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Van Den Berg

lines on the record: 124
first: 2001-06-28
most recent: 2004-12-08
sittings or episodes: 17
sources: un-security-council

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“The assessment of contributions to both ad hoc Tribunals are determined by all and are to be paid by all in full and on time. We have learned that some are in considerable arrears, up to tens of millions of dollars, thus stifling the ongoing work at the Tribunals. Also, the European Union would like to draw attention to the Special Court for Sierra Leone, as well as to the future establishment of the so-called Khmer Rouge tribunals. We support the idea of financing partially those United Nations-sponsored efforts to assess contributions to the extent possible. The European Union would support a request by the Security Council to the Secretary-General to keep the Council informed on progress in taking forward the recommendations set out in the report, and supports the Council's intention to consider this matter again within six months.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“As the Secretary-General pointed out in his report, the Security Council has a particular role to play in this regard, as it is empowered to refer situations to the Court, even in cases where countries are not States parties to the Statute of the Court. The European Union shares the conviction of the Secretary-General that all States Members of the United Nations that have not yet done so should ratify the Rome Statute at the earliest possible opportunity. The European Union notes the report's balanced appraisal of the lessons to be learned from the experience of the ad hoc international criminal tribunals. All these lessons have convinced the European Union even more of the importance of the establishment of the permanent International Criminal Court.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“We also recognize the need to give greater attention to meeting the needs of victims - providing appropriate reparations for harm suffered. The European Union supports the full range of transitional justice mechanisms, as well as international efforts to end impunity for the most serious international crimes. The most significant of these efforts is beyond doubt the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is now fully operational. The great advantage of the ICC compared with its predecessors is that it is readily available when the need arises. The European Union strongly believes that the Court will be an effective tool of the international community to buttress the rule of law and combat impunity.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“Also, the United Nations should never establish or directly participate in a tribunal that can impose capital punishment. The European Union realizes that when the international community is called to intervene in conflict and post-conflict societies, there is no one- size-fits-all formula. Our strategies should take into account national cultures and traditions, as well as local structures and capabilities. We should work towards "locally owned" sustainable post-conflict structures with well-functioning justice systems, through which future disputes can be peacefully settled. The European Union emphasizes the important role that criminal justice has to play in a society's efforts to come to terms with past abuses.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“The rule of law has been identified as one of four main priority fields within civilian aspects of the common European Union Security and Defence Policy. In line with the report of the Secretary-General, the European Union recognizes the need to incorporate gender justice and gender sensitivity in all efforts and activities related to justice and the rule of law, as well as the need to ensure full participation of women. The European Union welcomes the fact that the Secretary-General has listed some norms and standards for international assistance. Peace agreements endorsed by the United Nations, and Security Council resolutions and mandates, should never promise amnesties for genocide, war crimes or crimes against humanity.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“The European Union would also welcome expert meetings on specific parts of the report in order to specify the necessary actions in concrete situations and any initiatives of Member States in this regard. Some, such as Finland, Germany and Jordan, have put forward thoughts on the organizational consequences for the Secretariat. These are also worth studying. The European Union would like to point to the measures set out in paragraph 65 of the report, which include strengthening the capacity of the Secretariat. Adequate resources need to be secured for relevant departments, in particular the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, so as to respond to the increased United Nations involvement in this area. The European Union urges other Member States and international organizations to contribute national expertise and materials.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“In conflict and post-conflict societies, there are additional challenges to the rule of law: at the very moment when the need for justice is greatest, the legal structures necessary to deliver such justice may well be absent, sometimes due to the conflict, at other times when existing structures may have lost much of their credibility. The European Union welcomes the conclusions and recommendations set out in the report of the Secretary-General and expresses its support for the inclusion of justice and rule of law elements in resolutions and mandates. We urge all States to endorse the entire set of recommendations set out in the report. We also strongly urge the United Nations Secretariat to take forward the recommendations in the report.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“The fundamental principles of the rule of law are flouted not only by individuals, armed groups and terrorists, but also by Member States themselves. The European Union thanks the Secretary-General for his excellent and timely report (S/2004/616) and welcomes the vital importance that the Council attaches to work on justice and the rule of law. The European Union is committed to an international order based on the rule of law, with the United Nations at its core. At the international level, all countries need a framework of fair rules and the confidence that others will obey them. The maintenance and promotion of the rule of law is an ever-present imperative.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“Mr. President, I would like to thank you for joining us here in New York and for presiding over this important thematic debate in the Security Council. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and Serbia and Montenegro, and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this declaration. There is no peace without justice, and there is no justice without the rule of law. As the Secretary- General himself put it before the General Assembly in his speech on 21 September, the rule of law is indeed at risk.”
