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lines on the record: 307
first: 2002-09-23
most recent: 2012-12-05
sittings or episodes: 48
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“On that note of hope, the Government of Mali requests that Council members, in the light of our remarks, consider deciding to deploy the mission and international force in northern Mali. It is an urgent matter for the security and the entire world.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“On the Government's behalf, allow me to underscore the responsibilities of the Security Council to rapidly act for peace and security in Mali, the region, Africa and the world. That is indeed urgent, first, to ease the plight of the Malian population and also to prevent a similar, if not much more serious, situation for the people of the Sahel. Urgent action is also required in order to ensure that northern Mali does not become a permanent safe haven for terrorism and organized crime, which is now happening. Today, the people of Mali are seriously affected but they hope that members of the Security Council will give positive attention to their Government's request for the deployment of the force. It is a matter of maintaining international peace and security, which is the primary task of the United Nations system.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“There will be national consultations in a few days, on 11, 12 and 13 December. By then, the road map will exist. The transition Government has two basic goals, namely, restoring territorial integrity and convening elections for the transition so that legitimately elected authorities can administer the country. The road map will be shared during the consultations and will be finalized. A national negotiations committee will be established. Also, the process of organizing the elections has been started. The electoral list is being audited with the support and commitment of certain partners. The Government itself is also worked to draw up a budget for the 2013 tax year.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Between ensuring the rights ofthe populations in the north in times of war and those of the people whose rights are violated daily, we believe that it is out of step. The Government of Mali believes that the best way to protect human rights is to rapidly establish the conditions to enable the State of Mali to fully exercise its authority throughout its territory. The planned force must be quickly set up to that end. The Government of National Unity of Mali established last August recognizes that a lasting settlement to the crisis necessarily means achieving a unified Mali leading class with regard to the major goals of restoring the country's full territorial integrity and of holding credible elections. The Under-Secretary- General mentioned that in his presentation.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“The Government also takes this opportunity to inform the Council that, apart from the forced displacement of populations, the crisis has already undermined access to education for more than 500,000 school-aged children, of whom 300,000 were already attending school before the crisis. Educational institutions and equipment have been damaged. The crisis has caused the displacement of 85 per cent of teachers and 10,000 pupils towards the south and 50,000 school-aged children to neighbouring countries. In other words, the population's fundamental rights have already been significantly violated. The concern of the Secretary-General is well founded, and we share it. But we need to strike a balance.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“They cannot be matched by the efforts undertaken in the south, but the Government, gravely concerned about that, decided nationally and in a fully balanced way to implement a policy of positive discrimination. The Government shares the concern of the Secretary-General regarding human rights in the context of deploying the force. We have just talked about that. The Government solemnly reaffirms its commitment to prevent human rights violations and to fight against impunity. In that connection, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his readiness to assist Mali in its capacity-building in that regard.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“With the support of some partners represented in this Chamber, the Government has established development programmes in the areas of road infrastructure to open up the country's interior. It has implemented agricultural, water, drinking water supply and grazing projects and the building of health-care centres and schools. A special characteristic of the north is that the schools and health-care centres are under the Tuareg communities. That is an example of positive discrimination. As the Council can note, the Government benefits from that policy to assure the Security Council that the Tuareg community has never been marginalized. It is not marginalized and never will be. It certainly lives in an area abandoned to nature, namely, the Sahara. There are very intense development efforts.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Those young people have been integrated at the grade proposed to the Government by their movement. That is clear positive discrimination. preople from the south wanted to rebel, that would be a reason for them to do so, but they were understanding. Everyone in Mali, the Government and the people, wanted to resolve the situation in northern Mali and the Tuareg issue. In addition, there is the reintegration of more than 9,000 ex-combatants in the implementation of the small development projects and programmes administered directly by the population of the north. Furthermore, Mali committed itselfto a democratic process with State decentralization and devolvement, which provide the opportunity to all Mali citizens to actively participate in the development of their community.