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  1. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.45 pm.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

  2. “To conclude, I wish to briefly refer to something I believe is important when it comes to the spirit that should guide us through this mission in Haiti. Fifty years ago today, not far from here, in Washington, DC, on 28 August 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr., gave that memorable speech where he spoke about his dream. "I have a dream" are the words he used. To conclude, I would like to read a very short part of that speech. "I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together." I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to the representative of Haiti.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source

  3. “Lastly, I wish to conclude by highlighting Argentina's interest in continuing to participate in the efforts of the international community in the interest of peace and security. In that context, I wish to highlight a particular commitment we naturally have in our region of Latin America and the Caribbean. For us, Haiti is part of our region. My presence here today is intended to demonstrate the special interest we, as Argentina, have in the region, with all of our mechanisms of integration. I hope that Haiti will find its path as an autonomous nation, one in which it can deploy its full potential. We are doubly committed to the United Nations through the Security Council because of what the Stabilization Mission means, and we are also committed as Latin American brethren.”

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  4. “Beyond our bilateral commitment towards Haiti and the efforts Argentina is promoting through regional organizations such as UNASUR, I wish to remind everyone that our commitment is also demonstrated by the presence of more than 572 personnel, 38 of whom are women. Since 2004, when MINUSTAH was established, Argentina, through its armed forces, has mobilized more than 12,000 personnel who have been present in various contingents within Haiti. In that military component, we wish to highlight the existence of the field hospital, which is a resource for health care and hospital assistance for the entire United Nations contingent, and highly valued by the entire mission.”

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  5. “In that sense, we understand that all missions need to have time tables and dates, but a day on a calendar does not always represent the whole day. A day on a calendar is just a number on the calendar. Bearing in mind that it might be cloudy, or there are chances of storms or rain, let such days serve as a warning, The forecast for the day might be rain, showers or even storms, but that forecast might also be sunny, with clear skies. We believe and are convinced that MINUSTAH should not only set a date but also a forecast and that forecast should be one when the sun starts coming out for the entire people of Haiti, a sun that represents hope, ensures sustainable development, harmonious development with respect for institutions, economic development and the full and legitimate enjoyment of democracy.”

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  6. “If the conditions of those two variables are not met, we run the risk of a vicious cycle, which could extend the presence of MINUSTAH, with a further risk of the situation deteriorating. Argentina supports the continued presence of MINUSTAH, as long as it is required by local authorities and is justified by the prevailing security situation and the requirements for reconstruction. For that reason, we wish to highlight that our country supports the Mission consolidation plan for 2013-2016, and we share the objectives to reduce MINUSTAH forces in accordance with the proposal in the plan, based on improvements in capacity-building among the police, the development of electoral capacity, the rule of law, human rights and good governance.”

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  7. “As a result, the efforts of countries that are members of the Mission should from now on be focused on specific actions aimed at developing a training programme for Haitian security forces, thereby strengthening the Haitian National Police, which is key when it comes to the process of genuinely reducing the number of personnel in MINUSTAH. A gradual and orderly transfer of the responsibility for ensuring security to the Haitian authorities must be achieved. Continuing with the current trend of progress in security and gradually strengthening the capacity of the Haitian National Police are complex variables on which compliance with the guidelines established by the Mission consolidation plan depend to a great degree.”

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  8. “From that point of View, we can highlight that MINUSTAH has reached its objective of creating a secure and stable environment, but it remains to be seen if that will be sustainable. The Haitian National Police has shown significant progress, both in the number and training of cadets. We applaud the fact that, by November, the Haitian police force will be over 11,200 strong. However, we stress the need to be cautious when subcontracting civilian personnel to fulfil security roles. In such cases, the responsibility of ensuring competence always lies with the State.”

