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“Brazil recognizes that the strategic character of natural resources requires stronger and more effective cooperative frameworks, including through regional political mechanisms that recognize their importance for developing countries in general. Therefore, our delegation advocates the need to improve the synergy of the United Nations system in that area. In line with that, in addressing the root causes of conflicts we stress the importance of deepening the cooperation among the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council and the Security Council, as set out in paragraph lb of Article 13 and Article 65 of the Charter. 07-39374”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The exploitation of natural resources falls within the purview of sovereign States, which in carrying it out will certainly be mindful of the United Nations Charter, international agreements and international law. In no way should normative decisions eventually taken in bodies of a restricted composition result in new, undue constraints to the global commodity market. To sum up, the possible linkage between the exploitation of natural resources and conflicts should be examined by the Security Council on a case-by-case basis and inasmuch as it may be relevant to a particular decision. In such cases, the Security Council has established specific mechanisms, such as those encompassed in the sanctions committees and the mandates of peacekeeping operations.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Encroachment in areas pertaining to the area of competence of other United Nations bodies risks not only distorting the application of the Charter-based purposes and principles of the United Nations, but also reinforcing the tendency to mistrust the intentions of the Security Council. We remain convinced that the global nature of the use of natural resources and its multiple dimensions recommend that any relevant international debate on the issue first take place at the forum of universal representation, which is the General Assembly, and then at the Economic and Social Council and their relevant subsidiary bodies, including the Commission on Sustainable Development, the United Nations Environment Programme, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and other international specialized forums.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“The Charter foresees that issues relating to economic and social development, as is the case with natural resources, including energy, fall within the purview of the functions and powers of the General Assembly and of the Economic and Social Council. Brazil believes that Security Council resolution 1625 (2005), regarding its role in conflict prevention, and resolution 1653 (2006), on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, should not be 2 interpreted in an expansive manner, as that would undermine the roles and responsibilities of the other principal organs of the United Nations.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Nevertheless, utmost caution should be exercised in establishing firm causal links between natural resources, including energy, and the risk of conflict. The determination as to whether there is such a direct link remains quite a risky challenge in any specific case. In our view, the roots of conflicts are not as a rule traceable to a single cause. Disputes are usually loaded with political connotations, which might impair objective analysis. In line with that, my delegation is convinced that there is a more relevant, stronger link between natural resources and development, as compared to security. The Security Council's primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, as set out in the United Nations Charter, should not be invoked in general, abstract terms.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“I wish to extend our warmest welcome to Your Excellency Karel De Gucht, Foreign Minister of Belgium, as President of the Council, and to acknowledge Belgium's initiative to convene an open debate to examine the sensitive issue of the interrelationship between natural resources and conflict. The social and economic consequences of extreme events related to access to and disputes over natural resources may arguably have an impact on international security. Cases abound throughout history in which access to and exploitation of natural resources were at the root of armed disputes. Yet perhaps a much higher number of cases in the history of the use of natural resources have not ended in conflict. Competition over scarce resources and security of supply can indeed be key factors of a particular conflict.”
2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705Resumption1 (2007) · source
“In view of the continued need of Timor-Leste to count on the cooperation of the international community, in particular the United Nations system, at this early stage of its nation-building process, Brazil strongly supports the proposals of the Secretary- General to extend the mandate of UNMIT for 12 months and to reinforce it during the electoral period. National reconciliation, humanitarian assistance, the rule of law and the development of human resources are key priorities for Timor-Leste as it paves the way towards greater stability, sovereignty, sustainable development and democracy.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“The Brazilian delegation encourages the adoption of the "compact" between Timor-Leste and the international community for coordinating Government, United Nations and other multilateral and bilateral contributors to priority programmes, as set out in resolution 1704 (2006). Brazil believes that the presence of the United Nations in Timor-Leste is essential to address the central challenges of the present crisis in its political, institutional and security dimensions. The international community should pay heed to the social, political and economic reintegration of displaced people. Endowing those Timorese with the necessary means to regain their normal lives is an essential part of ensuring Timor-Leste's future stability.