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first: 2009-02-09
most recent: 2010-12-22
sittings or episodes: 117
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“It is working on the comprehensive peace and security architecture, and has underscored the need for its member States to adhere to constitutionalism, democratic governance and the rule of law. Conflict prevention, mediation and resolution, as well as peacekeeping and peacebuilding, are essential and indispensable tools in the maintenance of international peace and security. The effectiveness of these tools is enhanced through closer cooperation and coordination between the United Nations and regional organizations. Uganda therefore considers this debate as part of an ongoing process. We recall the constructive debates on strengthening African Union- United Nations cooperation held in March and October last year.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“Regional and subregional organizations have a significant contribution to make. They have advantages of local knowledge, proximity and the capability to mobilize and respond quickly. However, some need financial resources and technical capacity to carry out that mission. The United Nations and other international partners must provide effective, predictable and timely support to regional organizations when they undertake activities and operations mandated by the United Nations, aimed at maintaining international peace and security. The African Union, for instance, has shown its resolve, commitment and capability in conflict prevention, mediation and resolution on the continent.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“This debate gives the Security Council and participating regional and subregional organizations an opportunity to exchange views and focus on how to strengthen their cooperation in maintaining international peace and security. The primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security is vested in the Security Council, but the complexity of the threats to peace and security in various regions of the world is increasing, and the capacity of the United Nations is becoming overstretched. It is therefore necessary to strengthen the partnership in which the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations all have critical roles to play in maintaining international peace and security. We are convinced that building an effective and strategic relationship has immense benefits.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“Let me begin by conveying our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the Government and people of Haiti, as well as the United Nations, on the tragic loss of life, casualties and destruction following the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Our prayers and solidarity go to the families of the victims. I thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this important and timely debate. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his statement and to welcome the Deputy Secretary-General, Mrs. Migiro, who is with us in this debate. I also wish to thank the heads and representatives of the regional and subregional organizations for their statements.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“Finally, we commend the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Kai Eide, for his leadership and, through him, thank the UNAMA staff for carrying out their mandate under very difficult circumstances. We wish Mr. Eide success in his future endeavours.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“It is imperative to build the capacity and capability of the Afghan security institutions, especially the Police and the Army, to take responsibility for the country's long-term stability. We commend the Afghan Government for passing the Counter-Terrorism, Antitrust and Firearms Laws during the reporting period. We also welcome the draft law on the elimination of violence against women and encourage its endorsement by the Afghan Parliament. We are deeply concerned about attacks targeting United Nations staff in Afghanistan, which have had a negative impact on their ability to carry out their mandate. We call for the enhancement of measures to ensure the safety and security of all UNAMA personnel.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“There is also a need for development partners to work together in a more coordinated and streamlined manner to support the national efforts of the Afghan people. In this regard, we welcome the International Conference on Afghanistan, scheduled for 28 January 2010 in London. We note with concern that the security situation worsened over the reporting period, with increasing numbers of armed and suicide attacks. This upsurge in violence, which has resulted in more casualties and loss of life, is regrettable and must be brought to an end. My delegation is encouraged by the efforts of the Afghan Government and its international allies to improve the security situation.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“Afghanistan faces daunting security, political and economic challenges. It is incumbent upon all Afghans, especially the political leaders, to work together towards national unity and reconciliation and to nurture democratic governance, peacebuilding and prosperity. We welcome the conclusion of the electoral process in Afghanistan, in spite of the flaws and difficulties encountered. We call upon all political actors to ensure that the approval of the Cabinet is finalized without further delay. The new Government needs to embark on the urgent tasks ahead, including political reform and addressing the root causes of insurgency. It needs to focus with greater impetus on economic recovery, reconstruction, the delivery of services and improving the livelihoods of the people.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“I congratulate you, Sir, and delegation of China upon your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of January and salute Ambassador Kafando and the delegation of Burkina Faso for their leadership of the Council in December. Let me also take this opportunity to welcome the new members of the Council and to wish them success during their tenure. I thank the Secretary-General for his statement, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Mr. Kai Eide, for his briefing, and the Permanent Representative of Afghanistan for his statement. We commend UNAMA for continuing to play an important role in leading international efforts towards security, stability and development in Afghanistan.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“The resolution is a clear manifestation of the cooperation that exists between the United Nations and the African Union in efforts aimed at resolving conflicts and for the maintenance of peace and security in Africa. The measures imposed by this resolution are not comprehensive but targeted and corrective. It is my delegation's hope that Eritrea will take the necessary 09-66454 action to enable the Council to make a positive review of the measures it has imposed today.”
