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“It should reaffirm its commitment to the same long-term, integrated and comprehensive strategy aimed at consolidating Timorese independence. The withdrawal of the United Nations from Timor-Leste at this time would lead to setbacks that would put at risk the achievements accomplished so far. We cannot afford to let that happen. Our assessment recommends that appropriate adjustments be made to the Security Council's previous strategy, taking into account the progress achieved and the existing vulnerabilities. My delegation looks forward to engaging in talks with all Council delegations as well as the Secretariat, Mr.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“Timor-Leste still faces considerable shortfalls and limitations in terms of the capacity of its Government and people to fully exercise their sovereignty and independence in a sustainable manner. Timor-Leste's vulnerability is evident in its dependence on expatriate advisers, foreign economic aid and external assistance to provide for almost all types of public goods and services, from public planning and administration to emergency security in case of imminent risk or threat. In View of that, it is unlikely that Timor-Leste will be in a position in May 2005 to assume by itself the burden of consolidating State institutions and promoting its recently achieved democratic status without outside help. Consequently, the Council should reaffirm its commitment to peace and stability in that country, as was done in 1999.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“My delegation believes that the strong and unequivocal commitment of the international community to the advancement of the cause of Timorese independence constitutes an important component of the success story of Timor-Leste. As recognized in the Secretary-General's report, most State institutions and other relevant structures in Timor-Leste were put in place thanks to an integrated and comprehensive strategy, conceived under the auspices of the United Nations and closely followed by the Security Council, that has benefited from the active support of the international community. Secondly, it must be pointed out that despite that undisputable progress, the integrated and comprehensive strategy conceived by the Security Council for Timor-Leste has not yet borne all its fruit.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“Before I express my delegation's preliminary views on those recommendations - and taking into account the concerns expressed by Foreign Minister Ramos-Horta - I deem it useful to make a brief assessment of the current situation. First, it must be underlined that, during the past six years, the people and the authorities of Timor-Leste have been able to achieve quite promising progress concerning the consolidation of the Timorese State and its institutions. That improvement is even more evident when compared with the achievements in similar situations during the same period of time. The progress achieved is the best guarantee for peace and stability in the region.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“My delegation extends its deepest sympathy to the victims and families of the peacekeepers deceased in the tragic events that took place last Friday in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We also extend the same sentiments to the Government of Bangladesh. I would like to thank Mr. Hasegawa for his briefing on the situation in Timor-Leste and on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). I would like to thank him in particular for his presentation of the recommendations of the Secretary-General regarding UNMISET's mandate. I also express my gratitude to Foreign Minister Jose Ramos-Horta for having shared his Government's views regarding the challenges ahead and the need for a continued United Nations presence in Timor-Leste.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“Finally, we join members in thanking the delegation of Japan, through Ms. Kawaguchi, for the preparation and presentation of the draft presidential statement.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“With reference to the recommendations of the Secretary-General that fall within the Security Council's purview, our delegation would like to highlight the need for a comprehensive approach to the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former combatants. We fully support the Secretary-General's concern with the social and economic aspects of post-conflict situations. It is crucial for the accomplishment of a peacekeeping operation's mission that provision be made for technical, financial and logistical support for the reintegration phase. Much more remains to be done. May this broad exchange of opinions constitute further evidence that all United Nations Members are renewing their commitment to work together and to contribute to our common efforts towards eradicating the illegal flow of small arms.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“Last year, President Lula sanctioned the innovative Disarmament Statute, which restricts the bearing, possession and commerce of arms, in addition to criminalizing international arms trafficking. Brazil has also adopted a national arms system as a measure of preventive control. Aside from the strengthening of legislative measures, we also regularly exchange information with our neighbours and have established border procedures. With its partners in MERCOSUR, Brazil is developing a network of activities that are progressively strengthening cooperation among its members. However, despite all these national, subregional and regional initiatives, we still have not solved the problem.