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first: 1998-08-13
most recent: 2010-07-21
sittings or episodes: 125
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“I, too, would like to thank Mr. Alain Le Roy for his very useful briefing this morning. I am also grateful to Ambassador Tanin for his statement affirming the very strong determination of his Government to build a stable and democratic Afghanistan. I would also like to begin by welcoming the appointment of the new Special Representative, Staffan de Mistura, and to acknowledge the valuable contributions of his predecessor, Mr. Eide. The Security Council had a brief meeting with Mr. De Mistura before his departure for his new assignment, and we support his approach, which focuses on a few areas of importance in the coming months, as the political calendar is very heavy and filled with many significant events.”
2010-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6287 (2010) · source
“The Committee also received one notification pursuant to paragraph 15 of resolution 1737 (2006), in connection with the unfreezing of funds to make payments for contracts entered into prior to the listing of two entities. In addition, the Committee received, and responded to, a written query from a Member State concerning certain aspects of the sanctions regime. Finally, with regard to reporting by States on the implementation of all relevant measures set out in resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008), the figures remain as follows: 91 reports under resolution 1737 (2006), 78 reports under resolution 1747 (2007) and 67 reports under resolution 1803 (2008).”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“Similarly, this second notice addressed the arms-related materiel found on board the Hansa India, also highlighted the repeated involvement of IRISL and noted the similar circumstances of the two cases, namely the same destination and originating States. Both notices are available on the Committee's website. In line with its mandate, the Committee will continue to explore options for responding effectively to this pattern of repeated sanctions violations. During the reporting period, the Committee received three notifications from a Member State with reference to paragraph 5 of resolution 1737 (2006), concerning the delivery of items for use in the nuclear power plant in Bushehr, Iran.”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“The notice provided a summary of the facts involved in the Hansa India incident and urged all Member States to be especially alert for additional violations involving similar circumstances. The Committee also highlighted paragraph 7 of resolution 1803 (2008), in which the Council decided that the targeted financial measures shall also apply to "persons and entities determined by the Council or the Committee to have assisted designated persons or entities in evading sanctions of, or in violating the provisions of, [the relevant resolutions]". Members will recall that the first implementation assistance notice of 24 July 2009 contained an incident report and conclusions concerning the arms-related materiel found on board the M/V Monchegorsk and the 10-25834 involvement of the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL).”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“The Committee has not yet received any further information from this State on this matter. Subsequently, the same State, which was also mentioned as the State of destination in the Francop bill of lading, wrote to the Committee on that latter case, though not in direct response to the Committee's letter. The State asserted that the allegations made against it were false, and that the F rancop had not been carrying any materiel that pertained to it. To date, there has been no response from the reported State of origin. On 20 January 2010, the Committee approved a second implementation assistance notice containing information that might prove to be useful to Member States in implementing their obligations under resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008).”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“I also informed the Council that the Committee had dispatched letters to the two States involved in the transfer of the arms-related materiel from Iran found onboard the M/V Hansa India and the M/V Francop, respectively, inviting them to provide an explanation for the transactions as well as additional relevant information about the origin, final destination and ownership of the goods. During the current reporting period, the Committee received a response from one of those States: the State of destination identified in the Hansa India bill of lading. The State asserted that it had found no record indicating that the Hansa India was destined for one of its ports and that it was conducting investigations, the results of which it would share with the Committee.”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“I would like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I add my voice to yours in thanking Ambassador Araud and the French delegation for their excellent work during the month of February. I have the honour to present the report of the 1737 Committee here today. This is the thirteenth 90-day report to the Security Council in accordance with paragraph 18 (h) of resolution 1737 (2006). The report covers the period from ll December 2009 to 4 March 2010, during which time the Committee held no meetings but conducted its work using the silence procedure. In the previous report, I informed the Council that the Committee had received two reports of violations of paragraph 5 of resolution 1747 (2007), 2 which imposed an export ban on arms and related materiel on the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
2010-03-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6280 (2010) · source