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“Precautions must be taken to ensure the safety and security of the Timorese voters and the personnel involved in the process. The international community should support the elections within the boundaries and institutions established by the Government. Brazil is willing to shoulder its share. In paragraph 57 of his report (S/2007/50), the Secretary-General correctly stresses that "the underlying causes of the crisis can be fully addressed in the longer term". Structural poverty and associated deprivations, including urban unemployment, must be tackled with long-term investments in infrastructure and capacity-building. Investments could bear fruit if it can be ensured that the revenues stemming from oil and gas resources are put to good use, in accordance with the needs and development priorities of the Timorese people.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“We hope that all interested stakeholders will stand in support of another vital institution of the Timorese State - the armed forces - in a way that will prevent duplication of functions and ensure close and productive cooperation. Consistent, professional training is required, and UNMIT could play an important role in coordinating such a task. We welcome the actions led by various institutions of the Timorese State with a view to investigating and bringing to justice all those responsible for the criminal acts perpetrated in April and May 2006. Brazil's stance is to support the decision of the Timorese institutions to apply the law without impunity. General elections are in the offing. All parties concerned must strive for free, fair and transparent elections.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“There are only 33 officers to liaise on security issues with the international security forces and the UNMIT police - including during the electoral period - and to provide the much- needed capacity to set in motion the Trilateral Coordination Forum and the military technical arrangement. Brazil would like to acknowledge with satisfaction the conclusion of the trilateral agreement between the United Nations, the Timorese Government and the international security forces, as well as the agreement between the United Nations and Australia. Those are certainly further steps towards ensuring stability in the country. Nonetheless, we continue to believe that the original option of a small military contingent under United Nations command and control would be the most suitable solution, as suggested in paragraph 117 of document S/2006/628.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“The task of rebuilding the national police, which is being carried out by the United Nations police, deserves careful attention. We must avoid any recurrence of the mistakes that allowed the disintegration of the police force in the wake of the turmoil of last April and May. The process of screening police personnel must be closely monitored, and the ensuing training at the police academy must be rigorous and professional. In that respect, the Brazilian delegation endorses the request of the Secretary-General for the deployment of an additional formed police unit. However, we are concerned at the limited number of military liaison officers.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“We believe that the Timorese people will find a lasting and sustainable solution to their problems that can ensure the sovereignty of the State and the right to the social and economic development of its people. Nevertheless, all must be aware that national reconciliation is an arduous and slow process that will require strong and continuous support from the international community in the coming years. In this process, the restructuring of the security and defence sectors and the strengthening of the justice system remain both urgent and indispensable. In that regard, Brazil pledges to continue its support for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) programme for the consolidation of a justice system as defined by the Constitution: a civil-law matrix that employs both official languages, Tetun and Portuguese.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“Also, the Brazilian contribution to UNMIT, as to all previous missions, testifies to our engagement in assisting Timor-Leste to achieve political stability and a sustainable path to development, together with democracy, justice and good governance. The multidimensional nature of UNMIT's mandate augurs well for the country. The Timorese situation requires a mission that is able to perform the tasks of peacekeeping and peacebuilding, as well as fostering development. As my delegation has stated on many occasions, peacekeeping and peacebuilding should not be seen as successive steps, but rather as basic pillars of the same endeavour. Brazil is pleased with the recent reconciliation initiatives carried out in the country.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“On one hand, it describes a series of relevant and innovative reconciliation initiatives, which, together with the reduction in violent episodes, unveils possible scenarios of stability and sustainable development. On the other hand, the report warns that the real causes of the conflict have not been dissipated - far from it - as the public security situation remains dangerously volatile. For Brazil, Timor-Leste constitutes an important issue on the agenda of the Security Council. Our commitment to our sister Portuguese-speaking nation has been unwavering. This is illustrated by cooperation projects we are developing with the Timorese authorities in key sectors, such as defence, education and justice. We would do more were it not for our budgetary constraints.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“I would like to congratulate you, Sir, and the Slovakian delegation on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of February as well as for presiding over this debate on Timor-Leste. We are pleased to have Prime-Minister Jose Ramos-Horta here in the Council. I wish to thank him for his very informative statement on the situation in Timor-Leste. My delegation is also grateful to Mr. Atul Khare for his presentation and for the dedicated efforts he and his United Nations team, under his leadership, have made towards the success of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) in such a short time span. The recent report of the Secretary-General on Timor-Leste is a source of both hope and concern.”