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“Brazil strongly supports all the efforts that have been deployed by the Organization of American States to curb the illicit traffic in small arms and light weapons, such as those related to the implementation of the Inter-American Convention against the Illicit Manufacturing of and Trafficking in Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, and Other Related Materials, and of the model regulations of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission. Unfortunately, despite the national efforts made, there are still loopholes in the regime governing the legal transfer of arms that allow for the diversion of arms to the illegal market. Brazil stands as an example of such efforts, having adapted its legislation to current necessities.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“Our next step should be to consider how to improve international cooperation in preventing, combating and eradicating illicit brokering in small arms and light weapons. The delegation of Brazil is very pleased with the reaction of Member States to the recommendation in favour of greater participation in the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms and in the United Nations standardized instrument for reporting military expenditures. This enhanced participation continues to be required, as it generates transparency and stronger confidence among countries. There have been important developments at the regional and subregional levels as well.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“The delegation of Brazil expects that the consideration of its implementation at the Second Biennial Meeting of States, to be held next July, will contribute to the good results of the 2006 review conference on the Programme of Action. For that reason, the step taken by the General Assembly towards constituting an Open-Ended Working Group to negotiate an international instrument to enable States to identify and trace, in a timely and reliable manner, illicit small arms and light weapons is crucial. The Working Group has put great efforts into its endeavour. We expect that the document to be produced at its third session will be legally binding and responsive to the urgent necessity of interrupting the illegal flow of such weapons.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“The subject of small arms, whether in the context of disarmament, national security and public security or from a humanitarian perspective, must be permanently discussed in all relevant forums. The solution to this problem requires the commitment of all States and the assistance of civil society, along with the input of international, regional and subregional organizations. The Secretary-General's report recognizes some progress made on his recommendations within the competence of the General Assembly since our last debate on small arms, at our 4896th meeting, one year ago. The Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade and Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects is the reference that regulates United Nations activities in this field.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“The delegation of Brazil wishes to express its appreciation to you, Mr. President, for the initiative of convening this debate on the issue of small arms. We also thank the Under- Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs for presenting the Secretary-General's report (S/2005/69) on ways and means in which the Security Council can contribute to dealing with the question of the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons, in interaction with the General Assembly. The issue of the uncontrolled traffic in such weapons has become a matter of great concern for the international community due to the tragic consequences of arms availability in terms of making local conflicts more lethal and of generating a sense of insecurity in civil society.”
2005-02-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5127 (2005) · source
“We would expect that, in parallel, concrete actions towards effective disarmament by States possessing such arms would also be pursued in good faith.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“Brazil is committed to the objectives set forth in resolution 1540 (2004), which was adopted with a View to addressing an existing gap in international law, namely, the risk that terrorists and non-State actors may acquire, develop, traffic in or use weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. In our View, that objective is to be promoted on the basis of international cooperation and by safeguarding the integrity of multilaterally negotiated instruments, in particular, the rights and obligations of their States parties. At the beginning of this new phase in the Committee's work, Brazil reaffirms its unequivocal commitment to the cause of a safer world, in which weapons of mass destruction - nuclear, chemical or biological weapons - will no longer exist.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“I want to thank Ambassador Mihnea Motoc, Chairman of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), for his very thorough briefing. I would also like to commend him and his staff for leading the Committee to the conclusion of this important initial stage, aimed at building the functional and operational capacities required to start with its consideration of national reports. The Brazilian delegation welcomes the submission of the first national reports within the period established in resolution 1540 (2004) and encourages Member States that have not yet done so to submit their reports to the Committee as soon as possible.”
