the mandate and rules for conducting a peacekeeping operation. In particular, in accordance with Chapter VII of the Charter, the self-serving interests of any party should not be allowed to become part of any such operation.”

   2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source

9. “In my opinion, in the new century it might be well to make more frequent use of high-level summit meetings - and not only at United Nations Headquarters in New York, but also at locations closer to the events the Council is dealing with. Before our eyes and with our direct participation, a new epoch is being shaped. It does not matter that we have different ideas about the specifics of this epoch. We are firmly united in our principal beliefs. This epoch must become one of equitable security and just peace. In this connection, I would like to emphasize that the principles laid down in the Charter of the United Nations have passed more than one durability test and proved their effectiveness. The most important of these principles is the supremacy of international law.”

   2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source

10. “All of us are participants in a truly historic and precedent-setting meeting of the Security Council. The previous few months of this millennium remind us of our responsibility and obligations to our peoples and the whole world. The key United Nations body - the Security Council - has done all it can to safeguard the world from a new global military catastrophe, and to safeguard politicians from the temptation to use any advantage to pursue objectives unworthy of mankind. When the Security Council acts in solidarity and unity, the most complicated problems are resolved. This only serves to enhance the authority of the Council.”

    2000-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4194 (2000) · source