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Tafrov

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“Bulgaria remains fully committed to the principle of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Other key steps include the disarmament, demobilization, repatriation, reintegration and resettlement of all rebel groups, as well as the conclusion of a more comprehensive and all-inclusive agreement among the Congolese with regard to political transition. In that respect, we welcome the progress achieved in the framework of the discussions in Pretoria. My country hopes that the Congolese parties will continue to pursue that promising approach with a view to reaching an inclusive final agreement on political transition in the near future.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“My country agrees with the analysis of the European Union to the effect that it is important for Governments of countries members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) to encourage private enterprises to abide by OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. Regional and subregional institutions, in particular the African Union, the Economic Community of Central African States and the Southern African Development Community should use their influence to persuade the parties concerned to put an end to the illegal exploitation of the Congolese resources. Bulgaria shares the View that the complete withdrawal of all foreign forces, pursuant to the agreements signed, is an essential step in the process of ending the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In order to be effective, efforts to reduce and put an end to illegal trafficking should be undertaken in a concerted manner by the international community and by the countries of the Great Lakes region and other areas. We should note that the recommendations and conclusions contained in the final report are well founded, as we see it, and should be taken into account in future efforts of the Security Council to put an end to this practice. My delegation supports the report's appeal to Governments that harbour individuals, companies and financial institutions that are actively involved in the exploitation to shoulder their responsibility by making detailed internal inquiries into the cases referred to in the final report and taking the necessary steps to ensure that such illegal practices are brought to an end.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“The Panel's experts, guided by Ambassador Kassem, must be commended for their courage and determination and for the rigorous methodology with which they carried out their work. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria fully associates itself with the statement made by the representative of Denmark on behalf of the European Union. I should like to add a few comments in my national capacity. My country is deeply concerned at the relentless exploitation of the natural resources and other forms of wealth of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and at the fact that this exploitation remains one of the key reasons for the conflict and for the insecurity that continues to prevail in the eastern part of the country. It is true that the combat against illegal exploitation is not an easy task.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I thank you also, Sir, for having convened this public meeting of the Security Council on the final report of the Panel of Experts on the Illegal Exploitation of Natural Resources and Other Forms of Wealth of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has led to a very important debate, enhanced by the presence of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uganda, who made an important statement this morning. I would like to thank him for being so kind as to take part in our work. Bulgaria welcomes the final report of the Panel of Experts, which offers a detailed and systematic analysis of a great deal of information and data on the illegal exploitation of the natural resources of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I should like to extend to you, Sir, Bulgaria's heartfelt congratulations on China's assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month of November, which looks to be replete with challenges. I would like to assure you of the full cooperation of my delegation during the Chinese presidency. I should like also to thank Ambassador Belinga- Eboutou and the delegation of Cameroon for their outstanding presidency in October. Ambassador Belinga-Eboutou was able successfully to carry out a very difficult task, and we are grateful to him.”