2004-12-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5097 (2004) · source
“Because of their pertinence and urgency, I would underline a number of them: first, the request for the international community to assist in the advancement of the transition process in Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including in the preparation of elections; secondly, the need for the Transitional Government in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to develop its programme of disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and resettlement or repatriation in order to address the problems related to the presence of foreign armed groups in its territory; thirdly, the request for the Governments of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to implement expeditiously the Joint Verification Mechanism already agreed on by both parties; and, last but not least, the recommendation that the Council undertake a deeper reflection on the issue of the Forces nationales de liberation with a View to considering what additional measures could be taken against those in that movement who compromise the peace process.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“The presidential statement adopted yesterday by the Security Council on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda (S/PRST/2004/45) is a further step reflecting our interest in the establishment of peace and stability in the region. Fourthly, my delegation supports the recommendations in the report (S/2004/934).”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“The mission had the opportunity to witness the concerns deriving from the presence of foreign armed troops, including members of the former Rwandan Armed Forces (ex-FAR) and Interahamwe, in the territory of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Council is aware of remaining problems in the peace process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and should continue to back the efforts being made by Congolese authorities, with the support of the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, aimed at accelerating the disarmament and demobilization of foreign armed troops.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“In that regard, in considering the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Operation in Burundi, the Council should devote further attention to the Operation's role in promoting and coordinating international efforts aimed at fostering development in Burundi. Thirdly, I acknowledge the efforts made by the mission to cope with the unexpected challenge posed by the decision of the Rwandese authorities to launch, at the time of the mission's visit to the region, a series of threats that could easily undermine the Congolese peace process. In this regard, my delegation commends Ambassador De La Sabliere for his vigorous leadership, which was responsible for a timely and balanced response to the situation.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“We welcome the efforts being made in order to conduct elections in 2005 according to the agreed calendar, although we are conscious that the holding of elections is not an end in itself. At the same time, we also take note of the logistical concerns highlighted by local authorities, which may delay the electoral process in Burundi and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. If necessary, new dates must be agreed upon by all concerned parties, but a delay in the elections must be considered only as a last resort, in order to guarantee free and fair elections. The mission also recognized that all progress achieved on the political and security agendas could be jeopardized if legitimate concerns about social and economic development are not properly addressed.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“I would like to thank the Permanent Representative of France for his additional remarks, today, on the Security Council mission to Central Africa. I take this opportunity to congratulate Ambassador De La Sabliere and his team for the excellent preparation for and performance of the mission. I would also like to make the following points. First, my delegation reiterates its support for the nature of such missions. They offer an invaluable opportunity for better and deeper knowledge on specific issues and situations and directly convey the Council's commitment to the advancement of peace in war-torn regions. Secondly, Brazil is encouraged by the mission's progress, which its members witnessed particularly in Burundi, but also in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2004-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5096 (2004) · source
“Those significant efforts should be reinforced by a stronger commitment by the international community to the resolution of essential issues in Haiti that go beyond security.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“Donors should therefore be encouraged to accelerate the rate of disbursement of the funds pledged at the Washington Donors Conference, consistent with the priorities identified by the Haitian Transitional Government's interim cooperation framework. It is well known that, for the first time, many Latin American countries have joined efforts in the context of the Security Council aimed at helping to reach a permanent solution to a conflict in the region. That is an initiative that should be encouraged. Presently, approximately 70 per cent of the troops on the ground are from those countries. I should add that Brazil also highly values the support being given to MINUSTAH by non-Latin American countries. I wish to stress the efforts being made by the region with regard to the stabilization of Haiti.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“With a view to creating stable conditions for meaningful, free elections at the end of 2005, we support the view that the Council should issue stronger messages concerning the international community's long-term commitment to Haiti. That could have been done through the adoption of a broader multidisciplinary mandate for MINUSTAH. As we see it, the international community and the financial institutions should make further efforts to assist in managing concrete development projects and help to remedy any gaps or shortfalls. Although some countries and institutions have already commenced initiatives in the financial field, the scale of those efforts should be rapidly increased. We believe that, from a security perspective, the conditions for stepping up those efforts are already present.