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Tidjani

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first: 2002-06-26
most recent: 2004-01-26
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“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): At the outset I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this public meeting today, which marks the third anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security. This meeting eloquently attests to the Security Council's continuing interest in advancing the rights of women and their role for peace. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary- General Jean-Marie Guehenno and to pay a tribute to the Senior Gender Adviser of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ms. Amy Smythe, for their very rich, thorough and informative briefings. I would also like to welcome Ms.”
2003-10-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4852 (2003) · source
“Finally, we are convinced that, after two years of existence, the Committee could benefit from a process of self-evaluation in order to look to the future in practical terms and to remain effective in the fight against terrorism. The frequency of public debates on this topic should not mean that they should be seen as a commonplace ritual - quite the opposite. They should enhance the awareness of almost all the peoples of the United Nations of the scope of this pernicious threat to our collective security. The delegation of Cameroon is therefore grateful to you, Mr. President, for having agreed to the convening of a public meeting on this question.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“The Counter-Terrorism Committee has become the best tool to coordinate dynamic cooperation between States and international and regional organizations. We owe all of that to the tenacity of a dedicated and effective team, energetically presided over by our colleague Ambassador Inocencio Arias, to whom I once again express our full confidence and convey our encouragement. The new programme covering the next 90 days, which he has just presented to us, is very ambitious in its objectives and pragmatic in its approach. My delegation fully supports that programme, and very much looks forward to the report that the Committee intends to submit regarding the main problems encountered by States in implementing resolution 1373 (2001). We urge the Committee to submit periodically a report on the follow-up of the major recommendations of the Council.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“The effectiveness of our struggle also depends on improving the international environment by eliminating situations of injustice and poverty, which feed intolerance and hatred. Cameroon welcomes the largely positive work done by the Counter-Terrorism Committee. In its two- year existence it has received an impressive number of reports - over 419; it has contributed greatly to consolidating consensus on the objectives and modalities of the struggle against terrorism, and to strengthening national anti-terrorism capacity as well as international cooperation in this sphere; and it is helping to promote existing conventions, where its effectiveness is illustrated by the growing number of States parties.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“Against that backdrop, we believe that as a purely legal matter there is an urgent need for an overall international regulatory instrument to combat this evil. Although there is an impressive body of anti-terrorism conventions, there are gaps, due to the sectoral nature of current measures. On that precise point, I recall with regret that political differences are delaying consensus in the Sixth Committee on the drafting of an overall convention and a convention for the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism. It would be suicidal for the international community as a whole to continue to be passive spectators in the face of the risk to all humankind of the use of weapons of mass destruction by terrorists.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“We have refused to give in to the diktat of terrorism. We have not given up; to the contrary, we have decided to react firmly and with perseverance. We have defined a mobilizing strategy that is daily being honed by the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) to confine this monster and fight more effectively against it. The success of our collective struggle necessarily requires a firm commitment by all international actors and the strengthening of cooperation between all States, on the one hand, and, on the other hand, between States, international, regional and subregional organizations and civil society. However, we will not achieve maximum collective security unless we develop a real policy to exchange information, experiences and assistance. My delegation believes that to be fundamental.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): The sad memory of those who died in Baghdad on 19 August 2003, in the United States on 11 September 2001, in Bali on 12 October 2002, and more recently in Morocco and many other parts of the world is a timely reminder of how vulnerable the world still is to terrorism. This is a new type of terrorism in its methods, intolerance, wantonness and cowardice. It attacks all of society, inflicting indescribable suffering upon the peoples of the United Nations and plunging them into what Voltaire described as convulsions of anxiety - to which one might add fear. It poses a serious threat to our most basic right: the right to life, a peaceful life, based on love, fraternity, justice and solidarity. Terrorism is therefore a matter of great concern, a threat to international peace and security.”
