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1. “The implementation of post-conflict peacebuilding activities requires full consultation with and the consent of the parties concerned and should be based on the principles of international law and the United Nations Charter.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

2. “Currently, however, there is no clear institutional mechanism for the formulation of such a comprehensive strategy. We think that the ongoing deliberations in the General Assembly on the possible modalities of a Peacebuilding Commission and other reform proposals can help clarify and redress the institutional deficit. Malaysia welcomes and supports the establishment of a Peacebuilding Commission. However, I wish to reiterate our view that, without any prejudice to the competence and roles of the other principal organs of the United Nations in post-conflict peacebuilding activities, the General Assembly must also have the key role in the formulation of post-conflict peacebuilding activities.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

3. “We agree with the View that ways must be found to ensure greater ownership and capacity among local actors to ensure a more acceptable, implementable and sustainable post-conflict peacebuilding programme. In that regard, due attention must be given to local norms and values, cultural and religious traditions and capacity to respond. By now, the United Nations and the international community have had sufficient experience to put together best practices from past situations to deal with future challenges. We would support consideration of establishing a civilian rapid deployment mechanism consisting of judges, administrators, police and election observers on a stand-by basis for United Nations missions. Malaysia is fully cognizant of the need for a comprehensive strategy in promoting peacebuilding efforts.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

4. “That would require policy coherence and better coordination involving the United Nations, the parties emerging from conflict, local stakeholders, international institutions, donors and other actors. It is important to ensure that there exists an adequate and conducive enabling and supporting environment. In that regard, we welcome the consideration of possible regional approaches to meeting the challenges of post-conflict peacebuilding. Malaysia concurs with the View that each post- conflict situation generates its own unique set of circumstances. There is no single peacebuilding model that can fit all situations. The United Nations has to tailor its activities to specific situations on a case-by-case basis.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

5. “We are particularly impressed by the comprehensive and thought-provoking approach in the non-paper highlighting very important and relevant questions related to current policy, institutional and financial challenges in post-conflict peacebuilding. My delegation fully subscribes to the view that the United Nations should play a key role in post- conflict peacebuilding in order to prevent the resurgence of conflict, help countries put back in place the foundations of normal life, and move societies towards sustainable peace. That normally involves a multifaceted process and a multidimensional mandate covering a full range of issues and activities. Clearly, there are major policy, institutional and financial challenges that need to be addressed.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

6. “I wish to congratulate you, Sir, on presiding over today's meeting and to congratulate your delegation on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council this month. I should like to thank your delegation for taking this timely initiative to consider issues of post-conflict peacebuilding in an open debate of the Council with the participation of the larger membership of the United Nations. My delegation has taken note with keen interest of the statements of the Deputy Secretary-General and the President of the World Bank. My delegation extends its sincere appreciation to Denmark for the non-paper on post-conflict peacebuilding (S/2OOS/3l6, annex), which provides a sound basis for today's discussion.”

   2005-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5187Resumption1 (2005) · source

7. “My delegation is concerned that, despite the notable progress achieved during UNMISET's consolidation phase, the mission has concluded that Timor-Leste has yet to reach the critical threshold of self-sufficiency, in particular in the areas of professional skills and values, policing experience, necessary equipment and infrastructure, and management and coordination capabilities. In that regard, Malaysia continues to offer assistance in training and development for senior and middle management of the Timorese police force, as well as the assistance given in the training of trainers at the police college and to the newly formed Police Reserve Unit and Rapid Intervention Unit.”

   2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

8. “Malaysia continues to express its hope for a mutually beneficial arrangement that permits the successful exploitation of petroleum and natural gas, which could provide badly needed financial resources for Timor-Leste. My delegation has noted the conclusions and the observations of the integrated technical assessment mission during its recent visit to Timor-Leste to review the situation on the ground, as mandated by resolution 1543 (2004), with a view to determining the feasibility of modifying UNMISET's size, composition and tasks, including the configuration of its police and military components.”

   2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

9. “With regard to the ongoing investigations by the Serious Crimes Unit to bring to justice the perpetrators of serious crimes committed in 1999 in East Timor, my delegation is of the View that the issue is best dealt with bilaterally between Timor-Leste and Indonesia. Undue external pressure from the international community, especially from the United Nations, may not be the right approach in dealing with the issue. My delegation notes in the Secretary-General's report that maritime boundary negotiations with Australia have been conducted recently, in September and October, but that a mutually beneficial arrangement has yet to be concluded.”

