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Ugalde

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2009-11-11
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2009-11-11
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  1. “We would like to express our satisfaction with a conclusion of the process that has led to the adoption of the new resolution (resolution 1894 (2009)). We would like congratulate Austria for achieving this outcome. We are delighted with the progress of the Security Council has made in the thematic discussions and the positive developments in this area. We would like to reiterate our conviction that it is still necessary to work on five challenges listed in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2009/277) . We believe that it is important to include the human security perspective in order to guarantee not only the physical protection but also the human dignity of civilians affected by armed conflict.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  2. “In summary, stronger leadership and responsibility is necessary to ensure greater coherence, unity of purpose and a common vision, as well as to link the protection of civilians to the success of the political solution to any conflict. I would like to make a brief statement on behalf of the Human Security Network, comprised of Austria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Slovenia, Switzerland and Thailand, and South Africa as an observer member: This year marks the tenth anniversary of the first Security Council resolution containing specific provisions for the protection of civilians in armed conflict (resolution 1265 (1999)) and is also the tenth anniversary of our Network.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  3. “There must be a strategy for each mission that includes all of the mission's components. In order to fulfil their tasks, peacekeepers must have clear guidelines and proper training that derives from a general operational concept. In addition, to improve security, it is necessary to enhance interaction and promote a better flow of information among missions, humanitarian actors and local populations. For its part, the Secretariat must systematically include in its country-specific reports relevant data and recommendations to protect the civilian population, reduce risks and threats and information on humanitarian access constraints.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  4. “Efforts to integrate the establishment and renewal of mandates, mission planning, deployment and evaluation have not been sufficient so far to mainstream the protection of civilians as a cross- cutting pillar in the work of peacekeeping operations and the achievement of their objectives. In order to achieve effectiveness in the protection of civilians, it is necessary to work towards greater integration of efforts in peacekeeping operations and improve coordination between political, military and humanitarian actors. The Security Council, mission personnel, humanitarian actors and the civilian population should clearly know what is expected of a mission, as well as their roles and responsibilities. The Council must be specifically aware of the resources that are needed for the effective implementation of its mandates.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  5. “The Council must implement actions to strengthen the security sector in all its missions, particularly those authorities charged with providing transitional justice, which is an indispensable tool for consolidating peace, recovering stability, combating impunity and ensuring respect for human rights. The protection of civilians is a comprehensive and multidimensional concept and is the primary responsibility of States. Nevertheless, given the nature of today's conflicts, in order to achieve its objectives, this concept requires strategic partnerships among States, the United Nations, regional organizations, non- governmental organizations and the affected populations themselves.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  6. “The Council has the responsibility of closely monitoring situations where international standards are repeatedly violated. We believe that the Council has the obligation to obtain timely and detailed information, promote investigations when necessary, and ensure timely assistance to victims. We must work resolutely towards achieving agreements that guarantee victims' access to justice, including by referring situations to the International Criminal Court, bearing in mind its subsidiary role, when national authorities lack the capacity or political will to fulfil their obligations.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  7. “During the past 10 years, the protection of civilians has been recognized as a fundamental component of the United Nations mandate and as a central element for the legitimacy and credibility of peacekeeping operations. Despite the progress achieved so far, considerable problems remain, particularly in the areas of accountability and compliance with international law. Costa Rica believes that the Security Council must ensure the protection of civilian populations and strongly and decisively respond to grave violations by using all available resources. The obligations to protect civilians apply to all situations and must be held to the same standards in all parts of the world, regardless of any political consideration. Another important aspect of this mandate is accountability.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  8. “In the past two years, we have contributed to the adoption of resolutions on children in armed conflict (resolution 1882 (2009)), sexual violence (resolution 1820 (2008)), women and peace and security (resolutions 1888 (2009) and 1889 (2009)), and also to the update of the aide-memoire. Today, we close the cycle by bringing this framework up to date through the adoption of the new resolution on the protection of civilians in armed conflict (resolution 1894 (2009)). In addition, Costa Rica has promoted the strengthening of protection mandates in several peacekeeping missions and has participated in the group of experts on the protection of civilians since its inception.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source

  9. “Mr. Ugalde (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): Mr. President, Costa Rica would like to thank you and your delegation for convening this debate on the protection of civilians and for your initiative that has led to the adoption of this new resolution (resolution 1894 (2009)) . We would also like to acknowledge the presence of the Secretary-General, the Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and the Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights and thank them for their presentations. I would also like to greet the distinguished ministers present here. During its membership in the Security Council, Costa Rica has participated in the renewal of the comprehensive protection framework.”

    2009-11-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6216 (2009) · source