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first: 1998-08-13
most recent: 2010-07-21
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“In favour: Austria, Burkina Faso, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, France, Japan, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Mexico, Russian Federation, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1867 (2009). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.10 am. 09-24985”
2009-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6086 (2009) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document S/2009/111, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Australia, France, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. Members of the Council also have before them document 8/2009/72, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2009-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6086 (2009) · source
“In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: The Security Council will now continue its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2009-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6086 (2009) · source
“Pursuant to the decision taken at the 6085th meeting of the Security Council, I invite the representative of Timor-Leste to participate in the consideration of the item without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. I should also like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand and Portugal, in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda.”
2009-02-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6086 (2009) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of my colleagues in the Council, to convey the deepest possible appreciation to His Excellency President Jose Ramos-Horta and his delegation for taking the trouble to come to New York to attend this open debate on the occasion of an extension of the mandate. I wish the President good health and future success in his country. I also express great appreciation to Deputy Secretary- General Migiro for her patience and for staying with the Council to show her solidarity with us. There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 1.35 pm. 09-24239”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I thank Mr. Khare for his statement. On this occasion I must say that the fact that so many speakers, from five regions of the world, took the floor in this open debate on Timor-Leste is a manifestation of strong interest and support by all Member States regarding the future, the democracy and the stability of Timor-Leste. It seems that unanimous strong support was expressed for the continued presence of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) and for an extension of its mandate, as well as for the continued prosperity of Timor-Leste.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank South Africa for its leadership and hard work in the Security Council last year on the question of Timor-Leste. I call on the representative of Thailand.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“As the lead country, Japan will submit a draft resolution to extend the mandate of UNMIT. I would like to ask for members' continued cooperation in expressing the Security Council's unanimous support for the work of the United Nations in Timor-Leste, and for the efforts of its Government and people. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Brazil.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“We welcome the fact that the Government attaches high priority to education and vocational training, as well as to infrastructure. We congratulate the new graduates of the national university of Timor-Leste, who graduated last month. It is my belief that the future of any country rests with such young and motivated students, to whom the task of building the nation is entrusted. Japan will spare no effort to help the young people of Timor-Leste develop their full potential and contribute to the development of their country. In conclusion, Japan believes that the presence of UNMIT is an essential stabilizing factor for Timor- Leste. We therefore support the extension of the UNMIT mandate for another 12 months, as recommended by the Secretary-General and as endorsed by the leaders of the country.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“We know that the consolidation of peace requires painstaking, long-term sustained efforts, as President Ramos-Horta said this morning, and that it must proceed in an integrated manner. Together with enhancement of the security sector and judicial institutions, poverty reduction and the creation of employment and economic opportunity must be pursued most vigorously. It is not too early, while the peacekeeping mission carries out its mandate, to start focusing a peacebuilding perspective on how to achieve economic growth and how to sustain growth and development. In particular, effective measures for rural development and agriculture, and creating employment opportunities for young people, are urgently needed. The population of Timor-Leste is among the youngest in the world and its potential is therefore great to develop human resources.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“To build such an institution, the transfer of responsibilities should be based on a realistic assessment of the operational capacity of the PNTL. We endorse the approach of ensuring that the transfer process is bound by strict criteria and that the authorized UNMIT police force stays at the current level, at least for the next 12 months, so that it will be equipped for contingencies. The Secretary-General should be given flexibility on the level of police strength to deal with the situation on the ground. For the success of the peacekeeping effort, early planning for consolidating peace over the medium term is indispensable. We therefore welcome the helpful strategy and benchmarks. We believe that the Government of Timor-Leste must take ownership of the strategy for its implementation, with the assistance of the international community.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“We also commend the leaders of Timor-Leste for continuing their efforts to bridge differences through an inclusive political dialogue. Parliament plays an important role in promoting a culture of democratic governance. We should extend support to Timor-Leste to ensure the success of the forthcoming local elections, since local governance is also fundamental. Yet we must face the situation there, which is calm but fragile. The country is at a critical stage in its efforts to consolidate its achievements and pave the path to self-sufficiency and sustainable development. The orderly resumption of police responsibilities by the National Police of Timor-Leste (PNTL) is the key task for UNMIT this year. A strong security institution is a cornerstone for the country.