2003-10-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4845 (2003) · source
“Unemployment remains significant, and social sectors such as education and health are encountering real difficulties. As we wait for the Timorese "oil bonanza", the international community must lend sustained support to the Timorese Government and economy. The real efforts by the authorities on the ground justify that support. I welcome the fact that the Special Representative and the entire UNMISET team are so resolutely committed to the Timorese. Because they are doing useful work, they deserve our full appreciation.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“However, one might well wonder about what will happen after May 2004 - that is, following UNMISET's departure - particularly with regard to establishing an army capable of shouldering its responsibilities throughout the territory. Here, as elsewhere, support on the part of the international community is absolutely necessary if we wish to accelerate the appropriation process. That leads me to my last essential comment. Timor-Leste possesses real economic potential, and the arrangements concluded with Australia in the hydrocarbon sector give rise to optimism for the medium term. Unfortunately, in the short term, the country's financing needs cannot be met without external support. The report emphasizes a regular decline in gross domestic product, which will continue next year.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“Cameroon joins the appeal to donors to finance the posts of civilian advisers, whose crucial importance for the establishment of a competent, efficient and effective Timorese Administration has been emphasized. Likewise, we believe that substantial resources are urgently needed for the training of judges, of legal personnel and of other key elements of thejudicial system. The fight against impunity in the context of grave crimes - a fight that the Council demands of the Timorese authorities - cannot be conducted successfully to its completion unless support for the judicial system is strengthened. At this stage, we should duly appreciate the progress and results achieved. In the area of internal and external security, my delegation would like to congratulate UNMISET on the work accomplished in training both the police and the army.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“After an inevitable running-in period, the judiciary has now begun to work, and, happily, one area in which it has been very active has been in combating impunity. We also welcome the regional foreign policy of Timor-Leste. Its cooperation with its neighbours, Australia and Indonesia, is exemplary and may quickly have an impact on its economy, national policy and security. Cameroon encourages this trend, and pays tribute to Indonesia and Australia for their positive contribution to Timor-Leste. The report of the Secretary-General gives a vivid picture of the implementation by UNMISET of the various programmes under way to strengthen the institutional capacities of public administration and the judiciary.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“The Secretary-General's report gives an objective overview of the situation in Timor-Leste and makes recommendations with which my country fully agrees. My delegation will concentrate briefly on the political and diplomatic activities of the Timorese, the fruitful interaction between UNMISET and the Timorese Government, and the country's short- and medium-term economic prospects. On the whole, since 20 May 2002 the Timorese authorities have not proved unworthy of their task. They have been able to overcome their differences, and the main leaders have wisely chosen to put their strong personalities at the service of the Timorese people. Today the President and Government are cohabiting in a constructive manner and are mobilizing as many citizens as possible for involvement in local government.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): My delegation is particularly pleased to welcome the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Timor-Leste, Ambassador Kamalesh Sharma. We thank him for his exhaustive and detailed briefing, following the excellent report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). Seventeen months ago we witnessed the restoration of independence to Timor-Leste and the transformation of the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) into UNMISET. Since then substantial progress has been made to put this young, friendly country on the path to political and security stability and economic and social development.”
2003-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4843 (2003) · source
“In conclusion, we would like to express our appreciation for the efforts being made by the Presidents and the Prosecutors of the two Tribunals and their staff to bring to justice those individuals who, as President Meron has said, bear the greatest responsibility for the greatest atrocities.”
2003-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4838 (2003) · source
“Its leading figures have indeed asked for that, and particularly for an increased number of ad litem judges. In conclusion, allow me to ask one or two questions. The ICTY has presented a detailed completion strategy plan, which requires a number of reforms. My delegation would like more precise information about the implementation of such a strategy for Rwanda and about the assistance to be provided to the Rwanda Tribunal - for example, in terms of training and applicable law. How will the current system reconcile the need for punishment with the need for reconciliation, not only in Rwanda, but in the entire region? We note that the Prosecutor will be concluding investigations by the end of 2004. What are the possible implications of that decision for the normal functioning of the special War Crimes Chamber?”
2003-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4838 (2003) · source
“These meritorious efforts are the result of internal and external reforms that have been vigorously implemented by the leaders of the Tribunals. As for future action, the reports emphasize the importance of the cooperation of the States concerned for the success of the completion strategy. My delegation therefore calls for the strengthening of open cooperation between the two Tribunals and States directly involved, particularly with regard to the ICTY. We believe that a regular exchange of views between the two Tribunals is necessary for the harmonious accomplishment of their respective tasks. The two Tribunals must also be given the means necessary for their functioning and for carrying out their worthwhile reforms. We believe that for the Rwanda Tribunal to accelerate its work, strengthening its capacity is essential.”
