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“In conclusion, I would also like to say that Bulgaria supports the wish expressed by the High Commissioner that a clear mandate be given by the Security Council to his Office to strengthen his capabilities, and those of MONUC, in order to improve the human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In this regard, I have a question for the High Commissioner: what might the nature of that mandate be? What form could it take? In his opinion, what is the timing of its entry into force; how soon should that be?”
2003-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4705 (2003) · source
“From this standpoint it seems to me that the ideas expressed by the High Commissioner regarding the establishment of a human rights observatory in the Congo and of an international commission to investigate the crimes committed are very timely. It is important that the Council give its complete support to these ideas. With regard to the immediate situation, it is important that those who are guilty of barbaric acts be brought without delay before the institutions of justice in the transitional authority being established. They alone can deal with these crimes and have international legitimacy recognized by the Security Council.”
2003-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4705 (2003) · source
“The report we just had from the High Commissioner of Human Rights is of grave concern, and it confirms these facts. It seems that the level of atrocities committed in the eastern part of the Congo has become completely untenable, and it is important that the Council give further consideration to this reality. From this standpoint it seems to me extremely useful for the Council to give greater attention to this aspect of the Congolese situation, and that it strengthen its cooperation with the High Commissioner for Human Rights. Mr. Guehenno said a few minutes ago, and I agree with him, that the future of the Congo cannot be based on a culture of impunity. This would be morally unacceptable, but in addition it could in no way contribute to the establishment of stable institutions and to national reconciliation.”
2003-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4705 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): I also wish to thank the Under-Secretary-General, Mr. Jean- Marie Guehenno, for his briefing on the military situation. As usual, his briefing was very complete and very useful. We also thank the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Sergio Vieiro de Mello, for his briefing, particularly following his courageous visit to Kisangani, in the Congo. What we have just heard strengthens my conviction that following the Pretoria agreements the different Congolese groupings and their foreign protectors are seeking to better position themselves before the entry into force of the final agreements and the establishment of the transitional authority. As we know full well from other conflicts, this period of instability is, unfortunately, most conducive to massive abuses of human rights.”
2003-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4705 (2003) · source
“Bulgaria would like to reaffirm its position that the implementation of regional infrastructure projects - in particular in the fields of telecommunications and transportation is the genuine answer, not only to the problems of Kosovo but also to those of the entire region.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“In that context, the presence of UNMIK and KFOR in Kosovo continues to be a key factor for stability and a guarantee of peace and stability. Bulgaria will continue to participate in the peacekeeping operations in Kosovo and to work within the regional framework so that this problem can be addressed with the utmost care. In 2003, even more attention should be focused on dealing with problems related to the shadow economy, organized crime and corruption. I should also mention the importance that my country attaches to the regional aspects of the Kosovar question, which is of paramount importance for the countries of the region.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“We also welcome the results achieved in dialogue between the Belgrade authorities and UNMIK. Bulgaria wholeheartedly supports the efforts of the Special Representative to combat organized crime and trafficking in human beings and to assist Kosovo in relaunching its economy. As Mr. Steiner said a short while ago, what is of interest to Kosovars is the improvement of their daily life. That is where the international community is needed, and that is where the success or failure of the efforts of the Security Council and of the international community will be able to be measured. In that connection, my country believes that Kosovo has not yet reached a level of economic and social development, nor political development, that would enable it to address the problem of definitive status within an immediate time frame.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“The idea of Serb military representatives and police returning to Kosovo will not likely contribute, in our View, to stabilizing the situation and could have consequences that are hard to predict. Bulgaria believes that the authorities of both Belgrade and Pristina must refrain from hasty political actions that could only aggravate the situation and destabilize Kosovo. Bulgaria welcomes the establishment of the UNMIK administration in northern Mitrovica. That is a positive sign that may improve life in that city and in the entire region. The dialogue between the authorities of Pristina and those of Belgrade must be strengthened; Mr. Steiner spoke of this. They must focus on practical issues that can improve the daily life of Kosovars and can thus create the climate for a lasting solution to the problem.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“We continue to believe that the policy established by the United Nations - "standards before status" and based on the benchmarks - is fundamental to a sustainable resolution of the problem of Kosovo. Like previous speakers, we consider that all those attempts could destabilize Kosovo and prevent the international community from achieving a solution to the problem within the framework of resolution 1244 (1999). Bulgaria is also concerned by recent acts of Violence, including those perpetrated against Orthodox churches, to which Ambassador Thomson referred a moment ago. These acts of Violence must cease. They are likely to discourage the Serb community from integrating into the life of Kosovo.