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“That has led to representation of the Tuareg community in each governmental team that has been set up. For more than 10 years, there have been one or two Tuaregs in the Government. The Government decided on full integration in the public service of young graduates from the north, whether Tuareg or of other ethnicity, without taking the national civil service examination. As members know, in many developing countries, entry into the civil service is governed by an examination. Positive discrimination has enabled citizens of the north to join the civil service without taking the examination. The Government also decided to integrate 2,500 ex-combatants in the armed forces - the army, the police, the gendarmerie, the national guard, customs and the forest and wildlife service.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“It is regrettable to note that that small minority - perhaps calling it a small minority is not quite appropriate, because a minority is already a small number - but that tiny minority, which claims the right to speak on behalf of all the communities of the north, is a condensation of people that are entire ethnic mix. The rebel Tuaregs are only a small minority. It should be emphasized that in the past ten years, three of the four prime ministers who led the Government came from the north, and one of them was a Tuareg. Some institutions of the Republic, including the High Council of Communities, which is the equivalent of the Senate in some countries, are led by Tuaregs. Moreover, in accordance with the provisions of pacts and agreements signed to manage the rebellion, the Government adopted a policy of positive discrimination.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“We note that the passages of the report portraying the Tuareg community as a marginalized minority in Mali do not reflect the reality on the ground. The Tuareg community represents barely 35 per cent of the total population of northern Mali and less than 4 per cent of the total population of the Republic. The census statistics confirm that there are 447,650 Tuareg out of more than 14 million inhabitants. I recall that this community does not support the rebellion; a few Tuareg have joined the rebellion, but not the Tuareg community as a whole. Owing to travel constraints, not all members of my delegation were able to come to New York. However, the Vice-President of the Assembly of Mali is a Tuareg and has been a member of the National Assembly for more than 20 years.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Several days ago, the Government sent to Ouagadougou a delegation of mediators led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, as recalled by the Secretary-General, in order to begin direct dialogue with the Mouvement national pour la libe'ration de l'Azawad and Ansar Dine. We have received information with regard to the conclusion of that agreement. They are ready to withdraw. The report tends to limit United Nations action to the option of negotiating at the expense of the requested intervention. The Government of Mali draws the attention of the Council to the shortcomings of that approach, which would not be sufficient to overcome the entrenched terrorists. Mali has always addressed this question through dialogue, but this time the nexus with organized terrorism calls for military intervention.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Drawing on this tradition of dialogue, since the outset of the current crisis in January the Malian authorities have continually reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue with those of our compatriots who are not terrorists or instruments of organized crime, and do not challenge the territorial integrity, national unity or secular nature of the Republic of Mali. In accordance with the commitment to dialogue with our fellow citizens who accept the conditions that I have just underscored, the Government will work tirelessly to set up a national negotiating commission in order to begin negotiations, with ECOWAS mediation.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“All countries that want to intervene wish to do so within the framework of international legality. In his report, the Secretary-General underscores the need for the ruling class of Mali to find lasting solutions to the recurring grievances of the Tuaregs and the northern communities. The Government of Mali would like to point out that the historical advancement of our people clearly demonstrates that our leaders have, since independence, always favoured negotiated solutions that are the outcome of dialogue and consultations, with the mediation of neighbouring countries, in order to resolve crises. Mali is known for its commitment to settling disputes by peaceful means because it is firmly attached to the ideals of dialogue and lasting peace and stability.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“It is the result of the active and joint participation of all the parties involved: ECOWAS and West Africa, the African Union, the United Nations, the European Union, the core countries - Algeria, Mauritania, Niger and Mali - France, the United States, Canada and Germany. Participation was broad and the document presented is consensus-based. We note the enthusiasm and commitment of the European Union, France and certain troop-contributing countries to supporting Mali in training, equipping and financing the force, in accordance with resolution 2071 (2012). I wish to convey to each one our gratitude. In our view, the Security Council could encourage and support this international mobilization by adopting a resolution authorizing the deployment of the force.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“We have noted a measure of calm since the meeting held in Bamako on 19 October, but it has been precarious and a certain reversal has since been observed. When it was announced that there could be no war before September 2013, the terrorists have stepped up their activities and sought reinforcements to wage jihad from Mali. Mali is on its way to becoming a breeding ground for terrorism in West Africa, Africa as a whole and throughout the entire world. In his report, the Secretary-General rightfully raises questions about the financing, training, equipping and relations between the different components of the force. We recall that all these issues have been ironed out in open discussion among military experts. Better yet, the strategic concept that was the outcome of those discussions is a consensus document.