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Rahman

lines on the record: 129
first: 1994-02-15
most recent: 2018-04-23
sittings or episodes: 19
sources: un-security-council

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“Investment in youth makes eminent sense from all points of View. The case for financing youth-centric and youth-led initiatives is relevant not only for national authorities, but also for international development partners. The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund has demonstrated some useful precedents and results in that regard; it would be advisable for others to follow its lead. Finally, I have personally seen, again and again, how young people among our troops and police continue to make a difference in United Nations peacekeeping operations. With the right environment and tools, young people can indeed prove to be a force to reckon with for conflict prevention and sustaining peace.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“Our Government remains committed to implementing an inclusive education policy that fosters critical thinking and a culture of peace among our young people and provides them with skill sets so that they can avail themselves of gainful employment opportunities at home and abroad. Some of the key challenges faced by our youth are not necessarily unique to our context. Young men and women remain vulnerable to violent extremist narratives that can lead them astray, along the path of radicalization and terrorism. A considerable number of young people continue to fall prey to the motives and trade of organized criminal networks involved in trafficking om humans, drugs and arms. Traditional gender norms and practices disproportionately impact the potential of young women in particular.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“In recognition of our youth's seminal role in national peace and development, our Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has presented the vision of an inclusive, knowledge-driven economy under the slogan "A Digital Bangladesh". The vision aims to turn our young men and women into true agents of change by creating an enabling policy environment for them. The updated national youth development policy adopted by our Government last year exemplifies our efforts to ascertain that no young person is left behind on our national development pathway. The policy upholds the provisions in our Constitution that ensure the rights, justice and equity for all young people, irrespective of gender, religion, caste, ethnicity or physical and mental abilities.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“It is crucial that young people all over the world be given an opportunity to realize their potential, building on the foundations set forth in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Bangladesh is a fairly young country, with a large population of young people. Our nation is projected to harness the demographic dividend until 2035. We see our young men and women blazing their trails and leaving their footprints in almost all spheres of life. They often challenge the status quo and then help to chart a way forward through vibrant engagements and consultations. In so doing, they carry forward the proud legacy of youth leadership and participation through our nation's anti-colonial, independence and democratic struggles.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“We thank the Peruvian presidency of the Security Council for organizing today's open debate. The voices of the young women from three different continents expressed the concerns and aspirations of their peers from across the world, including from the occupied Palestinian territories and Rakhine state. Bangladesh welcomed the adoption of resolution 2250 (2015) and eventually joined an informal group, Champions for Youth, in support of the youth, peace and security agenda. We consider the progress study (see S/2018/86) to be an important contribution to our discourse on a multidimensional agenda. The recommendations contained therein provide a comprehensive framework for promoting youth's potential role as the connective tissue in building and sustaining peace.”
2018-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8241 (2018) · source
“Both disarmament and non-proliferation are mutually reinforcing and should be pursued in tandem to make the world free from the menaces of WMDs.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The only absolute guarantee against the possible use, abuse or misuse of WMDs and their acquisition by terrorists and non-State actors is therefore their total abolition. Unfortunately, hundreds of billions of dollars, together with the human, technical and technological resources, are spent annually on the manufacture, maintenance and qualitative refinement of such weapons. That represents a colossal waste of scarce resources that could be freed up and diverted towards saving millions of lives and addressing pressing development needs. Obviously, the proliferation of WMDs by new countries is unacceptable. But so is the lack of progress towards the fulfilment of the disarmament commitments by States with nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The workshop helped us to identify gaps in our legal, regulatory and national coordination infrastructure and deficits in our agency-wide capacities and experiences to enforce various provisions of the resolution. The Government of Bangladesh will be taking concrete steps to address the gaps and factors that impede the implementation of the resolution. While countries such as ours are doing their best to ensure the non-proliferation of WMD, concomitant actions from others that possess WMDs towards dispossession ofthose deadly weapons are conspicuously absent. To be sure, as long as there remain WMDs at the hands of some States, there will exist motivation for other States to acquire them, the risk of their use, either by accident or by design, and the grave danger of their falling into the hands of terrorists.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“We have also maintained a zero-tolerance policy to terrorism and in recent years adopted a number of bold, concrete steps to combat terrorism, the financing of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Bangladesh is well aware of its legally binding obligations under resolution 1540 (2004). It has already fulfilled its reporting obligations by submitting two reports to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). As part of efforts towards better implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), last month our capital organized a workshop on its implementation that was attended by focal points of key national agencies as well as members of the 1540 Committee's Expert Group and representatives from Office of Disarmament Affairs.