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“For the transfer process to be a success, the Kosovar institutions must continue to expand their administrative and management capacities while ensuring equitable participation by the various ethnic groups. The set of rules of procedure governing the functioning of the administration is indispensable. Speakers who preceded me spoke of certain acts and of certain ideas, as well as of certain political officials - including representatives of the Kosovo Assembly and the Kosovar Government, but also others elsewhere - who have exceeded their mandates as established by the Constitutional Framework and who have assumed powers falling within the competence of the Special Representative. Those attempts are a source of concern for Bulgaria.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“Bulgaria, an associated country of the European Union, fully supports the statement that will be made shortly by the representative of Greece on behalf of the European Union. I shall therefore limit myself to a few brief comments in my national capacity. Bulgaria is convinced that the excellent work done by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and by Mr. Steiner must continue and that the transfer of responsibilities to the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government must continue exactly in the manner just described by Mr. Steiner. The Constitutional Framework is our basic reference point; it contains the benchmarks ensuring the necessary dynamic for this process.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): I would first like to thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting of the Council on Kosovo. I also thank Michael Steiner for his briefing, which was very detailed and specific, as usual. It painted an uncompromising picture of the situation in Kosovo, though without any unnecessary pessimism. I also express our thanks for the presence of the Secretary-General at the start of the meeting. This meeting comes two months after the Council's mission to Kosovo. I think that all those who participated in it were able to see what a good idea that mission was. I would especially like to thank Ambassador Peter Kolby of Norway for his leadership of the mission.”
2003-02-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4702 (2003) · source
“By adopting that draft resolution in due course the Council would reaffirm its resolve to keep the question of children affected by armed conflict as a priority issue on its agenda. The draft resolution is another effective step to make the world a safer place for all children. My delegation would like to thank you, Mr. President, for the extremely useful work of the French delegation in preparing it.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“We share the common concern expressed by Council members about how to have an impact on children on the ground. The normative framework has been more or less established. The challenge now is to find ways to implement it and make sure that it is complied with. The Secretary-General said earlier that it is time to usher in an era of application and respect for norms, and Bulgaria supports this appeal. We welcome the very important role played by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in combating the use of child soldiers in armed conflicts. The report prepared by the coalition of NGOs is a valuable document; it is important that the Council draw on the wisdom and ideas contained in that report. Bulgaria believes that the draft resolution prepared under the guidance of the French delegation is a decisive step.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“I take this opportunity to thank the delegation of Mexico, and Ambassador Aguilar Zinser in particular, for organizing the latest Arria formula meeting. Bulgaria recognizes the great importance of Security Council resolution 1379 (2001) and its specific role in making progress, particularly with regard to raising public awareness and the integration of child protection questions in peace programmes and peace agreements. Bulgaria is aware of the important role of child protection advisers. However, the outcome of the resolution is not entirely satisfactory. Despite the progress made, the overall situation of children exposed to war remains serious and totally unacceptable. Accordingly, we must respond to Mr. Otunnu's appeal for ongoing Council monitoring of this issue in line with the modalities he outlined.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“Those two important treaties, ratified by Bulgaria, are a good basis for reinforcing the responsibility of those that commit crimes against humanity, including the conscription and recruitment of children under the age of 15 into armed forces and the use of children in hostilities. Arria formula meetings with representatives of non-governmental organizations have also contributed to the Council's debates on the peace process. They indicate the need for close cooperation on this issue between the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict and the various partners of the United Nations system, particularly the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and UNICEF.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“The report includes a list of parties to armed conflicts that recruit or use child soldiers, in violation of relevant international obligations with respect to the issues on the Council's agenda. We hope that this approach will make it possible to better identify responsibilities and to have more precise information. Individuals guilty of exploiting children during conflicts should not enjoy impunity or benefit from amnesty provisions. Bulgaria welcomes the entry into force of the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the involvement of children in armed conflicts and of the International Criminal Court, which constitute a cornerstone in our collective efforts to put an end to the use of child soldiers.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“You were right, for it is indeed a scandal. We are dealing with a violation of the most elementary of human rights: the right of all children to live in peace and security. It was shocking to hear Ms. Bellamy state that 300,000 children are currently serving as soldiers. Beyond the statements that we can make today in the Security Council Chamber, what is important for the Council to do is, above all, to continue its efforts on this very important subject. One cannot overestimate the importance of a solid framework of norms, which is starting to be established and which has an impact on the ground. The report of the Secretary-General took an innovative approach on this issue by exposing those who violate humanitarian laws.