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Our neighbours' security and stability and the excellent relations we enjoy with each of them are of the highest concern to us. That is why the Government continues to believe that the Security Council, given its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, in accordance with the Charter, will act quickly to avert a catastrophic upheaval of security and the culture, cultural space and human rights in Mali and the region, which would entail serious and systematic violations of the most basic human rights. The force is sought to ensure that we have a certain amount of security in those spheres. The deployment of the force is urgent; merely discussing it acts as a deterrent.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Since independence, the rebellion has always been dealt with by the Malian authorities and previous authorities in accordance with their resources and together with the neighbouring countries, in particular through dialogue. However, the rebellion's recent connection to terrorism requires us to change our stance. I take this opportunity to specify that the Government of Mali has requested international aid to drive out the terrorists, extremists and other organized criminals, who are most often foreigners and not Malian nationals. We have not asked for the international force to fight ethnic minorities. The Government wishes to assure the Council of that. In addition, the Government of Mali would like to reassure the Council that the request for the deployment of the force is not aimed at destabilizing neighbouring countries.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“The Secretary-General recalls that child soldiers of all nationalities are being recruited to carry out jihad in northern Mali. There are stonings, pillaging and the destruction of cultural and historical sites and monuments that are categorized as UNESCO world heritage sites. The most basic human rights are continually violated by a hoard of terrorists and other criminals in organized groups who are not even Malians. They are so firmly convinced of their conquest that we have heard that they have called for reinforcements. Infiltrations of terrorists and extremists from the north and from the south have also been reported regularly by the security forces. This painful and disturbing conclusion has led the Malian transition authorities to call for the deployment of the international force.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“We participated in the process leading to the conclusions contained in those statements and share the views expressed therein. We also take this opportunity to make a number of comments concerning points that the Government of Mali wishes to make following its reading of the report. My delegation wishes first to underscore the urgency of deploying the force in northern Mali. In reading the report, we have understood that the Secretary-General does not really believe that the deployment is urgent. We say this because the daily plight of the people of Mali under occupation is sufficiently well known. It includes daily floggings and amputations. Only in Mali are citizens' limbs amputated under the pretext of the so-called implementation of sharia law. Other Islamic countries do not carry out such acts. There are summary executions.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“We are considering that report (S/2012/894) this morning. The Government reiterates to the Secretary- General its gratitude for the outstanding manner in which the report was drafted, which reflects the great interest that the Secretary-General is taking in the situation in Mali. The Government of Mali has taken note of the report and remains convinced that following this consideration, the Security Council will authorize the deployment of an African-led international support mission for Mali in order to ease the suffering of the people who have been under occupation for nine months and to spare the subregion and even the rest of the world an even more serious disaster whose repercussions cannot be predicted. The Government fully endorses the statements to be made shortly by the representatives of ECOWAS and the African Union.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“We are also grateful to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), our broader family; the African Union; the European Union; the United Nations system as a whole; and all of Mali's bilateral and multilateral partners for their strong mobilization with respect to the issues facing Mali in its quest for peace, stability and development. In September, the Government of Mali requested the adoption by the Security Council of a resolution authorizing, under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, the deployment of an international military force in order to assist the Malian army to recover and secure its territory. Following that request, the Council adopted resolution 2071 (2012) on 12 October, which, inter alia, requests the Secretary- General to submit to it a report.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“Ms. Traore (Mali) (spoke in French): At the outset, let me convey to you, Sir, the warm congratulations of the delegation of Mali on your country's assumption to the presidency of the Council for the month of December and to assure you of the full cooperation of our country, Mali, which is pleased to have such excellent relations with the Kingdom of Morocco. I should like also to reiterate to the Indian presidency my delegation's congratulations on the outstanding manner in which it guided the work of the Council last month. The Government of Mali wishes to reaffirm its gratitude to the Secretary-General for the attention he has devoted and all of the efforts that he is undertaking to bring about a lasting resolution to the serious crisis that is currently facing Mali.”