“I would like to conclude by stressing how important it is to combat this transnational threat, not only in order to prevent conflicts and favour peacebuilding, but also for promoting the human security of the individual. Japan fully supports the UNODC's valuable work in mobilizing international efforts.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“First, with respect to the role of the Security Council, it is useful to have these briefings on transnational organized crime to raise awareness of the causes and consequences of this threat and to mobilize political will, which is a primary role of the Security Council, but does Mr. Costa have any additional suggestion as to how the Security Council may best reflect his analysis and assessment in its work? The second question relates to information- or intelligence-sharing. We should encourage the creation of regional networks in problem areas to share information. But what concrete additional actions could be taken to promote timely and more effective information-sharing and joint operations among diverse players?”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“They can finance acts of terrorism while conflicts in fragile situations are prolonged, which in turn prevents the establishment of democratic governance and the rule of law and impedes sustainable development. As a result, organized crime groups gain control and establish dependable routes for illicit trade, as governance by fragile State institutions becomes further weakened. Thirdly, the activities of organized crime groups can easily cross borders and have negative impacts on neighbouring countries first and then throughout entire regions. It is indispensable to supplement national efforts with regional and international cooperation. In the light of all these challenges, I would be grateful if Mr. Costa could perhaps provide additional thoughts on two questions.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“These advances have enabled organized crime groups and networks to become more diversified and connected. Secondly, there is an increasingly strong linkage between drug trafficking and other forms of transnational organized crime, such as trafficking in arms and persons, money-laundering and corruption. Such a linkage is most noticeable, as many of my colleagues have stated previously, in States embroiled in conflicts or struggling through fragile post-conflict situations. With the profit from the illicit trafficking of drugs and sometimes of minerals, as well as the trade in small arms, non-State criminal groups are able to corrupt State institutions and better equip themselves with powerful operational capacity.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“International counter-narcotics efforts, also over the past 10 years, culminated in the adoption by the Commission on Narcotic Drugs last year of a new Political Declaration and Plan of Action on International Cooperation towards an Integrated and Balanced Strategy to Counter the World Drug Problem. Despite all of these coordinated international efforts to combat the serious threat posed by drugs and crime, one can hardly say that the situation has improved over the past 10 years. I would like to point out three factors that make the challenge more complicated to deal with. First, advances in transportation, information technology and financial systems have made it easier for cross-border human trafficking and smuggling, the trade in illicit arms and drugs, and the transfer of proceeds of criminal activity.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“I would like to congratulate France on taking the initiative to organize a briefing on transnational organized crime as a threat to peace and security. I would also like to express my gratitude to the Secretary-General and Mr. Antonio Maria Costa for their helpful briefings. The international community has intensified its efforts to combat transnational organized crime, in particular since the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime 10 years ago. Drug trafficking is closely connected with transnational organized crime.”
2010-02-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6277 (2010) · source
“We therefore support the extension of UNMIT's mandate for another 12 months, as recommended by the Secretary-General. We believe that the Security Council should begin discussing in due time the future role of the United Nations in the country. As a lead country in Timor-Leste, we suggest organizing a Security Council mission some time this year to make the review process meaningful in defining the future role of the United Nations as the critical year of 2012 approaches. I would like to conclude by reiterating Japan's continued commitment to standing by the Timorese people in their nation-building effort.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“In that regard, I applaud Prime Minister Gusmao's leadership in preparing a National Strategic Development Plan to advance socio-economic development, given the lack of economic opportunities for the young population. I believe that vocational training and job creation should be given the highest priority in the Timorese Development Strategy. 10-2486] I also stress the importance of rural development, agriculture and infrastructure, such as roads and water resources, in the 2010 national priorities. All resources - domestic and external, bilateral and multilateral, public and private - should be mobilized to support those priority activities. The presence of UNMIT is an essential stabilizing factor for Timor-Leste. The various contributions of the members of UNMIT are greatly appreciated.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“Here, I would like to stress the importance for the Government to lay out clearly the future vision and orientation of the PNTL - what kind of national police it would like to develop, for instance, with emphasis on community policing. Timor-Leste is at a critical juncture in its efforts to consolidate its achievements and to pave the way for self-sufficiency and sustainable development. As I have stressed on many occasions, the security and durable stability of any country, including Timor-Leste, can be achieved only with the corresponding socio-economic development. As UNMIT carries out its mandate, integrated peacebuilding efforts should be accelerated.