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“In the absence of a number of measures - including those aimed at job creation - growing difficulties will probably arise for the maintenance of public order in the country. More precise language could have been included, for example, in operative paragraph 2, concerning the political reconciliation process; in operative paragraph 4, regarding economic development measures; and in the corresponding second, third and fourth preambular paragraphs. With regard to the duration of MINUSTAH's mandate, as provided for in operative paragraph 1, we trust that the intention to renew the mandate for further periods will be confirmed.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“Given the interconnection between security and other main aspects of the Haitian crisis, it seems essential, in our view, that progress with regard to the needs for political reconciliation, economic reconstruction efforts and social amelioration needs to occur in parallel with the efforts being made in the field of security. Brazil believes that, as we move forward, a mandate for MINUSTAH that is more specific and concrete than the one endorsed in resolution 1542 (2004) will be required to provide an adequate framework for dealing with the present threats in Haiti and to allow for the implementation of concrete measures so as to achieve a prompt improvement in the living conditions of the Haitian people.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“Brazil will participate in the consensus regarding the adoption of the draft resolution concerning the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Our vote reflects the view that the agreed text is yet another step within a broader political process, as it addresses interim measures that should be supplemented by further decisions in line with Haiti's needs in the months to come. We express appreciation to all delegations for their efforts to arrive at a consensual text, and we encourage them to continue working towards a long-term solution for Haiti. We believe that security remains key for the achievement of stability in the country. Nonetheless, a sustainable solution for Haiti's many difficulties clearly goes beyond the security dimension.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5090 (2004) · source
“Achieving a constructive and engaged dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade remains an imperative for the eventual success of international efforts in Kosovo. In that context, Pristina and, especially, Belgrade should be persuaded to resume negotiations. While frustration and despair grow amidst all ethnic groups in the region, the temptation for unilateral, even violent, initiatives may be surreptitiously increasing. As the moment of truth for Kosovo approaches, all parties concerned must be conscious that no durable, stable, satisfactory solution will be found without respect for the rights and legitimate aspirations of all.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“The fact that there are plans to include members of minorities in the new ministries is encouraging, but the weak and declining presence of minorities within the Provisional Institutions remains a matter of deep concern. Sustained social, economic and institutional development is a condition for final status. A revitalized economy, the creation of jobs and new opportunities, especially for the young, will help ease underlying social unrest. We are pleased to note the continued progress in the task of bringing to justice those involved in the riots of last March. The fact that more than 300 cases have been completed or are under consideration bears witness to the good work being done by judges and prosecutors under the monitoring of UNMIK.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“It is encouraging that the October elections were held in an environment of calm and order. Lack of participation by the Kosovo Serbs in the poll, however, thwarts efforts towards building a multi-ethnic society and is detrimental to the situation of the Serb minority. It is unfortunate that the constructive appeal of some Serbian leaders, including many authorities in Belgrade, in favour of participation in the elections was not heeded by the Kosovo Serb population. The political parties in Kosovo have now reached agreement on the formation of a coalition Government for the province. The composition of such a government should not lead to an exacerbation of tensions in the region. Moderation is key to conducting Kosovo safely to the final status negotiations.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“Although there have been tangible advances in some very specific areas, such as the reconstruction of homes and public buildings looted in March, it is still regrettable to see that, regarding such key issues as the overall situation of minorities, very little has been achieved. A firmer stance is required against unchecked abuses that continue to take place routinely against minority groups, virtually deprived of their freedom of movement and disrespected in their basic human rights and needs. Although the Provisional Institutions carry the primary responsibility for the implementation of standards and for alleviating the plight of minority groups, the international community must also take concrete action to improve the security conditions for those groups, and especially for the Kosovo Serbs.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“I wish to thank Special Representative J essen-Petersen for his detailed briefing on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). I take this opportunity to express our recognition of the quality of his work and that of UNMIK personnel. I am also pleased to recognize the presence of Mr. Covic' of Serbia and Montenegro. After more than four years of international involvement in Kosovo, as we approach the moment of beginning status negotiations in that province, the lack of progress in standards implementation is an unfortunate reality that can not only jeopardize the progress made so far, but also delay the beginning of the process to determine final status.”