   2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

10. “It is encouraging to note the growing relations between Timor-Leste and Indonesia, as manifested in the recent visit of Prime Minster Alkatiri to Jakarta in October and the participation of Foreign Minister Ramos-Horta in Indonesia's independence celebration in Kupang in August. The strengthening of relations between the two neighbouring countries augurs well for them, including in their continued efforts to delimit the land borders between them. We are confident that both countries will continue to be able to resolve their pending bilateral issues in a spirit of friendship and cooperation.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

11. “In that regard, we believe that UNMISET needs to redouble its effort to encourage the involvement and the ownership of the Timorese in the Mission's three programme areas and to identify bilateral and multilateral partners that could help move the process. Malaysia has taken note of the donors' conference scheduled to be held in March next year. We hope that the United Nations system and other partners that have complemented the role of UNMISET in assisting the institution-building process will continue to support and facilitate the smooth transition from a peacekeeping operation to a sustainable- development-assistance framework. My delegation joins the Secretary-General in appealing to all bilateral and multilateral partners of Timor-Leste to enhance their cooperation with UNMISET for a successful transition process.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

12. “In that regard, Malaysia will do its utmost, within its capacity, to further assist Timor-Leste in fulfilling its nation-building endeavour, including through the continuation of bilateral technical assistance. My delegation notes that during the next six months UNMISET will also be focusing on its exit strategy as it completes its mandate in Timor-Leste. This is a crucial period for UNMISET in ensuring that the country continues to function without any significant impact from the Mission's withdrawal. It is thus important to make a thorough and comprehensive assessment of whether Timor-Leste has largely achieved self-reliance before UNMISET's responsibilities are handed over to the Timorese.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

13. “We note his assessment that any change of the composition or size of UNMISET, including those of the police and military components, could compromise the ability of the Mission to carry out its responsibilities. At the same time, we take note of the Secretary-General's recommendation to retain UNMISET with its current tasks, configuration and size until its mandate expires on 20 May 2005. We agree that the coming final period of six months would allow UNMISET's key tasks to be completed and the gains made thus far to be consolidated. It is essential that the transition from the phase of peacekeeping operations, aimed at conflict resolution, to the next phase of development activities be conducted with the cooperation and the contributions of all bilateral and multilateral partners.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

14. “Voter registration has been completed in preparation for the local elections to be conducted before July 2005. Those advances could not have been achieved without the full commitment, the determination and the strong resolve of the country's leadership and the support of the Timorese people in general, coupled with sustained assistance and cooperation from the international community. We recall that, in his previous report (S/2004/669), the Secretary-General noted that the progress achieved in Timor-Leste had permitted a downsizing in the international presence on the ground. However, in his report before the Council today, the Secretary-General emphasizes that the situation on the ground does not warrant any modification of UNMISET's tasks as mandated by resolution 1543 (2004).”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

15. “We commend the Special Representative and the members of UNMISET's civilian, military and police components for their dedication and their invaluable contributions to the nation-building process in Timor-Leste. Malaysia is pleased to recognize that UNMISET continues to play an important role in Timor-Leste, providing security and facilitating the country's advancement towards progress and development. The Mission has assisted in nurturing the development of political, economic, social, legal and judicial institutions. We note in particular that, since the inception of the UNMISET consolidation phase in May 2004, Timor-Leste has made further progress in developing key State institutions and security agencies, which includes the adoption of a number of important pieces of legislation.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

16. “I offer my sincere congratulations to you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and to the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom on his stewardship of the Council last month. My delegation is pleased to address the Security Council on the situation in Timor-Leste six months after the adoption of Security Council resolution 1543 (2004). We express our sincere appreciation to the Secretary-General for his progress report (S/2004/888) on the activities of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), and to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, for his clear and comprehensive presentation of the report.”

