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1. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to thank the Assistant Secretary-General, Mr. Hedi Annabi, for the very useful information he has shared with us about the ballot organized on 17 November 2001 in Kosovo, by which the province provided itself with democratic institutions. It is clear that this vote, designed to elect the Kosovar parliament, gave all the communities of Kosovo the chance to build a truly democratic, multi-ethnic and prosperous society. My delegation welcomes the successful holding of the elections, the high level of participation - 63 per cent - and the mobilization of the minority communities, which met expectations. The positive climate in which the elections took place shows that Kosovo is evolving in the right direction to overcome the traumas of the recent past.”

   2001-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4430 (2001) · source

2. “In conclusion, my delegation pays tribute to Hans Haekkerup for his action at the head of UNMIK and to the entire staff, local and international, of UNMIK and KFOR for their resolve to implement resolution 1244 (1999). The international community must increase its support to UNMIK in this crucial stage of its commitment to Kosovo in order to make possible the realization of its peace, security and development objectives, as well as the building of a multi-ethnic society.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

3. “With regard to cooperation between UNMIK and KFOR and the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, we believe that the constructive dialogue between the parties should continue and be strengthened. Turning to the painful questions of missing persons, which remains one of the chief obstacles to reconciliation, my delegation welcomes progress made in this regard with the blessing of the Belgrade authorities. We support UNMIK and the parties concerned as they seek to implement decisions taken on this fundamental issue. We have no doubt that constructive, open dialogue among the parties involved will make it possible to overcome the last obstacles.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

4. “We welcome the public information programmes directed towards the Serbian minorities to try to encourage the formation of Kosovo Serb parties and to encourage their electors to put their names on the electoral rolls and certainly to participate in the elections. The cooperation by the authorities of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia is something to be welcomed. We support steps taken by UNMIK to encourage participation by the Serb minority in the election, as set out in paragraphs 35 through 37 of this report. Furthermore, my delegation welcomes the launching of the electoral campaign on 2 October throughout Kosovo. We call on all citizens to participate in a free, fair campaign and to abandon any acts of violence. We wish to point out that UNMIK and KFOR are doing everything they can to ensure security during the elections.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

5. “Each elector must know that his vote counts and that he can change the course of history in Kosovo by voting for leaders who really want to build a multi-ethnic, tolerant society in Kosovo. In order to do that, everything should be done so that the elections take place in secure conditions. My delegation welcomes the inclusion of minority communities, particularly Kosovo Serbs, on the lists. Their participation in the elections and in the institutions of the autonomous government to be established is a major challenge that UNMIK, KFOR and the entire international community must overcome.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

6. “The report of the Secretary-General is very explicit about the preparation for the 17 November elections - the establishment of the Constitutional Framework for Provisional Self-Government and the forming of the public administrative capacities that are necessary before handing power over to the people of Kosovo. In view of this I wish to make the following comments. With regard to the lead-up to the 17 November elections for the Kosovo Assembly, my delegation welcomes the good preparations for this and the registration of civil status documents. We consider that the establishment of inclusive, reliable electoral rolls is crucial for honest, transparent elections. We urge all those on the electoral rolls to participate en masse on 17 November.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

7. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): Like previous speakers, I would like to thank the Secretary- General for his report of 2 October 2001 on the activities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). I also wish to thank Mr. Hans Haekkerup, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of UNMIK, for his very detailed briefing on that report. Despite the difficulties inherent in any human activity, we note that the information provided this morning by Mr. Haekkerup on the work of UNMIK is good and encouraging. UNMIK activities during this reporting period are another decisive step in the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). We welcome this outstanding progress and strongly support the Special Representative's ongoing efforts to establish democratic, multi-ethnic institutions in Kosovo.”

   2001-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4387 (2001) · source

8. “Lastly, my delegation reaffirms its support for the considerable efforts made by the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) in the framework of the implementation of the general framework agreement for peace in that country. As we see it, the stabilizing role played by UNMIBH is vital for the consolidation of peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

   2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

9. “We welcome the arrests that have already been made and encourage all States and Entities to do everything they can to track down and hand over to the international tribunal all those that are to blame. It is time for the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina to improve their cooperation with the International Criminal Court. From a humanitarian standpoint, we note with interest the return of many minority citizens to their homes. This important wave of return is to be encouraged. Every effort must be made in order to come to their assistance and to punish severely those who are guilty of acts of violence against these minorities.”