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“Since 1999, the United Nations has been the focal point of international assistance for this young country. The current mission, the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), was established to help the country regain stability after the crisis in 2006. We applaud the strides that the Timorese Government and people have made towards stability and democracy. The country demonstrated the resilience of its institutions by weathering the attempted assassination of the President and the Prime Minister. Much related to the two major concerns about security have also been resolved: the first group of petitioners was disbanded peacefully and a significant number of internally displaced persons returned home. We are grateful to those Member States participating in the international security forces for their contributions.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“Despite the lamentable turmoil that followed, Timor-Leste has risen, first by gaining independence and then by following the path of consolidating peace and stability. Japan is pleased that it has been able to associate itself with that transformation as one of the strongest supporters from the very outset. It hosted the first donor conference 10 years ago and, as one of top donors, has provided substantial assistance since then. Contingents of the Japan Self-Defence Forces assisted in the reconstruction of the country. We have also sent police to help train local police officers. I would like to reaffirm Japan's continued commitment to supporting efforts in Timor-Leste. So it is a double pleasure and honour for me, during Japan's Council presidency, to have the opportunity to discuss the progress and the prospects of Timor-Leste.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I shall now make a statement in my capacity as representative of Japan. I would like to thank the Secretary-General, the Deputy Secretary-General and Special Representative Atul Khare for their presence in the Council today. We very much appreciate the strong commitment of all those people working within the United Nations to support the nation-building effort of Timor-Leste. I would also like to extend a warm welcome to His Excellency President Jose Ramos-Horta, Foreign Minister Da Costa and the other members of the high- level Timorese delegation. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the historic popular consultations in which the people of Timor-Leste demonstrated their strong desire for independence.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I thank President Ramos-Horta for an inspiring statement. The Council thanks him for his notice that the United Nations has upheld such a high standing and is very grateful for that. In accordance with the understanding reached among Council members, I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statement to no more than five minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations that will take the floor with a lengthy statement are kindly requested to circulate the text in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I thank the Secretary-General very much for his very important statement. I now have the honour to give the floor to Mr. Jose Ramos-Horta, President of Timor-Leste.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“It is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members have before them document S/2009/72, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste. I wish to welcome the presence this morning of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. We are very pleased that he has made time available for this meeting. I now have the honour of giving him the floor.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“Jose' Ramos-Horta, President of Timor- Leste, to a seat at the Council table. Mr. Jose' Ramos-Horta, President of Timor-Leste, was escorted to a seat at the Council table. The President: On behalf of the Council, I extend the warmest welcome to Mr. Jose' Ramos-Horta, President of Timor-Leste. At the invitation of the President, the representatives of the other aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber. The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Atul Khare, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Timor-Leste and head of Mission of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Australia, Brazil, Cuba, the Czech Republic, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, the Philippines, Portugal, South Africa, Thailand and Timor-Leste, in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. I request the Protocol Officer to escort His Excellency Mr.”
2009-02-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6085 (2009) · source
“I thank Mr. Serry for his comprehensive briefing this morning. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.30 am. 09-24102”
2009-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6084 (2009) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Robert Serry, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General. It is so decided. I welcome Mr. Serry. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Robert Serry, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General. I now give the floor to Mr. Serry.”
2009-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6084 (2009) · source
“I thank Under-Secretary-General John Holmes for his very useful briefing. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 3.30 p.m.”
2009-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6083 (2009) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I invite Mr. John Holmes, Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. John Holmes, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator. I now give him the floor.”
2009-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6083 (2009) · source
“In favour: Austria, Burkina Faso, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, France, Japan, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Mexico, Russian Federation, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Viet Nam The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1866 (2009). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.25 am. 09-23 802”
2009-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6082 (2009) · source
“The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. 2 Members of the Council have before them document S/2009/88, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2009/69, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Abkhazia, Georgia, pursuant to Security Council resolution 1839 (2008). It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2009-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6082 (2009) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Georgia and Germany, in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Lomaia (Georgia) took a seat at the Council table; Mr. Matassek (Germany) took the seat reserved for him at the side ofthe Council Chamber.”
