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Ulibarri

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first: 2010-10-26
most recent: 2013-10-29
sittings or episodes: 14
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“We know that in order to effectively promote international peace and security, the Council needs a reasonable degree of confidentiality for some of its analytical, deliberative and decision-making processes. However, such confidentiality should be the exception, not the rule. Beyond this, it is crucial to cultivate a genuine willingness to share all information that is not confidential through transparency and disclosure processes that are systematic, timely and easily accessible to all Member States. Better transparency, apart from being a duty, would increase the perception of the Council as a representative, reinforce its legitimacy and enable it to draw on the most relevant contributions of all Members of the Organization, thereby improving its effectiveness.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Ulibarri (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to begin by expressing our appreciation to Portugal, and to you in particular, Mr. President, for your leadership and commitment to improving the Security Council's working methods, and for having organized this debate. Costa Rica aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Switzerland on behalf of the group of five small nations (S-5), but we would like to suggest some additional ideas and proposals, focusing on transparency. In a representative entity such as the United Nations, transparency should be a basic standard and a permanent practice in all its bodies, including the Security Council.”
2011-11-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6672Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In return, developing countries must act transparently and with accountability, good governance, respect for the rule of law, and set adequate priorities in the use of our resources. Costa Rica recognizes that we, too, must share the responsibility. In conclusion, the climate change agenda is a broad network of interconnected nodes. That is why the most effective responses to the concerns raised at this debate are to be found within the framework of the Convention. We will make little headway against the concrete effects of climate change if we fail to establish the requisite conditions and to take the effective political decisions to allow the Convention fully to achieve its objectives.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In order to make a significant contribution to these tasks, the major economies must step up their financial flows towards countries that are affected or could potentially be affected by the problem, concentrating in particular on small island States, many of which face the imminent danger of disappearing as nations, as noted by President Stephen of Nauru on behalf of the Pacific small island developing States. In my part of the world in Central America, the catastrophic effects of climate change are becoming ever-more frequent. Similarly, developing countries require direct investments to strengthen our climate monitoring and early warning systems. We also need the transfer of technologies that will, inter alia, improve the production of basic foodstuffs and help us to generate clean energy.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“We should also consider the competences of other entities of the United Nations system, such as the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council - particularly in the framework of the Commission on Sustainable Development - and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Costa Rica believes that, in addition to the commitments made with respect to emission reduction, prevention and mitigation, we should strengthen adaptation to climate change. Such measures would have a tangible effect on such factors as sea-level rise, flooding, droughts and food insecurity.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Pursuant to its competences under the United Nations Charter, the Security Council should focus on efforts to prevent or control conflicts or traumas that may arise as a result of the effects of climate change and that may undermine peace and security. These could include, inter alia, struggles for scarce water resources, forced population displacements or the threat of national disappearance. The most substantial and decisive actions, however, are outside the Council's mandate, and we reiterate that they should be addressed in accordance with the provisions of the Convention.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Although that responsibility is not limited to the industrialized countries referred to in annex I of the Convention, they should nevertheless assume leadership, which should also be embraced by the major emerging economies. The permanent members of the Security Council - all major emitters and, with their right of veto, endowed with exceptional powers within this organ - should in particular make a clear political commitment to reducing greenhouse gases. That would be the best and largest contribution they could make to ensuring that Climate change does not become an even greater threat to international peace and security. That group should then be expanded to include the other members of the international community commensurate with their emissions and economic capacities.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“First, such efforts should seek to support work plans and goals in the context of the multilateral negotiating framework. Secondly, they should be based on the specific responsibilities of the respective body - in this case, the Security Council. In addressing the problems of climate change through more than merely peripheral actions, we need to achieve an agreement that, in accordance with scientific evidence, will allow us to stabilize and reduce concentrations greenhouse gases to the levels established in the Convention. We can do so specifically through the firm and committed participation of the countries that are the principal greenhouse gas emitters, all of which are represented at this table and therefore have an ongoing and, in many instances, historic responsibility.