2007-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5628 (2007) · source
“International cooperation efforts should address all three aspects, for it is hardly imaginable that one can be lastingly secured without the others.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“In addition, we believe that the Security Council should not limit itself to seeking advice from the Commission only after peacekeeping operations have been discontinued. The Peacebuilding Commission can play a useful role in countries still subject to conflict as it procures the international support necessary to put in place recovery strategies that can lay the foundations for sustainable peace and reconstruction. By involving a wider array of actors, the reviews and discussions undertaken in the Commission should provide the Council with better-informed analyses of the possibilities of post-conflict recovery of the countries concerned, thereby improving the quality of its decision-making process. We know from experience that there is no gap between peacekeeping, recovery and development.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Brazil believes that the Security Council can help the Peacebuilding Commission to stand on its feet and gain legitimacy and authority as an advisory body in the United Nations family. In this regard, there are readily available examples of what the Council can do. It occurs to my delegation, for instance, that, when it indicates new members, the Council can help the Commission to have a more balanced membership; or, when the Council seeks its advice, it can do it in a way that would not reduce the Commission to a classical forum of donors and aid-recipient members. Also, we believe that the Security Council can join with the General Assembly in affording the Commission sufficient authority to discharge its functions properly.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We take satisfaction in the fact that two sister African countries, Burundi and Sierra Leone, have been selected for country-specific meetings. Brazil supports all efforts in the Commission to achieve a successful outcome of those meetings, which will be critical to the future of the Peacebuilding Commission. It is a matter of concern to my delegation that the Commission has yet to articulate short-, medium- and long-term perspectives for the process of peacebuilding in post-conflict scenarios. However, one thing is quite clear, as shown by experience: an early withdrawal of international cooperation from a country in its recovery process can be disastrous for efforts to create the foundations of lasting peace.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“As we have made clear in the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission on many occasions, the new body has a long way to go to improve its working methods, should it wish to operate effectively. It is a matter of concern that little attention has been given to the drafting of rules of procedure, which, in turn, has led to long and needless debates on issues of little or no relevance. The Peacebuilding Commission is a very important organ of the United Nations and, as such, should be supported by the Security Council. For many countries undergoing the scourge of internecine conflict, the Commission can be the venue to muster the much-needed international cooperation to enable them to recover as early as possible from the problems engendered by political instability and lack of security.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Strenuous negotiations gave birth, during the 2005 Summit, to this new member of the United Nations family. The built-in imbalance in the composition of the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission generated much acrimony and can be faulted for such a shaky beginning. We believe that more focused attention must be paid to the principle of equitable regional representation. We should be reminded that, although it is tightly related to the Security Council, the Peacebuilding Commission is not a creation of the Council alone. It is accountable to the whole United Nations membership, which has in the General Assembly the most democratic conduit to express its views.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“After carefully considering the issue, we continue to hold the View that those activities are not consecutive stages in a process; rather, they embrace a set of complementary actions that are required in order to help establish a basis on which a country in conflict, or emerging therefrom, will be able to build lasting peace and a fair and viable society. Member States, especially those in post-conflict situations, have entertained high expectations with the launching of the new body. The Peacebuilding Commission has been widely regarded as a powerful instrument to help in the transition between conflict and sustained peace. However, even given that it is at an initial stage, the Commission has achieved very little, a situation that does not bode well for subsequent phases if circumstances do not change.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“It is also appropriate that, at this early stage, in reviewing the work of the Peacebuilding Commission, the Security Council seek the views of interested United Nations Members. The exchange might provide useful insight into the performance of the new body and ways to improve it, in the light of its particular situation vis-a-Vis the main bodies of the United Nations system. For over a decade prior to the proposal of the High-level Panel on Threats, Challenges and Change to set up the Peacebuilding Commission, Brazil had been advocating a mechanism that would provide for a solid link between peacemaking, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and sustainable development.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“Carolyn McAskie, head of the Peacebuilding Support Office, and would like to thank the Office for its efforts in assisting the Commission. We also acknowledge the unprecedented mobilization of institutional speakers for this morning's session. More than a year has elapsed since the 2005 Summit decision that created the new Commission, and six months since the Organizational Committee started its work. Even though the Peacebuilding Commission is still in a very initial phase, we welcome the initiative to take stock of the work done thus far and to prepare for the next steps. We hope that such an exercise can also be carried out by the Commission itself, and by the General Assembly, as proposed by the Chairman of the Non-Aligned Movement.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“My delegation would like to congratulate you, Sir, and the delegation of the Russian Federation on your presidency of the Security Council for the current month, as well as on your timely initiative to promote this debate on the Peacebuilding Commission. Brazil would also like to express its satisfaction with the Council's decision to appoint South Africa and Panama as the new members of the Organizational Committee of the Peacebuilding Commission for 2007, as well as to commend Denmark and the United Republic of Tanzania for their constructive participation in the Commission over the past year. Through you, Mr. President, Brazil expresses its satisfaction with the presentation made by the Chairman of the Commission, the Permanent Representative of Angola, Ambassador Ismael Gaspar Martins. We acknowledge the presence of Ms.”