2009-02-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6082 (2009) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.10p.m.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“Japan has extended assistance in the energy sector and for youth employment and is now considering assistance for rice production through the framework of the Coalition for African Rice Development. We commend the good work done by the Peacebuilding Commission and believe that the Council should endorse the conclusions and recommendations of the second biannual review of the Peacebuilding Cooperation Framework. It may also be appropriate to examine the frequency of reporting as the situation warrants. I now resume the functions of the presidency. Since there were some questions and comments raised, I invite the Executive Representative to take the floor again.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“It represents a conscious effort to address priority areas in a fully coordinated and integrated manner by stakeholders on the ground: the United Nations system, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the African Development Bank. We believe that such an approach could provide a good model for other peacebuilding efforts. What matters most is not the strategy itself, but its implementation. The international community should strengthen political, economical and technical support. We must keep up the momentum. Together with traditional partners, efforts are needed to attract new partners and broaden the donor base. We welcome the many new partners now joining.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“Thirdly, measures must be taken to improve the livelihood of the people. Urgent support needs to be extended to create job opportunities for young people. We also need to support the Government's efforts to reduce its high dependency on food imports and to achieve self- sufficiency by 2010, putting to use the valuable human resource of young people in rural areas. Electricity supply and basic transportation infrastructure are essential as well. Those priority areas are all reflected in President Koroma's Agenda for Change, the Peacebuilding Cooperation Framework and the Joint Vision of the United Nations Family for Sierra Leone. I hope that synergy among those frameworks can be achieved. I particularly appreciate the initiative of the Executive Representative of the Secretary-General in formulating the United Nations Joint Vision.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“Major peacebuilding challenges remain, however, in good governance and creating development opportunities for the public. We believe the following areas should receive priority attention focused on the human security perspective: first, strengthening good governance, core democratic institutions, dialogue for national cohesion and reconciliation and accountability in public services. We support the efforts by President Koroma to fight corruption and to change the attitude of those working in the public sector. Secondly, drug trafficking and piracy in Sierra Leone's coastal waters must be controlled. The concerted efforts of the Government of Sierra Leone and international partners must be accelerated. Regional cooperation through the Economic Community of West African States is important in addressing those emerging threats.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“I shall now take the floor in my capacity as the representative of Japan. First, I express my appreciation for the kind words addressed to the presidency of February. It is important that the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone (UNIPSIL) swiftly reach its full operational capacity under the new leadership of the Executive Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg. We are encouraged by the increasing stability of Sierra Leone as well as by the successful elections in July 2008 and the by-elections of last month. Such progress indicates that a democratic culture is now taking further root in Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone represents a model of the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“I thank Mr. von den Schulenburg for his very comprehensive briefing. We are delighted to have him here this morning. I now give the floor to Mr. Majoor.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“I invite Ambassador Majoor to take a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2009/59, which contains the First Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg, Executive Representative of the Secretary-General for the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone, and Ambassador Frank Majoor, Chairman of the Sierra Leone configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. I now give the floor to Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the course of the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its procedural rules of procedure to Mr. Michael von der Schulenburg of Germany, Executive Representative of the Secretary-General for the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone. It is so decided. I invite Mr. von der Schulenburg to take a seat at the Council table. In accordance With the understanding also reached in the course of the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to His Excellency Mr. Frank Majoor, Chairman of the Sierra Leone configuration of the of the Netherlands. It is so decided.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Sierra Leone, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Toaray (Sierra Leone) took a seat at the Council table.”
2009-02-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6080 (2009) · source
“I thank Mr. Qazi for his very comprehensive briefing. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 10.25 am.”
2009-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6079 (2009) · source
“Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the Sudan, contained in document S/2009/6l. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by Mr. Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan.”
