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1. “The next speaker inscribed on my list is the representative of Finland. I invite him to take a seat at the Council table and to make his statement.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

2. “We believe that every effort needs to be made to bring the perpetrators to justice and to take the experience of this tragic event as yet further proof of the need to reinvigorate the peace process in Arusha. The problems are many and they are frightening, and the Security Council must be able to react. We hope that the visit of the Under-Secretary-General, Mr. Kieran Prendergast, will bring fresh information, new ideas and proposals as to how the Security Council can contribute to the overall efforts and how the United Nations can support the efforts of the regional organizations. We hope that the Council will be ready not only to follow events, but also to act when necessary and make proposals or recommendations as appropriate. I shall now resume my function as President of the Council.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

3. “A peace agreement which does not enjoy the support of all the players in Burundi will be meaningless and will probably not be accepted by the entire population. Another basic problem which needs to be mentioned, and has been mentioned by everybody in the discussion today, is that of the safety and security of international personnel. The sad events of 12 October 1999, when we learned about the attack on an inter-agency evaluation mission which was visiting a camp of displaced persons in the province of Rutana, near the border of Tanzania, showed how fragile and precarious is the situation in the country, and how persistent is the violence.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

4. “Ambassador van Walsum said that many of us had expectations at the beginning of the year that the peace process in Arusha would be completed by the end of this year, and now we know that that goal will not be realized. Now it is clear that peace efforts for the restoration of constitutional rule and the promotion of peace and reconciliation will have to continue next year. The appointment of a new facilitator is a task of critical importance, and we share the disappointment over the fact that the appointment has been postponed again. We think that this is a priority task which has to be pursued vigorously. Furthermore, we believe that it is essential that all parties be given the opportunity and that they participate.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

5. “One of the illustrations is that of 287 health centres, which barely deliver basic health services, 30 have been closed. If this trend continues, the situation will become much worse. Hence, there is a reason for saying that this is a timely debate and for pointing out that this tragedy has to be stopped. Today's open debate can also be considered timely because it is an opportunity for the Security Council to reconfirm its support for the Arusha peace process. Every speaker this afternoon and this morning has expressed regret over the unfortunate, untimely passing of Mwalimu Julius Nyerere, the Facilitator of the Arusha peace process.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

6. “I shall now make a statement in my national capacity as the representative of Slovenia. I would like to begin by expressing my delegation's appreciation to Assistant Secretary-General Ibrahim Fall for his briefing today. His briefing and other information that we are receiving show that this debate is indeed timely. Burundi is a situation of grave political crisis and one where a humanitarian drama is evolving. We have learned about 10,000 refugees since the beginning of October, a number which has to be added to 300,000 refugees in Tanzania and about 800,000 internally displaced persons in Burundi. The reports which we receive from the United Nations Children's Fund speak about the very rapidly deteriorating health situation of children.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067Resumption1 (1999) · source

7. “I thank the representative of France for the kind words he addressed to me. There are further speakers on my list. In View of the lateness of the hour, I intend, with the concurrence of the members of the Council, to suspend the meeting. The meeting was suspended at 1 pm.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067 (1999) · source

8. “I thank the representative of Argentina for his kind words addressed to me. I would like to inform the members of the Security Council and others participating in its work that there is a large number of speakers on my list. It is the intention of the President to suspend the meeting at 1 pm. and to resume at 3 pm.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067 (1999) · source

9. “I thank Mr. Fall for his comprehensive and very substantive, useful briefing. The next speaker on my list is the representative of Burundi, on whom I now call.”