    2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source

17. “Malaysia believes that, given the apparent reach of terrorist organizations and the threat they pose to the collective peace, security, stability and economic well- being of all nations, only a concerted and unified effort will enable the international community to succeed in this important undertaking. Malaysia reiterates its commitment to comprehensively fight terrorism at the domestic, regional and international levels, in cooperation with all countries, in accordance with the norms and principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

18. “Malaysia is very appreciative of the support from all the countries of the Association of South-East Asian Nations, as well as positive responses from other countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Canada, Italy, Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the Republic of Korea, and from the European Commission. Malaysia also welcomes cooperation from other interested countries in organizing relevant training courses. The CTC may wish to examine the possibility of cooperating with the Centre. In conclusion, my delegation wishes to reiterate Malaysia's commitment to work with other States to effectively contain and rout the threat of terrorism.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

19. “Towards fulfilling that need, Malaysia has made an effort to establish the South-East Asia Regional Centre for Counter-Terrorism as a centre for training and capacity-building in the prevention of terrorist activities, the management of terrorism-related situations and the enhancement of public awareness about countering the threat of terrorism. Since its inception, the Centre has conducted and participated in various workshops, seminars and courses on terrorism to train and upgrade the capabilities of agencies and participants, both those from Malaysia and other interested parties.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

20. “We welcome the Committee's development of the Directory of Counter-Terrorism Information and Sources of Assistance, as well as the Assistance Matrix. We like the idea of not just Member States but also relevant organizations submitting information on international best practices, codes and standards relevant to the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and on assistance and guidance in implementing those best practices, codes and standards. No region in the world is spared from the scourge of terrorism. In preserving the peace and stability of the South-East Asian region, there is a need for solidarity and a united response to terrorism and terrorists' activities among regional countries.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

21. “Through these visits, it can bring to the attention of the Council the shortcomings in the implementation by Member States of resolution 1373 (2001), highlighting some of the successes and failures, as well as providing recommendations to improve the overall process. Malaysia cannot but further emphasize the importance of providing technical assistance to Member States to enhance their counter-terrorism capacity. We welcome the fact that this remains one of the fundamental commitments of the CTC. Raising national capabilities is not just a matter of transferring funding and know-how. It also requires permanently changing the priorities of the international community to ensure that Member States uphold their responsibilities and meet their commitments.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

22. “We urge the Committee to identify the reasons behind the delay and take appropriate steps to assist those States. We might also ask whether the delay could be attributed to the process being burdensome to Member States, thus leading to a case of "reporting fatigue". This might then merit an effort by the CTC to find new and creative ways of handling the question of reporting by Member States. We recognize that, in order for the Committee to be able to function effectively, visits by the CTC to Member States are essential. We note that the Committee has adopted general guidelines for conducting CTC visits to Member States.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

23. “As the establishment of the CTED was aimed at strengthening the CTC and providing it with additional tools and resources, we welcome the Committee's efforts to ensure the full operational status of the CTED, to maintain a close and cooperative relationship with the Executive Director and his staff and to further increase the Committee's capacity, including through enhanced cooperation with the Al Qaeda/Taliban sanctions Committee and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). I should like to inform the Council that Malaysia has fulfilled all its obligations as set out in paragraph 6 of Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). We submitted our fourth report on 17 September 2004 in response to the queries of the Committee. In that respect, we note the delay in the submission of reports by some Member States.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

24. “My delegation is encouraged by the reaffirmation that the Committee will intensify its efforts to monitor and promote the implementation by United Nations Member States of all aspects of resolution 1373 (2001), operating on the principles of cooperation, transparency and equal treatment. My delegation welcomes the Council's August 2004 endorsement of the organizational plan of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED). The stage has now been set for the implementation of the plan to make the new structure operational.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

25. “My delegation is pleased to address this public meeting of the Security Council. We welcome the report of the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CTC) on the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and the issuance of its work programme for its thirteenth 90-day period (S/2004/820, annex). We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Ambassador Andrey Denisov, Chairman of the Counter-Terrorism Committee, for his clear and comprehensive report and his presentation of the work programme, as well as for his personal commitment to the Committee's work. We also thank Mr. Javier Ruperez, Executive Director of the Counter- Terrorism Executive Directorate, for his presentation.”