2009-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6254 (2009) · source
“Uganda voted in favour of resolution 1907 (2009). Uganda is interested in and committed to playing a constructive role in the prevention, mediation and resolution of conflicts in Africa. In its decision taken at the thirteenth summit held in Sirte, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, from 1 to 3 July 2009, the African Union called upon the Security Council to: "impose sanctions against all those foreign actors, both within and outside the region, especially Eritrea, providing support to the armed groups engaged in destabilization activities in Somalia [and] undermining the peace and reconciliation efforts and regional stability." We commend the Security Council for positively responding to the call by the African Union in the search for peace and stability in Somalia and in the region. We appreciate the overwhelming support of Council members.”
2009-12-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6254 (2009) · source
“But new data that suggest an increase in the production and use of synthetic drugs in the developing countries, including in Africa, raises serious concerns. My delegation requests the Secretary-General to consider mainstreaming the issue of drug trafficking as a factor in conflict prevention strategies and in overall assessment, planning and peacekeeping support. In conclusion, it is clear that drug trafficking is a transnational and cross-cutting problem. I wish to reiterate the need to ensure that actions and strategies at the national, subregional and regional levels and by the wider international community to combat drug trafficking and organized crime are comprehensive and well coordinated. We thank the delegation of Burkina Faso for preparing the presidential statement which we adopted this morning.”
2009-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6233 (2009) · source
“It is a fact that as long as the demand for drugs exists, especially in developed countries, drug trafficking networks will continue targeting countries with weak control measures and systems. My delegation commends the role played by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Narcotics Control Board and other relevant United Nations organs and agencies in assisting Member States in the fight against drug trafficking. We welcome the joint efforts by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, the United Nations Office for West Africa, the Department of Political Affairs and INTERPOL in this endeavour. It is encouraging that the World Drug Report 2009 shows a downward trend in the major drug markets in the developed countries.”
2009-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6233 (2009) · source
“That meeting also noted that, if not addressed immediately and effectively, the surge in drug trafficking in West Africa could jeopardize democratic governance in the region and lead to the expansion of criminal and terrorist networks. It is therefore critical that actions and responses at the national, subregional and regional levels, and by the United Nations system and the wider international community, be comprehensive and well coordinated. No country or region can manage on its own to control drug trafficking and its associated threats. There is need to take effective measures in countries where drugs and precursors are produced, on trafficking transit routes, and in drug destination countries.”
2009-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6233 (2009) · source
“In particular, we have considered the West African subregion, and countries such as Afghanistan. The dangers posed by transnational drug trafficking are widely recognized. The World Drug Report 2009, published by UNODC, highlights the linkage between drug trafficking and crime, and the dangers it poses to the security, stability and development of many affected countries. The fact that drug trafficking has serious implications for security, health and other socio- economic facets are well known. In a June 2009 meeting of the Ad Hoc Working Group on Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa, which Uganda chairs, the head of the United Nations Office for West Africa, Ambassador Said Djinnit, highlighted the link between the spread of drug trafficking in the subregion and the risk of countries relapsing into conflict.”
2009-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6233 (2009) · source
“I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this important debate. Your presence is clear testimony to the importance you and your country, Burkina Faso, attach to the need to urgently address the threat to international peace and security associated with drug trafficking. I also thank the Secretary-General for his statement, and the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), for his briefing. I also recognize the presence of Mr. Lynn Pascoe, Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs. This thematic debate provides an opportunity for the Security Council to comprehensively focus on drug trafficking as a threat to international peace and security. We have, in the past, addressed the issue of drug trafficking with respect to regional and country- specific situations.”
2009-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6233 (2009) · source
“The Mbeki report and its recommendations provide a practical and realistic way forward for accountability, reconciliation and lasting peace in Darfur.”
2009-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6230 (2009) · source
“There is not enough food assistance. Health services and facilities remain inadequate. Water supply and sanitation support remain insufficient. We commend all the United Nations agencies and other donors that have scaled up their activities to alleviate the suffering of the people of Darfur. We are also concerned about reports of sexual violence, which continues in and around the camps in Darfur, and about reports of continued recruitment of child soldiers. We call on the Government of the Sudan to take appropriate measures to ensure that those incidents are stopped and that the perpetrators of those crimes are brought to justice. Finally, we call on the Security Council to support the recommendations of the Mbeki report.”