2007-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5627Resumption1 (2007) · source
“We are determined to contribute to maximizing the effectiveness of the response of the United Nations system to the issue of children and armed conflict. We believe that to be crucial to ensuring that children are not victimized by war and to securing a future in which children can enjoy hope and know trust as they emerge from conflict situations.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“We also very much appreciate the positive impact of the deployment of child protection advisers. The report of the Secretary-General provides preliminary 30 information regarding the study currently being carried out by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations on the role such advisers play in gathering the necessary information for monitoring and reporting purposes. That document will also be important in establishing the conditions for incorporating child protection issues into peacekeeping missions and training programmes. We look forward to considering the results of the study, with a view to enhancing the effectiveness of this strategy. Brazil remains fully committed to the promotion and protection of the rights of the child in general.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“The complexity of the issue requires that all the appropriate bodies of the United Nations, working in close cooperation with Member States and non-governmental organizations, adequately address its many components, including social and economic aspects and, in particular, the issues of demobilization and reintegration. Among the measures launched to address the issue of children and armed conflict are concrete and time-bound action plans to put an end to the recruitment and use of children by parties involved in armed conflict. We have taken note of the progress made recently in the implementation of that strategy. We encourage the Security Council to continue to develop it in close coordination with United Nations peacekeeping missions and country teams.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“We believe that could make it possible to provide reliable, accurate and objective reports that will enable us to devise the necessary measures to protect children affected by armed conflict. In the same vein, we hope that, through its Working Group established pursuant to Security Council resolution 1612 (2005), the Security Council will carry out its work in coordination with the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council. We can be more effective only if we place this important issue in the context of the larger problem of the overall vulnerabilities and needs of children.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“Allow me also to thank the Secretary-General for his report on the issue, which covers situations of serious concern and takes note of the progress being made towards the "era of application" in the handling of the issue of children and armed conflict. We are pleased to observe that progress has been made in the implementation of resolution 1612 (2005), in particular with regard to establishing the monitoring and reporting mechanism in the seven situations that were designated as priorities for the first phase. We understand the difficulties and challenges inherent in such a complex, multi-stakeholder initiative. We remain convinced, however, that no effort must be spared in achieving adequate coordination between all the relevant entities of the United Nations system that can contribute to the implementation of the mechanism.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“Mr. Sardenberg (Brazil) (spoke in Spanish): I wish to express my honour and pleasure at seeing you, Mr. J ose Antonio Garcia Belaunde, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Peru, presiding over the work of the Security Council on this very important and sensitive issue. Your presence adds value and prestige to the excellent work being done by the Peruvian presidency. I would like to thank Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, for her work on this issue since her appointment earlier this year. I would also like to thank Mr. Gabriel Oling Olang, the representative of Save the Children.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“Brazil stresses the need to put in motion a political process for the development of a strategy with a pertinent timeline to implement the vision of two States, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace and security, as stated in Security Council resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973), 1397 (2002) and 1515 (2003). Such strategy should also take into account the Quartet road map, the principle of land for peace derived from the Madrid Conference and the Beirut Arab League Summit decisions. The international community should seize this opportunity to review the deadlocked Middle East peace process and put an end, once for all, to conflicts that have caused too much suffering and despair over many decades.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Within this framework, one of the urgent tasks is the normalization of the situation in the Palestinian territories and the resumption of dialogue between the Palestinian National Authority and Israel. In this connection, the Palestinian political leaders now detained in Israel should be promptly liberated. Brazil welcomes the decision by the League of Arab States to request a high-level meeting of the Security Council in September, open to the participation of all interested delegations, to address the situation in the Middle East.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Non-negotiated solutions do not bring about peace. As a country that firmly believes in dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts, we stress the need for the resumption of a political process involving all interested parties. Brazil is also convinced that stability ultimately rests on the achievement of a just, lasting and comprehensive settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict in all its aspects. The Lebanese crisis has made the current paralysis of the Middle East peace process even more Visible. It has also highlighted the urgent need to address the underlying causes of the conflict. As a main goal, the world community should strengthen efforts to create conditions for the resumption of the peace process in the region on all tracks.