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1. “The EU calls upon States in the region, in particular Kenya, to fully cooperate with the ICTR in accordance with their legal responsibilities. On this occasion, let me remind the Council that the EU has adopted three common positions and a Council regulation in order to support the effective implementation of the mandate of the ICTY. The EU commends both Tribunals for their ongoing efforts to take all possible measures to complete all trial activities at first instance by the end of 2008 and to complete all work in 2010. However, the EU takes note of the estimated delay to the original completion strategy deadlines due a number of factors, including the late capture and transfer of fugitive indictees.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

2. “In the context of the ICTY, the EU remains absolutely committed to seeing all four remaining indictees face international justice. The EU regrets that Serbia's cooperation during the last reporting period concerning the apprehension of fugitives remains unsatisfactory. Statements made by Serbian President Tadie following the recent elections on making cooperation with the ICTY one of the new Government's priorities are encouraging. It must be emphasized that full cooperation with the ICTY is a State responsibility, regardless of which Government is in office. The EU takes note that much work still remains to be done to facilitate cooperation between States of the region in the investigation and prosecution of alleged war criminals.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

3. “While the EU commends the arrest of Mr. Nzabonimana, a top- level fugitive, by Tanzanian authorities, at the same time it urges all States immediately and unconditionally to cooperate with both Tribunals, in full adherence to their obligations under the relevant Council resolutions. The EU remains absolutely committed to ensuring that all remaining fugitive indictees face international justice. Full cooperation with the Prosecutor's Offices of both Tribunals by providing access to archives and documents; access to and protection of witnesses; and, in particular, tracking, arresting and surrendering the remaining fugitives is paramount for the successful completion process. We call on all those involved to redouble their efforts to expedite the arrest and surrender of the remaining fugitive indictees.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

4. “The Tribunals' achievements have clearly proven that peace and justice can go hand in hand, and it remains our firm conviction that they should go hand in hand. In our view, the Tribunals have invaluably contributed to the restoration of peace and stability. Shocking crimes, as we have seen in those conflicts, should not go unpunished and the perpetrators of those crimes must be held accountable for their acts. The EU deeply regrets that, despite the continuing appeals from the international community, 17 indictees are still at large - four indicted by the ICTY and 13 by the ICTR - and that among those are some of the key persons allegedly responsible, such as Ratko Mladic, Radovan Karadzic and F elicien Kabuga. Since the most recent completion strategy report was issued, only one fugitive has been arrested.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

5. “Jallow, for providing today's briefings on the implementation of the respective Tribunals' completion strategies. The European Union wishes to reiterate its strong support for the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). During the years of their existence, the Tribunals have made an important contribution to international law. They have sent a clear signal that transparent and effective international criminal justice is viable. By bringing to justice persons responsible for serious violations of international humanitarian law and by rendering justice to the victims, the Tribunals have invaluably contributed to the restoration of peace and stability and to the promotion of the rule of law in the affected areas.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

6. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Montenegro; the European Free Trade Association countries Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the European Economic Area; as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia align themselves with this declaration. In the interests of time, I will deliver an abbreviated version of the EU statement. A complete and official version is being distributed in the Chamber. At the outset, we would like to express our appreciation to you, Sir; the Presidents of both Tribunals Judge Pocar and Judge Byron; and the Prosecutors; Mr. Brammertz and Mr.”

   2008-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5904 (2008) · source

7. “Equally important is the provision of reliable data to the Security Council through monitoring and reporting, so that the Council can develop targeted and effective strategies for civilian protection. Nevertheless, fundamental to the protection of civilians is the resolution of the conflicts that cause their suffering. In order to reach this goal, we need to continue the hard work to establish concepts of conflict prevention and reach peace, to which the European Union remains firmly committed.”

   2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

8. “The European Union encourages members to provide their full support to the International Criminal Court by acceding to the Rome Statute. We also call on all Member States, especially States parties to the Rome Statute, to cooperate fully with the Court. Universality and our full support are crucial if we are to end impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes against civilians. When we succeed in establishing the rule of law and proper judicial systems, we will have contributed greatly to durable peace and stability. We have highlighted the primary responsibility of Member States and the increased importance of regional actors, peacebuilding and prevention strategies. What is now required is a more systematic assessment of the lessons we have learned.”