   2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

10. “In order to achieve these objectives, it is essential to engage in an unflagging struggle against corruption. The establishment of an effective judiciary system that can distribute fair justice to the citizens is also a source of concern to my delegation. We welcome and encourage the efforts that have been made in the reform of the justice system and the human rights institutions. Everything must be done so that this new justice system can guarantee for all the inhabitants of Bosnia and Herzegovina their legitimate cultural and legal rights. It is a fact that the continued presence of war criminals in Bosnia and Herzegovina is a serious curb on the establishment of peace and inter-ethnic reconciliation.”

    2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

11. “From the economic perspective, my delegation feels that institutional reform must go hand in hand with economic restructuring that will allow Bosnia and Herzegovina to rely on its own strength and internal resources. The private sector is the driving force of development and we therefore welcome and support the outstanding efforts of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina to revitalize that important sector. Because economic development is the best guarantor of peace, my delegation urges the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina to persevere with the macroeconomic reform that has been undertaken and to cooperate with international financial institutions in order to integrate Bosnia and Herzegovina in European and Atlantic structures.”

    2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

12. “From a political standpoint, my delegation is pleased with the considerable efforts that have been made to resolve the thorny issues of ethnic reconciliation and the establishment of democratic institutions and the rule of law in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this context, we welcome the adoption on 23 August of the Election Law after several years of unsuccessful attempts. The adoption of that Law was undoubtedly a decisive step taken by Bosnia and Herzegovina towards democratic governance and admission into the Council of Europe, as well as access to the European processes of integration. In order to achieve these political objectives, which are very important to my delegation, it is crucial that all the inhabitants of Bosnia and Herzegovina commit themselves fully and jointly to creating a democratic and multi-ethnic society.”

    2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

13. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): Like earlier speakers, I should like to welcome Mr. Wolfgang Petritsch, High Representative for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement on Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Mr. Jacques Paul Klein, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Coordinator of United Nations Operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I thank them for the very detailed information they have just shared with us on the evolution of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our meeting today, in the presence of the high United Nations officials responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Dayton/Paris agreements, gives us an opportunity to welcome the encouraging results achieved in that task, despite the many difficulties encountered along the way.”

    2001-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4379Resumption1 (2001) · source

14. “In conclusion, my delegation is looking forward to the October report of the Secretary-General, in which he will outline the new mission to succeed UNTAET. There can be no doubt that East Timor will still need the assistance of the international community after it attains national sovereignty, and the international community must shoulder its responsibilities with regard to the emerging democracy in East Timor.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

15. “My delegation would like to pay a warm tribute to the people of East Timor for its huge turnout in the election on 30 August and to the leaders of the political parties who decided to respect the results of the election and behaved in a peaceful and mutually respectful manner during the course of the election. We would also like to express our full satisfaction with the enormously important role played by UNTAET, which enabled the inclusive election in East Timor to be organized and held in good order. We would also like to reaffirm Mali's firm support for the remarkable work done by UNTAET, under the effective leadership of Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, in helping to achieve independence for East Timor, the Timorization of the Administration and the foundation of an independent Government in East Timor.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

16. “The success of the elections that we are celebrating today was due above all to the people of East Timor and their leaders, who have demonstrated an impressive degree of political maturity; to the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET), which did everything possible to ensure that the elections were free, transparent, peaceful and honest; to the Government of Indonesia, whose cooperation should be welcomed; and, of course, to the entire international community, whose political and financial support for East Timor has remained steadfast since 1999.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

17. “It is noteworthy that the first election in the chaotic history of East Timor took place in a spirit of calm and celebration on 30 August 2001, exactly two years after the territory chose independence in a referendum. There can be no doubt today that East Timor has resolutely committed itself to the path of democracy. Indeed, the election of 88 members of the Constituent Assembly of East Timor, who will have three months to draw up a constitution, is a decisive step towards a hard-won freedom. The impressive turnout of 91 per cent is a concrete manifestation of the commitment, maturity and sense of political responsibility of the people of East Timor and their leaders.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

18. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): I, in my turn, would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having organized this morning's meeting, which is devoted to consideration of the outcome of the elections of 30 August 2001 for the first Constituent Assembly in East Timor - a decisive step on the road towards the creation of an independent State. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Jean-Marie Guehenno for sharing with us the excellent news about the arrangements for and outcome of that historic election, organized by the United Nations. Of course, we would also like to welcome the Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, to this important meeting.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