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The Prime Minister of Bangladesh has been a strong voice on behalf of the complete elimination of all weapons of mass destruction and upholds her own foreign policy conviction - "disarmament for development" - and a nuclear-weapon and terrorism- free world. Our commitment to a WMD-free world is manifest in the fact that we are signatories to all major multilateral disarmament treaties, including the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention, the Biological Weapons Convention, the Certain Conventional Weapons Convention, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test- Ban Treaty and the Arms Trade Treaty.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The adoption of resolution 1540 (2004), to which Bangladesh also contributed proactively as a member of the open-ended group of the General Assembly that negotiated the basis of the resolution, along with the series offollow-up resolutions adopted subsequently, has therefore been a watershed achievement. The resolutions demonstrate the determination of the membership of the United Nations to pursue comprehensive efforts to address the nexus between WMDs and terrorism, and to close the gap in international law regarding non-State actors and WMDs. Let me reaffirm the strong commitment of the Government of Bangladesh to the full implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), as we unequivocally support all international efforts at promoting a more peaceful and safer world.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The Council will no doubt agree that the use of technology, information and social media, as well as the existence of the nexus between terrorist networks, non-State actors and transnational criminals with varying motives but unremittingly lethal intentions to acquire, target and use weapons of mass destruction, poses new challenges to States' apparatus and the traditional lines of national defence. Coupled with these are the threats emanating from the rising extremism and radicalization of various ideological groups and networks that use indoctrination, terrorism and violence as a tactic for attacking peace, democracy, development and the peaceful coexistence of nations and communities.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“I would first like to join others in congratulating you, Madam President, and your delegation on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. Terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) constitute one of the pre-eminent threats to global collective security in the twenty-first century. Acts of terrorism continue to pose a grave challenge to humankind, as terrorist groups choose their targets indiscriminately, change their modes of operation and improvise more complex ways to carry out their heinous acts with deadlier consequences.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“Our goal remains realizing the inalienable and legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people by creating an independent, viable and contiguous State of Palestine based on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with Israel in peace and harmony. The realization of that goal needs our collective resolve. Let us all commit to working for lasting peace in the Middle East.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“They are contrary to international law and the road map, and must therefore cease. If peace in the Middle East is to be achieved, we must prevail upon Israel to cease further illegal settlements and dismantle the existing ones, in line with its obligations under article 49 of the Fourth Geneva Convention. In that regard, we consider the recent action of the European Union to be the right move in the right direction. The upgraded status of Palestine at the United Nations last year was a small step towards amending a historical injustice. Much work lies ahead to create the conditions that will allow a meaningful and just solution.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“The Security Council cannot evade its role, particularly since its own resolutions adopted over time on the matter remain unimplemented. The stalled peace process must restart. We believe that the Fourth Geneva Convention, resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973) and 425 (1978), the principle of land for peace, the terms of refernce of the Madrid Peace Conference, the road map and the Arab Peace Initiative are the best guides for achieving a peaceful solution. We see a flicker of hope in Secretary of State John Kerry's efforts to bring the parties to the negotiating table. We fully support that initiative. The root cause of the conflict is the occupation, which must end sooner than later. The settlements present an existential threat to the viability of a future Palestinian State.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“Despite the global outcry and International Court ofJustice advisory opinion against it (see A/ES-10/273), Israel continues to build a separation wall on the West Bank, dividing and isolating communities, destroying livelihoods and preventing hundreds of thousands access to their jobs, families, markets, schools and hospitals. The repeated appeals of the international community to improve the deteriorating conditions of the Palestinian people remain unheeded. It is abundantly clear now that there cannot be a military solution to that longstanding conflict. Peace cannot be achieved in that land by force or through military means. Only through negotiations can there be a viable solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“The quality of life of the Palestinians in the entire occupied territories has been reduced to a subsistence level. For example, in Gaza 1.7 people have been living in a 360 square kilometre area. Of that number, 80 per cent are extremely poor and rely on food handouts. Some 90 per cent of the available water is unfit for human consumption, and 30 per cent of vital medicines are unavailable in the hospitals. Those are only a few disturbing statistics that demonstrate the precarious condition in which the people of Palestine, particularly women and children, are languishing. Unfortunately, all that is happening before the eyes of the international community and in the absence of any resolute action.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“It is indeed a great honour for me to speak at this very important debate. I shall limit my statement to the issue of occupied Palestinian territories. The saga of Palestinian misfortune is often repeated in international discourse without any effective remedy. It is a unique story of the long suffering of one segment of the human race inflicted by another, starting with the occupation of land, the alteration of history and then the escalation of violence and military incursions, leading to the imposition of inhuman conditions on the Palestinian people through the demolition of homes, the confiscation of land, closures and blockades. The Gaza borders have been subjected to a regime of closure that is without precedent anywhere on the planet.”