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Ulibarri (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): Costa Rica thanks you, Sir, for convening this open debate, highlighting the importance of climate change as a critical item on the multilateral agenda. We particularly welcome the participation of the Secretary- General and the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme. Costa Rica associates itself with the statement made by the representative of Argentina on behalf of the Group of 77 and China, to the effect that the primary responsibility for addressing these matters comprehensively falls to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. All complementary efforts to address this issue on the part of any other organ of the Organization should take that, and in particular the following factors, into account.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“11-3390] Costa Rica reiterates its commitment to implementing all resolutions of the Security Council that seek to combat terrorism in all of its manifestations. We trust that these regimes will be strengthened by means of procedures that are increasingly fair and just.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Costa Rica believes that one of the major institutional challenges to the United Nation system is achieving a consistent policy that does not seek to organize human rights and counter-terrorism into a hierarchy. With regard to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999), I would like to focus on two additional aspects. First, despite the major progress made, we still believe that the final aim must be to establish an independent review mechanism. Secondly, we believe that it is appropriate to make public the identity of each designating State. To the extent that there is appropriate transparency in that regard, each designating State will have additional reasons to justify its requests for listing and bear responsibility for them.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Rendering the system more sustainable would enhance the authority of the Council and that of the Organization as whole. The like-minded countries wish to continue a constructive dialogue with the Council and are grateful for the interest already expressed by so many of its members. We look forward to fruitful negotiations in June leading to significant improvements to enhance fair and clear procedures in the 1267 sanctions regime. I would now like to make some very brief comments in my national capacity. (spoke in Spanish) Costa Rica supports the comprehensive approach of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy approved by the General Assembly in September 2006, which explicitly acknowledges as part of the Strategy the relevance of the protection of human rights and the rule of law.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“In cases where a de-listing request has been rejected, it is proposed that the Committee provide reasons for its decision to be transmitted to the petitioner through the Ombudsperson and the States concerned. Let me conclude by making some general remarks. Our proposals are not intended to question the legitimacy or prerogatives of the Security Council. On the contrary, the proposals would serve to better safeguard the credibility and efficiency of its work by enabling the Council to continue to assert its powers while advancing fundamental due process principles. The overarching goal is to strengthen the current system. Improving the fairness and clarity of the procedures would be conducive to a more efficient implementation of the sanctions regime by Member States.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“The like-minded group also proposed a series of improvements regarding the procedures for de-listing. Important in themselves, these improvements would also serve to further counter the argument that listing is a one-way street. For instance, the Committee should take its de-listing decisions by majority vote. In cases where, in the view of the Ombudsperson, the retention of a list entry is no longer founded, the Ombudsperson should be competent to recommend de-listing. Absent the Committee's decision within 30 days to confirm the entry on the list, the entry should be de- listed. The sanctions committee would retain its full prerogative of deciding whether to maintain a name on the list or not.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“Upon request, the Committee should, after consultation with the designating State, inform the petitioner through the Ombudsperson about the identity of the designating State. We encourage the Council to look into every possibility for improving its information base and the petitioner's legitimate access to such information. A third element that I would like to highlight is the need for the enhanced cooperation of States with the Ombudsperson, which is particularly relevant with regard to access to information. Legal and practical ways should be actively explored to allow the Ombudsperson access to all relevant information regarding a particular listing. We encourage the Council to make express provisions in the upcoming resolution for Member States' full cooperation with the Ombudsperson.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“We would like to stress that the proposed sunset clause would not result in automatic de-listings once the time limit has expired. The Council and its sanctions committee would retain the prerogative of maintaining a name on the list upon review, but by affirmative decision. We call on the Council to seriously consider introducing such time limits for listings. Secondly, a fundamental element of due process is that the listed individual or entity be given access to sufficient information to present an effective defence. Much has already been achieved with the introduction of narrative summaries of reasons for listings. Both the narrative summaries and other information given to a petitioner should be as detailed and comprehensive as possible, which presupposes that States have provided the Committee with such information.