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“Thirdly, we wish to highlight the importance of public meetings and the usefulness of open debates, which promote greater participation of non-members of the Council, with measures that include ensuring that Member States are given enough time to prepare useful contributions; increasing interactivity, by inviting non-Council members to alternate their statements with those of Council members; and promoting more focused contributions, for instance through the preparation of concept notes and, where possible, following up on relevant contributions made by participants after the holding of an open debate. In that respect, I would recall that four open debates were held under the presidency of Guatemala, in October.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“We support an informal process in which all Council members participate that is efficient, transparent and inclusive and that would facilitate the exchange of information on the work done by subsidiary organs. We believe that recently elected members must be consulted immediately following their election. The Informal Working Group is considering proposals to that end, and we trust that it will be possible to approve as soon as possible a President's note on that issue.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Presidential note 507 provides us with a number of measures, including the possibility of reviewing certain paragraphs in the light of the criteria that we are continuing to elaborate in terms of spacing out mandate renewals, grouping meetings by theme and streamlining requests for reports. Secondly, we would as a priority continue to improve the interaction between the chairs of subsidiary bodies, that is, Committees and informal working groups, with all Member States. In particular, we deem necessary the development of a mechanism for interaction with those Member States that are to hold such chairmanships, particularly those that are joining the Council for the first time, so that they not only have the opportunity to voice their preferences but are also enabled better to prepare for their roles and work.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“That is a specific measure that we support, as it benefits Council Presidents, experts negotiating draft resolutions and the Secretariat itself. We trust that this exercise will continue to be implemented in an orderly and well-planned fashion. We believe that to that end greater account must be taken of the work done by other bodies, such as the Fifth Committee of the General Assembly, in considering budget adoptions for peacekeeping operations. Regarding requests for reports, we heard what the Secretariat said about wanting more specific requests, particularly with respect to the spacing, content and scope of reports.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“I should mention that I will be guided by the concept note, insofar as I shall not revisit the great number of items that we have discussed in the past - and will continue to discuss - under the rubric of working methods of the Council. First, I should like to mention the importance that we attach to the regular consideration of the items on the Council's agenda. In that connection, I should like thank the Secretariat for the broad perspective encompassed by document published on 1 November on the mandates and publication cycles of Security Council reports. The practices of spacing the renewal of mandates, grouping meetings by theme and streamlining requests for reports are not only common sense; they have also demonstrated their utility.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“We acknowledge the progress that has been made with regard to some of the Council's practices, as well as in connection with improving new measures set out in presidential note 507 (S/2010/507) and subsequent such notes. In that regard, the progress made in the Informal Working Group this year and the measures that have been adopted to improve internal aspects of the Council's work, including the establishment of a new web page in the six official languages, are all commendable. Nevertheless, we believe that there is still room for improvement. In that connection, I should like to highlight some practices that we believe should be improved or more systematically carried out.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“Mr. Rosenthal (Guatemala) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me to begin by thanking you, Mr. President, for convening this open debate on the issue of the Council's working methods. I would also like to thank you for the concept note you have circulated to inform our debate (S/2012/853, annex). We trust that our deliberations will make it possible to renew the commitment to continue to move forward with improving the efficiency, transparency and interactivity of the Security Council. I would also like especially to thank the Permanent Representative of Portugal for his statement and for his work as Chair of the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions.”