2009-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6230 (2009) · source
“We believe that the Mbeki report presents us with a good basis on which to resolve the outstanding impasse between the Sudan and the ICC. Uganda believes that ending impunity is the only credible deterrent against crimes of the most serious concern to the international community. We attach great important to the delivery of justice and the fight against impunity. Nonetheless, it is important to take into account the need to resolve conflicts in a manner that would not drive us back to anarchy. It is therefore important to take into account that the particular circumstances of each individual situation. We are convinced that the Mbeki findings and recommendations have taken into account the concrete situation on the ground in Darfur, in the Sudan and in Africa. Uganda remains concerned about the humanitarian situation in Darfur.”
2009-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6230 (2009) · source
“Uganda warmly welcomes and supports the recommendations in the Mbeki report calling for the establishment of a hybrid court that should exercise original and appellate jurisdiction over individuals who bear responsibility for the gravest crimes committed during the conflict in Darfur. We urge the Government of the Sudan to establish the hybrid court. The Panel further recommends that such courts be constituted by Sudanese judges and those of other nationalities. Such measures would respect the independent judicial mandate of the ICC and would allow independent domestic jurisdiction in the Sudan. That would strengthen judicial institutions in the Sudan to handle past, present and future violations that constitute the most serious crimes of concern to the international community.”
2009-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6230 (2009) · source
“We thank Mr. Moreno- Ocampo, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for his report and for his comprehensive briefing. The establishment of the African Union Panel of eminent persons, headed by President Mbeki, and the submission of their report of findings and recommendations on 8 October in Abuja are major developments since the Prosecutor gave his report and briefing in June (see S/PV.6135). We commend the cooperation of the Panel and the ICC while carrying out their mandate. President Mbeki's panel submitted recommendations on how best the issues of accountability and combating impunity, on the one hand, and reconciliation and healing, on the other, could effectively and comprehensively be achieved, thus upholding justice by combating impunity while contributing to ensuring peace, stability and security in the Sudan.”
2009-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6230 (2009) · source
“My delegation welcomes the outreach and capacity-building programmes and other legacy matters that form part of the Tribunals' completion strategy. That ensures that there will not be a vacuum upon termination of the mandate. To that extent, the Tribunals are exemplary models of international criminal justice.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“We therefore support the allocation of the necessary resources towards that end. The formation of three Appeals Chamber benches to deal expeditiously with the anticipated appeals is also welcome. The holding of two separate sittings per day by the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia ensures maximum utilization of the limited number of courtrooms. We welcome the downsizing exercise because it is in tandem with the reduced workload. We are concerned about the high turnover of highly qualified and essential staff as the Tribunals near the end of their mandates. That can only exacerbate an already difficult situation. We commend the creation of the roster system, which ensures that qualified replacements are within reach.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“We welcome the formation of a genocide awareness-raising network being conducted in Rwanda by the Tribunal and call upon those who are able to contribute to this effort to do so. The training of Rwandan jurists, including training in international criminal law, is welcome, as it ensures that there will be adequate preparation for the courts in Rwanda to handle the cases that are not handled by the Tribunal. The reported high demand for future training strengthens the case for keeping the archives and residual mechanisms in the region. Uganda therefore recommends the establishment of two mechanisms, one in the African region and the other in The Hague. Witness intimidation leads to delay in the trial process and should be curbed by appropriate measures to ensure that the ultimate credibility of the process is not put in doubt.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“We note, for instance, the challenges of residual issues which are also of concern to other interim judicial tribunals. Perhaps the only sure way of avoiding interim measures is to consider embracing permanent institutions such as the International Criminal Court. Uganda fully supports an expeditious improvement in the conditions of service for the ad litemjudges. We welcome the measures taken to preserve and manage the archives. My delegation is aware that the archives are the property of the United Nations, but we are also cognizant of the need to keep them in their respective regions, along with the residual mechanisms for ease of access by the primary stakeholders: the victims of these heinous crimes.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“Since the Tribunals have no police forces of their own but depend upon the cooperation of States, we call upon States to cooperate with the Prosecutors and help in the arrest and transfer of the remaining fugitives. Even when the Tribunals' mandates are over, there are residual issues that will remain until the last sentence is served. Certain functions of the Tribunals will not necessarily terminate upon the conclusion of the trials and appeals. The fugitives, if and when they are apprehended, the convicts serving sentences, and the witnesses and victims that may still be under protection will still need oversight by the mechanisms. There is no substitute for programmes such as those that provide protection for victims and witnesses.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“We attach great importance to the delivery of justice and the fight against impunity for persons who bear the greatest responsibility for heinous crimes and violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. In resolutions 1503 (2003) and 1534 (2004), the Security Council set a deadline and called upon the Tribunals to take all measures possible to complete all trial activities. It stressed the importance of fully implementing the completion strategies. It is now obvious that these targets cannot be met due to intervening circumstances outside the control of the Tribunals. The arrest of Karadzic, in the case of the Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, as well as, more recently, the arrest of Nizeyimana in Uganda, shows that dispensing justice cannot be adequately guided by deadlines.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“I wish to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I assure you of our full support and cooperation. In the same breath, I would like to salute Ambassador Mayr-Harting for the very able manner in which he and his country presided over the Council last month. We welcome The Honourable Justice Byron, President of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, and The Honourable Justice Robinson, President of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, and thank them for the briefings. We also thank Prosecutor Brammertz and Prosecutor J allow for their briefings. Uganda appreciates the tremendous work carried out so far by the Tribunals.”