   1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067 (1999) · source

10. “The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, and in the absence of objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ibrahima Fall, Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs. There being no objection, it is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I give the floor to the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Mr. Ibrahima Fall.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067 (1999) · source

11. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Burundi, Finland, Norway and the United Republic of Tanzania in which they request to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Nteturuye (Burundi) took a seat at the Council table; Ms. Rasi (Finland), Mr. Kolby (Norway) and Mr. Manongi (United Republic of Tanzania) took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4067 (1999) · source

12. “"The Security Council takes note of the recommendation in the report of the Secretary- General of 16 August 1999 that the international community should consider establishing mechanisms which would allow financial assistance to flow into secure and stable areas of Somalia even before a formal central government and other institutions are re-established, with a View to promoting the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence and unity of Somalia. "The Security Council will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/1999/31. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 11.40 am.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

13. “"The Security Council encourages the Secretary-General to review the role of the United Nations in Somalia, as a prelude to the United Nations playing an enhanced role, aimed at achieving a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the situation in Somalia. This review would include the possible relocation of some United Nations programmes and agencies, as well as UNPOS, to Somalia. The review should also consider the security situation carefully, as well as the resources that would be necessary to provide a secure environment for United Nations operations in Somalia.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

14. “In this context, it notes the beginning of provision of some basic services to the people of Somalia by local administrations in some parts of the country. "The Security Council welcomes the efforts of civil society in Somalia. It is encouraged by the political initiatives of Somalis, through regional conferences, often organized by traditional leaders and informal cross-clan contacts, to find a peaceful solution to the crisis. In this context, it underlines the active role of Somali women's groups. "The Security Council welcomes the continuing efforts of the Secretary-General and the United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS) in Nairobi.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

15. “"The Security Council expresses its appreciation for all United Nations agencies, other organizations and individuals carrying out humanitarian activities in all regions of Somalia. It calls upon the Somali factions to ensure the safety and freedom of movement of all humanitarian personnel and to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian relief. In this context, it strongly condemns attacks and acts of violence against and the murder of humanitarian workers in Somalia and reiterates its position that those responsible for these acts should be brought to justice. "The Security Council expresses its satisfaction that despite all the difficulties, approximately half of Somali territory continues to enjoy relative peace.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

16. “It urges Member States having information about violations of the provisions of resolution 733 (1992) to provide this information to the Committee created pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) of 24 April 1992, with a view to supporting the work of the Committee. "The Security Council expresses its grave concern at the continuing deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Somalia. It urges all States to contribute generously to the appeals of the United Nations to ensure continued relief and rehabilitation efforts in all regions of Somalia, including those aimed at the strengthening of civil society. In this context, it encourages enhancement of the operational capacity of humanitarian agencies in Somalia through donor support.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

17. “The Council looks forward to the finalization of the proposals of the President of Djibouti at the forthcoming IGAD Summit and stands ready to work with IGAD and the Standing Committee to help bring about national unity and the restoration of a national government in Somalia. It calls upon the leaders of the Somali factions and all others concerned to cooperate constructively and in good faith in the efforts to resolve the crisis. "The Security Council strongly calls upon all States to observe and improve the effectiveness of the arms embargo imposed by resolution 733 (1992) of 23 January 1992 and to refrain from any actions which might exacerbate the situation in Somalia.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

18. “"The Security Council expresses its full support for the efforts exerted by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to find a political solution to the crisis in Somalia. In this context, it welcomes the initiative of the President of Djibouti aimed at restoring peace and stability in Somalia, which was outlined in his letter of 23 September 1999 to the President of the Security Council (S/1999/1007). It endorses the call made by the President of Djibouti to the warlords to recognize fully and accept the principle that the Somali people are free to exercise their democratic right to choose their own regional and national leaders.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

19. “It expresses its deep distress over reports that the absence of law and order in the country risks creating a haven for criminals of all kinds. "The Security Council welcomes the progress that has been made in the development of a greater uniformity of approach on the part of the international community in addressing the crisis in Somalia. It recognizes that the Standing Committee on Somalia, created a year ago, has been instrumental in monitoring the evolution of the Somali situation and working for a greater coordination of efforts by the various external actors, in order to avoid contrasting influences and to give weight to common actions. It calls for the strengthening of the coordination of these efforts aimed at securing peace and stability in Somalia.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