2012-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6870 (2012) · source
“The Security Council would have a greater impact on the fight against piracy if it could succeed in adopting forceful measures to limit the capacity of leaders who finance and instigate piracy.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“We are concerned, for instance, that a significant gap still exists in land-based programmes in Somalia to address piracy, as noted in the Secretary-General's report (S/2012/783). In the specific case of Somalia, we believe that the time has come to strengthen the capacities of both Somalia and neighbouring countries in funding and capacity-building. We also believe it is important for Somalia to proclaim an exclusive economic zone off its coast, as provided for by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Finally, although the attacks and kidnappings committed by pirates have decreased, as has their income, we are deeply concerned that parallel illegal activities sponsored by pirate financing continue to threaten the stability and security of States.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“Achieving the swift and appropriate prosecution of those suspected of acts of piracy and ensuring their imprisonment following trial is essential to preventing impunity and deterring further attacks. We fully support the strengthening of United Nations assistance to the States of the region to build their capacities to prosecute and imprison pirates. The United Nations should focus its efforts on the following key elements: legislative reform, capacity-building in prosecuting and processing piracy cases, effective law enforcement, and improving prison infrastructure in the States of the region, in particular Somalia. We share the View expressed in the concept note prepared for this debate that a comprehensive approach is needed to combat piracy, and that we must address the underlying causes of this phenomenon to eradicate it.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“The United Nations agencies in the region, in particular the United Nations Office for West Africa, the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Maritime Organization, should play an important role in regional efforts to combat piracy and address issues related to terrorism, illicit drug trafficking and arms proliferation, which together conspire to destabilize the region. It is regrettable that most cases of piracy and armed robbery go unpunished, due in large part to the inadequate legal and practical processes in place for their prosecution. We support the more active use of international legal instruments to ensure the safety of navigation and the improvement of legal regulation in this area, taking into account the unique characteristics of the situation.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“That is why the fight against piracy must become a truly concerted effort, wide-ranging and transnational in nature. We are certain that only full cooperation between the United Nations, the countries affected, the relevant international organizations and the private sector will bring about successful results. We are well aware that no country can tackle piracy by itself and that in recent years the phenomenon has reached a global scale, particularly affecting the Gulf of Aden and more recently the Gulf of Guinea. The United Nations should help mobilize resources.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“They make navigation unsafe, hinder the supply of international humanitarian assistance to countries such as Somalia, and harm international trade, causing substantial economic losses to many States. It therefore becomes imperative for us to act decisively to combat this worrisome trend. For the past few years this issue has been on the agenda of the Security Council, which has already taken steps to address the challenge. Its decisions, consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, create a legal basis for safety measures for navigation in various regions and send a powerful signal to Member States on the importance of a committed response to piracy. It is important that Security Council resolutions respect existing international law.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“Mr. Rosenthal (Guatemala) (spoke in Spanish): We would first like to thank the delegation of India for its initiative in convening this timely open debate on maritime piracy, which is a major challenge for the international community. We also express our appreciation to the delegation of India for presenting a concept note on the subject (S/2012/814, annex). And we thank Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson for his introductory remarks on the issue before the Council today. It is interesting that the international community must not only face new challenges to international security, but also has to deal with one of the challenges that have plagued our ancestors for centuries, namely, piracy. Piracy and armed robbery at sea are a serious threat to the lives of the personnel and passengers aboard ships.”
2012-11-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6865 (2012) · source
“Resolution 1977 (2011) contains clear criteria for the selection of experts. It is important to meet those criteria in order to ensure the legitimacy of the 1540 Committee. To conclude, over the past decade the role of the Security Council in combating terrorism has quickly grown and evolved. Guatemala trusts that the subsidiary bodies of the Council will continue to promote cooperation among Member States and to assist them in overcoming obstacles to implementation of the relevant Council resolutions. In addition to enjoying our gratitude, the Permanent Representatives of Germany, India and South Africa can also rely on our full support for their work.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“Without the support provided by the experts to Member States, in particular the developing States, it would be very difficult for many of them to develop action plans, submit national reports and progress on measures necessary to implement resolution 1540 (2004). In that respect, we welcome the fact that the issue of the selection of experts was resolved with the adoption in June of resolution 2055 (2012). Six experts are already working, and we trust that the remaining three will soon begin to do so. In that context, we reiterate our position on the criteria for the selection of experts under resolution 1977 (2011). In particular, we highlight the need for broad geographical representation to meet the legitimate expectations of the international community for equitable and fair representation.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“The Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) has proven itselfto be a crucial mechanism in strengthening support and assistance to Member States in promoting and continuing to develop their capacities to counter such threats. Guatemala acknowledges and commends that work. With respect to assistance and capacity-building, we welcome the organization of a number of regional workshops, seminars and round tables by various Member States. As for the role of the group of experts of the 1540 Committee, its work as set forth in resolution 1977 (2011) is of paramount importance.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“Likewise, we believe that the Committee must continue its work as far as possible in close cooperation with the other such international organizations as the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, so as to avoid the duplication of efforts. We take note of the Committee's programme of work and welcome the steps taken to ensure that the work of the Committee is more systematic. We particularly welcome the emphasis on cooperation between the Committee and international organizations, including the Security Council committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) and 1373 (2001). We believe it is important to pursue those efforts.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“It is particularly important for there to be even greater emphasis on the conditions that can provide a breeding ground for terrorism and its propagation. We believe that the effectiveness of our counter-terrorism efforts depends upon our ability to successfully tackle the economic, social and political conditions that often fuel terrorism. With regard to non-proliferation, we commend the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) for the work it has carried out, in particular regarding the provision of assistance, cooperation and outreach activities. We believe that the Committee and its group of experts must continue to promote the further intensification of activities by the international community in order to combat the risks and threats of proliferation.