2002-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4642Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I am convinced that the work of this meeting will give additional impetus to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and that the ideas formulated during this debate on the report of the Secretary- General will enable us to make future progress. I cannot conclude my statement without emphasizing the extremely important role of non- governmental organizations in the intellectual and political debate focused on the role of women in the area of peace and security. I should like to thank the Secretariat for cooperating with them in order to promote that noble cause.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“We need to adopt appropriate mechanisms to ensure systematically that women participate in all stages of peace negotiations, particularly in planning, in decision- making and in the effective implementation of decisions at all levels. We look forward to the adoption and the upcoming publication by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations of multidimensional manuals on peacekeeping operations, which should include a specific chapter on gender parity, on the specific conduct of certain aspects of peacekeeping operations designed to promote gender parity, and on the follow- up and evolution of results.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“The meetings organized with the representatives of non-governmental organizations according to the Arria formula have also contributed to the Council's debates on peace processes. I take this opportunity to thank the delegation of Singapore, in particular Minister Christine Lee, for having organized the most recent debate according to the Arria formula. Those discussions have confirmed the necessity of increasing women's multifaceted participation in peacekeeping operations, particularly at the highest level. The gender-specific approach should be incorporated into all mandates and peace plans in order to enhance their possibilities for success.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“The problem of eliminating all kinds of violence inflicted on women, combating the trafficking of women and children, the establishment of parity between women and men in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration activities, the return of refugees and displaced persons, as well as the involvement of women in the administration and in constitutional and electoral reform, are objectives that require effective action. We should also note that the knowledge acquired and experience gained in this field have not been built into the policies in the planning and execution processes of all peacekeeping operations in terms of humanitarian activities and reconstruction activities.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“However, we must acknowledge that the progress made in this area is mostly due to the presence of advisers on gender issues and the role of women. The Secretary-General has announced his firm intention to apply a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to the involvement of "blue helmets" in acts of sexual exploitation or other acts directed against women and girls. Bulgaria welcomes this initiative. However, the record of this resolution is not entirely satisfactory. Women and children are still the majority of civilian victims in armed conflict.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria is aware of the special value of resolution 1325 (2000) and its special role in focusing attention on the substantial contribution that women can make in conflict settlement and in the maintenance and building of peace. This resolution is a model for the integration of appropriate steps, reflecting the consent of the international community to promote equality between the sexes in the area of peace and security. This is why it would be desirable for the Security Council to fully follow up resolution 1325 (2000) and its implementation, which so far has a long way to go. There has been some progress in the implementation of this resolution in specific measures in the peacekeeping area, in particular in Timor-Leste, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“At the same time, women have to undergo discrimination in violation of their fundamental rights. Given the magnitude of the impact of conflict on women and girls, the international community must address this question urgently. The report gives a thorough account of the difficulties that have to be faced in order to ensure gender equality in matters of peace and security. The report gives specific recommendations for actions to take to promote a programme focused on gender-specific approaches. Implementation of these recommendations is essential in order to achieve progress in this area. My delegation fully endorses the conclusions and recommendations set forth in the report.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“Noeleen Heyzer, Executive Director of the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM). The presidency of the European Union, through the representative of Denmark, will shortly be making a detailed statement, and Bulgaria, an associate country of the European Union, associates itself with that statement. The report of the Secretary-General on women, peace and security, and the study on which it is based, is unique in the sense that it gives a systematic account of gender-specific activities in the context of peace and security. It highlights the fact that women and girls are disproportionately vulnerable in an armed conflict and represent the majority of the victims, as well as the majority of refugees and forceably displaced persons. They are vulnerable to all kinds of harassment, sexual violence in particular.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this important meeting, which is not just an opportunity of noting the second anniversary of resolution 1325 (2000), a historic resolution, but also a moment for us to discuss the Secretary-General's report on women, peace and security. I would like to add my voice to those who thanked the Secretary-General for having introduced this important report. Personally, we would commend him on the preparation of this report, which is very detailed and comprehensive. I would also pay tribute to Ms. Angela King, Assistant Secretary-General and Special Adviser on Gender Issues and on the Advancement of Women, and all her team, in the preparation of the report, and also to Ms.”