2003-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4838 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): On behalf of the delegation of Cameroon, I would like to thank Presidents Theodor Meron and Erik Mase and the Prosecutors, Ms. Carla Del Ponte and Mr. Hassan Bubacar Jallow, for the clear and exhaustive presentation of their reports, which, together with the contents of the reports, enables the Council to assess the work done and the efforts that still need to be made to achieve the set objectives. I shall limit my comments to the following matters. Regarding progress made, we have noted with much interest that the pace of the activities of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) has been unprecedented in the period under review. To a large extent, that has also been true of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR).”
2003-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4838 (2003) · source
“In that regard, it is important that the Security Council send them a strong signal, without delay, urging them to resume immediately a constructive dialogue with a View to a definitive settlement of this long-lasting conflict. We wish to reiterate our commitment to a comprehensive, just and lasting peaceful settlement of the Middle East conflict, in accordance with Security Council resolutions 242 (1967), 338 (1973), and 1397 (2002).”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“They may enduringly undermine the prospects for peace contained in the road map. We share the hope expressed earlier by Mr. Roed- Larsen about what he called the Quartet mechanism. We also reiterate our support to the members of the Quartet in particular and to all international or regional mediators in their efforts to bring the conflicting parties back to the path of peace. We welcome the efforts made by the European Union through the contacts of Mr. Javier Solana, High Representative for External Policy. We are convinced that other major international actors beyond the Quartet can use their influence to act upon the parties. Finally, we once again express an appeal to the parties themselves to make greater use of peaceful means.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“It goes without saying that the return of violence compromises the implementation of the road map, which is the only option for the parties if they want peace. Today, we should direct our efforts towards the second phase of the road map. Let us recall that the second phase was to provide, on the basis of an assessment of the results of the first, the convening of an international conference and the establishment of a viable independent Palestinian State. Unfortunately, that has not occurred. More disturbing yet, the achievements of the first phase are now being challenged. The resurgence of Violence and the myriad threats against the head of the Palestinian Authority, Mr. Arafat, do not augur well for the future. In this regard, Cameroon joins the international community in stating that these solutions are roads that lead nowhere.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): My delegation followed with great interest Mr. Roed- Larsen's briefing on the latest developments in Palestine. I wish to thank him for his uncompromising analysis of the situation. The situation in the Middle East, especially in Palestine, is disturbing. The great hopes inspired by the road map seem to be fading. Indeed, since the attack in Jerusalem of 19 August and the many reprisals that followed, violence has gained the upper hand. The unilateral, conditional and temporary truce has been broken. The closure of territories has resumed, constant incursions have begun anew, raids are intensifying and other coercive measures have been announced.”
2003-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4824 (2003) · source
“My delegation also reaffirms its commitment to a multi-ethnic and multicultural Kosovo nourished by the human values of tolerance and harmony and watered by the source of democratic values and respect for human rights. My delegation appeals to all the elements of Kosovo society and all other political actors in the subregion to pool their efforts with those of UNMIK so as to prevent the further stirring up of negative emotions and to work to restore peace, security and prosperity for all. In conclusion, I would like to say how much my country appreciates the impressive job being done on the ground by Mr. Holkeri and his entire team. I reaffirm the support of Cameroon for their efforts to implement resolution 1244 (1999).”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“Kosovo is at a delicate stage and the Security Council, with the customary support of Secretary-General Kofi Annan and his Special Representative, must tailor its strategy and the modalities of its implementation by ensuring that its activities in the province are focused on the long term. We must therefore ensure that we know what the people of Kosovo truly want and find appropriate solutions that will enable us, without acting hastily, to resolve the problem of the final status of Kosovo. My delegation would like to reaffirm its commitment to the principle of "standards before status" and to the virtues of direct dialogue among all the parties concerned. In this regard, we agree with Mr. Holkeri that such dialogue should be focused on specific issues, and we look forward to the proposals for modalities for that dialogue.”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“Over and above the duties imposed on it by the Charter, the Organization has a specific moral commitment to successfully conclude its mission in Kosovo. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Harri Holkeri, has stated that the incidents in question will only strengthen our resolve to establish the rule of law for the people of Kosovo. In this regard, the Special Representative needs the firm support of the United Nations if he is to be successful in addressing the priorities for 2003 that his predecessor, Mr. Steiner, set out and that the Council welcomed.”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“Those men and women work with the population day by day with determination to ensure the stabilization and reconstruction of Kosovo and the reconciliation of the entire population. Establishing a safe environment that has been disarmed and demined, ensuring protection and freedom of movement, facilitating the return of refugees and displaced persons, creating conditions for a lasting settlement of the problem - I could go on, but Council members are well aware that these issues are the tasks set forth in resolution 1244 (1999). All of those objectives disturb the extremists on all sides, who are pleased only when the situation is confused and out of control. It is the United Nations that has established conditions that have given rise to, or strengthened, the hopes and dreams of the Kosovars.”