20. “"The Security Council reaffirms its commitment to a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the situation in Somalia, bearing in mind respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence and unity of Somalia, in accordance with the principles of the Charter of the United Nations. "The Security Council expresses its grave concern at the increasingly evident effects of the lack of a functioning central government in Somalia. It regrets the fact that most children receive no health care and that two generations have had no access to formal education. It is concerned that some Somali natural resources are being exploited, mainly by foreigners, without regulation and monitoring.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

21. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Somalia in document S/ 1999/882. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council recalls the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Somalia dated 16 August 1999 (S/1999/882).”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4066 (1999) · source

22. “The Council welcomes the important contributions that the United Nations Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG) and the Collective Peacekeeping Forces of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS peacekeeping force) continue to make in stabilizing the situation in the zone of conflict, notes that the working relationship between UNOMIG and the CIS peacekeeping force has been good at all levels, and stresses the importance of continuing and increasing close cooperation and coordination between them in the performance of their respective mandates." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1999/30. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.35 am.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

23. “The Council welcomes UN OMIG keeping its security arrangements under constant review in order to ensure the highest possible level of security for its staff. "The Security Council pays tribute to Mr. Bota for his valuable work while serving as Special Representative of the Secretary-General.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

24. “The Council reiterates its view on the unacceptability of any action by the Abkhaz leadership in contravention of the principles of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia. "The Security Council notes with satisfaction that the security situation has slightly improved, in particular the reduction of tension along the line of separation of forces, while noting the persistent precariousness of the security of the United Nations personnel. The Council reiterates its condemnation of the hostage-taking of seven United Nations personnel on 13 October 1999, welcomes the release of the hostages, and stresses that the perpetrators of this unacceptable act should be brought to justice.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

25. “"The Security Council reiterates its demand that the parties to the conflict widen and deepen their commitment to the United-Nations-led peace process, in particular by resuming regular meetings of the Coordinating Council and of its working groups, and agrees with the Secretary-General that they must continue to meet regularly regardless of the constraints of domestic politics. The Council calls upon the parties to agree upon and to take, in the nearest future, the first concrete steps towards the full return to Abkhazia, Georgia, of refugees and internally displaced persons in safe, secure and dignified conditions. The Council reminds the parties that this would enable the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to provide substantial material assistance.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

26. “The Council therefore strongly supports the intention of the Special Representative to submit as soon as possible further proposals to both sides on the distribution of constitutional competences between Tbilisi and Sukhumi, as part of a comprehensive settlement, with full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia within its internationally recognized borders, working in close cooperation with the Russian Federation, in its capacity as facilitator, the Group of Friends of the Secretary- General, and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

27. “"The Security Council welcomes the acceleration of bilateral contacts at all levels between the Georgian and Abkhaz sides and calls upon them to continue to expand their contacts. "The Security Council notes with grave concern that, notwithstanding positive developments on some issues, no progress has been made on the key issues of the settlement, particularly the core issue of the status of Abkhazia, Georgia.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

28. “Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General concerning the situation in Abkhazia, Georgia, document S/ 1999/ 1087. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council has considered the report of the Secretary-General concerning the situation in Abkhazia, Georgia, of 22 October 1999 (S/ 1999/ 1087). "The Security Council warmly welcomes the appointment of Mr. Boden as resident Special Representative of the Secretary-General, and hopes the parties would see this as an opportune moment to give renewed impetus to the search for a political settlement.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

29. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Georgia, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Chkheidze (Georgia) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4065 (1999) · source

30. “It is my understanding that the Security Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution (S/l999/1158) before it. If I hear no objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Gabon, Gambia, Malaysia, Namibia, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Slovenia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1274 (1999). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.25 am.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4064 (1999) · source

31. “Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Tajikistan, document S/l999/1127. Members of the Council also have before them document S/ 1999/ 1158, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/ 1999/ 1159, which contains the text of a letter dated 11 November 1999 from Tajikistan, transmitting the text of the Protocol on Political Guarantees During the Preparation for and Holding of the Elections to the Majlis-i Oli (the Parliament) of Tajikistan. I give the floor to the representative of Tajikistan.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4064 (1999) · source

32. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Tajikistan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Alimov (Tajikistan) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”

    1999-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4064 (1999) · source

33. “I thank Ms. Del Ponte for the clarifications and answers she has provided. There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 1.05 p.m.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

34. “The Security Council has the responsibility to provide support and strengthen the effectiveness of the judicial bodies it has created. I would like to invite the Council members to think about how to start such a process. I now resume my function as President of the Security Council. I give the floor to Ms. Del Ponte to respond to the comments and questions raised.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

35. “Del Ponte also explained some of the problems, especially that of non-cooperation by some States and entities with the Prosecutor. I think that the basic principle here is that the indicted persons must be transferred to the Tribunal for trial and that the jurisdiction of the Tribunal and the Prosecutor cannot be challenged by States. This is the basic principle, which I think is undisputed in the Security Council. The real question before the Security Council now is whether and what kind of additional decisions by the Council may be necessary. Members of the Council have referred to possible further measures, which is something that the Council should be thinking about further. In our opinion, it would be important for the Council to start a process of further, more detailed consideration of which steps are to be taken next.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

36. “I think that that is the basic point which needs to be stressed. In a very short time, important and effective judicial institutions have been created. This is a major achievement of international cooperation. A real basis has been created for a comprehensive system of international criminal justice. This point cannot be overemphasized. Such an evolution is due to several factors, including, certainly, to the inherent importance of these judicial institutions and the support of the international community, including the international legal professional community. But above all, that evolution has been possible because of the professionalism, integrity and strong commitment of the judges, prosecutors and other personnel working in the institutions I have mentioned. Ms.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

37. “I thank the representative of Namibia for his kind words addressed to me. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Slovenia. I should like to start by joining other colleagues on the Council in their expressions of appreciation to Ms. Del Ponte for her very substantive briefing. Like many others, we are looking forward to her further briefings, including in particular her report on her visit to Rwanda, which I hope will give another opportunity for a meeting of the Security Council with Ms. Del Ponte, so that the issues relating to that Tribunal can be fully discussed. We also agree with the many expressions of support that Ms. Del Ponte has received in the course of the discussion today. The evolution of the Tribunals and the work of the Prosecutors has been impressive so far.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

38. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. At this meeting, the Security Council will hear a briefing by the Prosecutor of the International Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda. I now call on Ms. Carla Del Ponte, to whom the Council has extended an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure, in order to brief the Council.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

39. “The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council decides to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Ms. Carla Del Ponte, Prosecutor of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia and of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of Rwanda and Rwandan Citizens Responsible for Such Violations Committed in the Territory of Neighbouring States. It is so decided. I welcome Ms. Del Ponte and invite her to take a seat at the Council table.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

40. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Rwanda, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In accordance with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Mataboba (Rwanda) took a seat at the Council table.”

    1999-11-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4063 (1999) · source

41. “It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution (S/l999/1130) before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Gabon, Gambia, Malaysia, Namibia, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Slovenia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1273 (1999). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 11.05 am.”

    1999-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4060 (1999) · source

42. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members have before them the second report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Preliminary Deployment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, document S/1999/lll6. Members of the Council also have before them document S/l999/1130, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. I should like to draw the attention of members of the Council to document S/ 1999/ 1076, which contains the text of a letter dated 18 October 1999 from Finland, transmitting a statement on the Democratic Republic of the Congo by the Presidency of the European Union on behalf of the European Union.”

    1999-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4060 (1999) · source

43. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Mwamba Kapanga (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    1999-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4060 (1999) · source

44. “Raymond Ranjeva." As both the Security Council and the General Assembly have agreed on the same candidates, the distinguished jurists Mr. Awn Shawkat Al-Khasawneh, Mr. Gilbert Guillaume, Ms. Rosalyn Higgins, Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren and Mr. Raymond Ranjeva have been elected as members of the International Court of Justice for a term of office of nine years, beginning on 6 February 2000. I should like to congratulate them and wish them every success in the high office to which they have been elected. I should also like to thank the tellers for their assistance. The Security Council has thus concluded its business for this meeting. The meeting rose at 1.15 pm.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

