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“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of Brazil. Brazil is in favour of the referral of the situation in Darfur to the International Criminal Court (ICC). Nevertheless, Brazil was not able to join those members that voted in favour of the resolution. We remain committed to bringing to justice those accused of the crimes mentioned in the report of the Commission of Inquiry, and in that sense we are ready to fully cooperate whenever necessary with the International Criminal Court. The maintenance of international peace and the fight against impunity cannot be viewed as conflicting objectives. Brazil reiterates that the ICC provides all the necessary checks and balances to prevent possible abuses and politically motivated misuse of its jurisdiction.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“In favour: Argentina, Benin, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania Against: None Abstaining: Algeria, Brazil, China, United States of America The President: The result of the voting is as follows: 11 votes in favour, none against and 4 abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 1593 (2005). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document 8/2005/60, containing a letter dated 31 January 2005 from the Secretary-General, transmitting the report of the International Commission of Inquiry on Darfur. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2005/218, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. If I hear no objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Sudan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Erwa (Sudan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now resume its consideration of the item on its agenda. I welcome the presence of the Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, at this meeting.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“In accordance with its mandate in This statement will be issued as a document of resolution 1580 (2004), it reaffirms UNOGBIS's the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2005/14. role in encouraging and supporting national efforts to reform the security sector." The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting me at 5.45 pm.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“It welcomes, in this regard, the holding on 11 February 2005, in Lisbon, of the 'Meeting of Guinea-Bissau's Partners to prepare for the Roundtable Conference' and stresses the importance of strong participation in the Donor Roundtable Conference scheduled for October 2005. "The Security Council welcomes initial measures taken by the Chief of General Staff regarding the process of reform of the Armed Forces and the promotion of reconciliation among the military. The Council further encourages full inclusiveness and renewed commitment to reconciliation in the Armed Forces, and development of constructive civilian-military relations based on the Armed Forces as an institution subordinated to the elected civilian authorities.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council stresses, at the same time, the urgent need for international support to the electoral process. It recalls previous appeals for increased international assistance to Guinea-Bissau, including to the forthcoming presidential elections, as part of an urgently needed peacebuilding strategy in that country. "The Security Council calls upon Guinea- Bissau's international development partners, including all concerned agencies of the United Nations system, to cooperate fully with the Government of Guinea-Bissau, which has been fully engaged in the implementation of the Transition Charter and in efforts to promote transparency and good governance.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“In this regard, the Council strongly condemns any attempts to incite violence and to impede ongoing efforts towards peace, stability and social and economic development. "The Security Council expresses its growing concern at recent political developments in Guinea-Bissau, in particular the decision by the 'Partido da Renovacao Social' - PRS - to select ex-President Koumba Yala as its presidential candidate. Any decision, such as this, that challenges the Transitional Charter has the potential to jeopardize the successful conclusion of the transitional process and forthcoming presidential elections. "The Security Council expresses also its deep concern at the fact that peace efforts have not yet generated sufficient social and economic benefits for the population that could discourage the use of force.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document S/2005/ 174, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on developments in Guinea-Bissau and on the activities of the United Nations Peacebuilding Support Office in that country. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council. "The Security Council recognizes some progress made in some areas in Guinea-Bissau, including the electoral process, and urges all political actors in the country to show unequivocal commitment to a peaceful electoral process, leading to peaceful, transparent, free and fair elections, by refraining from inspiring or promoting any sort of ethnic or religious hostilities, particularly with a View to obtaining political gains.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Guinea-Bissau in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Cabral (Guinea-Bissau) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5157 (2005) · source
“It should draw on the views and opinions of the majority of its Members to make itself more capable of dealing with the ever-changing challenges and threats on the international scene. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.20 pm.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Ultimately, the full credibility of the Court is directly proportional to its universality. We therefore encourage States that have not yet done so to accede to the Rome Statute. In closing, I would like to thank all delegations that participated in this debate, in particular the African delegations. Their insightful comments and suggestions and their constructive contributions have greatly added to the liveliness of this valuable debate. I certainly hope that the many rich and articulate ideas contained in those statements will provide food for thought for all of us as Members of the Organization. The United Nations finds itself on the verge of major reform.