   2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

9. “One of the last points that we would like to make pertains to the fact that we continue to be appalled at the high degree of impunity that has been allowed to exist, which sends the message that the international community is not prepared to take action, even when fundamental human rights are breached. There is no doubt that perpetrators of crime must be held accountable for their actions; but, regrettably, impunity prevails in many cases of conflict owing to the lack of action. That impunity often leads to a circle of violence. The role of the International Criminal Court is clearly central in the fight against impunity in general. The Court is seized with a number of situations, and, more importantly, its activities and its very existence have also had a preventative effect.”

   2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

10. “Furthermore, the need to address the issue of housing, land and property becomes highly significant as people are forced to leave their homes and lands. Another issue that needs to be addressed is that of cluster munitions. Our aim is to conclude a legally binding instrument prohibiting the use, production, transfer and stockpiling of cluster munitions, which cause unacceptable harm to civilians. Controlling small arms and preventing violence are multifaceted problems. The protection of civilians cannot be addressed comprehensively unless small- arms control policies are integrated into that framework.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

11. “The primary responsibility for preventing and addressing sexual violence lies with Member States. Nevertheless, combating sexual violence and the impunity on which it thrives requires efforts by the whole international community, including the Security Council. The Security Council should send a clear message of deterrence by referring situations of grave incidents of rape and other forms of sexual violence to the International Criminal Court. While addressing the vulnerability of civilians, we should also bear in mind the needs of refugees and displaced persons. The European Union calls for ensuring their protection, in particular by maintaining the security and civilian character of camps for refugees and internally displaced persons.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

12. “Given the particular vulnerability of women and girls, sexual violence seems to continue unabated, including in its most worrisome form as a policy to intimidate a civilian population. The European Union is deeply concerned about the continued use of sexual violence as a method of warfare that each year destroys the lives of thousands of women and girls, as well as men and boys. It is unacceptable that United Nations officials should be inactive witnesses to such atrocities or, even worse, be part of such acts. We therefore reiterate our full support for the zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual abuse and exploitation by United Nations personnel. In addition, we have also adopted the same policy in our own European security and defence policy operations.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

13. “An important aspect of protecting civilians in armed conflict is safe, timely and unimpeded passage of humanitarian relief for civilians in need. We are deeply disturbed by the increase in attacks deliberately targeting humanitarian workers. We would like to emphasize that reaching those in need is a fundamental principle of humanitarian assistance, and that facilitating the passage of humanitarian relief for civilians is required under international humanitarian law. We call upon all parties to armed conflict to comply with the relevant provisions of international 08-3528] humanitarian law, and in particular to stop attacking humanitarian workers. It is equally important to highlight that women, children, older persons and persons with disabilities, as well as other vulnerable groups, are especially affected by armed conflicts.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

14. “That recognizes the primary responsibility of States for protecting their own populations, but also underscores the shared responsibility of the international community to help in that regard. We also welcomed resolution 1674 (2006), which reaffirmed the responsibility of the international community to protect civilians from those appalling crimes when national authorities manifestly fail to protect them. That was truly a decision of historic magnitude, but it has not yet led to a sea change in the protection of civilians worldwide. The European Union emphasizes the need for further consideration by the Security Council of the responsibility to protect, as well as by the General Assembly, in order to find a practical approach to its implementation.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

15. “It is our opinion that concerns for the well-being and protection of civilians need to be mainstreamed into the activities of the Organization, and in particular into the decision making process of the Security Council - while recognizing that conflict prevention is a multi-stakeholder endeavour that also embraces civil society and the business community. The European Union commends the steps taken to strengthen the normative framework for the protection of civilians. In particular, we have welcomed the endorsement by heads of State and Government at the 2005 World Summit of the responsibility of each State to protect its population from genocide, ethnic cleansing, war crimes and crimes against humanity.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

16. “I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Holmes for his comprehensive and compelling briefing. The European Union is appalled by the number of civilians who continue to be victims and targets in armed conflicts. It is a sad reality that the changed 08-3528] nature of contemporary conflicts has placed the safety and security of unarmed men, women and children at even greater risk. We strongly believe that the situation of civilians in armed conflict would be more encouraging if the existing provisions of international humanitarian law and international human rights law were applied and observed.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

17. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries of Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates of Albania, Montenegro and Serbia, the European Free Trade Association country member of the European Economic Area, Iceland, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. In the interest of time, I shall deliver an abbreviated version of this statement. The complete official version is now being distributed in the Chamber. At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to discuss the issue of the protection of civilians at this important thematic debate of the Security Council.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

18. “We hope that the Commission will incrementally be able to consider countries that are more immediately post-conflict. In conclusion, I would like to thank the presidency of the Security Council for convening this constructive debate. Let me reaffirm that it is a priority for the European Union to continue to provide its expertise and resources to post-conflict peacebuilding around the world as a partner of the United Nations.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

19. “In particular, there is scope for increased EU/United Nations cooperation in support of the efforts of the African Union and African subregional organizations in establishing the African peace and security architecture. In that regard, the joint Africa/EU strategy and its first action plan provide a solid base for future developments. The European Union remains committed to playing an active role in supporting the peacebuilding efforts of the United Nations. In that regard, we recognize that the Peacebuilding Commission is a valuable international instrument that can help post- conflict States to overcome challenges to sustainable peace. We commend the work of the Peacebuilding Commission to date in promoting peace in Burundi, Sierra Leone and Guinea-Bissau.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

20. “The European Union agrees that effective cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations is essential. We recognize the important role of the United Nations in integrating political, security and development approaches in stabilization and recovery contexts. In many instances, post-conflict stabilization assistance provided under EU instruments is implemented in support of United Nations operations or even channelled through United Nations mechanisms. That cooperation must be pursued. The European Union remains committed to the strengthening of United Nations crisis management capacities, including on the basis of the joint statement on EU-United Nations cooperation in crisis management. That will continue to be a priority for the EU.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

21. “In both cases there is a need to identify leadership or agree upon a division of labour. At the international level, the key is coordination of action. On the ground, that agreement should materialize through cooperation by actors in order to consolidate action and achieve results. The European Union recognizes the importance of leadership on the ground and deploys EU special representatives who, together with the network of European Commission delegations in the field, work closely with the Secretary-General's special representatives and their staff in the field. As part of the EU crisis response toolbox, European Community tools were also upgraded to allow for more rapid and flexible funding of crisis response programmes.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

22. “The European Union firmly believes that adherence to the rule of law is critical to conflict prevention, stabilization of fragile and conflict-affected environments and sustainable long-term development. Peace and justice are not conflicting goals. The European Union strongly supports the International Criminal Court and its activities and remains convinced that there can be no sustainable peace without justice. The European Union underlines the importance of the international community coming together behind a common strategy as often as possible. When dealing with an immediate post-conflict phase, the international community needs to have a common strategy and a common understanding of what the needs are - what needs to be done, when and by whom - both at the international level and on the ground.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

23. “For example, an integrated approach to security sector reform is being put in practice by the EU in Guinea Bissau, where all aspects of the reform, civilian and military, are being addressed by the available EU instruments. The European Union underscores also the impact of climate change, which can significantly increase instability in fragile States by overstretching the already limited capacity of Governments to respond effectively to the challenges they face. The European Union also underlines the importance of effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000), on women and peace and security, recognizing the vital role of the active participation of women at all levels in post- conflict reconstruction and peacebuilding.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

24. “The European Union has been working to develop its role in this area over the past few years, based on its ability to draw on a broad range of security and development instruments and its widespread geographic presence. The recent period has seen both the strengthening of each set of tools and efforts to improve their coordination. Particular attention is being paid to integrating political, security and development concerns in the European Union's overall approach. Areas of support in which this integration is the most visible include security sector reform and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, with attention to the security-development nexus.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

25. “The European Union welcomes this debate on post-conflict peacebuilding and agrees that there are critical gaps in terms of leadership, civilian capability and speed and flexibility of funding. The European Union is committed to continue enhancing its own capacities to address these gaps through its various sources and to continue working with others, not least the United Nations, to that end. Efficient response to peacebuilding challenges in a post-conflict country largely depends on the capacity of the international community to come together behind a nationally owned common strategy in a coordinated and integrated way, cutting across the political, security and development fields, including in the immediate post-conflict phase.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

26. “I have the honour to address the Security Council on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland and Liechtenstein, members of the European Economic Area, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this declaration. In the interests of time, the EU will deliver an abbreviated statement. The complete and official statement is being distributed in the Council Chamber.”