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“However, we should not rush the process by setting a rigid timeline before the National Police acquire the necessary capacity. The transfer of policing responsibility should be based on an assessment of the capacity of the local police and objective criteria. Therefore, we support the Secretary-General's prudent approach to reconfiguring the UNMIT police component. The downsizing of the police should take place on a district-by-district basis and on the basis of an assessment of the capacity in each district. The focus of the United Nations police is naturally shifting to its role in training and mentoring the PNTL, which is expected to carry the primary responsibility for public security.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“We applaud the efforts of the Government and the people of Timor-Leste. We are also grateful for the indispensable role that the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) and the countries concerned have played in support of Timor-Leste's efforts to achieve such progress. Yet, we should remind ourselves that even a calm situation may contain a hint of fragility. It is essential to continue to ensure security, for instance, so as to conduct municipal elections in a free, fair and safe manner later this year. In that regard, a key task of UNMIT is to support the Policia Nacional de Timor- Leste (PNTL) in steadily resuming the policing responsibility. We welcome PNTL assumption of responsibility in four districts and three units last year. We hope that steady progress will continue to be made throughout this year.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“I would like to congratulate Ms. Ameerah Haq on her first briefing to the Council in her new capacity as Special Representative. I would also like to extend a warm welcome to His Excellency Mr. Jose Luis Guterres, Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, and to thank him for his statement. We are very pleased with the positive developments in Timor-Leste over the course of the past year. The security situation has remained generally calm and the success of the suco elections demonstrated the growing trust of the people in democratic governance. Progress has also been made in the area of capacity-building. The issue of internally displaced persons is one of those remaining since the 2006 crisis and is being dealt with, and we are hopeful of an early satisfactory solution of that pending issue.”
2010-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6276 (2010) · source
“It is therefore essential to strengthen coordination mechanisms according to an integrated plan and to ensure active interaction among all stakeholders, including, of course, the Security Council, the PBC, the host country, donor countries, troop- and police-contributing countries, international financial institutions and the private sector. The Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations, which Japan chairs, has agreed to discuss, first, key gaps in capabilities, resources and training; and secondly, key lessons learned from completed and current missions about the successful implementation of transition strategies. I would like to conclude by reaffirming Japan's very strong interest in developing effective transition strategies.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“An integrated and coordinated approach is therefore key to success. For instance, the successful implementation of security sector reform and the rule of law are critical to stability and transition. Security sector reform cannot be completed merely by strengthening the institutional capacity of the national police or by downsizing, disarming and demobilizing the military. It must be accompanied by support for security personnel, the reintegration of former combatants and the creation of economic opportunity for young people. Peacebuilding activities require more varied expertise and civilian specialists than peacekeeping operations. They are tied to diverse programmes with differing implementation procedures and funding sources. The United Nations may not necessarily be the strongest player on the ground.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“However, we might consider the possibility that the PBC should give advice on peacebuilding to the Security Council in cases of the first type, and also of the second type, in which peacekeeping and peacebuilding are implemented simultaneously. At the same time, we must all be very clear as to the kind of advice and added value that the PBC may be able to provide in those cases. One can hardly overemphasize the importance of formulating strategic goals for peacebuilding at an early stage. The opportunity to take advantage of the golden hour immediately after a ceasefire is very frequently lost and never comes back. We need to promote activities to achieve strategic goals along a road map with a clear timeline, as well as to identify the stakeholders responsible for each goal.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“We should consider what type of peacebuilding activity could be implemented within the mandate of a peacekeeping operation in the future, and how such operations can support peacebuilding activity when another organization is in charge of that aspect. We believe that such considerations will help to make transition strategies more effective. Up to now, the PBC has been in charge mostly of the third category of mission. We should be mindful that peacebuilding as a whole is a broad concept involving large-scale activities in various post-conflict or fragile situations, and it is totally unrealistic to expect that the PBC can be responsible for and engaged in every peacebuilding need in the world.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“In considering transition, there are three types of relationships between peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding activity. In the first type, the mandate of a peacekeeping operation itself contains some elements of peacebuilding activity, such as in East Timor. The second is the type in which a peacekeeping operation does not include a mandate for peacebuilding activities, while other United Nations entities carry out peacebuilding activities in the country of operation. The third is the type in which peacebuilding activities are carried out after a peacekeeping mission completes its mandate. This type applies to countries taken up by the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), such as Burundi and Sierra Leone. We should be more sensitive to these different types of relationship.