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“We now have a revised version that will help us in our task and reduce "report fatigue" that many Member States face. It will also allow for more detailed recording of information provided for follow-up and evaluation. The Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate deserves a special word of praise for the contribution it makes in helping States to stay up to date with the evolving risks and threats posed by terrorist acts, in identifying shortcomings and gaps regarding their obligations under resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005), and in proposing new practical means to ensure that those resolutions are fully implemented. We also encourage the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate to continue its capacity-building activities and providing technical assistance mechanisms to those countries that request it.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“We would also like there to be greater access to information with regard to the reasons leading to the addition of a person or institution to the list. We also welcome the frank and extensive exchange ofviews that the Committee held with Mr. Ben Emerson, Special Rapporteur for the Human Rights Council on the protection and promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms in the fight against terrorism. The recommendations contained in his report are still being carefully scrutinized, but they will surely provide input for our deliberations on strengthening the mandate of the Ombudsperson. With regard to the Counter-Terrorism Committee, we believe that for us to continue to make progress, we have to continue with the preliminary assessments regarding the implementation ofresolution 1373 (2001).”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“We await with interest the forthcoming negotiations on the renewal of the mandate of the Committee, which will provide an opportunity to improve and strengthen the credibility of the sanctions regime. That brings me to the work of the Ombudsperson, whom I should like to congratulate. We wish to voice our great admiration and respect for the independence, professionalism and courage with which the Ombudsperson has carried out her work. Reassured by that experience, we are interested in specific proposals to strengthen the mandate of the Ombudsperson. We look favourably on the document prepared by several delegations addressed to the Council (S/2012/805). We would be particularly interested to see the mandate of the Ombudsperson broadened to cover all sanctions Committees.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“That exercise reaffirmed both that we all share the same goal and the particular importance for the three subsidiary bodies of the Security Council continuing their close cooperation with the Counter- Terrorism Implementation Task Force and its working groups. With regard to the work of the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999) and 1989 (2011), we welcome the improvements effected by the Committee regarding procedural guarantees and the consideration of applications for listing and delisting. However, that remains a work in progress and much remains to be done. We trust that we will find a path by which to harmonize political processes with legal standards.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“Mr. Rosenthal (Guatemala) (spoke in Spanish): I wish, at the outset, to thank Ambassadors Peter Wittig, Hardeep Singh Puri and Baso Sangqu for their informative briefings and the great skill and dedication with which they guide the subsidiary bodies of the Security Council under their respective leadership. Such joint meetings as this are very useful in considering terrorist threats from a broader perspective. They also contribute to the strengthening of coordination and coherence of actions throughout the system. This year, the General Assembly carried out the third review of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy.”
2012-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6862 (2012) · source
“We believe that it is necessary to take the necessary measures and to step up international cooperation in order to bring an end to impunity and to ensure that those responsible for atrocious crimes be brought to justice. We believe that cooperation is key if the Council is to be able to support its own decisions and to provide a follow-up to its referrals to the Court.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“As for the investigations on other crimes committed in Libya, we believe it important for the investigations of human rights violations and crimes against humanity in Libya, regardless of their perpetrators, to continue. We are extremely concerned by the gender crimes that took place during the conflict, and we hope that the investigations ofthose crimes can help to deliverjustice to the victims of such serious offenses. Lastly, and as expressed by our Minister for Foreign Affairs in the open debate on 17 October under the Guatemalan presidency of the Security Council (see S/PV.6849), we reiterate our support for and commitment to the International Criminal Court and the Office of the Prosecutor.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“We appreciate the work done thus far by the Office of the Prosecutor of the Court, but we also see the involvement of the Libyan authorities in the process and their interest in it as a positive sign. We eagerly await the decision that the Court will take on the challenge presented by the Government of Libya on the admissibility of the case against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi. We believe that this situation will make it possible to determine the impartiality, independence and capacity of the Libyan judicial system to respond to those challenges. In any case, whatever the ultimate decision of the Court will be on the admissibility ofthis case, we agree with Ms. Bensouda that the Office of the Prosecutor must remain informed on all the steps and decisions that are taken on that matter.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“We therefore believe that it is extremely important to maintain our cooperation with the International Criminal Court and the Office of the Prosecutor. It is crucial that those entities receive the necessary support and assistance from all States, including those that are still not party to the Rome Statute. Similarly, we believe that the Libyan authorities have an obligation to respect the work of the Court and the Office of the Prosecutor. To that end, we must ensure that they will be able to work without hindrance or restriction. Those assurances are all the more important given the incident involving several Court officials who were detained by the Libyan authorities while on an official mission.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“Mr. Rosenthal (Guatemala) (spoke in Spanish): We thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this important briefing, and we welcome the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Ms. Fatou Bensouda, to the Council. We are grateful for the presentation of the fourth report to the Security Council, in accordance with resolution 1970 (2011), as well as for the additional information shared with us today. In the context of Libya's complex transitional process, we welcome the progress made by the Office of the Prosecutor in the cases against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi. We trust that, as the transitional process advances, stronger institutions will develop that will allow Libya to forge a State that guarantees human rights, the rule of law and the end of impunity.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6855 (2012) · source
“We believe that the Security Council should continue to lend its firm support to the African Union Mission in Somalia and are pleased that the United Nations logistical support package has been extended. We look forward with interest to the assessment of United Nations and AMISOM. activities in Somalia, which is of utmost importance in resolving the variety ofissues that have arisen.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6854 (2012) · source
“Mr. Rosenthal (Guatemala) (spoke in Spanish): Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on India's assumption of the presidency of the Council. I wish you every success in your work. Our delegation voted in favour of resolution 2073 (2012) because we consider it essential for the Security Council to maintain its unanimous support for Somalia, a country that has undergone historic changes in recent months. We should, however, have preferred a resolution that had addressed all the pertinent facts affecting the mandate of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), rather than provide a temporary extension that selectively addresses certain themes and postpones the consideration of others. We regret, for instance, the fact that the resolution does not include the AMISOM. maritime component.”