    2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895Resumption1 (2008) · source

27. “The objectives set out in the Office's Work Plan need to be fully attained by the authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina in order to ensure a viable State. The overall goal is to make the transition as soon as possible, and the policy of ownership remains the principle. The European Union has a long-standing commitment to the stability of the Western Balkans region and will continue to fully and effectively support the European perspective for the Western Balkans, including Bosnia and Herzegovina. We highly appreciate and fully support the work of High Representative and EU Special Representative Miroslav Lajcak, whose efforts to ensure that Bosnia and Herzegovina evolves into a peaceful and viable democracy on course for integration into European institutions are indispensable.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

28. “We encourage all political forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina to unite their efforts to pursue with strong determination the reform agenda, including the priorities set out in the European Partnership Programme. Constitutional reform is essential for the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina. While they are not preconditions for concluding the Stabilization and Association Agreement, Bosnia and Herzegovina will need an efficient, functional and affordable constitutional framework and sustainable State structures and institutions to meet the challenges of European integration. The Peace Implementation Council Steering Board determined in February that the Office of the High Representative should remain in place and should continue to carry out its mandate under the Dayton Peace Agreement until the necessary objectives and conditions are met.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

29. “Thus, while there are still shortcomings, there are no obstacles to the signing of the Stabilization and Association Agreement with Bosnia and Herzegovina, which will take place as soon as technical preparations are concluded. The Stabilization and Association Agreement will be an essential framework for the relations between the European Union and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and it constitutes an important element in ensuring stability and strengthening dialogue within Bosnia and Herzegovina. We call on Bosnia and Herzegovina to undertake all efforts to begin implementing the Stabilization and Association Agreement immediately after its signature. We note in the report of the High Representative and EU Special Representative that in this election year, inter-party and inter-community tensions remain fraught.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

30. “Since the last discussion on this subject in the Security Council (see S/PV.5782), important developments have taken place in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The long-expected police reform is on track, with two police laws having been recently adopted, in implementation of the first phase of police reform. We would like to remind the Council that the agreement on police reform was one of the necessary conditions for concluding a Stabilization and Association Agreement with the European Union. In addition to police reform, there are three other key priorities with regard to which progress has been noted: building up the country's public administration, implementing public broadcasting legislation and cooperating with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

31. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the countries of the Stabilization and Association process and potential candidates Albania, Montenegro and Serbia, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Armenia, align themselves with this declaration. At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Miroslav Lajcak, High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina and EU Special Representative, for his report (S/2008/300, annex, enclosure) and for today's briefing on developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I would also like to welcome His Excellency Mr. Nikola Spirie, Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, to today's Security Council meeting.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

32. “The EU looks forward to the 1540 Committee's presentation of a comprehensive report to the Security Council no later than 31 July 2008, as requested in resolution 1810 (2008). To conclude, I would like once again to thank the Chairmen of the three Committees for their work. The EU will continue to promote universal adherence to the conventions and protocols forming the legal basis for the work of the United Nations in countering the terrorist threat, and we will continue to support their global implementation. We commend the work of the Security Council as a vital component in the efforts of the United Nations to combat the terrorist scourge, which is a threat to all States and to all peoples.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

33. “The EU remains fully committed to lending its full support to the work of the 1540 Committee in order to promote the universal implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). We are in the process of preparing a new Joint Action, within the framework of the implementation of the EU Strategy against the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction, to support the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), which will reflect the new tasks and priorities identified in resolution 1810 (2008). In that respect, the EU believes that making better and broader use of voluntary funding for the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) is essential, and we look forward to the forthcoming proposals of the 1540 Committee in that regard.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

34. “The EU commends the work of the 1540 Committee and its role in addressing the threat to international peace and security posed by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. At the same time, the EU believes that the efforts to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, including to non-State actors, must be strengthened and intensified. The EU is keen to see the Committee strengthen its role as a clearing house for facilitating technical assistance to help countries achieve full implementation of all aspects of Security Council resolution 1540 (2004). The EU also believes that a longer, three-year mandate will be key to ensuring better planning and funding of assistance. Country- specific outreach events, now explicitly authorized under the resolution, are also a promising development.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