19. “The international community should continue to support UNMIK at this crucial stage of its commitment to Kosovo in order to attain peace, security and sustainable development.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

20. “Convinced that economic development is a major element in bringing about stabilization, my delegation recommends the mobilization by the international community of additional funding for economic recovery programmes at the village level. Furthermore, the question of missing persons and detainees a which remains one of the main obstacles to reconciliation- is a major concern of my delegation. We support the United Nations Mission in Kosovo and the parties concerned in implementing decisions taken with regard to this fundamental question. Finally, my delegation, while recognizing the magnitude of the job to be done by UNMIK, pays tribute to Mr. Hans Haekkerup for his leadership of UNMIK and to the entire local and international staff of UNMIK and KFOR for their determination and commitment to implement resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

21. “All useful steps should be taken to prevent Kosovo from becoming a rear base for Albanian rebels of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA). We encourage the Macedonian authorities and KLA leaders to comply strictly with their commitments undertaken under the auspices of the European Union. We hope that, after the weapons are collected, the international community will do everything possible to create the best possible conditions for lasting peace to be established in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. Turning now to the economy, in order to put an end to the disastrous state of the economy and the resulting high unemployment in Kosovo, the adjustment measures taken by UNMIK should be encouraged and continued.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

22. “There is no doubt that this violence against the minorities of the province is the greatest obstacle to the establishment of peace, democracy and prosperity by the international community in Kosovo. We strongly condemn this mindless violence, which, unfortunately, is also the biggest obstacle to the return of refugees and displaced persons. The establishment by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of pillar I and the enactment of laws that punish organized crime, illegal arms possession and terrorism are useful measures, which have considerably improved the security conditions in Kosovo. Because they have proved to be effective, my delegation also supports the specific steps taken by UNMIK and KFOR to monitor the administrative borders of Kosovo, in particular the border with the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

23. “Turning to the Constitutional Framework, it should be stressed that its implementation is of crucial importance to my delegation, because it will enable the people of Kosovo to administer their daily lives by encouraging the moderates to advance the political process, while marginalizing the extremists. That is why my delegation reiterates its appeal to all of the inhabitants of Kosovo to participate actively in the structures that have been set in place and in the future Government of the territory. Turning to security issues, my delegation remains concerned at the persistence of ethnic and political violence and of organized crime in Kosovo. The 21 August 2001 murder of five members of the Hajra family near Glogovac was eloquent evidence of this mindless violence.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

24. “Participation by all communities, in particular by the Serbian minority, is a major concern for my delegation. Efforts taken by UNMIK, the Kosovo Force (KFOR) and the international community to encourage Serb political figures to join the ongoing democratic process in Kosovo are to be welcomed and encouraged. We welcome the positive attitude adopted by Belgrade towards the registration of voters for the upcoming elections, particularly the registration of Serbs. In order to encourage this process, adequate security measures should be taken to encourage all refugees, in particular, those from the Serb minority, to return home and participate actively in the elections, and to build a multi-ethnic democratic society in Kosovo.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

25. “On that same day, we said we agreed that the Constitutional Framework and the announcement of the date of elections were definitely decisive steps towards a democratic and multi-ethnic Kosovo. Today, we note with great interest that notable progress has been made in the preparations for the elections to be held on 17 November. Because those elections are an essential framework to combat intransigent extremism and ethnic intolerance, my delegation encourages all the people of Kosovo to participate in them in large numbers. We believe that the unreserved participation of all communities is crucial to the success of the elections. That is why my delegation will give unstinting support to UNMIK initiatives to draw up inclusive electoral rolls conducive to the free participation of all ethnic groups in the electoral process.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

26. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): I, too, wish to join previous speakers in thanking Under-Secretary- General Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, for the very full update about the activities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). Despite the complex and many difficulties facing UNMIK in implementing Council resolution 1244 (1999), we must recognize that outstanding progress has been made in establishing democratic and multi- ethnic institutions in Kosovo. My statement will cover a number of main points. Regarding the political situation, on 26 July, my delegation expressed firm support for Mr. Haekkerup and the whole UNMIK team for having promulgated the Constitutional Framework for provisional self- government in Kosovo and for having announced the date of elections.”