2002-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4635 (2002) · source
“We appeal once again to all those in a position to do so to ensure that there is complete cooperation with the Tribunal. The regional context is positive, as earlier speakers have said, in particular the Russian delegation. Bulgaria welcomes that. The authorities in Zagreb and Belgrade are doing what is necessary. Bulgaria is working on a regional plan with those friendly countries and, of course, with the Bosnian authorities on the regional level to make that process irreversible in the context of greater regional cooperation, especially in the framework of the Stability Pact for South-Eastern Europe. I would like to conclude by expressing our best wishes to Lord Ashdown and to reiterate Bulgaria's support for him as he carries out his duties.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“It is vital for the stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina that this process be carried out successfully. Bulgaria associates itself with all those who have called for more understanding with respect to this problem. I could not conclude my remarks without recalling that despite all the positive elements that I have mentioned, there are still forces in Bosnia and Herzegovina that are not ready to cooperate with the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. The very fact that emblematic figures, such as Karadzic and Mladic, are still at large, is not something that will make the job of the European Union and Lord Ashdown any easier. It is important that all those accused of war crimes be brought to trial. They belong at the Hague.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“It is true that justice is the chief priority, and in that respect he will be able to build on the outstanding work of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The problem of the customs service is an urgent one. It is also important in the regional context. Equally important is the problem of trafficking in human beings. I thank Jacques Paul Klein for addressing that in detail. I will take this opportunity to ask Lord Ashdown a question. What place does this problem occupy in his strategy for the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina, given that this problem has a regional dimension? The return of refugees should be welcomed. It is a process that we hope will now be irreversible. We are very sympathetic to Lord Ashdown's appeal for greater financial support.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“Speaking as a representative of a country that has undertaken such reforms in the past and is continuing to do so, I would like to recall a comparison that was made in Bulgaria and elsewhere at the start of our economic reform effort: "If you must cut the tail off a cat", it was said, "do it with one stroke; it might be painful, but it is over quickly, and it is effective. Cutting it off in several pieces is much more painful and much less effective". I think it is very important for the cat's tail to be cut off in one go; the Bosnians should opt for that approach. Bulgaria unreservedly supports the strategy developed by the High Representative concerning the rule of law and administrative reform.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“Some pragmatism is emerging, and it is important to encourage it. At the same time, the results of the election, which reflect the democracy fatigue that we have perceived in other democracies, is nonetheless a sign that Bosnians are somewhat discouraged, and we must take note of that fact. It is yet another reason why there should be a continued, strong international presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina for some years. Having said that, I believe that the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina lies in the hands of the Bosnians themselves, particularly in the area of the economy, where there has been a certain paralysis in the past few years that has impeded significant progress.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“We would also like to thank Lord Ashdown, a prominent figure on the European scene, whose stature and charisma reflect the continued concern of the international community and in particular the European Union for Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country in South-East Europe with which Bulgaria has close ties and whose destiny is of crucial importance for the future of the whole of that region. With regard to the results of the recent elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, our thinking very much concurs with that of Lord Ashdown. It is important for the Bosnian political classes to acknowledge the fact that Bosnians want further reform. The reality check that some of those in power at various levels have experienced will compel them to be pragmatic. In that context, Lord Ashdown's comments were somewhat reassuring.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): My delegation associates itself with the statement to be made later in the debate by the Danish presidency of the European Union. I welcome the presence of Mr. Jacques Paul Klein and Lord Ashdown in the Council today and thank them for their briefings. I would also like to thank Mr. Jacques Paul Klein for the extraordinary job that he has done in Bosnia and Herzegovina in placing his experience, energy and dedication at the service of the United Nations. Bulgaria thanks him for the results that he has achieved.”
2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source