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“It is against this background, and with a view to the adoption of the follow-up to resolution 1904 (2009) in mid-June, that we sent a letter to the President of the Council early in April outlining several proposals that we believe would merit close consideration by the Council in its continued efforts to improve and strengthen the system. This letter has been distributed as an annex to the written version of this statement. In the interest of time, I will briefly highlight only some of the proposals. A key proposal is to introduce a time limit for all listings. A set time limit would underline the preventive and temporary nature of the sanctions measures. It could also have implications for the level of applicable due process requirements.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“The like-minded countries welcome the successive improvements that have been made to the 1267 sanctions regime so far, notably the establishment of the focal point, the introduction of narrative summaries and the comprehensive review undertaken and followed by detailed periodic reviews of the consolidated list and the various categories of listings. Most importantly, we see the establishment of the Office of the Ombudsperson as a major step forward. In this regard, we wish to commend the work that Judge Kimberly Prost has already undertaken. However, we believe that still more can and needs to be done.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“That not only poses challenges for Member States, but also creates the risk of diluting the perceived authority vested in the Security Council. Those challenges are not a phenomenon that is specific to one particular region alone. Individuals are pursuing their right to challenge their designation in regional and national courts around the globe. The efficiency of the sanctions regime and the protection of human rights are of global concern. The strengthening of the system has to be pursued on a global level.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“I should underline that the group fully supports and recognizes the application of targeted sanctions as a useful and necessary tool to effectively combat international terrorism. 11-3390] The issue at hand is how to ensure that the Council and its Al-Qaida and Taliban Sanctions Committee can continue to take effective and decisive action in the face of terrorism while at the same time honouring fundamental rule-of-law and due process guarantees. Our common obligation to implement decisions made by the Council coexists with our obligation to respect fundamental human rights. As is well known, the current sanctions regime continues to face legal challenges, including by proceedings in national and regional courts.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“I have the honour to address the Council on behalf of the informal group of like-minded countries that has taken a specific interest in the question of fair and clear procedures in targeted sanctions. That group currently includes Austria, Belgium, Costa Rica, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Liechtenstein, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland. I will concentrate my remarks on the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, in particular the question of improving fair and clear procedures and thereby also strengthening the effectiveness of the sanctions regime.”
2011-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6536 (2011) · source
“That necessarily implies a joint effort by all organs and agencies of the United Nations at every stage of those processes, as well as the determination not to act only when weapons are fired but when threats appear. That is something that must of course start with a serious political commitment.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Peace and democracy education is therefore essential. Finally, fostering an independent and vigorous civil society, a free and honest press and a culture of accountability also substantially increases prospects for peacebuilding. To sum up, we believe that actions should lead to comprehensive approaches to conflicts, both in order to resolve them and to consolidate the progress made. The role of the United Nations, and of the Security Council in particular, is key to that end; as is the guidance provided by the Peacebuilding Commission. An essential part of the mission of the United Nations must be working as part of the ongoing processes of conflict prevention, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, including the promotion of development, institutions and a culture of peace and democracy.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Without that, both the temptations posed by gangs and organized crime and the continuing cycle of poverty may prove to be unavoidable. Thirdly, the establishment of institutions, including political parties, must be accompanied by good political practices. Without observing such practices, institutions can become victims of corruption and manipulation, or become simply window dressing for authoritarianism, arbitrary rule and adventurism. Fourthly, the effectiveness and independence of judicial authorities is another key factor to lasting peace, given that the judiciary is the ultimate resort for the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the most obvious barrier to impunity and crime. Fifthly, we must keep in mind that it is more difficult to entrench a genuine culture of democracy and peace than to establish institutions.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Moreover, one country recently violated the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity. To varying degrees, all of this endangers peace and coexistence at both the local and regional levels. But from those missteps come important lessons about post-conflict institution-building, to which I should now like to turn. First, we should design policies that, in addition to promoting post-conflict stability and economic development, also contribute to the widest possible enjoyment of their benefits. Social inclusion is key to peace. Secondly, in countries with a large percentage of young people such as ours, it is crucial to increase 11-21335 opportunities for youth in the areas of education, recreation and employment.