    2001-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4359 (2001) · source

27. “My delegation attaches great importance to the questions linked to defence, public safety and governance, which must be ensured for the East Timorese throughout the critical period that will follow the elections. I am certain that the Secretary-General will make relevant recommendations in his October 2001 report regarding each of the aforementioned points. Finally, I cannot conclude without reiterating Mali's firm support for the remarkable work achieved by UNTAET, under the effective guidance of Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, on the path to East Timor's independence, of the Timorization of the Administration and of the advent of an independent East Timorese Government. East Timor will still need the international community's support following its accession to independence.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

28. “The Timorization of the Administration must be accelerated before independence, in order to allow the country's people to take control themselves of their country's destiny. East Timor's accession to independence must not be synonymous with the international community's disengagement. In view of the enormous sums that the international community has invested there, everything must be done to accompany the young East Timorese democracy's first steps. In this context, my delegation takes due note of the comments made by the Secretary-General in paragraphs 52 to 60 of his report and awaits with interest his October 2001 report, in which he will outline the new mission that will replace UNTAET.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

29. “In this context, we support UNTAET's decision to solicit donors' support to organize a programme of assistance for all the registered political parties and independent candidates. Regarding the various phases of transition from a Transitional Administration to an independent East Timorese Government, my delegation welcomes the laudable progress made by UNTAET. It is encouraging to note that steady progress has been made in the last six months in the areas of staff recruitment and training and the adoption of legislation on employment and labour administration. All this certainly contributes to the Administration's transition in good conditions to the future East Timorese Government.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

30. “The pact of national unity, signed on 8 July 2001, by 14 out of 16 parties competing for the vote, constitutes a strong political act that my delegation welcomes and supports. The fact that these parties have committed themselves to respecting the ballot results, to conducting themselves peacefully with mutual respect and to defending pluralistic democracy clearly attests to the maturity of the East Timorese political leaders and their determination to establish the bases of a solid democratic and an economically viable State. The political parties, we believe, must become increasingly involved in the education, sensitizing and training of their activists. In order to do this, the parties need the means.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

31. “First, there can be no doubt whatsoever that UNTAET has been seriously and resolvedly involved in the process of preparing for the elections for the Constituent Assembly, to be held on the symbolic date of 30 August. The dissolution of the National Council and the opening of the electoral campaign on 15 July were concrete demonstrations of that involvement. The massive participation of East Timorese in this first multi-party balloting is the biggest challenge facing UNTAET and, through it, the international community as a whole. In this connection, my delegation welcomes the participation of 16 political parties and the registration of 1,138 party and independent candidates for the 88 seats in Parliament. We welcome and encourage the women candidates in particular.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

32. “In the report before us, we take due note of the considerable progress made by UNTAET since our last meeting on 18 May towards building an independent, democratic and stable East Timorese State. This public meeting is an ideal opportunity for my delegation to pay a warm tribute to the Special Representative, all the staff of UNTAET and all the Members of the East Timor Transitional Administration for the steps they have taken in the political process leading to the national and international sovereignty of East Timor and the emergence of an independent East Timorese Government. The delegation of Mali endorses and supports all the ideas, recommendations and analyses provided by the Secretary-General in his report, and shares some concerns expressed by those who have spoken before us. Allow me to make a few additional comments.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

33. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): At the outset, I wish to thank you, Sir, for having organized this public meeting on the situation in East Timor, barely one month before the elections that will open the way to that country's independence. I also wish to thank the Secretary-General for his progress report on the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) and to welcome Mr. Sergio Vieira de Mello, the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, and Mr. Jose Ramos-Horta, Cabinet Member of the East Timor Transitional Administration responsible for Foreign Affairs. I thank Mr. Vieira de Mello for his clear and precise presentation of the Secretary-General's report and Mr. Ramos-Horta for his very enlightening statement.”