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“I also pay tribute to the extremely vigorous and effective work of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General for Children and Armed Conflict, Mr. Olara Otunnu. I thank him for his presentation of the report. I also thank Ms. Carol Bellamy, Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). The Greek Presidency of the European Union will shortly make a detailed statement in the course of this meeting. Bulgaria, as an associated country of the European Union, fully associates itself with that statement. Today's meeting is a decisive stage in the efforts to end the recruitment of children in armed conflicts and their use as soldiers. The role of the Security Council is fundamental to those efforts, and Bulgaria welcomes that role. In your introductory remarks, Sir, you used the word "scandal".”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Mr. President, I would first like to congratulate you on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of January. I join in the tribute you paid to the presidency of Ambassador Alfonso Valdivieso during the month of December and to the important contribution of the five members of the Security Council whose mandate ended in December: Colombia, Ireland, Mauritius, Norway and Singapore. Bulgaria thanks you, Sir, for convening this important meeting of the Security Council to examine one of the most painful problems on our agenda. The Secretary-General has submitted to us an important report (S/2002/1299), which should become a milestone. Bulgaria fully associates itself with it.”
2003-01-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4684 (2003) · source
“Observation, monitoring and verification of respect for human rights were always important aspects of the implementation of civilian protection programmes. The Department of Political Affairs, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and other United Nations bodies that deal with protection should cooperate more closely to see to it that peace agreements that are negotiated have very broad scope and, within a political context, encompass humanitarian principles and priorities relating to human rights.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“The Security Council ought not to intervene only when violent incidents take place on a large scale. It should act proactively and collectively before these conflicts spread. The entry into force of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court on 1 July 2002 is a beacon of hope that finally we will be able to put an end to war crimes and crimes against humanity and, in particular, to end impunity. It is shocking to see how widespread is the impunity that has accompanied flagrant violations of human rights, in particular against civilians, in time of war. Bulgaria is determined to work for the success of the Court, which we feel is a turning point in the history of humanity's efforts to prevent war atrocities.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“The workshop on the situation in the Mano River region, held on 18 July 2002, helped us to assess the effectiveness of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone. I thank the delegation of the United Kingdom for successfully carrying out that exercise. The progress made in several current United Nations peacekeeping operations is in large part due to the presence of advisers on issues concerning women and children. However, we still have concerns. The impact of insecurity and the lack of access for humanitarian organizations are obvious in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Liberia, Afghanistan and elsewhere. The culture of prevention has not yet been fully mainstreamed. The protection of civilians would be better served if we could act further upstream.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“Decisive, timely measures are needed to put an end to the suffering of innocent victims of war, especially the great number of women and children. Bulgaria recognizes the fundamental and irreplaceable value of the aide-memoire of 15 March 2002. The objectives for protecting civilians that it contains offer a real opportunity for the Security Council to ensure that its mandates in conform with the requirements of the humanitarian community. We believe that the aide-memoire and the road map annexed to the present report will enable us to determine whether existing peacekeeping operations can effectively protect civilians. In our opinion, it would be useful to conduct periodic reviews on the impact on civilian populations of mandates created by the Security Council.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“This day is an opportunity to reflect on what we have accomplished in this area and to concentrate all our efforts on finding the resources to fill the gaps remaining, including - unfortunately - in the area of the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Civilians constitute the majority of war victims in many parts of the world. War is an everyday reality for millions of people. Even as we speak, men women and children are being killed, mutilated, raped, torn from their lands, imprisoned and tortured. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2002/ 1300) clearly and quite rightly indicates that over the last decade, more than 2.5 million people have died as a direct consequence of conflicts and that more than 31 million people have been displaced and uprooted.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to express to the President that I am grateful for her presence in New York and grateful to the Colombian delegation for organizing this meeting on a problem so important and urgent, as the Secretary- General has said. (spoke in French) I would also like to thank Under-Secretary- General Mr. Kenzo Oshima for his presentation of the excellent report of the Secretary-General and the Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Angelo Gnaedinger, for his extremely interesting briefing. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria fully supports the statement that will be made shortly by the Danish presidency of the European Union. Today, we are observing Human Rights Day and commemorate the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.”