45. “I request the Council to remain in session while we wait for the President of the General Assembly to inform the Council of the result of the voting in the Assembly. >l< >l< >l< The President: I should like to inform the members of the Council that I have just received from the President of the General Assembly the following letter: "I have the honour to inform you that, at the 45th plenary meeting of the General Assembly, held today for the purpose of electing five members of the International Court of Justice, the following candidates obtained an absolute majority of votes in the General Assembly: Mr. Awn Shawkat Al-Khasawneh, Mr. Gilbert Guillaume, Ms. Rosalyn Higgins, Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren and Mr.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

46. “As agreed in our consultations, there will be two independent countings of the ballots, one by each teller. The Council will remain in session. >l< >l< * The President: The result of the voting is as follows: Number of ballot papers: 15 Number of invalid ballots: 0 Number of valid ballots: 15 Required majority: 8 Number of votes obtained: Mr. Gilbert Guillaume 15 Ms. Rosalyn Higgins 15 Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren 15 Mr. Raymond Ranjeva 14 Mr. Awn Shawkat Al-Khasawneh 9 Mr. Christopher Gregory Weeramantry 6 Accordingly, the following candidates have obtained the required majority of votes in the Security Council: Mr. Gilbert Guillaume, Ms. Rosalyn Higgins, Mr. Gonzalo Parra-Aranguren, Mr. Raymond Ranjeva and Mr. Awn Shawkat Al-Khasawneh. I shall communicate the result of the vote to the President of the General Assembly in writing.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

47. “Members of the Council should place an "X" in the boxes next to the names of the five candidates for whom they wish to vote. >l< >l< >l< The President: I take it that all the members of the Council have now voted, and I ask the Conference Officer to collect the ballot papers. >l<>l<>l< The President: All the ballot papers have been collected. I should like to remind the Council that, as we agreed during our consultations, the ballots will not be counted until it has been verified that the ballot papers in the General Assembly have been collected. The Council will remain in session pending the receipt of that information. The President: I have now been informed that the ballot papers have been collected in the General Assembly. The counting of the ballots in the Security Council will now begin. The tellers will now count the ballots.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

48. “I request each of those delegations to appoint one member to serve as teller. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Colas (France) and Ms. Ari (United States of America) acted as tellers. The President: I should like to say, on this occasion, that we have in our midst two persons - Mr. Franklin Berman and Mr. Robert Rosenstock - who served as tellers when elections for the International Court of Justice were held for the first time. I welcome this fact as a symbol of the continuity of the Security Council's work. May I take it that the Council is now ready to proceed with the election of five members of the International Court of Justice? It is so decided. I request the Conference Officer to distribute the ballot papers.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

49. “I should like to remind members of paragraph 11 of the Secretary-General's memorandum, which specifies that "Each elector may vote for not more than five candidates on the first ballot". (5/1999/93'9, para. 11) Any ballot paper containing votes for more than five names will be considered invalid. When five candidates have obtained the required majority of votes, I shall communicate the result to the President of the General Assembly, and I shall request the Council to remain in session pending the receipt from the President of the General Assembly of the result of the voting in the Assembly. The Council will now proceed to draw lots to select two delegations to serve as tellers. The President: The names of the delegations of France and the United States of America have been drawn.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source

50. “If, on the other hand, in the first ballot the number of candidates obtaining the absolute majority is less than five, the Council will proceed to a second ballot on the remaining vacancies, and balloting will continue in the same manner until five of the candidates have obtained the required majority of votes. The voting will be held by secret ballot. When we proceed to the vote, members of the Council will receive a ballot paper containing the names of all the candidates. No withdrawal will be accepted once the ballot papers have been distributed. However, it would be possible to withdraw between ballots. Members of the Council will be requested to place an "X" in the boxes next to the names of the candidates for whom they wish to vote. Only those candidates whose names appear on the ballot paper are eligible for election.”

    1999-11-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4059 (1999) · source