“In view of this new momentum, Bulgaria fully supports the new operational concepts for the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) presented in the special report of the Secretary-General, and we support his recommendation that the total strength of MONUC be increased to 8,700.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I am thinking particularly of the two bilateral agreements between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Governments of Uganda and Rwanda. The Pretoria and Luanda Agreements create an encouraging, positive and fresh momentum in the peace process in that country. They represent a window of opportunity that the international community must support without fail. Bulgaria also welcomes the goodwill demonstrated by the countries concerned in recent months, as well as the praiseworthy efforts made by South Africa and Angola to promote peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In his report of 17 August 2001, the Secretary-General detailed the cooperation between that regional organization and the United Nations, links that should be maintained and developed. For example, we should explore the idea of deploying an inter- agency mission to the countries of Central Africa, similar to the mission sent to West Africa under the leadership of former Under-Secretary-General Fall. Such a mission could produce a report containing recommendations aimed at developing an integrated and coherent regional approach for that part of Africa. Greater cooperation between the United Nations system and regional organizations will not be possible unless the peace process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is consolidated and continued. We welcome the significant progress made recently in that peace process in that country.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I would like to say that I fully agree with that analysis. I will also add that the nation-States of Central Africa will never be viable in the absence of full respect for human rights, the establishment of the rule of law and a society and political system that are truly pluralistic and democratic. I believe there is consensus within the Security Council about the need for the United Nations to give greater attention to the Central African region, including by strengthening relations between the United Nations system and regional organizations. The question now is one of determining the avenues to pursue to improve relations between the Central African region and the United Nations. One such path is to pursue cooperation between the Organization and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS).”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria shares the view that we need to take up the question of ways and means to strengthen regional cooperation. There is no doubt that strengthening such cooperation will contribute to fully integrating the countries of the region into the global economy, to preventing conflicts and to building peace in this crisis- ridden region. The region's potential with regard to both human and natural resources is enormous. To take advantage of those assets, the countries of Central Africa will have to demonstrate their political will to cooperate within the framework of regional institutions. Many of those who spoke before me referred to the internal shortcomings of some countries of the region during various stages of their recent history. They also stated that those shortcomings are actually the source of the current conflicts in the region.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“In that regard, my country welcomes the initiative adopted at the Libreville Summit of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa on 2 October to deploy an international observation force in the Central African Republic. This very worthwhile initiative is fully supported by the Security Council. I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to United Nations Member States to make a contribution to the countries taking part in the international observation force. My country also believes that it would be appropriate to think about the possible contribution to be made to this initiative by the United Nations system through the United Nations Peace- building Office in the Central African Republic. The energetic work done by General Cisse within the framework of this regional effort should be applauded.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“I would like to thank them for their important contributions to this debate. Bulgaria, as a country associated with the European Union, fully associates itself with the statement delivered this morning by the Ambassador of Denmark on behalf of the European Union. I would therefore simply like to make the following additional comments in my national capacity. Bulgaria fully supports the initiatives undertaken by regional organizations aimed at preventing and resolving conflicts in Africa. In partnership with the African Union and the United Nations, regional organizations are the appropriate instruments to guarantee peace in crisis areas.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): I would also like to thank you very much, Mr. President, for having organized this public meeting of the Security Council on the subject of Central Africa. My delegation would also like to thank you for the background note prepared by Cameroon, which provides a very useful basis for today's debate. I would also like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Kalomoh for his detailed and useful briefing. I am especially pleased to welcome the presence at the Council table of the President of the Economic and Social Council, Ambassador Simonovie. His presence provides another example of cooperation and partnership between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council. The presence in the Chamber of several Ministers from Central African countries attests to the importance of this debate.”