    2004-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5059Resumption1 (2004) · source

26. “The continued plight and suffering of the Palestinian people remain a tragic embodiment of the consequences of the non-implementation of resolutions and the non-enforcement of the decisions of the Security Council. There are ways in which the Council can ensure compliance with its resolutions and decisions by Israel. Malaysia calls upon the Council to do so now to ensure that justice and the rule of law will prevail in the occupied Palestinian territory.”

    2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source

27. “Malaysia remains convinced that an independent and sovereign State of Palestine, with East Jerusalem as its capital, would be the best hope for lasting peace in the region, with both Israel and Palestine living peacefully, side by side, within secure and recognized borders. Malaysia reiterates its long-standing position that the Security Council must seriously consider approving the deployment of a United Nations peacekeeping force or the placement of an international monitoring mechanism in the occupied Palestinian territory to oversee the implementation of the road map. That would help create an environment of confidence for the speedy resuscitation of the road map. Israel must realize that a military solution is not the answer to the conflict. Both sides must return to the negotiating table and seek a political solution.”

    2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source

28. “The international community must prevail upon Israel to desist from continuing with its policy of collective punishment and acts of aggression against the Palestinians. In addition, the international community must render all necessary assistance to the Palestinian Authority to strengthen its security apparatus. Malaysia commends ongoing assistance by several countries towards this end. Malaysia, as Chairman of both the Non-Aligned Movement and the tenth Islamic Summit Conference, will continue to do its part by working with all relevant parties, including the Quartet and the Security Council, to bring about a just and durable peace in the Middle East.”

    2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source

29. “Similarly, Malaysia believes that the Council should condemn the excessive and indiscriminate use of force and physical destruction arising from broad military incursion and attacks by the Israeli occupying forces in the area of northern Gaza Strip, including in and around the Jabaliya refugee camp. We are saddened over the extensive human casualties and destruction, which has exacerbated the dire humanitarian situation in the area. These must be stopped immediately. The Security Council must exercise its role and responsibility in this regard. Malaysia urges members of the Quartet to play a more vigorous role and undertake all necessary measures to reverse such a situation. The road map must be resuscitated, and both parties should immediately implement their obligations under the road map.”

    2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source

30. “Mr. President, congratulations to you on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I also congratulate the Permanent Representative of Spain for his outstanding work as President last month. My delegation associates itself with the statement delivered earlier by the delegation of Tunisia on behalf of the Group of Arab States. My delegation considers that the question that is now before the Council bears great importance for the maintenance of peace and security in the Middle East region and the world at large. Malaysia is gravely concerned over the escalation of violence in Gaza over the past few days. The acts of violence and terror against civilians, including women, children and non-combatants, are unacceptable and deserve to be condemned by the Council.”

    2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source

31. “My delegation continues to value the close working relationship that we have established with the Committee and the Monitoring Team, especially at a time when there is a need for greater enhancement of cooperation in our common cause against terrorism.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

32. “The Center has a full schedule of activities to be conducted through 2004 and beyond, including workshops on capacity-building in combating terrorism and a course on fraudulent document detection. Malaysia remains fully committed to the struggle against terrorism. Our efforts to enhance our counter-terrorism capabilities under the auspices of the United Nations are complemented by the collective actions of our partners through multilateral organizations such as the Association of South-East Asian Nations, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the Commonwealth and the Non-Aligned Movement.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

33. “The Center primarily focuses on training and capacity building in prevention of terrorist activities and management of post-terrorism situations. These include actions against money-laundering and terrorist financing, border control, documentation and maintaining a database of terrorist activities. The Center has participated and conducted in various activities, workshops and seminars since its inception. These include the Seminar on Counter-Terrorism conducted in Langkawi, Malaysia in October 2003 in collaboration with Australian Government, and a course on financial underpinnings of terrorism in Southeast Asia, conducted in Kuala Lumpur in April 2004 in collaboration with the United States.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

34. “Such an approach includes national, regional and international efforts in identifying and addressing the root causes, undertaking strict and stern enforcement measures, undertaking psychological warfare programmes to counter the destructive influence of the extremists and terrorists, and providing training and expertise to officers and institutions involved in counter-terrorism activities. In line with our recognition that action to counter terrorism requires integrated efforts at the regional and international level, Malaysia established the South East Asia Regional Center for Counter Terrorism (SEARCCT) in July 2003. The establishment of SEARCCT has received endorsement from the thirty- sixth ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Phnom Penh in June 2003.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