2009-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6228 (2009) · source
“The Peacebuilding Commission also needs to strengthen its monitoring and review of mutual commitments of national and international actors. The forthcoming 2010 review of the Commission's founding resolutions will provide an opportunity to take stock of its work and to focus on how to further enhance its effectiveness in fulfilling its role and mandate.”
2009-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6224 (2009) · source
“National leadership and ownership are of paramount importance in any peacebuilding endeavour. The national authorities must take primary responsibility for re-establishing the key institutions for security, governance and economic recovery, with the support of the United Nations and international partners. It is therefore important for the PBC to prioritize its engagement with countries on its agenda, building on existing national strategies and capacities. We are encouraged by the initiatives for flexibility and the responsive funding being undertaken through the Peacebuilding Fund and the launching of its country-level multi-donor trust funds. We look forward to operationalization of the Fund's revised terms of reference to facilitate expeditious funding of peacebuilding activities.”
2009-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6224 (2009) · source
“As we pointed out during the thematic debate on post-conflict peacebuilding in July (see S/PV.6165), the United Nations system and the wider international community need to put greater focus on ensuring better coherence in conflict-prevention, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and development. Uganda welcomes the PBC's increasing engagement with countries on its agenda, through facilitating strategic coordination and the alignment of political and financial support to nationally agreed priorities. In that regard, we have seen commendable progress in Burundi and Sierra Leone. In the Central African Republic and Guinea-Bissau, the PBC's efforts in the coordination and mobilization of support to address specific challenges, such as security sector reform, are promising.”
2009-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6224 (2009) · source
“I wish to thank Ambassador Mufioz, Chairperson of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), for presenting the report of the PBC (S/2009/444) and for his outstanding leadership of the Commission. We commend him and we commend the respective Chairs of the country-specific configurations and of the Working Group on Lessons Learned, as well as the Peacebuilding Support Office, for their good work and their achievements during the reporting period. The Peacebuilding Commission is playing an important role in promoting and supporting an integrated and coherent approach to peacebuilding. We are convinced that greater priority and more resources should be devoted to peacebuilding. It is the foundation for sustainable security, stability, economic growth and development in post-conflict situations.”
2009-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6224 (2009) · source
“Such measures should include enhancing support to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to enable the force to effectively implement its mandate and providing it with additional personnel so that it reaches its authorized capacity of 8,000 troops in preparation for its eventual re-hatting. Equally, it is imperative that the Transitional Federal Government be sufficiently supported to strengthen State institutions, particularly in the security sector. Strengthening State institutions is the most effective durable way of combating piracy in the waters off Somalia. Lastly, we thank the Secretary-General's Special Representative, Mr. Ould Abdallah, and the staff of United Nations agencies and the humanitarian agencies for the support extended to the Somali people in difficult circumstances.”
2009-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6221 (2009) · source
“As outlined in Secretary-General's report, there is a big difference between, on the one hand, the robust and concrete responses by States acting either individually or in cooperation with others in deploying resources at sea and, on the other, the cautious and incremental stance by the international community when it comes to addressing the root causes of piracy on mainland Somalia. While we support the measures that have been deployed at sea by Member States to deal effectively with the problem of piracy, equally robust measures should be put in place on mainland Somalia, backed by similar, or more, resources.”