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“An equally serious challenge to transition is the absence of a peace dividend and a lack of social and economic stability after the end of a conflict. A prerequisite for durable peace is to secure basic services, including electricity, to every household and to facilitate the reintegration of people affected by the conflict and reconciliation and coexistence in isolated communities. Above all, the reintegration of former combatants into normal civilian life and the creation of job opportunities for younger people are vitally important to ending the Vicious cycle of conflict and poverty. Thus, we need to establish a comprehensive and integrated strategy of peacebuilding towards transition. Peacekeeping operations are expected to maintain peace and security in the host country to create an environment for peacebuilding activities.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Such an approach would contribute to enhancing the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations, thereby achieving a smooth transition. The main challenge that many operations face is the lack of capacity of the host country to provide for basic security and to deal with urgent issues in the post-conflict situation. To address this challenge, it is essential to promote the institution-building of the host country and the training of its nationals. The instability of the security situation and a lack of productive economic activity are two major impediments to transition. Transition - in other words, the completion of the main task of peacekeeping operations to ensure a stable security situation - depends on the extent of the progress made in security sector reform and the establishment of the rule of law.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“I would like to stress the importance of considering the role of a peacekeeping mission in the much broader context of a continuum from the end of conflict to social and economic stability. In launching a new mission, the Security Council needs to exercise self-restraint in the wording of mandates. It is important for the Council to set clear, concrete and achievable goals from the outset, which will help in planning a smooth transition. For instance, complex mandates such as the protection of civilians need to be defined more clearly for implementable, specific tasks in mission planning. There should also be a clear priority among a set of mandates. We also need to set benchmarks against which progress is monitored and adjustment made in a timely manner, taking into account the changing situation on the ground.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my deep appreciation to the Secretary-General, the two Under-Secretaries-General and the three heads of very important missions for their informative briefings and lessons learned. I also pay tribute to France for its very important initiative. United Nations peacekeeping operations are sent to monitor ceasefires and assist national efforts to restore security and stability. Our primary focus, therefore, should be on how effectively peacekeeping operations can achieve the objectives mandated by the Security Council rather than on discussing how soon to exit. Such an approach is in fact more effective in achieving transition. Peacekeeping operations are one of the most valuable and indispensable tools available to the Security Council for peace and security.”
2010-02-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6270 (2010) · source
“Let me reiterate Japan's commitment to closely cooperate with the OSCE and to support the chairmanship of Kazakhstan. We hope that good preparatory work will be done for a successful summit.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“Japan appreciates the strong interest and close cooperation that the OSCE has demonstrated in promoting the human security perspective on issues such as ethnic reconciliation, the movement of people, human trafficking and environmental degradation. We endorse and strongly support Kazakhstan's priority agenda, with its strong emphasis on the human dimension. Japan also pays tribute to the important role of the OSCE in supporting the democratization process in Eurasian regions. We have been actively cooperating in facilitating free and fair elections in many OSCE countries, including Ukraine, by sending election monitors. I would like to emphasize the particular value of regular dialogue between the Security Council and the OSCE, which is mutually beneficial and supportive.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“Partnership for cooperation makes a good contribution to broadening the OSCE security concerns. A significant example of such inter-reliance is the OSCE's increasing engagement in the stabilization of Afghanistan. We are doing a lot of things for our part, including our contribution last year to five OSCE projects to improve the border security capacities of Central Asian countries having borders with Afghanistan. Such projects help to enhance peace and stability in that country as well as in the wider Central Asian region. Japan believes that the cross-dimensional and comprehensive security agenda of the OSCE could be effectively addressed by emphasizing human security and a human-centred perspective. I have been personally involved in organizing several initiatives to promote human security in OSCE activities.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“I, too, would like to extend a warm welcome to the Foreign Minister, His Excellency Mr. Kanat Saudabayev, and to thank him for his useful briefing on priority issues for the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). As an OSCE partner for cooperation and a good friend of Kazakhstan, Japan would like to congratulate him and say that we have high expectations of the Chairman-in- Office with regard to his proactive efforts in leading the OSCE. I wish him the best in that capacity and in his efforts to contribute to peace and stability in Europe and the entire Eurasian continent. Security in the European region is integrally related to that of Asia and the Pacific. It is essential for the OSCE to address global threats through close cooperation between Europe and Asia.”