2012-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6879 (2012) · source
“The efforts of the United Nations have made it possible to establish a frame of reference for rules on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. My delegation wishes to express its deep concern over the many dangers, including murder, to which humanitarian workers are exposed in conflict or post- conflict situations and which jeopardize or hinder the pursuit of their activities, to the detriment of millions of human beings in urgent need of aid or assistance. My delegation condemns such acts and wants to see their perpetrators prosecuted and punished, along with egregious violators of human rights. In conclusion, the recommendations contained in the various reports of the Secretary-General, the aide- memoire and road map are valuable reference points for the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“It is clear, however, that this can be accomplished only over time and in a coordinated framework. We welcome the initiatives taken by the United Nations, together with a series of partners - particularly those involved in the humanitarian field - in order to prevent complex emergency situations whose main victims are vulnerable persons. The regional workshops organized by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs have contributed to a broader dissemination of such initiatives. We welcome the holding of the Accra workshop on 19, 20 and 21 May 2003. My delegation hopes that its conclusions will make it possible to strengthen provisions taken by the States of South-West Africa that are facing chronic instability.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“In the report that he submitted to our Council at the public meeting of 10 December 2002, the Secretary-General outlined key measures to be undertaken, including ensuring access of vulnerable populations to humanitarian services, the separation of civilians from armed elements, the restoration of the rule of law and the promotion of national reconciliation. He also emphasized the dangers posed by sexual violence, the exploitation of conflicts for commercial purposes and the rise of terrorism in armed conflict. In this regard, I am pleased to reiterate my delegation's proposal regarding the establishment of a multidisciplinary group to conduct a comprehensive study of all the recommendations and proposals so as to integrate them into a more functional and homogeneous framework.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): I wish to thank you, Sir, for having organized this meeting on a subject of extreme importance. Allow me also to thank Mr. Kenzo Oshima for his briefing, which once again has stressed the need to protect civilians in armed conflict. At a time when he is preparing to leave his post at the head of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, I should like to express to him and to all his colleagues the deepest appreciation of my delegation for their work.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“As I wish all my colleagues all the best for the future, I want once again to thank them for their friendship, which I hope will be further strengthened and resist the test of time.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“I should like to assure the Council that, upon my return to my own country, I shall spare no effort to ensure that my Government, which has never shirked its responsibilities, continues to play a growing role in the search for peaceful solutions to the various crises, the grave economic and humanitarian consequences of which have afflicted West Africa for more than a decade now. I cannot fail to thank Secretary-General Kofi Annan or to hail his courage, perspicacity and acute sense of responsibility. Finally, I wish to commend the Deputy Secretary- General, the Under-Secretaries-General and the members of the Office of the Secretary-General for their accessibility, dedication and complete mastery of their subjects.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“I hope that the unity of the Council, which was put to such a rude test during our presidency in March and which was strengthened by the adoption of resolutions 1472 (2003) and 1483 (2003), will be further enhanced, allowing the Council to play its role as guarantor of international security and to maintain its full credibility. That is the only way, I believe, of reviving the confidence of the international community and of silencing the questions and criticisms launched from all sides against the Security Council following the outbreak of hostilities in Iraq.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“This is also an opportunity for me to express my sincere thanks to the members of the Secretariat team of the Council, whose friendship, accessibility and dedication to their work allowed me, during the sensitive period of the Guinean presidency of the Council in March, to fulfil my obligations. My participation in the work of the Security Council has been a wonderful school for me in which I have been able, in a relatively brief time, to gain a greater understanding of the often complex arcana involved in the maintenance of international peace and security. These unforgettable experiences will forever be etched into my memory and, quite obviously, a constant source of satisfaction and encouragement to me.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): I should like at the outset to express my profound gratitude to you, Sir, for your kind words addressed to me on behalf of my colleagues, the permanent representatives on the Security Council. As I prepare to leave my post, I wish to say that my lO-month stay in New York as the Permanent Representative of Guinea to the United Nations, and in particular here in the Security Council, has allowed me to find new horizons that have undoubtedly deepened my knowledge of multilateralism and enriched my experience. I must acknowledge that this has been possible thanks to the inestimable cooperation and constant, invaluable support that I have enjoyed from each and every one of my colleagues, whose skills, professionalism and experience I appreciate and admire.”