35. “They also provide for better understanding of all that sanctions regimes can offer to assist States in their fight against terrorism. The EU welcomes the work put forward by the Committee in preparing the Preliminary Implementation Assessments within the framework of resolution 1373 (2001). We welcome the decision of the Counter-Terrorism Committee to reassess the status of implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) by all States and to report its findings to the Council. We look forward to seeing the results of the global survey of implementation, which will provide valuable information for the further work in the fight against terrorism. The EU welcomes the adoption of Security Council resolution 1810 (2008) and is encouraged by the extension of the mandate of the 1540 Committee until April 2011, as well as by its enhancement.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

36. “The effective continuation of CTED's work of facilitating capacity-building and advising the CTC on issues of implementation, including legal and technical issues, will enhance the CTC's ability to monitor implementation of resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005). The European Union welcomes and fully supports the organizational plan for CTED prepared by its Executive Director, approved by the Counter-Terrorism Committee and endorsed by the Security Council in its resolution 1805 (2008). The EU believes that the revised organizational plan provides an excellent basis for CTED's future work. The EU supports additional briefings to States and further visits to selected States, with their consent. These briefings and visits provide a means of direct communication and of listening to the suggestions and concerns of States.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

37. “In this respect, the EU welcomes the fact that the Committee has developed a methodology to identify possible cases of non-compliance and to address them in the most appropriate way. We look forward to the development of specific and general recommendations on what can be done to prevent the occurrence of such cases. As regards the work of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), the EU welcomes the adoption of Security Council resolution 1805 (2008), which extended the mandate of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED). The European Union recognizes the crucial role of CTED in supporting the CTC in the fulfilment of its mandate.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

38. “The Committee's decision to update a number of the tools and documents related to the consolidated list and to enhance dialogue between the Committee and States by creating a tool for voluntary, informal reporting will further improve its work. The EU recognizes the need to bring the consolidated list to wider attention, in particular to the attention of financial institutions. We believe that, in doing so, it would be useful to add more information to the list as to the primary reason for listing. We welcome the decision of the Committee to separate section E of the list from the rest of the list. We note that the Monitoring Team has reported some cases of non-compliance with the obligations under the sanctions regimes.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

39. “The EU has always emphasized the need to strengthen fair and clear procedures for placing individuals and entities on sanctions lists and for removing them, in order to enhance the effectiveness of targeted sanctions. In addition, the EU welcomes the decision of the 1267 Committee to address the problems in implementing the sanctions regime due to a lack of identifiers. Addressing these problems and providing additional identifiers will enhance the accuracy and quality of the list itself, thereby strengthening the effectiveness and credibility of the sanctions regime. In this regard, we welcome the decision of the Committee to continue to review and update the list and to consider which elements of its methodology could be improved.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

40. “In doing so, the Committee was supported in an effective manner by the Monitoring Team. We welcome the issuance of the seventh report of the Monitoring Team as an official United Nations document (see S/2007/677) containing relevant analysis and recommendations that will further improve the effectiveness of the Committee's work. We also look forward to receiving the eighth report of the Monitoring Team. The EU welcomes the continued determination of the Committee to improve procedures for listing, notification and de-listing of individuals and entities, to keep the consolidated list updated and to enhance public outreach and the efforts undertaken to implement these objectives.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

41. “Effective counter-terrorism measures and the protection of human rights are not conflicting, but rather complementary and mutually reinforcing, goals. Our action must be firmly based on due process and the rule of law. The EU would like to welcome efforts by the three Security Council Committees and their expert groups to enhance coherence and avoid duplication. Further, the EU would highly encourage the expert bodies of the Security Council Committees to continue enhancing their mutual cooperation. A coordinated approach will not only prevent duplication of work but also help maximize resources and ensure synergy in Security Council counter-terrorism work. We commend the 1267 Committee for the considerable progress made with regard to improving the effectiveness of the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions regime.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

42. “The full version is being distributed and constitutes our official statement. We welcome the briefings from the Chairmen of the three Committees. These Committees play an important role in the work of the United Nations in countering the terrorist threat. We appreciate the opportunity to hear more about their work as part of an open and transparent debate. Terrorism is a global threat that requires a global and comprehensive response. The EU reiterates once again that terrorism constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security, and that any acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable. The EU is convinced that any measures taken to fight this scourge must be in accordance with obligations under international law in particular international human rights law, refugee law, and international humanitarian law.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

43. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia, and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) country Norway, member of the European Economic Area, as well as Ukraine and Armenia, align themselves with this declaration. At the outset, let me congratulate you, Sir, upon your assumption of the presidency for the month of May. I would also like to thank South Africa for its stewardship of the Council in the previous month. The European Union is pleased to participate in today's debate. Due to time limitations, the EU will shorten its statement.”