2002-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4660 (2002) · source
“It is crucial that the National Liberation Forces (FNL) of Agathon Rwasa rejoin the peace negotiations and that progress be made in the talks with two other, smaller groups - J ean-Bosco Ndayikengurukiye's National Council for the Defence of Democracy-Forces for the Defence of Democracy (CNDD-FDD) and Alain Mugarabona's National Liberation Forces (FNL). I have one question for Deputy President Zuma: what does he think the chances are that those groups will end up joining the ceasefire agreement?”
2002-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4655 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Bulgaria, like other delegations, welcomed the Ceasefire Agreement signed in Arusha on 3 December last between the Government of Burundi and the main armed group, the Forces for the Defence of Democracy (FDD). That was an extremely positive development. I should like to commend South Africa and the Facilitator, Deputy President Zuma, for their tireless efforts in support of peace in Burundi. Deputy President Zuma has been extremely persistent and resolute in his work, and we pay tribute to him for his efforts. However, nothing has yet been definitively achieved, because not all of the people of Burundi have chosen peace. Achieving a comprehensive ceasefire is crucial.”
2002-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4655 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria supports the joint efforts of the United Nations Political Office in Bougainville (UNPOB) and the Peace Monitoring Group, as well as the efforts of the parties to find clear-cut criteria for implementing stage II of the weapons disposal plan. Finally, Bulgaria welcomes the intention of the Secretary-General to extend the mandate of the office for a one-year period. This will enable us to ensure the implementation of stage II of the weapons disposal plan, organize elections for an autonomous Bougainville government, and complete the peace process.”
2002-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4647 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria also welcomes the adoption of the legislative acts for the implementation of the Peace Agreement, especially the amendments to the constitution and basic law regarding peace talks in Bougainville. While we note with satisfaction the progress achieved for the implementation of the weapons disposal plan, my delegation is still concerned over information given us by Sir Kieran regarding some difficulties in the process, which is, however, essential for organizing elections in order to set up an autonomous Bougainville government. These are important safeguards for the holding of a referendum on the future of Bougainville.”
2002-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4647 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Welcome, again, to New York. My country would like to hail the determination and the sense of political responsibility of the leadership of Papua New Guinea and also the peace efforts made, especially by Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, who are giving substantial assistance in the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and are helping to assure political stability in Bougainville. Considerable progress has been achieved in the implementation of the Peace Agreement signed on 30 August 2001, and this should be welcomed. The Peace Agreement constitutes indisputable success for the people of Bougainville, as well as for Papua New Guinea, which has clearly shown its good will in settling the conflict in a peaceful and democratic manner.”