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“That assessment, although largely positive, did include some reasons for concern due to certain problems that Mr. Steiner underlined in his introductory briefing on that day. Those problems have grown since then, as we noted in Mr. Annabi's statement today. My delegation believes that those problems stem from the persistence of intolerance, hatred and instinctual reactions based on identity, which fuel partisan rivalry, injustice, violence and, as a result, insecurity. The population of Kosovo dreams of peace and a reconciled society of solidarity that shares a common vision of happiness. As well, as the Council observed on the ground last month, the population is aware of the international community's firm commitment and of the enormous sacrifices its men and women make out of goodwill.”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): My delegation would also like to thank Mr. Annabi for his briefing containing up-to-date and very useful information. On 18 August 2003, the Security Council, in complete unanimity, condemned the unjustifiable and often lethal incidents described by Mr. Annabi. The Council firmly called for finding the perpetrators and bringing them to justice so that they can be held accountable for their crimes. I welcome the mobilization that seems to be growing among the population today, to help the police in their investigations. I also recall that on 3 July 2003, Mr. Steiner presented to the Council the most recent report of the Secretary-General on Kosovo (S/2003/675). It was an exhaustive assessment of the efforts of the United Nations to normalize the situation in the province.”
2003-09-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4823 (2003) · source
“In that respect, the Council should continue the dialogue begun with multilateral financial institutions in order to develop a concerted and coordinated approach that simplifies and makes more flexible the eligibility requirements so that action is more rapid and more closely tied to reconstruction. In conclusion, strengthening the primary responsibility of the United Nations in peacekeeping and the effectiveness of its peace operations requires that States demonstrate their political will and that there be extensive cooperation between the United Nations and all actors of the international community.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“The tragic events of 19 August - towards which we share the sentiment just expressed by the Council President - have reminded the Council that the measures taken thus far in response to the new challenges before the international community, are not adequate to protect United Nations and associated personnel and humanitarian personnel participating in the peacekeeping operations authorized by the Security Council. That is why my delegation welcomes the Council's unanimous adoption of resolution 1502 (2003) on 26 August. With respect to the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes included in peacekeeping operations, while disarmament and demobilization are being handled better and better at the moment, much remains to be done with regard to reintegration.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“In that context, the current experience in Liberia opens a new path for reflection, mainly in relation to the regional management of Blue Helmet contingents and the logistical resources in response to neighbouring conflicts, such as is the case in western Africa. Such reflection can also take into account the need to set up regional warning mechanisms with sufficient autonomous capacity. That formula seems to be taking shape in certain regions. In that respect, we consider cooperation in the framework of Chapter VIII to be fundamental.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“I will give the examples of the deployment, in certain conflict zones in Africa, of Operation Unicorn and the mission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Cote d'Ivoire, the Artemis Force of the European Union in Bunia in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and, more recently, the ECOWAS mission in Liberia. Endowing multinational forces with a robust mandate certainly enables them to deal urgently and very effectively with certain major crises. Therefore, we believe that it is healthy and prudent to define very clearly the duration of interventions. That demonstrates that a long-term response depends on the capacity of the United Nations to mobilize the appropriate resources for action rapidly and at any given moment. In the meantime, the Organization must rationalize its use of available resources.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“My delegation believes that the systematic use by the Secretary-General of missions to evaluate needs would be another very useful response to the concerns encountered. It often happens that the Security Council authorizes a State or group of States to intervene urgently and with their own resources in certain crisis situations. The results of that practice have not been completely conclusive, if one recalls the interventions in Somalia in 1992 and in Rwanda in 1994. Most fortunately, that approach seems to have had several convincing successes in recent years.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Today, many reforms have been introduced in peacekeeping missions: a realistic definition of every mission's needs, without necessarily casting doubt on a newly enlarged mandate for that mission; ongoing consultation among the Security Council, the Secretariat and troop-contributing countries - in this respect some are thinking of some form of joint decision-making, with the countries contributing troops or resources; the enhanced involvement of civil society and the relevant non- governmental organizations, in partnership with the regional organizations concerned; rules of conduct for United Nations personnel involved in peacekeeping operations; and measures to halt the spreading of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, which is a major crisis for development.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“That unfortunately hinders the effectiveness of the operations concerned, with all the consequences that entails, the humanitarian consequences in particular. Certain non-governmental organizations have not failed to denounce that sad reality. Several solutions have been proposed to remedy that situation.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“In that context, the analysis and recommendations of the study group on the peacekeeping operations of the United Nations, better known as the Brahimi report, are an essential contribution. That reference report helped raised awareness of the urgent need to reform peacekeeping operations and to provide them with adequate means for reaching the desired goals by taking into account all specific characteristics of a conflict when defining a mission's mandate. While in some situations peacekeeping soldiers are rapidly mobilized and deployed with the appropriate resources, in other situations that are just as tragic, or more so, the international community has unfortunately wavered in deciding for the intervention of the United Nations. And when that decision is taken, the international community struggles to muster the necessary resources.