2002-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4630Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria believes that in the current situation, the unity of the Council is at the heart of its approach and of its action.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Aware of its obligations under Article 24 of the Charter of the United Nations as an elected member of the Security Council, my country will make a constructive contribution to the settlement of the problem of the disarmament of Iraq. Bulgaria is prepared to work together with the other members of the Council to find a solution to this problem that is in keeping with the Charter of the United Nations and the principles of international law. We all have heard the appeal of the Secretary-General, who reminded us that only unity in the Security Council can enable us to send a strong and clear message to Iraq so that it will fully comply with the relevant Council resolutions. My country unreservedly supports this appeal.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria takes this opportunity to reiterate its appeal to Iraq to comply with these resolutions. Given the difficult history of relations between Iraq and the Security Council, it is clear that UNMOVIC will not be able to complete its work without a stronger and clearer mandate. This mandate can emanate only from a new Security Council resolution. My country is prepared to work for the adoption of such a resolution as soon as possible. Bulgaria is firmly convinced that a peaceful solution to the problem of disarming Iraq is possible. The road to peace is certainly narrow; it is not easy and has obstacles of all kinds, but it does exist. At the end of the road is the lifting of sanctions against Iraq and the lasting normalization of the situation in that country and throughout the region.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“If that is the case, nothing should stop them from providing immediate, unconditional and unimpeded access to UNMOVIC and IAEA inspectors, to all sites that the latter deem necessary and to all organizations and individuals that the inspectors might wish to question, under the conditions that they deem necessary for the fulfilment of their task. One very important aspect of the Iraqi question- a human aspect - is Iraq's non- compliance with the provisions of the relevant Security Council resolutions regarding the return of Kuwaiti and third-country nationals, Kuwait property and the Kuwaiti national archives, as well as the resumption of Iraq's participation in the work of the Tripartite Commission, under the auspices of the International Committee of the Red Cross.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria is categorical that only a frank and honest dialogue between the Security Council and Iraq can alleviate existing tensions. My country calls on Iraq fully to cooperate with the Security Council and to abide fully, unconditionally and without delay by the Council's resolutions. Among Iraq's obligations under the relevant Security Council resolutions, those relating to the destruction of weapons of mass destruction are an undeniable priority for the international community. Our debate has once again made this clear. Yesterday the representative of Iraq said - as did the Iraqi Minister for Foreign Affairs in the General Assembly almost a month ago - that Iraq had no weapons of mass destruction. Let us take the Iraqi authorities at their word.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Hans Blix, for having made his skills and professionalism available to the Council. His independent judgement is not to be doubted. Bulgaria reiterates its full confidence in him and wishes to assure him, as well as Mr. ElBaradei, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), of its full support. The time has come objectively to assess the often turbulent relations that have existed between Iraq and the Security Council since 1991. It must be acknowledged that, had Iraq abided by resolution 687 (1991) in 1991, the sanctions would have been lifted at that time. However, that was not what happened. The cat-and-mouse game between the Iraqi authorities and the inspectors mandated by the Security Council has benefited no one, least of all international peace and security, which have been put at risk on more than one occasion.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria, which attaches great importance to the principle of multilateralism as a regulating principle for international relations, is encouraged by this choice on the part of the United States. My country is convinced that the range of diplomatic means for a peaceful solution of the crisis has not yet been exhausted. The Bulgarian delegation is grateful to the Secretary-General for his constructive role in the dialogue with Iraq. His political experience, wisdom, humanity and moral prestige are valuable assets for the United Nations and the Security Council at this crucial moment in the history of our Organization, at a time when its credibility is being sorely tested. Bulgaria is grateful to the Executive Chairman of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC), Mr.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“For Bulgaria, maintaining the central role of the Security Council in resolving the Iraqi problem is of crucial importance. My country is convinced that the United Nations and the Security Council are in a position to resolve the crisis through diplomatic means in keeping with the Charter of the United Nations and the principles of international law. President Bush's speech before the General Assembly on 12 September 2002, as well as his subsequent public statements and those of other American leaders, attest to the fact that the United States has made the fundamental choice to use the mechanism of the Security Council, which cannot be circumvented, to resolve the problem of disarming Iraq.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): My delegation wishes to express its gratitude to South Africa and to the Non-Aligned Movement for having taken the initiative to hold this very timely open debate on the situation in Iraq. My delegation listened with interest to the statements made by preceding speakers and shares the general concern at the mounting tension created by the problem of disarming Iraq. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria supports the statement made yesterday by the representative of Denmark on behalf of the European Union. As the Secretary-General recalled in the statement he made at the outset of the debate - a statement that my country endorses - it is now more than ever necessary to maintain the credibility of the United Nations.”