    2001-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4351 (2001) · source

34. “Finally, while taking note of the enormity of the task facing UNMIK, my delegation would like to pay tribute to Mr. Hans Haekkerup for the work he has done as head of UNMIK and to the entire local and international staff of UNMIK and KFOR for their determination and commitment to implement Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). The international community must step up its efforts to assist UNMIK in this crucial phase of its commitment to Kosovo in order to enable the achievement of the objectives of peace, security and sustainable development.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

35. “From an economic standpoint, even though efforts have been made in this area by UNMIK, the very high unemployment rate that prevails in Kosovo as well as the fragile state of the economy are sources of concern for my delegation. We are convinced that economic development is a major element in stabilization, and therefore my delegation recommends that the international community mobilize additional funds for economic recovery programmes for Villages in Kosovo. From a humanitarian standpoint, the situation of thousands of Albanian refugees from the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia who are fleeing confrontations between Macedonian forces and Albanian extremists and who have found refuge in Kosovo are a source of concern for my delegation, and we believe that the international community should render them substantial assistance.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

36. “The setting up by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of Pillar 1 and the existence of legislation suppressing organized crime, the illegal possession of arms and terrorism are useful measures that could considerably improve the security conditions in Kosovo. We also support the concrete measures taken by UNMIK and KFOR concerning the monitoring of the administrative borders of Kosovo, in particular the border with the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. All of the necessary measures must be taken so that Kosovo will not serve as a base for sending weapons to Albanian rebels and to the UCK. We launch an urgent appeal to the Macedonian army and to the UCK to respect the ceasefire that went into force on 5 July, and we condemn any form of violence against democracy and the rule of law.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

37. “The development of a reliable electoral registry is necessary to move ahead the electoral process under way in Kosovo. From a security standpoint, my delegation expresses its deep concern over the continuation of ethnic and political violence as well as organized crime in Kosovo. There is no doubt that violence against minorities in the province is perhaps the major obstacle to achieving the international community's goals of peace, democracy and prosperity in Kosovo. We strongly condemn this indiscriminate violence which is affecting minorities and which, regrettably, is the greatest obstacle to the return of refugees and internally displaced persons.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

38. “We believe that the proper organization of these elections is crucial for the participation of all of the communities of Kosovo. That is why we call on all of the peoples of Kosovo to take part en masse in these elections, which constitute a vital framework to combat intransigent extremism and ethnic intolerance. The participation of all of the communities, in particular that of the Serb minority, which boycotted the municipal elections last October, is of major concern for my delegation. We welcome the registration of the four Serb parties, and we invite UNMIK and the Kosovo Force (KFOR) to take the necessary security measures to encourage all of the Serb refugees to return home and to actively take part in the election and in the building of a multi-ethnic and democratic society in Kosovo.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

39. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): Like the delegations that have spoken before me, I should like to thank the Under-Secretary-General, Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, for the very thorough update of the activities of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). Despite the many problems facing UNMIK, we must acknowledge that remarkable progress has been achieved in the implementation of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), which aims to set up democratic, multi-ethnic institutions in Kosovo. My comments will touch on the following points. From a political standpoint, my delegation is grateful to Mr. Haekkerup and to the entire UNMIK staff for the tireless efforts they have been making in preparing for the general elections to be held on 17 November.”

    2001-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4350 (2001) · source

40. “We call on the international community to step up its efforts to help UNMIK at this crucial stage of its involvement in Kosovo to enable it to attain its objectives: peace, security and sustainable development.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

41. “We thank the Yugoslav authorities for their willingness and determination to cooperate with UNMIK to improve inter-communal relations, in Mitrovica in particular, and throughout Kosovo. The cooperation of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia authorities is crucial if minorities, especially Serbs, are to participate in the 17 November elections. Finally, my delegation understands the immensity of the task facing UNMIK, and we pay tribute to Mr. Hans Haekkerup for his steady hand as leader of UNMIK; we thank all the local and international personnel of UNMIK and of KFOR for their determination and for their commitment to implementing resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

42. “The international community must come to their assistance. The question of individuals who have disappeared and of detainees remains crucial for my delegation. This continues to be a major obstacle to reconciliation among the communities. We encourage UNMIK to make further progress in this key area, and we urge the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia authorities to release those who are still languishing in Serbian prisons. Fifthly, my delegation welcomes the close contacts between the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and UNMIK and KFOR. The opening of the UNMIK Office in Belgrade will foster communication and cooperation between UNMIK and the Yugoslav authorities.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