2004-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5089 (2004) · source
“Financial difficulties present a threat to the accomplishment of their duties and to the ability to meet the completion strategies.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“The Council may eventually need to adjust those timetables in order to enable the Tribunals to fulfil their mandates. We are seriously concerned over reports regarding a lack of cooperation with the Tribunal on the part of interested countries. It is not acceptable that United Nations Members disregard their obligations under the Charter, the Tribunal Statutes, the rules of procedure and evidence and the relevant Security Council resolutions. We urge Member States directly involved in the Tribunals' work to fully cooperate with them, ensuring the prompt surrender of fugitives and access to pertinent documentation. Moreover, it is essential that the Tribunals continue to rely on adequate resources and personnel to perform their functions.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“It is necessary that the Tribunals remain committed to the goals set forth by resolution 1534 (2004), while concentrating resources and efforts to make sure that the most senior leaders suspected of being responsible for crimes within the jurisdiction of the courts be prosecuted. In our View, the transfer of cases involving lower- ranking officials to local courts, in accordance with rule 11 bis of the Tribunals' rules of procedure and evidence, should reflect the actual conditions of those judicial instances to provide independent judgements. In addition, given the difficulties in implementing the completion strategy, we believe that insisting on rigid deadlines as set out in the completion strategy may frustrate justice rather than assist the international community to end impunity.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“They can be seen as a successful example of the commitment of the international community to ensuring that those responsible for the most heinous crimes, which offend the very essence of human dignity, answer to them in public trials meeting the highest standards of international justice and due process. As acknowledged in the report presented by the President of the ICTY to the Security Council, the international community faces the challenge of adapting the inherent limitations of ad hoc judicial arrangements to the principle of due process and to the rights of both victims and those accused, as well as to the overall objective of bringing an end to impunity.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“First of all, I would like to thank Judge Theodor Meron, President of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY), and Judge Erik Mase, President of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR), as well as Prosecutors Carla Del Ponte and Hassan Bubacar Jallow for their thorough reports on the level of progress achieved in the work of the two courts, as well as on the difficulties that are prevailing. Almost 10 years after the establishment of the ICTY and the ICTR, there is no doubt about the importance of their contribution to international law.”
2004-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5086 (2004) · source
“For our part, Brazil will continue to develop bilateral relations with Timor-Leste as well as through CPLP. Promoting and spreading the use of the Portuguese language is one of our priorities, in which we hope we can count on the support of other countries, particularly in the region. Multilingualism, as we know, is a reality in Timor-Leste, and we must support that as well. In conclusion, I wish to join those who urged the international community to maintain its full and deep engagement in the country. Timor-Leste deserves to enjoy the rewards of its successful evolution. We believe the best way to do that is by recognizing its legitimate call for inclusion in the international community as a full partner in business, trade, politics and economic and social development.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“This is true not only for Timor-Leste, but also for the international community's own record of successful participation in peacekeeping and peace-building efforts in the world. My delegation gladly acknowledges that the United Nations, upon the Secretary-General's request, is already giving due attention to renewing its presence in Timor-Leste on the basis of a different structure and philosophy. In three months' time, when the next Secretary-General's report on UNMISET will be available, my delegation hopes that the Council, the authorities of Timor-Leste and the Secretariat will be ready to engage in a deeper exchange of views on this issue. Meanwhile, all of us, including the authorities of Timor-Leste, may start consultations in order to assist the Secretary-General on the recommendations that he may wish to present on that occasion.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“The day after UNMISET's departure will show how creative the Council was in conceiving a new post-conflict peace-building model to assure the transition from a very successful peacekeeping presence to a thoroughly sustainable project of international partnership and cooperation. My delegation takes this opportunity to strongly encourage the Secretary-General, his team and all the members of the United Nations development family to examine Timor-Leste in an innovative and sensitive manner and to envisage ways and means to meet our current expectations regarding the United Nations role in the post-UNMISET phase. Further strengthening of public administration, national institutions and economic and social development are essential for the consolidation of peace and stability.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“In this very short time, there still remains essential work to be done by UNMISET with the full and unequivocal cooperation of the Timorese themselves. As pointed out by the Secretary-General, some weak and fragile sectors remain, requiring further and more focused attention, mainly in the areas of public administration and law enforcement. My delegation is confident of the progress that UNMISET and the Government of Timor-Leste will make. Brazil believes that, within six months, the minimum threshold of self-sufficiency is likely to be reached. Nonetheless, by the time of UNMISET's departure, the international community and the United Nations in particular will be faced with a challenge that, while perhaps not of large proportions, is certainly extremely relevant.