35. “Terrorism feeds on many things: the use of force and foreign occupation, territory forcibly occupied, land wrongfully seized, homes bombed and bulldozed to rubble, ethnic cleansing, religious persecution, trampling of legitimate political aspiration, oppression, poverty, deprivation and, most of all, the absence of satisfactory avenues to seek redress. Malaysia strongly believes that it is absolutely essential that curative approaches in dealing with terrorism be prescribed. The root causes of terrorism must be addressed. The challenges facing the international community in combating terrorism require a multipronged and multidimensional approach.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

36. “In many parts of the world, a central challenge remains the eradication of poverty and underdevelopment, which constitute a serious threat to peace and security. To this end the campaign against terrorism should also take into account the poor of the world, who require resources to extricate themselves from their poverty and underdevelopment, Terrorists take advantage of the sense of despair and the frustration that arise when people are forced to live without hope and without freedom. Terrorists also capitalize on situations where States violate human rights during their counter-terrorism operations.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

37. “A large amount of assets has been frozen, although there is still a need for continuous updating based on the Al Qaeda modus operandi for raising and transferring money. The Monitoring Team has also identified similar needs to improve the travel ban and the arms embargo to reflect current Al Qaeda methodology. In this regard, Malaysia stands ready to implement new measures within its means so that international efforts to combat terrorism can be carried out in an impartial and objective manner, in accordance with the principles of international law. It is essential to bear in mind that combating terrorism is one of a number of often interrelated priority tasks of this Organization.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

38. “Malaysia believes that a universally accepted definition of terrorism is important to enable the international community to take concerted and effective action against those who have been defined as terrorists. Listing designated individuals, groups and entities in the Consolidated List as a result of the absence of such definition has resulted in the list losing its credibility and operational value. It is imperative for the Monitoring Team to update the List in terms of its relevance and accuracy, with the full cooperation of Member States, including the delisting of people as appropriate. It is encouraging to note that sanctions against the financing of terrorism have had some effect.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

39. “We also hope that cooperation between the 1267 Committee and the Counter-Terrorism Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) will continue to improve so that the problem of apparent overlap with the reporting requirements of the Counter-Terrorism Committee can be overcome. We are satisfied that the Committee's Chairman, Ambassador Mufioz, and the Monitoring Team plan to continue their field visits and dialogue with Member States. The Monitoring Team recently visited Malaysia. In our assessment, it was a good Visit. The Malaysian authorities gave their fullest cooperation. We look forward to continuing the dialogue and to further cooperating with the Team and the Committee in our common endeavour against terrorism. My delegation remains concerned that there is yet to be an internationally agreed definition of terrorism.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

40. “In that regard, we have taken note of the recommendations and proposals that could be implemented by Member States to improve further the efforts to combat terrorism. With regard to the great variation in the quality of reports submitted by Member States, my delegation looks forward to a more focused questionnaire that could help in the standardization of reports and in the easier preparation of the reports. We hope for improved coordination between the Monitoring Team and the Committee with a view to enhancing its performance and helping the Team to continue and improve its analytical reporting to the Security Council.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

41. “Malaysia categorically condemns all acts of terrorism and remains convinced that terrorism is never justifiable, irrespective of its motivations and objectives or its forms and manifestations. My delegation appreciates the efforts of and the role played by the 1267 Committee in combating terrorism, in particular through the sanctions regime that it has elaborated. That regime constitutes an important instrument in our common struggle against terrorism. We also appreciate the Monitoring Team's first report on the implementation of measures by States and its recommendations on ways to make those measures more effective and on new measures for consideration by the Security Council.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

42. “My delegation is pleased to address this timely public meeting of the Security Council. We welcome the first report of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1526 (2004) and express our sincere appreciation to the Monitoring Team. We also congratulate Ambassador Heraldo Munoz, Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al Qaeda and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, for his clear and comprehensive presentation of the report and his personal commitment towards the Committee's work. I should like to convey the deepest sympathies of my delegation to the families of the victims and to all those injured or affected by the heinous crimes of terrorism that recently occurred in Russia and Jakarta.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