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  9. “I would like also to highlight positive developments in the judiciary with reference to several long-standing cases of severe violations of human rights. There has been progress in the strategic development plan in accordance with the priorities for economic and social development established by the Government of the Republic of Haiti. Haiti has also played a remarkable role as the temporary chair of the Caribbean Community and Common Market. We appeal for the continued efforts of Haitian political actors to reach consensus, which could lead to the long-postponed elections, thereby overcoming the political impasse. During this period, the security situation has shown relative stability, with some clear indications of a drop in crime rates.”

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  10. “There should be no reduction in the number of democratic institutions for the Haitian people. A reduction in the number of displaced people living in camps, after the relocation of more than 34,000 people, has brought about an 82 per cent decline in internally displaced persons between 2010 and 2013. However, we are concerned about the decline in international assistance and lapses in basic services, especially drinking water, which is crucial in order to overcome the spread of cholera. On efforts by the Haitian Government to promote development and institutional stability, especially the "five Es" programme, we would like to point to the establishment of institutions linked to the rule of law, especially programmes to strengthen justice, municipal administration and civic participation.”

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  11. “Together with coordination efforts for health care between the Governments of Cuba, Venezuela and Haiti, this initiative resulted in the repair and expansion of the community hospital. We believe that it is essential to respond to the social and economic development needs of the Haitian people and to strengthen institutions in that country. We note with satisfaction, therefore, new signs of progress in Haiti, thanks to the efforts of its Government, international assistance and the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti, in particular the establishment of the transitional Electoral Council. The decision taken yesterday by the President of Haiti to send to the legislature an electoral time line was auspicious. We are convinced that, with functioning institutions that can ensure democracy, Haiti's problems would be resolved faster.”

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  12. “We have demonstrated that in actions such as support for the national programme for school canteens, in response to the specific needs of Haitian authorities for food donations, while at the same time cooperating with the project itself. Argentina's commitment is also reflected in the broader context of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, which has resolved to continue making efforts to cooperate with the Government of Haiti. I wish to highlight the activities of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR), which committed funds to rehabilitate the public hospital in Corail, in the southernmost area of Haiti. That hospital bears the name of President Nestor Kirchner, the first Secretary- General of UNASUR. Measuring more than 1,200 square metres, it was inaugurated in June 2013.”

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  13. “That commitment is based on several pillars, but essentially on a vision of South-South cooperation through a considerable effort in human and financial terms in more than 200 projects, which are not based on assistance and which have as a central focus the development of capacity among Haitians themselves. It is only in that way that we can ensure true sustainability to support the development of our brother country. In that context, we mention as an example the market garden programme Pro Huerta, which has meant investment in technical assessment and agricultural supplies, both of which essentially make it possible for Haitians to generate their own productive capacity. That does not mean that we are neglecting essential emergency needs.”

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  14. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Argentina. On behalf of the Government of Argentina, I wish to welcome the appointment of Ambassador Sandra Honore, while also highlighting the fact that she is the first woman to be appointed Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Haiti and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). I again reaffirm the commitment and the firm will of Argentina to support the people of Haiti. The cooperation of our country has always adapted to the needs stated by the Government of Haiti and the real challenges on the ground in that country. The presence ofArgentina is characterized by strong emphasis on the consolidation of Haitian institutions, respect for human rights and the people's full enjoyment of democracy.”

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  15. “Sandra Honore, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti, to participate in this meeting. Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite His Excellency Mr. Ioannis Vrailas, Deputy Head of the delegation of the European Union to the United Nations, to participate in this meeting. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2013/493, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti. I now give the floor to Ms. Honore.”

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  16. “I should like, at the outset of the meeting, to extend, on behalf of the Council, a warm welcome to the new Permanent Representative of the People's Republic of China to the United Nations, His Excellency Mr. Liu Jieyi, who will join us for today's meeting. We very much look forward to collaborating closely with him. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The question concerning Haiti Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (S/2013/493) The President (spoke in Spanish): In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Haiti, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and Uruguay to participate in this meeting. Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms.”

    2013-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7024 (2013) · source