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Thirdly, and finally, on the highly important issue of combating impunity, my delegation believes that primary responsibility for bringing perpetrators to justice belongs to local courts and tribunals. However, in some cases, local institutions do not have the capacity to investigate and prosecute, and, in other cases, the fight against impunity may be hampered by reluctant authorities. In such cases, we believe that the Council should look to the International Criminal Court (ICC), given its international status, permanent structure and mandate. With two investigative processes already under way, and another under consideration, the ICC is proving to be an effective tool of deterrence and, as such, will greatly contribute to international security.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Another fact to be stressed is that peace processes currently being undertaken in Africa rely on growing regional and subregional African diplomatic efforts and military components, thus demonstrating the strong and increasingly effective commitment of African States to intra-African solutions. Nevertheless, we should not expect the region to provide all the resources it needs to keep and build peace. The larger international community must do its share. In that regard, we also believe that the interests and general views of Africa would receive greater consideration if the Council were to count on the permanent membership of African countries. Brazil supports the proposal that two new permanent seats be conferred on the African regional group and welcomes the prospect of that occurring.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“The Council has been carrying out regular missions to Africa, and we believe that the practice should be maintained and even increased. As well, resorting to alternative means of dialogue with non-governmental institutions, whether international non-governmental organizations or local representatives of civil society, should be stimulated. The closer cooperation between peacekeeping operations and political missions deployed in the same region, as well as coordination among United Nations offices and agencies in different countries, is yet another recent and very positive development in peacekeeping that must be further supported and advanced. The various United Nations presences in West Africa, and those in the Great Lakes region, are demonstrating the gains that can be obtained through their coordinated efforts and joint activities.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Yet, the views of those directly linked to conflicts under review and their particular assessment of the constraints on, and the possibilities for, the action of the United Nations must be duly taken into consideration. Nor should the increased cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations, such as the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States and the Southern African Development Community in the case of Africa, be in any way disregarded. In that context of amassing tools for decision- making, the delegation of Brazil is also highly supportive of regular Security Council missions to countries in conflict. Missions of the Security Council provide a unique opportunity for members to engage in the realities of the conflicts the Council is seized of.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Secondly, the decision-making process within the Security Council would be substantially improved by making use of first-hand information regarding conflicts in Africa. For instance, only two days ago, the Council was briefed by the representative of the African Union mediators on the crisis in C6te d'Ivoire, who provided the Council with vivid testimony of the challenges before the Council as it seeks to achieve the goals of promoting peace and security in that country. Certainly, members of the Council benefit from high-quality information provided by the Secretariat - which is very useful - as well as from individual members of the Council.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Military action is needed and is crucial if we are to provide security and ensure that fragile peace processes can flourish. However, in parallel, we need concrete action to lead people out of the vicious circle of hopelessness and immediate gain, thereby providing for a sustainable peace. The international community - meaning all of us - has to help provide the alternatives. We have to cooperate for stable and democratic institutions to be built and for primary humanitarian needs to be attended to. We have to alleviate poverty and provide education through direct assistance, and ensure development and employment through fair trade. It is only when the peace dividends are palpable for the people in countries in conflict that the probability of recurrence of conflict will subside.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“We are also eager to discuss proposals, in the context of the reform of the Organization, on the establishment of a peacebuilding commission that would help bring together the objectives of peace and security on one hand, and sustained development on the other. After working in the Council for 15 months now, and having accompanied it from this chair for one month, I daresay this Chamber needs a new perspective. A new dimension should be added to our approach - and that, of course, is sustainability. The Council is responsible for peace and security, not for a year, not for two years, not for the short while when there is a peacekeeping operation deployed to distant countries and provinces. No: the Council is consistently responsible for a peace that can be sustained in time.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“We welcome the greater involvement of the Economic and Social Council in this task, in particular by means of the creation of ad hoc working groups such as those established for Burundi and for Guinea-Bissau. Nevertheless, we believe that these joint efforts - placing the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council on the same board - still lack the formal institutional frameworks and adequate channels necessary to maximize the quality of their responses. My delegation has consistently advocated, over the years, the adoption of rules and procedures to put Article 65 of the Charter fully into force, in order to explore its many potential benefits.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“There were even comments relating to the subject of the wrap-up meeting on the African dimension itself to the effect that it should be undertaken on a regular basis. It is my delegation's intention to provide, at a later stage, a summary of the ideas discussed, which we will be pleased to circulate all Members of the United Nations. I wish now to make some comments related specifically to Brazilian national views on these matters. First, addressing the deep-rooted social and economic causes of conflict in Africa, as a way to prevent either their outbreak or their resurgence, seems to be a vanguard task to be tackled by the United Nations as a whole.