2009-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6079 (2009) · source
“Reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan Report of the Secretary-General on the Sudan (S/2009/61) The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Qazi to take a seat at the Council table and extend a warm welcome to him. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2009-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6079 (2009) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of February 2009, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. Jean- Maurice Ripert, Permanent Representative of France, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of January 2009. I am sure I speak for all members of the Security Council in expressing our deepest appreciation to Ambassador Ripert and his team for the great diplomatic skill with which they conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2009-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6079 (2009) · source
“In this context, the Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations that the Council created after reviewing the Brahimi report can be reactivated as a forum for exchanges of views among the Council members and other stakeholders, which will yield creative ideas and make a useful contribution to the work of the Council. As the Chairperson of the Working Group, I intend to see to it that we collectively take a harder look at mission-specific operational issues and at generic issues with general implications, always benefiting from the lessons that past missions have taught us. It is my hope that the policy review by the Council over the next few months will be able to achieve tangible improvement in this indispensable tool created by the wisdom of our forebears.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“We also support the ongoing initiative of the Secretariat - the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support - to review and identify approaches to maximize the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations. The General Assembly and, of course, the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations also have an important role to play. It is essential that all these efforts in various entities be directed towards the same goal of enhancing the effectiveness, impact and efficiency of peacekeeping operations and are synchronized in such a way that, within a reasonable time frame, we will complete our work and come up with concrete recommendations for improvements.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“Even in more conventional missions, strategic consideration should be given from the earliest stage of planning to ensure a smooth, gradual transition to early recovery and peacebuilding. In some cases, both processes - peacekeeping and peacebuilding i could overlap for a definite period, but not too long, for a seamless transition. The Peacebuilding Commission could provide very vital support to this work of the Council. In conclusion, today's debate will contribute to deepening our understanding of the challenges to peacekeeping. We highly appreciate this timely initiative and look forward to participating in finding concrete and practical steps for improvement.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“Like the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT) and UNOCI, every mission, in principle, should in the future set clear benchmarks, with a realistic timeline against which progress is regularly monitored and reflected in future planning. Peacebuilding efforts should produce tangible results and change in the lives of the people on the ground after a ceasefire or the achievement of a peace treaty and should not wait until a peacekeeping mission completes its mandate period. Some multidimensional missions, such as the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), already include elements of peacebuilding in their own mandates. But experience in other missions, such as those in Liberia, Haiti and Cote d'Ivoire, are also encouraging.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“The third point relates to political issues: we should always consider a peacekeeping mission in the broader context. It is not a substitute for but only a supplement to the political process. The presence of a mission, if it is mobilized together with a serious political effort, will have a stabilizing effect on the ground and create conditions for national reconciliation. But without a credible, sincere effort to persuade the parties to reach a political agreement, the impact of a mission is limited. The Council should put as much focus as possible on the political process during the time peacekeepers are deployed. Peacekeeping missions cannot be deployed forever.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“Secondly, after a mission is launched, the Council should closely and continuously monitor the operation of the mission, exercise flexibility with respect to its mandate and strength and make the necessary adjustments to improve its efficiency. The Council must always ensure that missions are provided with sufficient support and the means to carry out their mandates. At the same time, the United Nations should exercise maximum flexibility and seek out the most efficient use of available resources for peacekeeping operations, because, as a whole, they are greatly overextended and overstretched. We therefore highly appreciate the recent good practice of the United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire (UNOCI) in eliminating one battalion and arranging for cooperation with a neighbouring mission.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“Timely political and military information and high-quality and professional analysis are indispensable if we are to fully comprehend the nature and challenge of the situation and if we are to enable the mission to respond swiftly and achieve the intended objective. The lessons learned from other missions should be fully taken into account in formulating a plan of operations. Specific steps should be taken to institute this practice. It is also important to examine the scope and feasibility of proposed mandates in depth with the participation of not only members of the Council, but also other stakeholders, such as prospective troop- contributing countries, prior to a formal decision by the Council. The Security Council Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations could be better utilized as a forum for this purpose.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“The Council decided on that occasion to give peacekeeping operations "clear, credible and achievable mandates" (resolution 1327 (2000), annex, part I) and "to ensure that the mandated tasks of peacekeeping operations are appropriate to the situation on the ground including such factors as the prospects for success" (ibid., part ID. This is an overriding principle of the utmost importance, both today as at the time. Since this is a kick-off debate on a policy review of peacekeeping operations stretching over the next few months, I would like this morning to make three points on improving strategic oversight. First, to make a sound decision on launching a new or expanded mission, the Council should be fully informed of the realities on the ground.”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source
“The year 1994 was one of great crisis that is not comparable to the present. But we do have challenges, operational challenges that entail different kinds of issues. We should try to find a way to more effectively and efficiently implement peacekeeping operations. That is the task, as well as to better meet the expectations of people on the ground. We therefore appreciate the initiative of the delegations of France and the United Kingdom to develop practical recommendations in due course. In 2000, the Council adopted resolution 1327 (2000) after reviewing the farsighted Brahimi report (S/2000/809).”
2009-01-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6075 (2009) · source