2013-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7007 (2013) · source
“National capacity-building and the training of counter-terrorism personnel in developing countries, particularly the least developed, must remain high on the agenda of the United Nations for assisting all States in combating terrorism. Let us today renew once again our vows to unite against terrorism and save innocent lives and protect succeeding generations from the unacceptable scourge of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“If the global strategy against terrorism is to succeed, its root causes - such as economic disparity and deprivation, political subjugation and exclusion, prolonged and unresolved conflicts, unfair treatment and absence of fairness 4 must be addressed, as appropriate. In that regard, socioeconomic interventions for the deprived in a society - such as social safety nets, microcredit-based livelihoods for women, women's empowerment, education and job creation, and a strong legal institutional regime - are of pivotal importance. Let me emphasize that the United Nations should be leading the global conversation and action on counter- terrorism, with the support of all stakeholders.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Bangladesh feels privileged to have partnered with the CTITF last year in presenting a regional workshop on the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy in South Asia in Dhaka. There should be a clear distinction between terrorism, on the one hand, and the legitimate struggle against foreign occupation and the right to self- determination as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, on the other. Attempts to wrongfully associate terrorism with any religion, nationality, civilization or ethnic group are unjustifiable and therefore should be avoided. It is essential that, while countering terrorism, human rights standards be respected and protected.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Our Government is currently implementing a national counter-radicalization strategy by promoting education, women's empowerment and the propagation of secular and moderate cultural values, and creating a mindset of tolerance, friendliness and compassion in line with our flagship resolution, "Culture of peace". Our Government supports the work of the United Nations in the effective implementation of resolution 1267 (1999). We have banned all terrorist groups blacklisted by the Committee established pursuant to that resolution and are keeping a close eye on any suspicious activity. The Government enacted the country's first-ever Money-Laundering Prevention Act in 2009, which was updated in 2012 to make it more stringent and to include suspicious transactions and predicate offences as a way to address terrorist financing.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Bangladesh made a humble contribution as the facilitator of General Assembly resolution 64/297, on the review of the Strategy in 2010. We call for the Strategy's transparent and comprehensive implementation. Bangladesh condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Our Government has been following and will continue to follow a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and extremism. We feel that the four pillars of the Strategy and the establishment of the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force (CTITF) to support its implementation were important steps. In line with our commitment to counter terrorism, we have taken some notable initiatives in our national context. A party to all 14 universal anti-terrorism instruments, Bangladesh also ratified the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“Let me begin by joining other delegations in congratulating Pakistan on its assumption ofthe presidency ofthe Security Council this month. We thank the delegation of Pakistan for scheduling this very important open debate. This initiative reflects the commitment and resolve of that country on the subject. I also thank the Secretary- General for his statement this morning. Terrorism, both in its magnitude and diversity, is one of the gravest Challenges of today. It is a threat not only to national security and stability, but also to international peace and security. Indeed, no country is immune from the scourge. The adoption of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy in 2006 was a watershed moment in the global fight against terrorism. We fully support the Strategy.”