2002-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4647 (2002) · source
“The progress in the country's management is without question a good beginning for Timor-Leste, but serious, unresolved problems remain: there is a shortage of administrative capacity, particularly affecting the judiciary system; a truly modern infrastructure is lacking; and social stability remains fragile and the country faces the problem of the reintegration of ex-combatants and the return of refugees. My country highly appreciates the active role and personal commitment of the Secretary-General in the effective coordination of activities of the United Nations system in Timor-Leste. I would like to conclude by once again paying tribute to Ambassador Sharma and his team for the work they have done. I thank them all for their excellent work.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source
“We welcome the decision to maintain the Joint Border Committee, and we call upon the parties to continue their efforts to reach agreement on delimitation and demarcation of the border as soon as possible. My country also welcomes the decision by the Timor-Leste Government to sign a communique identifying 11 human rights goals. This is a clear commitment by political leaders to shoulder their responsibilities in defending human rights and developing democracy in the young country.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source
“We support UNMISET's efforts to implement its mandate under Security Council resolution 1410 (2002) within the established time frame. Bulgaria welcomes the effort to optimize the international presence in Timor-Leste by downsizing administrative personnel and better coordinating the international assistance received by the country. Good-neighbourly relations are at the very heart of the stability and economic development of Timor- Leste and of its becoming a part of the international community. We have already welcomed the creation by Timor-Leste and Indonesia of the Joint Ministerial Commission for Bilateral Cooperation to take up remaining problems between the two countries, inter alia, delimitation and demarcation of the border and the return of Timorese refugees.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source
“I would like to say that my delegation welcomes the fact that in the first five months since Timor- Leste's declaration of independence there has been tangible and lasting progress in the establishment and strengthening of nascent State institutions. The security situation is improving, good-neighbourly relations are continuing to be developed, in particular with Indonesia, and the new State is becoming increasingly integrated into the international community and regional organizations. Such success would not have been possible had it not been for both the efforts of the new Government and the indispensable assistance of concerned States and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). We should recognize the remarkable progress made in the transfer of functions from UNMISET to the new Timorese Administration, including the police.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his thorough and in-depth report on Timor-Leste. I also want to say how pleased I am to see Kamalesh Sharma, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), at the Council table. He is a very experienced diplomat and it is truly encouraging to see the Secretary-General represented in Timor-Leste by someone of his calibre. I wish to thank him for his very interesting presentation on the report of the Secretary- General. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria aligns itself with the statement to be made by Denmark on behalf of the Union. I would therefore like to make some comments in my national capacity.”
2002-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4646 (2002) · source
“Resolution 1441 (2002) is in perfect harmony with my country's dedication to multilateralism as a governing principle of international relations. My country believes that the resolution sends a strong message to the Baghdad authorities concerning the consequences of any Iraqi failure to comply with Security Council resolutions. The Iraqi authorities hold the fate of their country in their own hands. If they comply with the resolution, the lifting of sanctions would be at hand.”
2002-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4644 (2002) · source
“As stated a short while ago, his wisdom and far-sightedness have always been present and will be useful to us in the coming months. I should also like to reaffirm Bulgaria's full support for Mr. Hans Blix, for Mr. Mohamed E1 Baradei and for their teams. We have full confidence in their professionalism, impartiality and independence. We appeal to the Security Council and to all Members of the United Nations to continue to offer them their unswerving support now that they have been given one of the most difficult and highly responsible missions ever assigned in the history of the United Nations. Bulgaria solemnly urges Iraq to cooperate fully with the inspectors. My country welcomes the fact that the resolution categorically reaffirms the centrality of the Security Council in our decision-making process.”
2002-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4644 (2002) · source
“We are very gratified that all of our proposals to improve the text have been taken into account. We thank the sponsors of the resolution, the United States of America and the United Kingdom, as well as all other members of the Security Council - particularly the French delegation- that contributed to reaching this consensus. This resolution is not a pretext for automatic recourse to the use of force. Rather, it attests to the international community's determination to work tirelessly for Iraq's disarmament through peaceful means. We welcome the fact that it contains a strengthened and clarified mandate for UNMOVIC and IAEA inspectors. I take this opportunity to thank the Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, for his extremely useful efforts to resolve the issue of Iraq's disarmament.”
2002-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4644 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Bulgaria has voted in favour of resolution 1441 (2002), convinced that it offers a genuine chance to achieve peace. My country was among the first members of the Security Council that declared themselves in favour of a resolution that would give Iraq one final chance to convince the international community that it possesses no weapons of mass destruction and that it is prepared to destroy, under the supervision of the inspectors of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), any such weapons that it might possess. Now, the resolution is a fact. It has been approved unanimously. We welcome that. We have worked tirelessly to reach such unanimity.”