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“A number of prior conditions are indispensable for peacekeeping, and I will again quote the Secretary- General: a clear and achievable mandate and the strength and authority to defend itself and safeguard the mission. Moreover, the Charter makes available to the Organization a vast array of tools ranging from ways for the peaceful settlement of conflicts under Chapter VI to the coercive measures provided for in Chapter VII. I must underline that peacekeeping operations involve complexities that vary from one situation to another. They are therefore a permanent challenge for the Organization, requiring it unceasineg to explore new routes of action and new opportunities for streamlining.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“In the course of this month, the Security Council considered a number of questions related to the peacekeeping component of its work, as was the case with Kosovo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Liberia. Another reason to welcome the choice of this topic is that, as the President has just mentioned, it gives the Council an opportunity to assess the efficiency of peacekeeping operations, which are the primary responsibility entrusted by the Charter to the Security Council. It is through these operations that the international community and public opinion can - to use the words of the Secretary-General - appraise the capacity of the United Nations to make the difference between war and peace.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): First, Sir, let me thank you, as you approach the end of your presidency, for having convened this important wrap- up meeting on peacekeeping operations. I also wish to convey to you my delegation's appreciation for your activities throughout the past two years, as we have worked together on the Security Council, and to wish you every success in your new post and your new responsibilities. The Council's consideration of the question of peacekeeping operations is particularly timely and wise, because over the past few years, peacekeeping operations have proliferated throughout the world, becoming the very core of the United Nations collective security system.”
2003-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4818 (2003) · source
“This means that it must be more transparent, clarify its activities and purposes in Iraq and, in particular, promote the quick restoration to Iraqis of the administrative, political and economic management of their country. We are all involved in the renewal and reconstruction of Iraq, whether we like it or not. This is a challenge that we must meet together to honour the memory of Mr. Viera de Mello and other United Nations staff members who were victims of the heinous 19 August attack.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“The Secretary-General has reaffirmed his determination to continue the unfinished yet promising work of Mr. Vieira de Mello and his team. It is up to us to create optimal security conditions to ensure the success of that work. We owe this to them. The other activity to pursue in carrying on with the efforts that Mr. Viera de Mello has made is to call on the countries of the region for cooperation to support the reconstruction efforts in Iraq, as well as the political process, which must very soon lead to free and democratic elections. Finally, I would like to appeal to the coalition to be more open to the United Nations and its Members.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“In the view of my delegation, for a month now it has seemed necessary to add a military component to the United Nations mission in Iraq. That could possibly take the form of a multinational force with a clear and robust mandate, whose scope of action should be clearly defined. Even if comparisons do not provide all the answers, the Council could find inspiration in other models in which a United Nations force has worked alongside a parallel international force in the same country. We are, of course, facing a case with different characteristics, but, in Iraq, as elsewhere, promoting peace, security and the social and economic progress of a suffering people demands action from the Security Council. Whether it is the people of Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo or Iraq, necessity dictates what must be done.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“At our truly historic public meeting of 22 July 2003, my delegation clearly expressed its support for the recommendations of the Secretary-General contained in his report (S/2003/715) of 17 July 2003, particularly for those recommendations concerning the creation of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI), subsequently established by Security Council resolution 1500 (2003). At the time of supporting the creation of UNAMI, Cameroon suggested that the Council reflect without delay on the best way for the United Nations to contribute decisively to solving the thorny question of the lack of security that is currently affecting all else in Iraq. We believe that it is time to hasten that reflection and to take the appropriate decisions on the challenges to be met.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“The entire world, in solidarity, can only condemn in the strongest terms that barbaric, heinous and cowardly act perpetrated against United Nations staff engaged with faith and passion alongside Iraqis. Those martyrs for peace died helping the Iraqis recover their dignity, independence and happiness in a climate of peace and equitably shared economic and social progress - of which Iraq had been bereft for more than 30 years, suffocated by a brutal and bloody dictatorship. We have carefully listened to the two briefings by coalition members, and we sincerely thank them. At the present stage, we can only note with interest the detailed and precise information they have given the Council and their assessment of the situation.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“Mr. Tidjani (Cameroon) (spoke in French): First, I must publicly reiterate to the Secretary-General and to the entire United Nations family the condolences of the Government and the people of Cameroon following the sudden and tragic death on 19 August of several United Nations staff members, including the sadly missed Sergio Vieira de Mello, who, with professionalism and determination, performed the delicate tasks of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq. His is a great loss for the international system. With him, we lost one of our finest gems, a genuine apostle of peace, a wizard of post-conflict management. I also wish to convey Cameroon's full sympathy to Brazil and the other countries struck by that unspeakable tragedy, and to all the afflicted families.”