2013-01-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6900Resumption1 (2013) · source
“The long-term effort must be targeted at addressing its root causes, such as underdevelopment and the lack of opportunities for the Somali people. Only through concerted and committed efforts, regional and international, will we be able to achieve a sustainable solution to this scourge, be it in the Gulf of Aden or elsewhere.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We have to undertake a two-pronged approach 4 building the capacity of the country or countries of the region, on the one hand, and dealing with its root causes, on the other. As we endeavour to establish sustainable peace, effective governance, the rule of law and a security apparatus, we have to think about offering the people lawful attention to the subject of piracy and banditry. The political and security situation is improving as the new Somali Government strengthens its foothold. We need to capitalize on this positive development. Donors must deliver on their financial assistance commitments to support capacity-building for the Somali authorities in combating piracy. In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the importance of international cooperation to tackling the menace of piracy.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Our goal should be to support efforts to identify, arrest and prosecute pirates, trace and seize ransom monies and destroy criminal networks. At the same time, we need to pay attention to the predicament ofthe hostages, including their well-being, both while in captivity and after their release. We are happy to know that a hostage support programme has been adopted by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime with the assistance of other international partners. We recognize, like many others in this Chamber, that the challenges of maritime piracy cannot be met with military means alone. The problems on shore, such as underdevelopment and poverty, must also be addressed in order to fight piracy effectively and comprehensively.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“It is necessary to forge an international coalition with the full participation of the countries of the region and the involvement of the United Nations. We are encouraged by the initiatives undertaken by the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, in particular in its articles 100, 101 and 105, sets out the legal framework applicable for countering piracy and armed robbery at sea. Yet we know that the complexities of international maritime law make it difficult to prosecute pirates once they are caught. We have to find ways to tackle this, even if it requires the adoption of additional legal norms consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“We are particularly concerned about the plight of seafarers taken hostage and held in captivity by pirates in the Gulf of Aden and along the Somali coast. Some of our nationals working for shipping companies of different countries have fallen victim. I cannot overemphasize the agony of the captives and how anxious their family members are for their release. We are pleased to note that the number of piracy incidents along the Somali Coast has significantly decreased. This has been made possible by heightened vigilance and cooperation on the participation of the international community. However, a lot more remains to be achieved in order to bring that figure down to zero. We must seek a comprehensive solution to the problem for the sake of safe maritime trade, freedom of navigation and the protection of maritime resources.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in thanking you, Mr. President, and your delegation for organizing today's open debate. The concept note circulated by your delegation (S/2012/814, annex) is much appreciated. I would also like to thank Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson for his comprehensive presentation this morning. We are deeply concerned at the continued incidents of maritime piracy and armed robbery at sea, which have detrimental effects on shipowners, seafarers, international organizations, insurance companies and Governments alike. Despite improvements in recent years, piracy - with its economic, commercial, humanitarian and security dimensions - continues to pose a serious threat.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865Resumption1 (2012) · source
“With a mix of pride and gratitude, I say that over the years some 103 of our valiant peacekeepers have laid down their invaluable lives for the cause of United Nations-sponsored peace. On this occasion, we pay homage to all peacekeepers from Bangladesh and other TCCs who have made the supreme sacrifice for the noble cause of international peace and prosperity. We also reiterate our firm commitment to continuing our partnership with the United Nations for the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that context, I refer to the statement of the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the general debate of the sixty-fourth session of the General Assembly, in which she said: "Bangladesh is proud of its outstanding role as a major troop-contributing country serving the United Nations in maintaining peace and security worldwide." (A/64/PV.9, p. 24) We have had to brave poor odds and many difficulties and to endure many sacrifices in the process of fulfilling the commitment to international peace and security, as enshrined in our Constitution, which has been a constant source of our motivation and dedication. Since 1988, Bangladesh has been involved in 36 United Nations peacekeeping operations, with approximately 100,000 personnel. Today, Bangladesh is ranked first in the field.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“At the operational level, partnership should include the followingzensuring the minimum peace to be kept by the peacekeepers; creating workable conditions for the peacekeepers to operate in; ensuring the necessary coordination among relevant stakeholders and among the United Nations and other bilateral and regional stakeholders; and concerted efforts among the United Nations agencies, funds and programmes and the Bretton Woods institutions in the field. For our part, Bangladesh has played a cardinal role in the maintenance of international peace and security, for which we take a modicum of pride.