2002-10-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4625Resumption3 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria welcomes their significant contribution and thanks them for the tremendous work that they do both on the ground and within the United Nations and other international organizations.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“Bulgaria is of the View that the principles and measures contained in the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, as well as the observations and recommendations contained in the report of the Secretary-General on small arms (S/2002/ 1053), provide the basis on which the Security Council, the General Assembly and all Member States must take and implement relevant measures in order to resolve the problem of the illicit trade, stockpiling and spread of small arms and light weapons. I cannot conclude my statement without underlining the extremely important and useful role of non-governmental organizations in combating the illicit trade in small arms.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“Security Council resolution 1390 (2002) was an important step in the process of broadening the scope of mandatory sanctions, including the arms embargo, beyond the territory of Afghanistan, to target individuals and entities linked to Osama bin Laden, to the Taliban and to Al Qaeda regardless of where they are located. Another positive development in the work of the Council that should be mentioned is the emphasis put on the importance of measures to consolidate peace in post-conflict situations, such as the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants, including child soldiers. The Security Council has emphasized the usefulness of incorporating in the mandate of United Nations peacekeeping missions measures to consolidate peace where that would be appropriate.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“As President of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) regarding Somalia, Bulgaria has made its contribution to that process, particularly by establishing a group of experts on Somalia. It should be noted that the groups of experts on Sierra Leone and Liberia have contributed to restoring peace to Sierra Leone. The Monitoring Mechanism on Sanctions against UNITA has also had a very positive effect on the evolution of the situation in Angola. Bulgaria supports and respects the Economic Community of West African States Moratorium on the Importation, Exportation and Manufacture of Small Arms and Light Weapons in West Africa.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“My country supports the collective actions of the European Union on small arms and light weapons. Bulgaria is also playing an active role within the proceedings of Working Table III of the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe, which deals with security issues. After the United Nations Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, held in July 2001, the Security Council undertook measures, some of which have been innovative, in order to strengthen respect for the weapons embargoes already in force and to prevent access by terrorists and terrorist groups to small arms and light weapons and weapons of mass destruction. Groups of experts and monitoring mechanisms to implement the sanctions play a very useful role in implementing those measures.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“The report reflects the initiatives taken recently by the Council and identifies the areas requiring the Council to adopt further measures in order to combat that worldwide scourge. Taking into consideration the significance of the issue of small arms and light weapons, and in response to the request of the Secretary-General, the Bulgarian authorities have given their viewpoint on the means whereby the Council could contribute to combating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. The recommendations contained in the Secretary-General's report reflect to a large extent my country's views. It should be noted that Bulgaria is participating in actions to combat the illicit traffic in small arms that are being carried out at the European and regional levels.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“My country agrees with and supports the main thrust proposed by the European Union aimed at guaranteeing the effectiveness of the work of the Security Council in the area of small arms. I would like to add the following comments in my national capacity. Bulgaria notes with satisfaction the fact that the United Nations, in particular the Security Council, attaches special attention to problems related to the illicit traffic of small arms and light weapons. My country welcomes and supports the comprehensive efforts of the Secretary-General, whose goal is to overcome this new phenomenon in the area of international security. As a non-permanent member of the Security Council, Bulgaria attaches special importance to the Secretary-General's report on small arms.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“Mr. Tafrov (Bulgaria) (spoke in French): Bulgaria is grateful to you, Mr. President, for having organized this open meeting on small arms and light weapons. We also express appreciation for the document distributed by the Cameroonian presidency before our discussion today, which will allow us to focus on our discussions on the key questions of practical importance for the proceedings of the Security Council. I also wish to thank Mr. Dhanapala, the Under-Secretary-General, for his very clear and specific briefing. As a country associated with the European Union, Bulgaria fully aligns itself with the statement that will be made by the Permanent Representative of Denmark on behalf of the Union.”
2002-10-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4623 (2002) · source
“Finally, I should like to pay tribute to the work of the experts appointed to advise the Counter-Terrorism Committee, to thank the outgoing experts for their work and to reiterate that my delegation and my country will continue to give their full support to the Committee's work.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618 (2002) · source
“The exchange of information among States from all regions seems to us a very important element in the fight against terrorism. It is very important to expand the legal framework of such exchanges. As an example, I should like to mention the legal agreement concluded between two neighbouring countries, Bulgaria and Romania. My country is continuing its legislative efforts in the fight against terrorism. The Bulgarian Parliament recently adopted a law against the financing of terrorism and is preparing to adopt, in the coming weeks, important amendments to the law against money-laundering.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618 (2002) · source
“Among the measures agreed at the conference was, for example, the implementation of a unified travel document format for citizens of the region's countries. As I have previously emphasized, we feel that the OSCE is a regional organization that could play a more important role in fighting terrorism. For example, I could cite OSCE Permanent Council decision 487 of 2002, whereby the OSCE requires its members to fill out and submit to the Financial Action Task Force a self-assessment questionnaire on compliance with recommendations for combating the financing of terrorism. My country wished to set an example of promptness in that regard, and, at the beginning of September, Bulgaria submitted that questionnaire to the Task Force.”
2002-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4618 (2002) · source