2009-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6221 (2009) · source
“Furthermore, the creation of the Contact Group on Piracy Off the Coast of Somalia to help coordinate the various efforts is a notable contribution in the fight against piracy. Commendable as these efforts may be, the struggle against piracy will be won not on the high seas but on land, in Somalia. The amount of resources that have been deployed either directly on the high seas or indirectly through targeting off-shore solutions to the problem of piracy is enormous and must be running in billions of dollars each year. Yet, much as the incidences have been checked, piracy persists and will persist for as long as the instability on mainland Somalia remains and State institutions remain fragile.”
2009-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6221 (2009) · source
“In that regard we support multinational and regional efforts aimed at combating and suppressing piracy and armed robbery at sea. The Secretary-General's report (S/2009/590) outlines the measures in place or being put in place and those proposed to address the problem of piracy off the coast of Somalia. The deployment of naval assets, including those under the European Union's Operation Atalanta, NATO's maritime forces, the United States- led Combined Maritime Forces and those of individual States, have all contributed to checking the incidences of piracy in the coastal region neighbouring Somalia, thus affording some level of protection for international trade and delivery of humanitarian supplies to Somalia.”
2009-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6221 (2009) · source
“I thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Mr. Ould Abdallah, for his briefing this morning, and I welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Somalia, Mr. Duale, in today's Council meeting. One of the many negative consequences of the conflict in Somalia and of the absence of strong institutions in the country is piracy. It started around the coast of Somalia, but it has now expanded further out, to international waters. Piracy is negatively impacting international trade and tourism, fuelling the illegal arms trade and the financing of insurgents and terrorism in Somalia and beyond. Given the disruptive nature of piracy, it is only fitting that the international community responds to the problem appropriately.”
2009-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6221 (2009) · source
“However, the credibility of the consolidated list will be undermined if the existing gaps are not addressed in a timely and effective manner. Therefore, we are encouraged to hear that the 1267 Committee is committed to improving its procedures by introducing additional elements of fairness and transparency, which will contribute to the effectiveness of the Committee. Finally, Uganda would like once again to thank the Chairpersons of the three subsidiary bodies and the associated monitoring groups and experts groups for the good work that they have done. We assure the Council of Uganda's continued cooperation in working for a secure and peaceful world.”
2009-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6217 (2009) · source
“It is necessary that the review assess the evolution of risks and threats, identify practical approaches for the implementation of the resolution as well as the challenges on the ground that are impeding the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). The debates and thematic sessions referred to in the briefings are invaluable. We thank the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Terrorism Prevention Branch of the UNODC for organizing workshops here in New York and at the regional and subregional levels. These workshops provide a better understanding of Council resolutions, which ultimately helps in their implementation. We share the View that the consolidated list remains an instrument useful to the United Nations in its effort to combat terrorism.”
2009-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6217 (2009) · source
“Terrorism, together with the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction among non-State actors, remains one of the major threats and challenges to international peace and security. In this regard, we support the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and the coordination of the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force within the collective efforts undertaken to combat terrorism. The continued cooperation of the three subsidiary bodies with the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force is a step in the right direction and should be encouraged. We welcome the report by the Chairman of the 1540 Committee on behalf of the three subsidiary bodies, which confirms that a comprehensive review, as requested by the Council, is under way. I Wish to reiterate Uganda's support for the comprehensive review.”
2009-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6217 (2009) · source
“That is indeed a significant achievement on the part of the 1373 Committee, and we are encouraged that the Committee will support 100 per cent completion by all Member States. We applaud the efforts of the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate for the work it has done in this regard. We support the ongoing dialogue between Member States, donors and beneficiaries on the facilitation of technical assistance. This dialogue offers an opportunity for Member States to candidly exchange views with the Committee on the practical measures necessary to implement resolution 1373 (2001). In fact, the partial compliance or non-compliance by Member States to fully implement Security Council resolutions is often due to the lack of technical capacity to do so.”
2009-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6217 (2009) · source
“Thank you for organizing this joint briefing, Mr. President. We thank Ambassador Vilovie, Chairman of the 1373 Committee, Ambassador Urbina, Chairman of the 1540 Committee, and you, Mr. President, in your capacity as Chairman of the 1267 Committee, for your insightful briefings. Uganda welcomes the continued close cooperation among the three committees. This cooperation is necessary for improved performance in developing common strategies and coordinating activities. As we have heard, this cooperation has had a stimulus effect by helping to focus on the implementation of Security Council resolutions 1373 (2001), 1267 (1999) and 1540 (2004). We welcome the progress made by Member States in their completion of the analysis and the adoption of the preliminary implementation assessments.”