2012-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6854 (2012) · source
“The one thing we have discovered is that a world without Internet and electronic communications does not work. I once again thank participants for their attendance. The meeting rose at 3.45 pm.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6853 (2012) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. Before concluding, I would like very much to thank everyone for their goodwill in attending this very special meeting. I am also grateful for the support we received in the course of our presidency. Our presidency has doubly been a victim of this week's events, which not only frustrated plans for the end of our presidency but also affected our Permanent Mission and my own residence, which are located in an area where there is no electricity, water, Internet service or anything else. That is the reason I am here in battle fatigues today. We are endeavouring to resolve the situation at our Mission in order to regain a modicum of acceptable operations.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6853 (2012) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2012/792, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by Show ofhands. In favour: Azerbaijan, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Guatemala, India, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Russian Federation, South Africa, Togo, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (spoke in Spanish): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2072 (2012).”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6853 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council requests the Secretary- General in his next annual report to give an update on the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) to include, inter alia, achievements, gaps and challenges to the implementation of the resolution, as well as this statement of its President." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2012/23. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose 6113.35 pm.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council notes that the fight against impunity for the most serious crimes of international concern committed against women and girls has been strengthened through the work of the International Criminal Court, ad hoc and mixed tribunals, as well as specialized chambers in national tribunals. The Council reiterates its intention to continue forcefully to fight impunity and uphold accountability with appropriate means. "The Security Council draws attention to the importance of a comprehensive approach to transitional justice in armed conflict and post- conflict situations, encompassing the full range of judicial and non-judicial measures, as appropriate.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council stresses the need for continued efforts to address obstacles to women's access to justice in conflict and post-conflict settings, including through gender-responsive legal, judicial and security sector reform and other mechanisms. "The Security Council reiterates its strong condemnation of all violations of applicable international law committed against women and girls, including sexual and gender-based violence and killing and maiming, in armed conflict and post-conflict situations and urges the complete cessation by all parties of such acts with immediate effect. The Security Council also urges Member States to bring to justice those responsible for crimes of this nature.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“The Council encourages concerned Member States conducting these electoral processes to continue their efforts, with support from United Nations entities, to address the gender dimension in all phases of electoral processes, noting that specific attention must be paid to women's safety prior to, and during, elections. "The Security Council underscores the need for Member States in post-conflict situations, in consultation with, inter alia, civil society, including women's organizations, to address the specific requirements and priorities of women and girls in their national strategies to improve their socioeconomic conditions, participation in income-generating activities, and their access to education and basic services.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“The Security Council acknowledges that the human rights of women and girls are at particular risk during armed conflict and post-conflict situations, and notes that civil society members working on women's human rights issues may be targeted in a number of these situations. The Council urges concerned Member States to pay special attention to addressing these risks. "The Security Council stresses the importance of assisting Member States in promoting women's full and equal participation in post-conflict electoral processes and constitutional reform.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council recognizes the important engagement of men and boys as partners in promoting women's participation in the prevention and resolution of armed conflict, peacebuilding and post-conflict situations. "The Security Council welcomes the Secretary-General's call upon his Special Envoys and mediators, as well his senior representatives in United Nations mission context, to regularly consult with civil society, including women's organizations, as well as with women and girls from affected communities, enabling them to actively engage in all stages of peace processes. "The Security Council stresses the importance of promoting and protecting the human rights of women and girls in the context of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and other relevant Security Council resolutions.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council takes note of the important role that civil society, including women's organizations, can play in the prevention and resolution of armed conflict, peacebuilding and post-conflict situations, and encourages the international community, regional organizations and concerned Member States to promote their active engagement and effective participation in a variety of roles, as appropriate, with a view to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). "The Council welcomes the efforts of Member States to implement resolution 1325 (2000) at the national level, including the development of national action plans or other national-level strategies, and encourages Member States to continue to pursue such implementation.