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“That understanding was also the reason for the decision to set up local political, institutional and socio-economic follow-up mechanisms, along with valuable international support. Central America's evolution since that time also led us to understand that if challenges are not addressed in time they can weaken peace processes, place democracy at risk and even damage relations between neighbouring nations. Our region buried its internal wars, promoted democratic processes and opened up uncertain paths towards improving people's well-being. However, this did not necessarily bring with it a vigorously inclusive development process, an end to violence - now criminal in nature - or the widespread consolidation of democratic institutions and practices. Today some Central American countries are among the world's most violent.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“That leadership was embodied by Presidents Vinicio Cerezo Arevalo of Guatemala and Oscar Arias Senchez of Costa Rica, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. For their part, the Organization of American States and the United Nations were able to coordinate efforts to promote national and regional willingness to support the process and ensure the implementation of agreements. Various lessons can be learned from this situation, as reflected in the elements to which I have just referred. What was key to consolidating peace, however, was understanding that a cessation of hostilities would be to little avail if the regional agreement and the national accords that ensued in Nicaragua, El Salvador and Guatemala did not address the root causes of the conflicts.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“On 7 August 1987, the Presidents of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua signed the accord known as Esquipulas II, in which they committed themselves to initiating national dialogue processes aimed at ending internal hostilities, holding free and fair elections and forging a peaceful and democratic future. The success of this process was primarily the result of the willingness of local actors, who were exhausted by violence and aware that the imminent end to the Cold War would cease to fuel hostilities. However, the active participation of the international 2 community and the existence of regional leadership to guide those efforts also played an essential role.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“What made this case different from so many others was that the victorious Government junta soon handed over power to the legitimately elected authorities, abolished the army and convened an assembly that issued the Constitution that still governs us today. Those institutional decisions, along with longstanding political, economic and social values and dynamics, explain our continued stability and internal peace in a region that has so often been affected by conflict. During the 1980s, when wars were bloodying Central America, our country played a key role in setting a course towards peace.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Ulibarri (Costa Rica) (spoke in Spanish): I would like to begin by thanking the delegation of Bosnia and Herzegovina for its initiative in convening this open debate. I would also like to thank Deputy Prime Minister Jose Luis Guterres of Timor-Leste, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Ambassador Peter Wittig for their opening briefings. Costa Rica has decided to participate in this important debate because we believe that we can contribute some pertinent ideas and experiences on institution-building as a way to consolidate peace and improve the well-being of people in the aftermath of conflict. To recall the historical background, in 1948 our country went through a brief civil war brought on by elections disputes.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Sustainable peace is not possible without the participation of women; and without the participation of women in laying the foundations for sustainable peace, sustainable development may also be hindered in the future. We particularly welcome the adoption of a new resolution on sexual violence in conflict. We express our hope that efforts to combat sexual violence in situations of armed conflict and its aftermath will be strengthened in a manner that will support a coherent and comprehensive United Nations response consistent with the conceptualization of the newly-created UN Women. Neither silence, nor tolerance, nor impunity is an option when facing the perpetrators. This is a message that should clearly emanate from the Security Council, and one that must resonate with us all.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The Human Security Network also takes note of the recommendation regarding the adoption by relevant sanctions committees of sanctions and other targeted measures against individuals and entities. In this regard, the exchange of information among United Nations peacekeeping missions, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict and the Security Council sanctions committees will be of great importance. Women's full enjoyment of all human rights has been a priority of the Human Security Network since its inception. While it is crucial to this agenda that we maintain momentum in the fight against sexual violence, we also underline the importance of women's empowerment as part of the solution.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We call on all of them to cease such acts and to make concrete commitments in this regard, as called for in resolution 1960 (2010), adopted yesterday. All necessary steps, including targeted measures, must be taken to protect individuals, hold perpetrators accountable and provide remedy to victims. Ending impunity for perpetrators and those responsible in chains of command, including United Nations personnel, is imperative. The Rome Statute's qualification of sexual-related crimes as potential war crimes and crimes against humanity constituted a major achievement in the fight against impunity. In this connection, we urge the Security Council to refer relevant cases to the International Criminal Court.