2009-11-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6217 (2009) · source
“We consider those interactions useful as part of the process of fostering a closer working relationship between the Security Council and the General Assembly. Finally, I would like to express my delegation's appreciation and gratitude to all Council members, as well as former members, for their contribution and cooperation. Last but not least, we thank and commend the Secretariat for their invaluable support and assistance.”
2009-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6210 (2009) · source
“The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, received the close of the Council, particularly with regard to the situation in the Gaza area in late 2008 and early 2009. The Council also devoted close attention to the consideration of thematic, general and other issues, including peacekeeping, peacebuilding, mediation and the settlement of conflicts, non-proliferation, terrorism, the protection of civilians in armed conflict, children and armed conflict, and women and peace and security. I wish to inform the Council that, following the precedent set by Viet Nam last year, an informal meeting with Member States to exchange views on the annual report is scheduled for 30 October. The President of the Council, the incoming President, Ambassador Mayr-Harting of Austria, and I will participate.”
2009-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6210 (2009) · source
“The Council carried out extensive work during the reporting period, characterized by an increase in 2 the holding of open debates and open briefings. The Council addressed a wide range of regional, thematic and general issues, as highlighted in the introduction. The report covers the three Council missions to the field in Afghanistan, Haiti and Africa. The Security Council was regularly briefed and took appropriate actions on developments in conflict situations in Africa. The Council also focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the United Nations and regional organizations, particularly the African Union. The Council intensified its engagement on the situations in the Asian region, including Iraq, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Timor-Leste.”
2009-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6210 (2009) · source
“Uganda, as President of the Security Council for the month of July 2009, was responsible for the preparation of the introduction of the annual report of the Security Council to the General Assembly, as you stated, Sir, in your introductory remarks. In preparing the draft introduction, we relied mainly on the monthly assessments and views expressed by Council members. We were guided by the need to ensure that the report was concise, accurate and adequately reflected the Council's work, activities and outcomes. The instances in which the Council was not able to take action are also reported. The first draft was circulated at the beginning of August this year to all Security Council members and to the Secretariat for their comments and input. It was revised three times, incorporating the comments received.”
2009-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6210 (2009) · source
“It is time that the Council took decisive action and committed itself to practical ways to provide effective support for the African Union when it undertakes peacekeeping operations authorized by the United Nations. I wish to once again commend the AU- United Nations panel and the Secretary-General for their reports and, finally, I thank all delegations for their contributions to the draft presidential statement as an outcome of our deliberations.”
2009-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6206 (2009) · source
“We encourage the African Union Commission to develop a long-term comprehensive capacity-building framework, in consultation with the United Nations and other international partners. Let me reiterate that peacekeeping is an essential and indispensable tool available to the United Nations and regional organizations in the maintenance of international peace and security. Its effectiveness will be further enhanced through closer cooperation and coordination between the United Nations and the African Union. Uganda therefore considers this debate to be part of a process in which actions and decisions will be taken to better support and facilitate AU peacekeeping operations.”
2009-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6206 (2009) · source
“It is important to recognize that an ineffective United Nations peacekeeping capacity anywhere in the world greatly undermines the credibility of the United Nations in the eyes of the population. Secondly, there is a need to strengthen further the relationship between the Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council with respect to conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding. We also call for the enhancement of regular interaction, coordination and consultation between the United Nations and the African Union Commission on matters of mutual interest. Thirdly, the institutional capacity of the African Union needs to be enhanced to ensure the effective planning, management and deployment of peacekeeping operations.”
2009-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6206 (2009) · source
“Both the Panel and the Secretary-General also acknowledged that voluntary contributions are not only unpredictable but also unsustainable. That is borne out by the example of pledges to AMISOM. of over $230 million that were made in April 2009; to date only a small proportion of the confirmed pledges have been disbursed. And yet the AMISOM. troops are on the ground in Somalia, taking enormous risks and at times making the ultimate sacrifice, on behalf of the region and the international community. The authorization of a support package for AMISOM. was therefore a welcome and significant contribution. After several months of deliberations on the critical issue of financing African Union peacekeeping operations authorized by the Security Council, it is not enough for the Council to only undertake to keep all options under consideration.”
2009-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6206 (2009) · source