    2008-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5886 (2008) · source

44. “We share the view that, in order to make real progress in preventing, combating and eradicating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons, States should focus on the strengthening, in particular, of physical security and stockpile management; destruction of surpluses; marking and tracing; strengthening export and border controls; and controlling brokering activities. States need to curb opportunities for the diversion of licit weapons and ammunition to illicit markets. We are confident that the Security Council will continue to pay particular attention to small arms and light weapons, and we call on all States to do their utmost to contribute to the fight against this scourge, which kills thousands of people every day. The EU will continue to play its part in this common endeavour.”

    2008-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5881 (2008) · source

45. “We call upon all Member States to participate in this important event and stress the need for a continued process at the global level on small arms and light weapons. In this regard, the EU also welcomes the latest report of the Secretary-General on small arms (S/2008/258). We strongly believe that the General Assembly's mandate to the Secretary-General to submit a report on implementation of the Programme of Action will greatly facilitate further consideration of implementation by all Member States as well as preparations for Biennial Meetings of States. The EU welcomes the Security Council's continuing engagement on the issue of small arms.”

    2008-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5881 (2008) · source

46. “We have committed ourselves to addressing that problem through the 2001 United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects. We will need to assess together our achievements and shortcomings in implementing the Programme of Action, which plays a vital role in stemming small arms and light weapons proliferation. In July this year, States will convene for the third Biennial Meeting to consider the national, regional and global implementation of the United Nations Programme of Action. We strongly support the approach of focused and results-oriented consideration of a few issues with a view to enhancing the implementation of the Programme of Action.”

    2008-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5881 (2008) · source

47. “The EU remains a major contributor to the fight against the dissemination of illicit small arms and light weapons and ammunition. In Africa, for example, the EU is financially supporting many actions in the field of small arms and light weapons, including stockpile destruction. The EU will continue to provide support, financial and technical, to Governments, non-governmental organizations and regional organizations and arrangements engaged in the fight against small arms and light weapons trafficking and misuse, and the elimination of dangerous small arms and ammunition stockpiles. We are committed to curbing the uncontrolled spread and misuse of small arms and light weapons and their ammunition, which cause hundreds of thousands of human deaths every year.”

    2008-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5881 (2008) · source

48. “The European Union sees the proliferation, widespread availability and illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons and their ammunition as among the most dangerous challenges and threats to global stability and security, as well as to economic and social development and prosperity. The easy availability of small arms and light weapons, their associated ammunition and explosives is a fuelling factor for the vast majority of conflicts. In December 2005, the European Union developed its fully-fledged strategy to combat the illicit accumulation and trafficking of small arms and light weapons and their ammunition. The EU small arms and light weapons strategy places under a single heading all the instruments, political and financial, at the disposal of the Union to fight the scourge that the illicit traffic of those weapons represents.”

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49. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; the countries of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia; as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia align themselves with this declaration. First of all, let me thank you, Sir, for convening this debate. I would also like to thank the Director and Deputy to the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs for her presentation of the report of the Secretary-General. In the interests of time, the European Union will shorten its statement. The full version is being distributed and constitutes our official statement.”

    2008-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5881 (2008) · source

50. “The European Union supports the call launched at the special summit of the Southern Africa Development Community for the expeditious release of the presidential election results, in accordance with the due process of law. It reiterates its concern at the prolonged and unexplained delay in releasing the presidential results, which is undermining the credibility of the process. In conclusion, I would like to thank South Africa for its leadership in convening this debate. Let me reaffirm that it is a priority for the European Union to continue providing its expertise and resources to peace and stability in Africa as a partner of both the United Nations and the African Union.”

    2008-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5868Resumption1 (2008) · source