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“It must be the basis for further action by the Security Council, including the adoption of sanctions and other targeted measures, and for including in the Secretary- General's annual reports to the Council detailed information on parties to armed conflict who are credibly suspected of committing or being responsible for acts of rape or other forms of sexual Violence. As suggested in the report, the arrangements should take into account experiences gained and practices developed through the monitoring and reporting mechanism established pursuant to Security Council resolutions 1612 (2005) and 1882 (2009) on children and armed conflict. Sexual violence, including by parties to armed conflicts, is unacceptable at any time.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In that respect, we welcome the progress made on Ms. Wallstrom's five-point priority agenda as a step forward in the process. The report highlights, inter alia, the challenges posed by inaccurate information about sexual violence, inadequate preventive measures and the failure to end impunity. In the light of such challenges, we strongly support the efforts of the United Nations system to establish monitoring, reporting and analysis arrangements with regard to conflict-related sexual violence. Timely, objective, accurate and reliable information, verified by the United Nations system, on conflict-related sexual violence is crucial to addressing this issue in a comprehensive and systematic manner.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The Human Security Network stresses the need to provide coherent and strategic leadership in the United Nations on the issue of sexual violence in conflict, including through the allocation of appropriate resources in implementing the mandate conferred on Ms. Wallstrom by the Security Council in its resolution 1888 (2009). We would like to express our support to Ms. Wallstrom and encourage her to build strong synergies with the United Nations operational system. Less than two months ago, we celebrated the tenth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000). Unfortunately, progress towards the implementation of cross-cutting gender commitments, especially those aimed at curbing, punishing perpetrators of and protecting against sexual violence in situations of armed conflict, has not been satisfactory.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“It is an honour for Costa Rica to speak in its capacity as Chair of the Human Security Network. The Network is a cross- regional group of countries that includes Austria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Slovenia, Switzerland and Thailand, with South Africa as an observer. On behalf of the members, I would like to express our appreciation for the convening of an open debate on this important topic and thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Margot Wallstrijm, for the presentation of the report (S/2010/604).”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Lastly, the Human Security Network notes with appreciation the important work of the informal Expert Group on the Protection of Civilians, which was established in January 2009.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Fostering international humanitarian law and practices is inextricably linked with the fight against impunity. Ending impunity for violations of international law and human rights law should be seen as part of a comprehensive approach to seeking sustainable peace, justice, truth and national reconciliation. The restoration and promotion of the rule of law, security sector reform and transitional justice mechanisms are also key areas where national systems should be strengthened and supported by enhanced international cooperation. The International Criminal Court, as well as other mixed courts and tribunals, can play an important complementary role in prosecuting persons suspected of committing mass atrocities.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We also recognize the importance of including the protection of civilians as a component of peacekeeping mandates, as well as clear guidelines and rules of engagement, without prejudice to the primary responsibility of the host Government to protect its civilians. In addition, it is also necessary to address other major constraints faced by peacekeeping operations, such as resources, equipment, the timely disbursement of funding, predeployment and in-mission training. We welcome the Secretariat's efforts in establishing clear guidance and developing an operational concept for peacekeeping missions on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Furthermore, a stronger partnership on protection with troop- and 7 police-contributing countries, host Governments and local populations should be developed.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Another challenge is the role increasingly played by private security companies in situations of armed conflict. In this context, the Human Security Network takes note of the recent signature of an international code of conduct by around 60 private security companies, according to which they undertake to respect human rights and humanitarian law in their operations. The Security Council, as the principal organ for addressing threats to international peace and security, should respond to prevent violations of international law and to protect civilian populations in all situations of armed conflict without distinction. This also includes assisting in creating the conditions conducive to the rapid and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian assistance while ensuring the safety and security of humanitarian personnel.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“10-64740 However, despite the increased attention of this Council, the prevalence of civilian casualties and the number of people affected by armed conflict are still appalling. We are deeply concerned about attacks against refugees and internally displaced persons camps, as well as against humanitarian workers; the use of sexual violence and forced displacement as tactics of war; the prevalence of child recruitment; the proliferation of illegal trafficking and the misuse of small arms and light weapons; and the danger posed by explosive weapons, landmines and other remnants of war. We also deplore the continued targeting of civilians in situations of armed conflict, the indiscriminate use of force and the use of civilian populations as human shields in those situations.