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“It is fair to say that Timor-Leste is already paying back the investment that individual countries and the international community as a whole have made towards its self-determination and independence. The authorities of Timor-Leste and the people are fully committed to a friendly and democratic environment as well as to close and constructive relations with their neighbours. The next step should be Timor-Leste's contribution to regional economic development, as soon as national revenues from oil exploitation start contributing to its own economic development. In the coming six months, the consolidation phase of UNMISET will come to an end. Tomorrow, the Council will hopefully adopt a draft resolution extending UNMISET's mandate for a final six-month period.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“In the last six months, there was further significant evolution in the areas of justice and security, public administration, human rights, civic education and legal and political affairs, among others. At the same time, we wish to acknowledge the invaluable assistance of the international community, and in particular of the United Nations system, which have been trustworthy partners of the people of Timor-Leste. As a sister country of Timor-Leste and a member of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP), Brazil is particularly thankful to neighbouring countries for the support they provide to Timor-Leste in its efforts to build a viable, peaceful and stable country.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“I would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, for introducing the Secretary- General's latest report (S/2004/888) on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) and on Timor-Leste. I also take this opportunity to congratulate him and his team on their contribution to the steady progress that we proudly acknowledge today, particularly regarding institution-building and human resources development in Timor-Leste. The delegation of Brazil is pleased with the good news about recent developments, in particular the overall achievements made by the people and the Government of Timor-Leste.”
2004-11-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5076 (2004) · source
“As President Lula stated in opening the general debate of the fifty-ninth session of the General Assembly only three days ago, "If we wish to eliminate violence, we must address its deep-rooted origins with the same resolve employed against the agents of hatred" (A/59/PV.3). We commend President Obasanjo and his African peers for their commitment to the advancement of the New Partnership for Africa's Development, in particular to the establishment of the conditions for sustainable development by ensuring sustainable peace and security in the whole continent.”
2004-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5043 (2004) · source
“Let us not forget that preventive action and early warning are at the core of regional organizations' assets in dealing with conflicts. There must be innovative ways to work within a logic of conflict avoidance, committing ourselves to eradicating underdevelopment, under-education, poverty and hunger. This growing interrelationship between security and economic and social development means there should be a better coordination among the United Nations bodies, particularly between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council through Article 65 of the Charter.”
2004-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5043 (2004) · source
“The cooperation with the African Union is thriving, and we trust that this Organization and its Member States, individually, will be forthcoming in making resources, technical assistance and logistical support available to the African Union. Partnership is key in making African ownership viable. Brazil highly praises and welcomes the unequivocal determination of the African Union to the resolution of the crisis in Darfur, which we understand as a laudable and timely act of African ownership and leadership. In the Security Council, the Brazilian delegation has made all possible efforts in order to ensure international support for the African Union mission in Darfur as well as to safeguard its ownership and leading role in the search for a solution to the problems in that region.”
2004-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5043 (2004) · source
“We cite the example of Cote d'Ivoire, where the tripartite monitoring mechanism has brought together the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the United Nations in efforts to have the benchmarks that were set up by the Linas- Marcoussis Agreement prevail over conflict. Horizontal cooperation with ECOWAS and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in the Horn of Africa is ever more frequent. These initiatives translate into action the unequivocal determination and the leadership of the African Union in the resolution of crises within its continent. Complementarities between the United Nations and regional organizations ought to be further developed and utilized.”
2004-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5043 (2004) · source
“They may be even more effective since they may be in a better position to detect security threats, they have better knowledge of the root causes of conflict, and they are necessarily more flexible. Since its creation only three years ago, the African Union has proven itself royally capable of leading African countries in their efforts towards peace. We wish to take this opportunity to thank the African Union for cooperating with this Council in bringing troops and observers to Burundi, Somalia and Sudan. Political initiatives to promote governance and stabilization have also been counting on the active support of the African Union.”
2004-09-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5043 (2004) · source