2010-02-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6268 (2010) · source
“As part of the follow-up in recent consultations on bilateral support for a capacity-building environment, Japan will start a new programme to invite trainees from Kosovo to Japan. We are committed to supporting Kosovo's development as a vibrant, multi-ethnic and truly democratic country. We are also committed to support the stabilization of the Western Balkans region as a whole. We will do so in close cooperation with international partners, but particularly Serbia and countries in the region.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“The municipal and mayoral elections were conducted in a peaceful manner, with the participation of multiple ethnicities. That was a significant step for Kosovo, an effort to consolidate multi-ethnic democracy and a decentralization process. At the same time, we look forward to greater progress on outstanding issues, in particular protection of minorities and the return of internally displaced persons. We hope all parties will intensify their cooperation on those issues. Japan has supported the efforts of United Nations programmes for peaceful inter-ethnic coexistence and development in Kosovo from a human security perspective. A human-centred approach is particularly relevant in the northern provinces in order to reduce a sense of vulnerability in the population, irrespective of ethnicity.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“Zannier's report that the situation in Kosovo has generally been developing in a positive direction. We highly value the mediation role that UNMIK has been playing between northern Kosovo and Pristina, and also between Pristina and Belgrade. We have yet to see agreement in the areas of justice, customs and the protection of cultural heritage. We very much hope that the collaboration between UNMIK and the European Union will assist the countries in creating an agreement between Pristina and Belgrade in those areas. We congratulate EULEX, whose contribution is bearing fruit in the rule of law, security and reconciliation. We welcome the recent increased presence of EULEX in northern Kosovo and the positive role of the European Union in stabilizing Kosovo's entire Western Balkans region.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“I thank Special Representative Zannier for his very helpful briefing. I also wish to extend a warm welcome to President Tadic' of Serbia and to Foreign Minister Hyseni of Kosovo, and to thank them for their statements. At the outset I wish to express my appreciation to the Secretary-General and to Mr. Zannier for their leadership role of the United Nations on the ground. The United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and + partner organizations such as the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), the Kosovo Force (KFOR) and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) are all supporting a multi-ethnic, democratic Kosovo in the Western Balkans region. Japan pays tribute to the contributions of all those organizations. We are encouraged by Mr.”
2010-01-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6264 (2010) · source
“In particular, we are interested in supporting peacekeeping training centres in Africa and Asia; in creating and training peacebuilding experts in Asia and elsewhere through our centre in Hiroshima; and in building national police capacity in many countries, including Afghanistan, Chad and Somalia. I hope that such assistance will contribute to cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations in promoting peace and security.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“The Security Council should pay tribute to those who made sacrifices in support of United Nations peace activities in those places. In conclusion, it is very clear that all four types of cooperation are indispensable if the Security Council is to discharge its responsibilities under the Charter effectively. We should therefore continue to encourage and promote every possible type of cooperation. Japan will do its best to support regional organizations in strengthening their capacities in conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping and peacebuilding.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“F ourthly, regional organizations or countries may provide security support that is essential to carrying out the activities of United Nations missions. In some United Nations missions, situations may not be secure and stable enough for the Organization to remain on the ground without such assistance. Cooperation from regional organizations is critical to the successful implementation by United Nations missions of their mandates. Such cooperation can obviously be found in Afghanistan, where the International Security Assistance Force supports security for the country and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan is charged with the political role. Similar essential security supports were provided at the early stages of the United Nations missions in East Timor, Kosovo and the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“The case in point is, of course, Chad and the Central African Republic, where the United Nations took over the peacekeeping mission from the European Union. In the Sudan, UNAMID succeeded the African Union Mission in Sudan, which was initiated by the AU. The AU Mission in Somalia, with logistical support from the United Nations, is at the forefront of stabilizing the country until the future status is decided by the Security Council. It is important to mobilize international support for the efforts of regional organizations to strengthen the capacity of peacekeeping personnel and assets to meet United Nations standards. I would like to emphasize that the United Nations and regional organizations should work together to help Member States through training and capacity-building.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“Of course, each region may be in a different situation, but the sharing of experiences among regional organizations may be useful. Cooperation between regional organizations and the United Nations has been significantly enhanced by the active support of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) in the past few years. It may be worth considering creating a subregion-specific rather than a country-specific configuration of the PBC to discuss the challenges common to the countries of the subregion. Thirdly, I refer to what might be called sequential cooperation. This type of cooperation can be most useful in the case of a peacekeeping operation in which a regional organization has taken initiative in advance and conditions have become mature enough to be taken over eventually by the United Nations.