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“In this regard, the Security Council underlines the need for continued, appropriate and regular training for Gender Advisers. "The Security Council reiterates its call to deploy Women Protection Advisers to peacekeeping missions. The Council stresses the need to ensure that gains made in the protection and promotion of women's and girls' rights and empowerment are sustained during United Nations mission drawdown and transitions.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council recognizes the need for more systematic attention to the implementation of women peace and security commitments in its own work to ensure the enhancement of women's engagement in conflict prevention, resolution and peacebuilding and to continue to integrate appropriate gender perspectives into the mandates of relevant United Nations peacekeeping missions, as well as in other relevant thematic areas of peace and security. "The Security Council welcomes the contribution of Gender Advisers to the implementation of resolutions on women and peace and security by providing training and awareness- raising to United Nations peacekeepers and assisting in capacity-building activities of national Governments, as well as those of civil society.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“The Council notes with satisfaction the increased coordination and coherence in policy and programming for women and girls within the United Nations system, welcoming efforts to avoid duplication and overlap since the creation of UN Women. "The Security Council recognizes the contributions of civil society, including women's organizations, through informal interactions with members of the Council at Headquarters and during Council field missions.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council takes note of the report of the Secretary-General on women and peace and security (8/2012/732) for the purpose of implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), and particularly welcomes its call for enhanced participation, representation and involvement of women in the prevention and resolution of armed conflict and in peacebuilding, as well as a stronger commitment to addressing challenges to such engagement of women at all levels. "The Security Council welcomes the role of UN Women in contributing to the implementation of resolutions on women and peace and security. The Council welcomes briefings by the Under- Secretary-General/Executive Director of UN Women.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council urges all parties to fully comply with their obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women of 1979 and the Optional Protocol thereto of 1999 and strongly encourages States that have not ratified or acceded to the Convention and Optional Protocol to consider doing so. "The Security Council underlines the primary role of national Governments affected by armed conflict to enhance the participation of women in the prevention and resolution of conflict and in peacebuilding within the framework of the women, peace and security agenda. The Council further stresses that United Nations entities should continue to support and supplement, as appropriate, efforts of national Governments in the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“I wish to draw Council members' attention to document S/2012/732, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on women and peace and security, and to document S/2012/774, which contains a letter dated 2 October 2012 from the Permanent Representative of Guatemala to the United Nations addressed to the Secretary- General. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. After consultations among Council members, I have been authorized to make the following statement on their behalf: "The Security Council reaffirms its commitments to the full and effective implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000), 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009), 1889 (2009), and 1960 (2010), and recalls all statements of its President on women and peace and security as reiterating the Council's commitments.”
2012-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6852 (2012) · source
“The Security Council recalls that the Congolese Government bears the primary responsibility for ensuring security in its territory and protecting its civilians. The Security Council recalls the importance of close consultations with troop- and police-contributing countries." This statement will be issued as a document of the Council under the symbol S/PRST/2012/22. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 4.30pm”
2012-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6850 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council expresses its full support to MONUSCO and commends the active measures it has taken to implement its mandate in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially protecting civilians, and encourages the continuation of these efforts. The Security Council requests the Secretary-General to present to the Security Council a special report on possible options, and their implications, for reinforcing the ability of MONUSCO to implement its mandate, including to protect civilians and report on flows of arms and related materiel across borders of eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, focusing in particular on force multipliers. It calls on all parties to cooperate fully with the Mission and reiterates its condemnation of any attacks on its peacekeepers.”
2012-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6850 (2012) · source
“"The Security Council expresses its full support to the United Nations Group of Experts of the 1533 Committee and calls for enhanced cooperation between all States, particularly those in the region, and the Group of Experts, encourages further that all parties and all States ensure cooperation with the Group of Experts by individuals and entities within their jurisdiction or under their control and reiterates its demand that all parties and all States ensure the safety of its members, and unhindered and immediate access, in particular to persons, documents and sites the Group of Experts deems relevant to the execution of its mandate.”
2012-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6850 (2012) · source