2003-08-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4812 (2003) · source
“Initially, it is being given significant assistance from the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the Kosovo Force (KFOR). In that context, we hope that UNMIK's efforts will speedily result in the perpetrators of those recent crimes being found and brought to justice. Only the commitment of all Kosovans to a culture of peace will restore peace in hearts and minds and make it possible to build a truly multi-ethnic and multicultural society founded on universally recognized democratic values. That is the challenge faced by Kosovans, and by the entire international community as well. The international community long ago decided to meet that challenge and is patiently and tenaciously striving to do so. Now, it is up to the people of Kosovo to prove that they are committed to that path.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source
“They are all responsible for the security of all the people of Kosovo and thus have a role to play in combating that type of incident and in combating impunity. Their firm commitment is essential. My delegation is convinced that direct dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade could defuse all kinds of declared and potential tensions or at least prevent their exacerbation. The rapprochement of the two capitals should be encouraged and continued. The current situation in Kosovo indicates that much remains to be done if we wish to attain our goals. But it is possible, as demonstrated by the success of the civilian Kosovo Police Force, which is multi-ethnic and incorporates gender mainstreaming. The Police Force has the difficult task of enforcing the law in Kosovo and combating extremism and all other forms of crime.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source
“It is therefore with great satisfaction that we welcomed the decision to launch a weapons amnesty programme in Kosovo from 1 to 30 September, to enable the voluntary disarmament of the people until the latter date, after which they will face legal action. My delegation urgently appeals to all sectors of Kosovo society massively to support that programme, which has opened up a new window on the highway to peace and reconciliation. My delegation once again calls on political and administrative leaders and civil society in the province to avoid any action that could inflame emotions and thus create new obstacles to the process of building a multi-ethnic and multicultural civil society.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source
“Holkeri, the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General, said on 13 August: "We cannot allow a few extremists, of whatever ethnicity, to undermine the secure and hopeful future of Kosovo that so many have worked to build here. Such incidents will only strengthen our determination to establish the rule of law for the sake of all people in Kosovo." More than 450,000 illegal arms of all calibres are circulating today in Kosovo. This poses an ongoing threat to peace and security in the province and to the efforts of the international community, as is made clear by these recent regrettable events.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source
“I should like to say here also that my country is committed to the principle of standards before status. A few days ago, a delegation from my country visited Kosovo and took note of the excellent work being done there by the United Nations and by the international community as a whole. We have read the latest report of the Secretary-General on Kosovo, and we have also noted the fragility of the achievements registered in the context of the serious problems stemming from questions of identity, which pose a major obstacle to the building of a truly multi-ethnic society. In this context, my delegation fully agrees with what Mr.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source
“This would make it more difficult, if not impossible, to restore confidence in all its aspects. The people there are more than ever in need of the presence of, and an additional impetus from, the international community, in order to help them to keep alive the hope, and make a reality, of a peaceful society- a unified society living in harmony with itself and with its environment. The process of the return of displaced persons and of refugees - for which an appeal was launched on 2 July, to the great satisfaction of the international community - could be the principal victim of these murders, which exacerbate fear, hatred, injustice and violence. I therefore welcome the appeal made by the Deputy Prime Minister for Serbs to remain in Kosovo.”
2003-08-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4809 (2003) · source