2003-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4777 (2003) · source
“In fact, the Bonn Agreement has entered the crucial phase of consolidating the peace process and the recovery of the country, which greatly needs the political support and financial assistance of the international community, combined with greater efforts from Afghans themselves. Finally, my delegation welcomes the celebration on 26 June of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, under the slogan "Let's talk about drugs". We hope that this day of public awareness will provide an opportunity for the peoples of the world to become more aware of the need to get rid of this international scourge.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“The international community must assist the carrying-out of quick-impact development projects, particularly those for finding alternative crops able to generate substantial revenues for farmers. My delegation remains convinced that the simultaneous implementation of the provisions made will contribute decisively to the eradication of this scourge, whose negative impact on the security of Afghanistan is clear. In order for security - that key sector - to become a tangible reality in the country, it is up to all of us, in cooperation with the Afghan authorities, to strengthen the foundations of the political process resulting from the Bonn Agreement by providing greater support for the reforms undertaken.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“It has also been established that drug abuse, the result of a deeper malaise, has become a genuine social problem. In Afghanistan, illicit poppy cultivation and the production and trafficking of drugs are, more than ever, a major concern. To deal with this issue, the Afghan Transitional Administration, led by President Hamid Karzai, has set the objective, among others, of eradicating poppy cultivation. In that context, the Government has taken the appropriate regulatory measures to give that effort the necessary efficacy. We believe that this is a long-term fight requiring binding provisions, public awareness and information campaigns and alternative options. In other words, the Afghan authorities must rigorously implement the measures taken and must educate the population about the dangers of opium.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“While, at the political level, notable progress has been made in the framework of the implementation of the Bonn Agreement, insecurity remains the main obstacle to the creation of a State of rule of law. It must be recognized that Afghanistan now finds itself at a crossroads. The constitutional process initiated a few months ago is supposed to lead to transparent and credible elections and to the establishment of a multi-ethnic and broadly representative Government. It should also lead to the establishment of viable institutions charged with ensuring the primacy of law, respect for fundamental freedoms and the promotion of gender equality. My delegation notes that illicit drugs are one of the major sources of financing for criminal activities and international terrorism.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): First, I wish to thank you, Sir, on behalf of my delegation for organizing this public meeting on Afghanistan. I would also like to thank the Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, and the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Mr. Antonio Maria Costa, for their important briefings. The holding of the present meeting, essentially devoted to the problem of combating poppy cultivation, is ample evidence of the Council's determination to make a greater contribution to the re-establishment of security, which is necessary for peace and stability in Afghanistan.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“Therefore, my delegation, which perfectly understands the concerns expressed by some, maintains the hope that in the near future the consensus for which everyone wishes will emerge after our consideration of the issue, not only for the implementation but also for the strengthening and greater effectiveness of peacekeeping operations. My country's support for renewing resolution 1422 (2002) is part of that View and should in no way be considered automatic renewal year after year.”
2003-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4772 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): On behalf of my delegation, Sir, I too would like to congratulate you on the national day of the Russian Federation. A year has passed since the Council unanimously adopted resolution 1422 (2002) thanks to a compromise, which took into account the concerns expressed by some Member States on the one hand, and respect for the Statute of the International Criminal Court, on the other. My country, which is a signatory to the Rome Statute, reaffirms the principle of universality and the primacy of the Court, whose establishment will help us build a world based on the rule of law. We must recognize that the Rome Statute offers safeguards that enable States to enjoy some exceptions if need be. In that regard, we do not see any basic or insurmountable contradiction at this time.”
2003-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4772 (2003) · source
“Furthermore, my delegation notes with satisfaction the return last month of 800 bodies exhumed in Serbia, thought to be those of Kosovars of Albanian origin who had disappeared. It appreciates the work done by the UNMIK Office on Missing Persons and Forensics, as well as the activities of the Contact Group on Missing Persons of the United Nations Civilian Police and the Serb Government. That work must continue for the definitive settlement of this question. Finally, my delegation is convinced that the establishment of lasting peace in Kosovo depends on the continued commitment of the leadership, of civil society and of the entire population to put their differences and futile disputes aside and to focus on promoting shared interests that can help everyone flourish.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“My delegation believes that the success of the entire programme in Kosovo hinges upon taking into account the interests of all Kosovans and on regional equilibrium. We note with satisfaction the holding of last month's Ohrid conference, where members of the Governments of Balkan region countries assembled to strengthen regional cooperation. The leaders of the Provisional Institutions and local leaders, the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), the Kosovo Force (KFOR) and the Belgrade authorities must further strengthen their cooperation in order to overcome the challenges for the future of a multi- ethnic Kosovo in a viable socio-economic, political and cultural environment.