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In just over 10 years since the first peacekeeping operation with an explicit mandate for the protection of civilians in armed conflict was deployed in Sierra Leone, we have accumulated valuable experience and made important progress with a view to establishing a comprehensive framework in the Security Council through thematic resolutions on the protection of civilians, as well as other milestone resolutions, including 1325 (2000), 1612 (2005), 1820 (2008), 1882 (2009), 1888 (2009), 1889 (2009) and 1894 (2009). We have entered a new era of multidimensional peacekeeping operations with large civilian components, including the promotion and protection of human rights, the facilitation of humanitarian relief, capacity-building, the restoration of infrastructure and services, and security sector reform.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“It is an honour for Costa Rica to speak in its capacity as Chair of the Human Security Network and on behalf of its members: Austria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Ireland, Jordan, Mali, Norway, Switzerland, Thailand and Slovenia, and South Africa as an observer. The protection of civilians in armed conflicts is one of the priorities of the Human Security Network. Therefore, we would like to thank the United Kingdom presidency of the Security Council for the organization of this important debate, as well as the Secretary- General for his report (S/2010/579).”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“All Member States have a responsibility to implement resolution 1325 (2000). The development of national action plans is a key component of Member States' commitment to fulfilling that responsibility, and the coming decade should aim for action and accountability. Women's full enjoyment of all human rights has been at the heart of the Human Security Network since its inception. We are committed to supporting meaningful steps to promote and enhance the role of women in peace processes. Without women's participation in this area, sustainable peace will not be possible. Women must be an integral part of all our thinking on peace and security. We look to the Security Council for strong leadership in the effective implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and its related resolutions.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“But this fact must also be recognized at the political level by increasing women's participation in political posts, whether appointed or elected; by systematically ensuring the full and equal involvement of women in peace negotiations; and by taking into account women's needs in peace agreements. Furthermore, education is a fundamental requirement for eliminating violence against women in armed conflict, and in this respect civil society has a key role to play in the peacekeeping and peacebuilding processes. The issue of violence against women in armed conflict is closely related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict, which is a priority of the Human Security Network. Both the protection of civilians and the provisions of resolution 1325 (2000) should be fully incorporated into the mandates of all peacekeeping operations.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The widespread or systematic use of violence against women in armed conflicts is a security issue as well as, of course, a human rights issue. It affects a whole society, significantly exacerbates situations of armed conflict and may impede the restoration of international peace and security. As has recently been reaffirmed by the Council in a presidential statement (S/PRST/2010/20), the Peacebuilding Commission plays an important role in promoting and supporting an integrated and coherent approach to peacebuilding, including women's participation. Women play a pivotal role in the economic recovery of post-conflict countries. The PBC has committed to working on this issue as part of its broader efforts to promote and address women's post-conflict needs.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In addition, greater coherence and a more systematic response by the United Nations system and increased consultation and cooperation with regional and subregional organizations, Member States and civil society are vital to the success of such action. With regard to impunity, we should recognize the essential role of international criminal justice, and particularly of the International Criminal Court, in addressing cases of sexual violence in armed conflict. The Rome Statute, in itself a major achievement, recognizes sexual violence as a potential war crime and crime against humanity. Now, the Court is examining situations involving sexual violence, which demonstrates the central contribution that international criminal justice can and does make in dealing with sexual violence in armed conflict.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Let us not forget the statement delivered by Alain Le Roy, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, in the Fourth Committee of the General Assembly just days ago, stipulating that widespread or systematic use of sexual violence against civilians in armed conflicts is used as a tactic of war. That is indeed a very disturbing fact of today's reality. An urgent and effective response from the international community is required. There must be clear objectives, starting with ending impunity, empowering women, rejecting various forms of discrimination, mobilizing political leadership and increasing awareness of rape as a tactic and consequence of armed conflict.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“However, despite the progress of the past ten years, many challenges remain. The abhorrent conditions that women and girls have faced in armed conflict situations persist and effective, and comprehensive methods for addressing those realities are still lacking. As we speak in this Chamber, discrimination and Violence against women in conflict and post-conflict situations, often seemingly committed with complete impunity, are still rampant in certain areas of the world. The horror of such gender- based violence, particularly rape and other forms of sexual abuse, continues to be brought to the attention of the Security Council, and efforts to prevent such crimes, including through peacekeeping missions, and to fight impunity have to be redoubled.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source