43. “We also support specific measures taken by UNMIK and KFOR on monitoring boundaries in Kosovo. Thirdly, at the economic level, we are still concerned over the very high unemployment rate in Kosovo and the disastrous state of the economy. Yet we welcome the establishment of tax collection points along Kosovo's borders, where duties are levied on some goods. Economic development is a major element of stability, and my delegation recommends that the international community make available additional funds for the Village Economic Rehabilitation Programme. Fourthly, a source of concern for my delegation in the humanitarian sphere is the situation of the thousands of Albanian-speaking refugees from the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia who have been in Kosovo since 3May because of clashes between Macedonian forces and Albanian extremists.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

44. “Secondly, in the area of security, my delegation is deeply concerned over continuing ethnic and political violence and organized crime in Kosovo. Without any doubt, violence against minorities in the province is the greatest obstacle to achieving the international community's goals of peace, democracy and prosperity in Kosovo. During our visit to Kosovo, this kind of blind violence as cited time and again as the main obstacle to the return of refugees and displaced persons and their participation in the democratic structures in Kosovo. My delegation welcomes the Special Representative's establishment of Pillar I, and legislation against organized crime, illegal weapons possession and terrorism. We hope that these measures will lead to considerable improvements in security conditions in Kosovo.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

45. “Because the wholehearted participation of all communities is crucial to the election process, my delegation supports UNMIK's initiatives to establish a multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. We believe that the full and responsible participation of all sectors of Kosovar society in drawing up a reliable electoral roll can help ensure the free participation of all ethnic groups in the elections. We must do everything possible to ensure that the vote is held in conditions of security and that the return and participation of refugees and displaced persons is guaranteed. All communities, particularly Kosovar Serbs, must participate in the elections and the institutions of provisional self-government to be established. This is a major challenge that the international community, UNMIK and KFOR must take up.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

46. “Because it is the outcome of cooperation among UNMIK, the Joint Working Group, the political leaders of Kosovo, international experts and the international community, my delegation calls on all inhabitants of Kosovo to participate actively in the structures already established and in the future government of the territory. Regarding the Kosovo-wide elections to be held on 17 November, my delegation believes that the electoral process can strengthen the democratic process in Kosovo and stability in the region. Thus, we urge all the peoples of Kosovo to participate massively in the elections, which are essential to combat intransigent extremism and to encourage all kinds of moderates to take a decisive role in the affairs of the territory.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

47. “Haekkerup and all UNMIK personnel for the promulgation of the Constitutional Framework for Provisional Self- Government in Kosovo and the declaration that elections would be held on 17 November this year. It is true, however, that during our visit we were able to see that the Constitutional Framework was not the subject of consensus among the political actors in Kosovo. Nevertheless, we think that the Constitutional Framework, which in no way prejudges a final settlement for Kosovo, provides the people of Kosovo with an opportunity to manage their daily life and encourages moderates to advance the political process, while keeping the extremists on the margins.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

48. “Despite the many political, economic and security problems facing UNMIK, we must recognize that considerable progress has been made in the implementation of its mandate. While we welcome this tangible progress, my delegation strongly supports the sustained efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the Kosovo Force (KFOR) Commander in implementing resolution 1244 (1999) and thus to establish democratic and multi-ethnic institutions in Kosovo. In view of the information given us by Mr. Guehenno and what I was able to see and hear during our very important visit to Kosovo, I shall focus on the following few highlights. First of all, at the political level, my delegation is grateful to Mr.”

    2001-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4335 (2001) · source

49. “Mr. Toure (Mali) (spoke in French): First of all, I would like to congratulate Ambassador Chowdhury of Bangladesh, President of the Security Council, on his the excellent leadership during our visit to Kosovo and Belgrade. I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his report of 7 June 2001 on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), and Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, Under-Secretary- General, for his very detailed introduction of the report. This morning's open meeting offers an opportunity to reiterate Mali's full support for Mr. Hans Haekkerup, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of UNMIK, for all of his team and for all of the international personnel who have been working tirelessly for two years now to attain the goals of peace, security and sustainable development in Kosovo.”

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50. “Acts of violence against minorities should be severely punished. The training and establishment of a local, multi-ethnic and impartial police force by UNMIBH, which we welcome, should make it possible to put an end to such misdeeds. In conclusion, my delegation reaffirms its support for the enormous efforts made by UNMIBH in implementing the General Framework Agreement for Peace in the country. For us, the stabilizing role played by UNMIBH is vital for peace-building in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is why we support the extension of the UNMIBH mandate for a period of 12 months.”

    2001-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4330 (2001) · source