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“There were many references to institutional dialogue among the principal bodies of the United Nations, in particular the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. Some delegations also acknowledged the need for other concerted efforts, including fair trade and development assistance, as well as the greater involvement of international financial institutions, programmes and agencies to that end. Delegations also referred to the recent recommendations of the Secretary-General contained in the report entitled "In larger freedom" (A/59/2005), especially with regard to the establishment of a peacebuilding commission. Some delegations made concrete proposals in that regard. Other aspects were also covered in this rich debate.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“We must never cease to question and to improve our methods of work, our political perceptions, our cost-benefit analyses and our structure. The Council must look forward to major improvements on all these and many other fronts. The statements delivered today covered a wide range of important issues, and I would like to mention just a few of them. A number of delegations pointed out the importance of strengthening interaction with the African Union and regional organizations on the basis of more intensive cooperation and coordination with regard to conflict prevention and management. Some delegations underlined the root causes of African conflict and the need to combine peace and security efforts with long-term development strategies.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“However, this strong trend may also be interpreted as the simple result of the Council's not being effective enough in early crisis identification and conflict avoidance. It has been argued that the Council must evolve from the logic of resolution to that of the prevention of conflict. The delegation of Brazil supports that evolution. The mixed picture offered by the results of the Security Council's engagement in Africa should lead us to further reflection. Side by side, there are success stories and textbook cases of the re-emergence of conflict. While the Council can benefit from past experience, it must accept that the international order is in a state of flux. As a principal organ of the United Nations, the Council must also be ready for a permanent process of evolution.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Secondly, we chose this subject because of our historical and cultural ties with the nations of the African continent, which make us particularly sensitive to their aspirations and concerns about living in peace, prosperity and security. Brazil has the second largest population of African descent in the world - the largest outside Africa. All told - including both consultations and formal meetings - the Council held some 25 meetings on African issues during March: 25 meetings in 24 working days. These figures give us an idea of the time, attention and resources that the Council devotes to Africa, and they reflect the fundamental interest of the United Nations, as a universal Organization, in tackling conflict situations on that continent.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“The reason the delegation of Brazil chose this subject - the African dimension in the work of the Security Council - is quite clear. African issues currently add up to more than 60 per cent of the Council's agenda. While, until 1997, most United Nations operations were deployed in Europe and the Middle East, we have, since 1998, been witnessing a steady increase of peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts in Africa. The work of the Council during the month of March, highly concentrated on African issues, is not an exception to this trend. In no other matter can the Council's work as a whole be better assessed or evaluated.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of Cuba for his kind words addressed to my country, Brazil. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Brazil. I would like to thank all the delegations that have taken part in this wrap-up meeting on the work of the Security Council for the month of March 2005. My delegation believes that exercises of this nature, which seek to enhance interaction and to promote constructive debate between members and non-members of the Council, should be encouraged and embraced as a regular practice. On the one hand, the Council greatly benefits from the exchange of views. On the other, the wider membership is exposed to a variety of opinions, concepts and stances that influence and shape the Council's decisions. It is therefore an exercise in exchange of views, transparency and accountability.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of the United Republic of Tanzania for the kind words he addressed to me. I now call on the representative of Tunisia.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of the Gambia for the kind words he has addressed to me. I now give the floor to the representative of Somalia.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of the Russian Federation for his kind words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of the Gambia, to whom I give the floor.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of Indonesia for his kind words addressed to me. I would also like to take this opportunity, on behalf of the Council, to extend our condolences with respect to the recent earthquake in Indonesia, which saddened us all very much. I request the representative of Indonesia to convey to his Government that expression of condolence.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of Egypt for his words addressed to me. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Pakistan, to whom I give the floor.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I thank the representative of Morocco for his kind words addressed to my Government, to me and to my country, Brazil. I now give the floor to the representative of Egypt.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“This wrap-up session should not be an occasion for readdressing the particularities of specific situations in Africa; it should provide for an institutional debate that builds on previous discussions vis-a-vis the current agenda of the Council and its methods of work. On the procedural aspects related to this wrap-up session, it has been agreed that members and non- members of the Security Council are to alternate with every three speakers in delivering their statements. The order has been established by drawing lots. We would encourage concise and focused statements, which should not go far beyond the five minutes that have been stipulated. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their text in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Action by the Council has resulted in some cases of success and others in which the re-emergence of conflict has occurred. The current mandates established by the Council benefit highly from those experiences of the past. The Security Council's assessment of its work, methods and procedures must be an ongoing process. The wrap-up meeting we are holding today should offer an opportunity to discuss the manner in which that is reflected in the daily work of the Council when addressing African subjects. During this month of March, the Council has already adopted five resolutions on African issues. A number of reports - more than 10 - have been issued and considered by the Council. More than 20 formal and informal meetings related to the situation in different countries in Africa have been held.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I would like to commend those delegations that have requested to participate in this meeting. In its national capacity, the Brazilian delegation sent a letter to the Secretary-General (S/2005/ 188), to which is annexed a background paper that provides information regarding the discussion we are now to undertake. Over the years, inter- and intra-State conflicts in Africa have required the attention and involvement of the Security Council, in line with its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. The response of this Council to each particular case has varied during these years, and a number of best practices and lessons learned have been gradually incorporated into its usual approach.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I should like to draw the attention of members to document S/2005/188, containing the text of a letter dated 18 March 2005 from the Permanent Representative of Brazil to the United Nations addressed to the Secretary-General. At this stage, I would like to make some introductory remarks with regard to the objectives, scope and procedures of this wrap-up meeting. Today, the Security Council is holding a wrap-up meeting on the African dimension in the work of the Security Council. In prior consultations, members of the Council agreed that this should be a public meeting that non-members of the Council would be encouraged to attend.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Belarus, Cuba, Egypt, the Gambia, Indonesia, Luxembourg, Morocco, Pakistan, Rwanda, Somalia and Tunisia, in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reservedfor them at the side of the Council Chamber.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1592 (2005). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10 am.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5155 (2005) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members have before them the seventeenth report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, document S/2005/167. Members of the Council also have before them document 8/2005/207, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5155 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ileka (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5155 (2005) · source
“At this tage, 1 should like to inform members that I have received a request from the delegation of France that consideration of this item be delayed [or 24 hours. As President, I am agreeable to that request. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan The meeting rose at 9.55 (mm”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5154 (2005) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6.50 p.m.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“In favour: Argentina, Benin, Brazil, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America Against: None Abstaining: Algeria, China, Russian Federation The President: The result of the voting is as follows: 12 votes in favour, none against and 3 abstentions. The draft resolution has been adopted as resolution 1591 (2005). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“Members of the Council have before them documents S/2005/57 and Addendum 1, S/2005/68, S/2005/I4O and S/2005/60. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2005/206, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United States of America. I welcome the presence at this meeting of the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. Kofi Annan. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Sudan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Erwa (Sudan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“I thank Mr. Pahad for the clarifications he has provided. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 6p.m.”
2005-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5152 (2005) · source
“The delegation of Brazil wishes the mediators every success and welcomes any follow- up information they may share with us in the future. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Cote d'Ivoire, to whom I give the floor.”
2005-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5152 (2005) · source
“We urge them to seize the opportunity offered by the upcoming summit in Pretoria and to work constructively with the mediation team. In closing, I would like to express Brazil's appreciation to the African Union and, in particular, to President Obasanjo and President Mbeki, for their tireless efforts in C6te d'Ivoire, as well as to the Economic Community of West African States for its many initiatives aimed at preserving stability in the region. We have long discussed - in the Security Council, as well as in the General Assembly - the framework for cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations. We see it in the making in West Africa, and it is a very positive lesson upon which we will build.”
2005-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5152 (2005) · source
“Those elections may be held only if there is sufficient security on the ground and if certain preconditions are met, including the adoption of relevant legislation, in conformity with the spirit of Linas-Marcoussis, and the disarmament of the rebels and militias. The continuing impasse between the major actors in C6te d'Ivoire jeopardizes even the October elections and, in consequence, the stability of the entire region. West Africa cannot afford to find itself mired again in instability and conflict, and Brazil therefore urges the Government and the rebel forces to reach a common vision of the future and to participate in good faith in the plan of action laid out by President Mbeki and his team for sustainable peace in Cote d'Ivoire.”
2005-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5152 (2005) · source