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“We welcome the progress achieved in the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) with a View to finding a suitable solution for the various issues. However, my delegation notes with regret that the security situation remains a concern. In that context, it regrets the death of members of the Stolic family in Obilic. That situation can only fuel tensions, which undermine the efforts being made, particularly efforts to assist refugees and displaced persons, who require a certain level of security and confidence to return to their homes. We are hopeful that the measures taken by Mr. Steiner will quickly lead to the arrest and bringing to justice ofthe perpetrators ofthose heinous crimes. Economic issues such as investment are also a source of great concern.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening the present meeting and to express our appreciation to Mr. Hedi Annabi, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for the valuable information he has just given us. The periodic consideration of the situation in Kosovo reflects the concern and steadfast determination of our Council in following through on the actions taken in the framework of implementing resolution 1244 (1999). At preceding meetings, my delegation welcomed the progress achieved on the ground and expressed its concern at the obstacles to be overcome. It remains a fact that institutional, security and economic issues, as well as those of returns and property, are still a source of concern for the international community in general and the Council in particular.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“This morning's adoption of resolution 1483 (2003) will no doubt help to speed up their efforts on the ground. The specific issue of insecurity nevertheless remains to be addressed. I have just one question for the representatives of the humanitarian agencies with us today - which is one that echoes the question raised this morning by Ambassador Pleuger. Given the importance and urgency of the Iraqi people's needs, what specific suggestions can they make to the Council in order to gradually end insecurity and make their efforts more effective as soon as possible?”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4762Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): At the outset, I would like to thank Deputy Secretary-General Louise Frechette for her introductory statement. I would also like to thank our guests for their important statements, which have given us much valuable information about the relevance and delicate nature of the emergency humanitarian issues in post-war Iraq. I would also like to pay tribute to the humanitarian agencies in Iraq for their excellent work and for the valuable and important services they are providing the Iraqi people under particularly difficult circumstances, at times even at the risk of their staff members' lives. It is clear from the presentations we heard this morning that insecurity and lack of order are the major handicaps that almost all agencies must deal with and that limit the effectiveness of their efforts.”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4762Resumption1 (2003) · source
“It should also be noted that this resolution is proof of the Council's ability to overcome differences and regain its unity, whatever the crisis it faces. It certainly puts an end to questions arising from the Iraqi crisis with respect to the Council's credibility and effectiveness - in short, its ability to best carry out its primary mission of ensuring international peace and security. Our vote in favour of resolution 1483 (2003) means that we are in favour of the immediate lifting of sanctions, which are no longer justified. Finally, my delegation welcomes the important role given to the United Nations in the rebuilding of Iraq. We express the hope that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General will fully play his rightful role in this crucial phase for Iraq's future.”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4761 (2003) · source
“Mr. Traore (Guinea) (spoke in French): Guinea welcomes the adoption of resolution 1483 (2003), which in many respects constitutes a success for the United Nations in general and for the Security Council in particular. The Council has returned to consensus: its golden rule. This resolution is a real source of satisfaction for my delegation, as it responds to the urgent humanitarian needs in Iraq, to which my country attaches great importance. During the discussions, our effort was inspired by the abiding concern to stress the overriding interests of the Iraqi people, who have already paid a heavy price under the dictatorship and the sanctions regime. That concern is reflected in the urgent need to recognize the Iraqis' right to self-determination and control over their country's natural resources.”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4761 (2003) · source
“At a time when humanity faces many threats, we should, in the last analysis, further coordinate our efforts with a view to finding, on a case-by-case basis, the best ways to avoid confrontation and to create conditions for a better world.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“If there is no doubt that the quest for and maintenance of international peace and security are incumbent primarily on the Security Council, we must recognize that other United Nations bodies play a role that is no less important. Many legal disputes arising from the interpretation of treaties have caused differences of evaluation as to their implementation. We are pleased to note that more and more parties to an emerging conflict are resorting to the International Court of Justice to find a peaceful settlement to their disputes, thereby sparing themselves an overt confrontation with unforeseeable consequences. In conclusion, my delegation would like to reaffirm its conviction that the preservation of international peace and security is a long-standing task that challenges all of us.”
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“The mechanisms created for that purpose by the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States, which have often shown themselves to be active and useful, are there to prove that. In order to lend greater effectiveness to the actions of those organizations, it would be desirable to convene a permanent evaluation and coordination mechanism based on strengthening the partnership with the Security Council. Experience teaches us, moreover, that civil society actors can play an important role in the settlement of disputes. In that context, the action of women of the Mano River Union deserves more attention.”
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