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The representational issue of TCCs in the relevant department, such as the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support, must be ensured, as repeatedly requested by the General Assembly. The mandates of peacekeepers must be clear, specific and well defined, supported by adequate resources, with sufficient safety and security, as well as the provision of training.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“There must be a broader political partnership between the United Nations and the host Government to ensure political support for peacekeeping operations. Effective and inclusive consultation among the Security Council, the Secretariat and the TCCs must be ensured. The views of TCCs must be reflected when deciding mission start-up and in effecting any change in the mandate of existing missions. The initial mandate must be crafted carefully and fully reflect potential TCCs. A specific timeline must be stipulated, in consultation with the TCCs, in finalizing the memorandum of understanding. Any change in operations must be in compliance with the views of those who work in the field. Fair representation of TCCs in the decision-making process within the Secretariat, as well as in the process of implementation, must be ensured.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The future success of a peacekeeping mission will therefore largely depend on the political support that it receives and on the adequate and timely provision of financial, logistical and human resources, as well as the involvement of stakeholders on the ground. In that regard, we reiterate the importance of closer and active involvement with troop-contributing countries (TCCs) and police- contributing countries when deciding on new peacekeeping missions or extending or amending the mandates of current missions. We emphasize the following specific measures for building an effective partnership throughout the whole process, especially at both the decision-making and the implementation levels, for the successful operation of peacekeeping missions in the future.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mediation and peacekeeping have contributed to an 80 per cent decline in the total number of armed conflicts since the end of the cold war. As the study suggests, 87 per cent of United Nations peacekeeping operations have been successful, as compared to the 50 per cent success rate of other peace operations. Furthermore, United Nations peacekeeping is the most cost effective vis-a-vis that of others. Above all, the opportunity cost of peacekeeping is immeasurable in terms of any financial or other resource standard. It means that United Nations peacekeeping is a must, and that we must ensure proper and effective support services to peacekeeping missions for the effective implementation of their mandates. Peacekeeping has turned out to be a more multidimensional and complex task compared to what it was a few years ago.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Our appreciation is also owed to the Secretary-General and other speakers for their statements. My delegation aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of the Kingdom of Morocco on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. It hardly requires reiterating that United Nations peacekeeping is a unique and flagship activity of the Organization. The presence of Blue Helmets in the field provides hope of sustainable peace to the victims of conflict, buttresses efforts to achieve peace among world communities, reinvigorates related activities for making peace sustainable, and compels conflicting parties to resort to a peaceful solution. In that regard, we convey our heartfelt gratitude to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while working under the United Nations umbrella. However, their sacrifice was not in vain.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by joining other colleagues in condemning in the strongest possible terms this morning's deadly attack on the United Nations building in Abuja. The people and Government of Bangladesh stand by the people and Government of Nigeria, as well as the members of the United Nations family, at this difficult time. My delegation expresses its heartiest congratulations to the Indian delegation on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of August. I also take this opportunity to thank the presidency for focusing this debate on the theme "Peacekeeping: taking stock and preparing for the future" and for sharing with us a thought-provoking concept note (S/2011/496, annex). It amply delineates the priority and importance attached to the cause of international peace, security and stability by the Security Council.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In conclusion, the Movement believes that the building of institutions in post-conflict countries must be based on a fair appreciation of the circumstances of justice and on the prevailing social situation for which the norms and standards are being postulated. They should reflect a collective thought process premised on the needs and concerns of the people who will ultimately uphold the institutions. As a supporting partner, the international community must advance its capacities through institutional, technical, financial, human and other assistance in which it has the capacity to do so. The process must forge the effective participation of all stakeholders, including women, civil society and marginalized groups, so as to address the root causes of conflicts.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Furthermore, these activities need to be identified by the United Nations peacebuilding architecture in cooperation with the national Government, including the views of troop- contributing countries in relevant areas. Seven, with regard to South-South cooperation, countries of the South have similar socio-economic experiences that need to be utilized in the process. In addition, the diverse capacities and skills in the South can be replicated suitably in the form of lessons learned and the development achieved from previous experience in nation-building. Last but not least, efforts must also include a mechanism for including North-South and triangular cooperation. That would renew the strength of partnerships and complement South-South cooperation.