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Furthermore, we call for the release of the abducted Israeli soldiers and the creation of conditions for achieving a durable solution for the crisis. Particular attention must be paid to the sensitive issue of the large number of Lebanese prisoners detained in Israel. Brazil calls upon the international community to continue to lend its support for prompt humanitarian action and for the rebuilding of Lebanon. We all expect that the donors conference to be held on 31 August in Stockholm will accelerate the humanitarian efforts to meet the immediate needs of the civilian population and to gradually phase in a response, coordinated by the Government of Lebanon, that is geared towards recovery and reconstruction. Brazil does not condone the use of violence to obtain what can be achieved only through negotiation.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Minister for External Relations Celso Amorim visited Beirut on 15 August to consult with the Government, reiterate our commitment to supporting the Lebanese people and deliver a sizeable contribution in medical supplies to provide emergency treatment for thousands of people. Brazil strongly supports the resolution 1701 (2006) framework for providing the assistance the Government of Lebanon will require to extend its sovereignty and authority throughout its territory, in accordance with relevant Security Council resolutions and the Taif Agreements, including the calls for the dismantling and disarmament of all militias in the country. We appeal to the countries in a position to help reinforce the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) to do so promptly.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Our Government welcomes the setting up by the Human Rights Council of a fact-finding commission to investigate the human rights violations committed during the fighting. At least seven Brazilian nationals, including three children, perished as a consequence of Israeli military incursions in southern Lebanon. The Brazilian Government launched an unprecedented operation to evacuate approximately 3,000 of our own nationals. Since the very beginning of the conflict, President Lula da Silva has appealed for a ceasefire and underlined the hope for a negotiated process that could end the hostilities and help bring peace and understanding. President Lula interacted with the Secretary-General and with many other international leaders in order to contribute to a peaceful resolution of the conflict.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“We also deplore the fact that combat operations in Lebanon were characterized by the rapidly increasing use of indiscriminate and disproportionate force, causing the death of many hundreds of innocent civilians, the unprecedented displacement of a large proportion of the population and severe damage to essential housing and infrastructure, in open violation of international humanitarian law. The incident in Qana is deeply disturbing. The observation contained in the Secretary-General's letter that the incident reflects "a pattern of Violations of international law, including international humanitarian law and international human rights law, committed during the course of the current hostilities" (5/2006/626, p. 5) is alarming and warrants further investigation into this matter.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Brazil welcomes the cessation of hostilities in Lebanon and calls upon all parties to abide by the obligations established in resolution 1701 (2006). The parties should refrain from any action that jeopardizes the fledgling truce. They must do their utmost to ensure that the cessation of hostilities holds and is further transformed into a durable ceasefire. Brazil regrets that the prolonged inaction of the Council, faced with a flagrant threat to international peace and security, allowed the conflict to drag on for 34 long days.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to start by thanking you for having convened this meeting on the Middle East at such a critical juncture for peace in the entire region. Let me also acknowledge the relentless efforts undertaken by Secretary-General Kofi Annan and his colleagues in the Secretariat with a View to promoting peaceful solutions to the crisis in the region. I would also like to thank the Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Ibrahim Gambari, for presenting us with an informative update on the situation in the Middle East. The present crisis in the Middle East poses a renewed challenge to the Security Council as regards the effectiveness of its reaction, its methods of work and its transparency. Once again, the spiralling and unchecked use of force in the Middle East requires the urgent attention of the Security Council.”
2006-08-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5515 (2006) · source
“Through the Security Council, the international community must urgently fulfil its responsibilities and take immediate action to prevent a further escalation of the conflict. A lack of action by the Council in such a flagrant case threatening international peace and security would only contribute to weakening its credibility. Brazil is convinced that stability ultimately depends upon the achievement of a just, lasting and comprehensive settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict in all its aspects. Unilateral and other types of non- negotiated solutions are not likely to bring about peace, but only precarious truces that are broken in bloody conflicts such as the one we are witnessing today. The international community must not remain passive before the deterioration of the conflict and the destruction of Lebanon as a viable nation.”
2006-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5493Resumption1 (2006) · source
“The Government of Brazil has already extended its condolences to all the victims in Lebanon and their families. We are arranging for the evacuation of a large number of Brazilian nationals. I should note that many thousands of Brazilians currently live in the affected regions. Peace can be attained only by the resumption of a diplomatic process involving all interested parties. The Government of Brazil supports the efforts undertaken by the United Nations to achieve a ceasefire and the release of the abducted Israeli soldiers. We believe that the diplomatic and humanitarian initiatives currently being undertaken by Secretary-General Kofi Annan must be seriously considered by the Security Council with a view to obtaining an immediate cessation of hostilities and establishing conditions for achieving a durable solution to the crisis.”