2002-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4644 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria reaffirms its belief that regional infrastructure projects, particularly in the areas of telecommunications and transport, represent the least costly and most effective way of investing in the stability and security of the region as a whole.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“In this context, we regret the very low turnout of the Serb population in the elections, and we support Jean-Marie Guehenno's appeal for greater participation, which is the only way to improve the lot of the Kosovo Serb community. We call on the political leaders of Kosovo to bring their authority and influence to bear in order to develop a climate of human and inter-ethnic tolerance in the province. The continuing existence of areas of ethnic tension and of confrontational attitudes between ethnic communities is a matter of concern. That situation cannot be tolerated. Bulgaria also appeals for continued intensive dialogue between UNMIK and the Belgrade authorities with a view to finding an acceptable solution to all the questions relating to the lasting return of refugees and the decentralization of Kosovo.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria confirms its absolute support for the policy of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Michael Steiner, and for the endeavours of UNMIK aimed at ensuring the equitable participation of all ethnic communities in the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government at all levels. Some progress has already been achieved in this area, but much remains to be done - Jean-Marie Guehenno has spoken eloquently in that regard. Only eight of the 24 municipalities are multi-ethnic in nature and in those municipalities the participation of minorities is proportional to their number. We welcome that - but eight out of 24 municipalities is insufficient.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria will continue actively to support the efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, the Kosovo Force, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the Council of Europe and other international organizations working in Kosovo with a view to re- establishing normal living conditions for all the inhabitants of the region, whatever their ethnic origin. We welcome the measures taken with a view to enhancing the effectiveness of the work of the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government, including the stated intention of the Assembly to consider one bill per week, as well as the matrix that has recently been introduced to allow better control of the legislative process.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“That represents an important step towards the promotion of democracy, the rule of law and the establishment of functional local-authority institutions. The local-authority bodies that will be formed in the future on the basis of the election should help to provide solutions to the main problems of the province and its population, namely strengthening the process of creating democratic institutions, establishing the primacy of law, combating organized crime and corruption, and ensuring economic development and respect for human rights.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): I would like first of all to thank you, Mr. President, on behalf of my delegation, for having convened this meeting. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General for his most recent report on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo and Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno for his very detailed and useful briefing. My delegation unreservedly concurs with his assessment. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria fully associates itself with the statement to be made later by the representative of Denmark on behalf of the Union. I shall therefore confine myself to some brief comments in my national capacity. Bulgaria welcomes the holding in Kosovo, in a peaceful and unhindered manner and under the auspices of the international community, of municipal elections.”
2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria believes that we should continue to consider this issue in the Council with a view to finding the best way to tackle these deplorable phenomena. The idea of creating an autonomous mechanism has been suggested, and Bulgaria agrees with that proposal. In conclusion, I would like to emphasize my country's commitment to working tirelessly as a non- permanent member of the Security Council to put an end to the illegal exploitation of the resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo so that the people of that country, who have suffered so greatly in recent years, might finally be able fully to benefit from the wealth of their country.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In that regard, my delegation supports the recommendation of the Panel of Experts that a monitoring body be set up for the Great Lakes region. Other similar avenues could be explored, such as extending the mandate of the Panel of Experts. The report of the Panel of Experts contains findings on individuals and companies referred to in earlier reports that have been implicated in other African conflicts. That is a further illustration of the fact that sometimes the same individuals and companies are involved in several trafficking activities on the African continent. This morning, Ambassador Levitte and others made some very interesting comments in this regard, and my delegation fully agrees with those analyses.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria believes that it is essential to continue to follow closely the situation with regard to the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the link that exists between such exploitation and the continuation of the conflict, so as to put an end to such illegal exploitation. It must be said that the work of the Panel of Experts has proved useful, not only in shedding light on illegal practices, but also in helping to advance the peace process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We believe that the Security Council must preserve the monitoring capacity of the Panel so as to ensure that the illegal exploitation of Congolese resources is considerably reduced.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“My delegation believes that in order to consolidate peace and security in the Great Lakes region in the long term, an international conference must be convened on peace, security, democracy and sustainable development in the region. In that connection, Bulgaria supports the recommendation of the Panel of Experts to convene such a conference. In- depth preparations should be undertaken in this respect, with the participation of the countries of the region and international actors, in particular the United Nations, the European Union, the African Union and the Bretton Woods institutions. The goal of such a conference should be to set out the steps that need to be taken to promote the economic recovery of that part of Africa and ensure a return to peace.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source