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In this context, the Peacebuilding Commission should play a central role in providing policy guidance and strategies in conducting institution-building activities. Five, there has to be cooperation among the different United Nations organs. Post-conflict peacebuilding activities should be conducted through intense and effective consultations among the main organs of the United Nations, while duly emphasizing their respective areas of competence. Six, the role of peacekeepers and early peacebuilding activities need to be properly recognized. In that regard, the significant role of peacekeepers will further strengthen early peacebuilding activities.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Third, gender mainstreaming and the role of women in post-conflict peacebuilding cannot be overemphasized. The institution-building process and its outcome should ensure gender perspectives as appropriate. While crafting such norms and standards, sufficient attention must be given to ensuring that the concerns of women in the host country are adequately taken into account so as to empower them to effectively participate in the post-conflict country's economic, political, social and security-related activities. Four, organizational coordination must be addressed. Without prejudice to the functions and powers of the other principal organs of the United Nations, the General Assembly must play the key role in the formulation and implementation of institution- building activities.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In addition, the provision of adequate and timely resources is indispensable. In that context, the Movement believes that the following points must be kept in mind while planning and conducting post- conflict institution-building activities. First, any activity relating to peacebuilding in a post-conflict country must be based on the principle of national ownership. In that regard, institution-building activities should also encompass national priorities, taking into account the reality and necessities of the people who are the potential clients of the initiative. Second, effective partnership must be forged among all Member States so that the varying capacities among them can complement each other and strengthen post-conflict institution-building efforts.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We agree with the concept paper (S/2011/16, annex) that building institutional capacity in a post- conflict country is a difficult task. However, it is not impossible. It requires coordinated efforts, constructive willingness, appropriate needs assessment and defining norms and standards. The volatile post-conflict environment is largely defined by a lack of vital resources, including physical infrastructure, human and financial capital and appropriate social bonds. While some of that stems from a lack of adequate confidence, mostly it has to do with insufficient financial resources, technical expertise and institutional skills. No supply-driven approach will suffice. On the other hand, a demand-pull approach coupled with national training and exchange programmes may help.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“This requires broader political will within the international community and at least a minimal willingness on the part of the different factions in the post-conflict countries. International support in such dynamic and evolving situations is to be based on broad political willingness and adequate and predictable resources. Efforts skewed towards unduly benefiting one group at the expense of others are likely to exacerbate a situation, igniting the causes of conflict. Active participation by members of civil society and by local and traditional authorities, including marginalized groups, may ease the situation and contribute significantly to ensuring national ownership for achieving peacebuilding goals through a common vision of national development. The full and effective participation of women can further strengthen the process.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Therefore, the onus is on us, the international community, to work towards the achievement of sustainable peace by enabling national actors to rebuild their institutions, revitalize their economies and rejuvenate their peaceful lives. This process entails ensuring national ownership in all peacebuilding activities, including institutional capacity-building. Sustainable peace can be achieved only when the process is shared and owned by those ultimately benefiting from the peace dividends. It is national actors who clearly understand the inherent values and normative priorities of their particular society. Given the diversity in post-conflict situations, the international community, in consultation with the relevant stakeholders, needs to find commonalities among national protagonists to advance their common development agenda.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We believe that this debate will add important value to all relevant processes in further streamlining peacebuilding activities and bringing about sustainable peace in post-conflict countries. While we recognize that each and every post- conflict situation is unique, our experience is that there are some commonalities across all conflict or post- conflict situations. They negatively impact the regular work of a society by causing damage to physical, psychological and social structures. They shatter institutions, take a toll on human lives, break social bonds and hinder regular activities. The institutional and other capacities previously created in society or embedded in the bond of social dynamics are either broken or remain dormant, and are not readily available to steer the peace process or to make it sustainable.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in our capacity as NAM. coordinator in the Peacebuilding Commission. Let me begin by thanking you, Mr. President, for organizing this important debate on the issue of institution-building in the context of peacebuilding in post-conflict countries. We also thank the Secretary- General, the Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste and the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission for their respective statements delivered this morning. This debate is a very timely initiative, as it is taking place as the review of the peacebuilding architecture has just been concluded and the review of international civilian capacity is in its final stage.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source