43. “It is thus essential for the international community to allow sufficient time for the Timorese to acquire the necessary skills and experience, especially in the core functions in which local expertise is still lacking. Malaysia has provided some training in human resources development in a number of areas. We stand ready to further cooperate with the Government of Timor-Leste. As a neighbouring country, Malaysia reiterates its commitment to the nation-building process and to the development of Timor-Leste. We have offered assistance bilaterally and will continue to explore new areas of assistance with the Government of Timor- Leste. We continue to fully support the activities of the United Nations in Timor-Leste, as well as the efforts of the Government and the people of that country.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

44. “We note the observation made by the Secretary-General that much remains to be accomplished during the remaining months of UNMISET's mandate. It is clear that continued international assistance is required and that, as the Secretary General has pointed out in his report, "Complementary bilateral efforts to strengthen Timorese public administration, law enforcement agencies and armed forces are essential for Timorese counterparts to achieve the necessary capability in an orderly and sustainable manner". (Ibid., para. 46) In ensuring effective implementation of the laws promulgated for the establishment of the national security institutions, for instance, it is noted that there is still a significant requirement for financial and human resources.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

45. “My delegation is also encouraged by the continued effort by both Timor-Leste and Indonesia to delineate the land border between them. We hope that the discussions and contacts between the two countries will lead to a final agreement on their land border and better management of the border area in order to further enhance bilateral relations and cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. We also note the statements made by the Permanent Representative of Timor-Leste and the Permanent Representative of Indonesia on other efforts that have been carried out between the two countries to continue to improve bilateral relations, and we support these. The Secretary-General has reported to the Council his assessment of the progress achieved by UNMISET and the challenges faced by the United Nations in Timor-Leste.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

46. “These advances could not have been achieved without the full commitment, determination and strong resolve of the country's leadership and the support of the people of Timor-Leste in general. It is encouraging to note that the next round of negotiations between Timor-Leste and Australia on the sharing of petroleum and natural gas resources in the region will be held next month, in September. We wish for success in those negotiations so that they may provide the people of Timor-Leste with the opportunity to enhance the effectiveness of State institutions, sustain stability and help improve socio-economic conditions. In this regard, my delegation hopes that both parties would redouble their efforts so as to come to an early and mutually beneficial conclusion on this issue.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

47. “At the same time, we note the Secretary-General's point that "pending sufficient national income generation, the development of sustainable national institutions will continue to be dependant on international assistance" (5/2004/669, para. 2). This is indeed an important point for the international community, including the Security Council, to note. Malaysia will do its utmost within its capacity to contribute towards assisting the laudable efforts of the Government and people of Timor-Leste to achieve further progress. We are encouraged by the adoption of important legislation to establish the legal and institutional frameworks as well as the continued efforts in promoting a culture of free political dialogue and resolution of bilateral issues.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

48. “We note in particular the support given for the public administration and justice system and for justice in the area of serious crimes, the support to the development of law enforcement and the support for the security and stability of Timor-Leste. The Secretary-General has reported that progress achieved thus far has permitted a downsizing in the international presence on the ground. In this regard, it is encouraging for my delegation to note that the Government of Timor-Leste has taken several important steps towards reaching self-sufficiency and that it has formally assumed responsibility for internal and external security as of 20 May 2004.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

49. “Sukehiro Hasegawa, the former Special Representative, Mr. Kamalesh Sharma, and members of the civilian, military and police components of UNMISET for their dedication and invaluable contribution to the process of nation-building in Timor-Leste. I am pleased to note that the activities carried out by the United Nations and, in particular, the contributions made by UNMISET have continued to provide a window of opportunity for progress in Timor-Leste. The United Nations has played an important role in providing security and facilitating the country's emergence from conflict. It has helped to nurture the development of political, economic, social, legal and judicial institutions.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source

50. “Mr. President, I offer my sincere congratulations to you on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and to the distinguished Permanent Representative of Romania for his stewardship of the Council last month. My delegation is pleased to address the Security Council on the situation in Timor-Leste three months after the adoption of Security Council resolution 1543 (2004). We express our sincere appreciation to the Secretary-General for his progress report (S/2004/669) on the activities of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), and to the Assistant Secretary-General, Mr. Hedi Annabi, for his clear and comprehensive presentation of his report and briefing this morning. We commend the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr.”

    2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source