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“Bassole, and the appointment of co-facilitators President Obasanjo as United Nations Special Representative and President Mkapa as AU envoy for the Great Lakes region. The United Nations taking the regional perspective into account in appointing a joint mediator can be a model case for other regions. The joint or parallel deployment of peacekeeping and other field missions in the same area of operations is also important. The hybrid arrangement of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) is such an example, of course. This type of complementary cooperation is most useful in the area of peacebuilding, including in electoral support, cross-border drug and small arms trafficking control, mine action and security sector reform.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“We also acknowledge the important role of organizations such as the League of Arab States, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the Organization of American States, the European Union, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Pacific Islands Forum, among others, which strive for the prevention and peaceful solution of conflicts in their respective regions. Secondly, the United Nations and regional organizations may promote peace jointly or in parallel. This type of complementary cooperation starts with peace mediation. The most notable examples are, obviously, the joint nomination by the United Nations and the AU of the Chief Mediator for Darfur, Mr.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“The African Union (AU) and subregional organizations such as the Economic Community of West African States are the best examples of this as they undertake increasingly active peace initiatives in many parts of Africa. In Asia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is promoting the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia and principles for the peaceful settlement of disputes. Many States of the region, including Japan, have signed this Treaty, which is a testimony to the fact that it is an effective measure for confidence-building not only in the region, but also beyond ASEAN.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“The consultation mechanism with the African Union is more advanced than others. The regular interaction and strategic dialogue initiated in 2007 between the African Union and United Nations should therefore be emulated with other organizations. In my view, the United Nations can promote four types of cooperation with regional and subregional organizations. First, the United Nations should encourage regional organizations to prevent and resolve conflict peacefully. Finding a regional solution to a regional issue is frequently effective, and the United Nations can complement and reinforce its efforts in compliance with international standards.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“In formulating strategies for cooperation, we need to fully take into account the specific characteristics, situation and capacity of each of them. We are also mindful of the need to uphold international norms and standards. Cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations should therefore be complementary and not mutually exclusive. The Charter provides in article 54 that the Security Council shall be kept informed of the activities of regional organizations. Today's thematic debate gives a timely opportunity to have such a strategic dialogue. High-level dialogue and information-sharing are the first and critical step for better cooperation. The United Nations can share its experience and lessons, which regional organizations may draw on in addressing the issues.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“The Secretary-General kindly laid out the framework and principle of cooperation with regional organizations. Cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations is enshrined in Chapter VIII of the United Nations Charter. It constitutes an integral part of the United Nations architecture for international peace and security. Strengthening such cooperation is therefore important in promoting the objectives of the Charter. Regional organizations have first-hand understanding of the local conditions and can make best use of their expertise for peace and security in the region. At the same time, what I would like to emphasize is that, as the statements of respective regional organizations made clear this morning, every regional organization has an inherent historical background, distinct objectives and diverse membership.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“At the outset, I, too, would like to express my deep shock and sorrow over the serious devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti. I recall that, last year, one of the highlights of the Council's work was a visit to Haiti, and we were really impressed by the leadership of Hedi Annabi and his team as well as the Government and people of Haiti. We therefore stand by the people and Government of Haiti and United Nations staff and their families in this most unprecedented difficulty. Japan is ready to extend every possible measure of support. I thank the Chinese presidency for organizing this important debate on this subject with the participation of so many representatives of regional organizations. We are grateful to our guests for their interesting and valuable presentations.”
2010-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6257 (2010) · source
“We very much look forward to the Secretary-General's recommendations in his next report. In conclusion, I reaffirm Japan's strong commitment to helping the Government and people of Afghanistan and to supporting UNAMA. I also wish Turkey well in its role as lead country on Afghanistan.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source
“But it is very clear that much more needs to be done to further strengthen their quality and numbers to ensure long-term stability. The role of the United Nations has been, and will remain, indispensable in helping to stabilize and reconstruct the country. We pay a high tribute to the continuing courageous work of United Nations staff on the ground. We will continue to support the work of UNAMA to the maximum extent possible. The security of staff is of the utmost concern to us all. We should provide every possible support for additional security measures by the Secretary-General to enable relocated staff to return as early as possible. In addition, the mandate of UNAMA will be the subject of discussion among us in the coming months to ensure that it meets the expectations of both the Afghan people and the international community.”
2010-01-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6255 (2010) · source