2006-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5493Resumption1 (2006) · source
“Although we recognize Israel's right to self-defence, we are of the View that Israel should act with utmost restraint in order to avoid further civilian casualties and damage, which are likely to spur a new cycle of violence, causing more victims. Such restraint will be the key to any solution to the present crisis. Brazil condemns the disproportionate use of force that has resulted in the loss of innocent lives and heavy damage to the Lebanese and Palestinian infrastructure, in flagrant violation of the most basic principles of international humanitarian law. All forces in the conflict should allow humanitarian assistance to immediately reach the affected population. At least seven Brazilian nationals, including three children, perished as a consequence of the Israeli military incursions into southern Lebanon.”
2006-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5493Resumption1 (2006) · source
“It is with deep sorrow that we are once again witnessing the escalation of violence in the Middle East. The spiralling and unchecked use of force that started in Gaza has reached Lebanon. The conflict, which is deplorable per se, is now characterized by a rapidly growing use of indiscriminate force. Brazil strongly condemns the attacks perpetrated by Hizbollah, initiated by the kidnapping of two military personnel. Those attacks have killed or wounded several military and civilian persons in northern Israel. We also condemn the attacks carried out in Gaza. No cause or grievance justifies terrorism, which we firmly repudiate. Brazil reiterates the provisions of resolution 1559 (2004), which calls for the dismantling and disarmament of all militias in Lebanon.”
2006-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5493Resumption1 (2006) · source
“I should like to reiterate the commitment of Brazil to Timor-Leste. We will persist in our efforts, both bilateral and multilateral, to help the people and the Government of Timor-Leste to find peace, stability and development, as stressed yesterday by President Lula da Silva in a letter to President Xanana Gusmao. At this time, I would emphasize that this Council, this Organization and its Member States should not only send a strong message of support for Timor-Leste, but also take the requisite measures to make it real.”
2006-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5457 (2006) · source
“Beyond security, other relevant areas certainly include helping to strengthen the rule of law, assisting in humanitarian relief, extending cooperation for development, addressing issues related to human rights, promoting institution-building through institutional support, and capacity-building within the context of preparations for the coming elections in 2007. Within such a framework, we would welcome the creation of mechanisms that could bring to justice the perpetrators of the unlawful acts that have claimed innocent lives in May and June. The United Nations Office in Timor-Leste has played its role in Timor-Leste. A technical rollover resolution should serve only to prepare for a new stage in international efforts. The Council should not delay too long the decision to reassess the United Nations presence.”
2006-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5457 (2006) · source
“As a member of the core group and a sister Portuguese-speaking country, we look forward to hearing concrete proposals on the best format for the United Nations presence. At this point, a full-fledged peacekeeping operation, with a major police component and a broad nation-building capacity, appears to be an appropriate response, in line with the request made by the Timorese President, Prime Minister and Speaker of Parliament in their letter dated 11 June. At this point, the Council should give priority to restoring security. The 2007 elections should serve as a time reference for positive domestic and international action. A proactive United Nations engagement is also needed in addressing underlying elements of the present crisis.”
2006-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5457 (2006) · source
“The United Nations and its Member States must act in a manner that reassures Timor-Leste of their commitment and assist that country with the necessary means to overcome the present situation. A stronger United Nations presence should be carefully planned and implemented in order to help restore stability and allow the political forces in the country to solve their differences in a peaceful manner. The Council should continue to work closely with the Government. It should also discuss with the four countries ways and means of strengthening cooperation on the ground. In due course, all security contributions should be placed under the United Nations umbrella, with proper mechanisms of command and control and accountability.”
2006-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5457 (2006) · source
“At this juncture, it seems essential for the Timorese to strive to make the foundations of political and legal institutions strong enough to allow different groups to express their opinions and to advance their claims without resorting to violence. In doing so, they will be acting in accordance with their courageous and relentless efforts to become independent and build a better country for themselves. Last May, I closed my statement by emphasizing that piecemeal solutions are neither positive nor viable, and I added that "[i]n our view, the Security Council must at this time deliver a strong, unequivocal message of support for Timor-Leste" (S/PV.5432, p. 30). That is becoming increasingly true.”
2006-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5457 (2006) · source