2004-10-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5052Resumption1 (2004) · source
“The European Union emphasizes that the only way to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East is through the resumption of security cooperation and direct negotiations between the parties, as called for in the road map. The European Union also supports the Secretary-General's statement of 3 October. In this context, the European Union reminds Israel of its obligation to ensure full and secure access for humanitarian organizations, including the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).”
2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source
“The European Union fully and unconditionally rejects all forms of terrorism and calls upon the Palestinian Authority to take firm action against the planners and perpetrators of these kinds of atrocities. The European Union deplores the disproportionate nature of the Israeli military actions in the Gaza Strip. Those actions have claimed the lives of innocent civilians, including children, and left many injured. Though Israel has the right to protect its citizens from terrorist attacks, the exercise of that right should take place within the boundaries of international law. The European Union calls upon Israel to fully respect the Fourth Geneva Convention. The European Union calls upon both bodies to exercise maximum restraint with a view to ending the spiral of violence.”
2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement. The European Union is gravely concerned by the ongoing cycle of retaliatory violence in Israel and the occupied territories. The European Union condemns the rocket attack on Sderot of last Wednesday, which resulted in the death of two Israeli children.”
2004-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5049 (2004) · source
“We will ensure that the outcome of the seminar will be shared with both the Security Council's 1267 Committee and the CTC. Let me reiterate the wholehearted support of the European Union to the firm and creative approach of Ambassador Munoz and the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team. The European Union stands ready to fully support the unconditional and unqualified implementation of the sanctions regime. We also look forward to contributing to the ongoing debate on refining and refocusing the sanctions to reflect the changing nature of the threat of Al Qaeda.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“By the same token, we encourage the intention of the Monitoring Team to explore potential areas of cooperation with the Committee established under United Nations Security Council resolution 1540 on prevention of proliferation of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons. Finally, the report recommends that the Committee pursue ways to make the financial measures more effective. It specifically calls on the Committee to look at the role of alternative remittance systems, cash couriers and charitable organizations. The European Union welcomes these recommendations. In this regard, I would like to point out that the Netherlands presidency of the European Union, in close cooperation with Mr. Gijs de Vries, the European Union Counter-Terrorism Coordinator, has organized a seminar on 22 September on this very topic.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“Such respect actually enhances the effectiveness and credibility of the sanctions. While the Monitoring Team is in a unique position to observe States' failure to comply, it lacks the capacity to provide technical assistance. Both the Monitoring Team and the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al Qaeda and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities should continue to strengthen ties with organizations that could facilitate or provide such assistance. I would mention here the Counter- Terrorism Committee (CTC) and its new Executive Directorate, but also regional organizations and other United Nations bodies, including the Terrorism Prevention Branch of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. The European Union stands ready to be a constructive partner in this respect.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“In addition, we must all do our utmost to constantly update information on the individuals and entities already on the List and to transform the List from a static to a dynamic document. In that context, the European Union would also welcome an examination of the current delisting procedures in the light of the general issue of due process. The European Union would like to add its voice to the appeal to all Member States to comply with other aspects of the sanctions. The European Union agrees on the necessity of reports that go beyond mere description of intentions or regulations and that instead provide honest assessments of implementation at the operational level. Respect for the rule of law and fundamental human rights should at all times be an integral part of the implementation.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“We hope the second report will further build on the analysis presented. As stipulated in Security Council resolution 1526 (2004), the Team might want to make concrete recommendations for new measures. The report also offers recommendations for the implementation of the sanctions as they stand today. Indeed, there remains much work to be done and much ground to be gained in order to further increase the impact of the current sanctions. The effectiveness of the sanctions regime is contingent on the quality of the Consolidated List of individuals and entities. States are encouraged to actively contribute to the List, thus making the sanctions more effective and at the same time broadening ownership.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“However, the basics of the sanctions have remained the same, while the basics of Al Qaeda have changed drastically. Consequently, the report suggests a more fundamental refocusing to even better reflect the changed circumstances. To some extent, these are uncharted waters for the Council. It will be a great challenge to design sanctions against an enemy that is so fluid and intangible in appearance. The looser its organization, the more difficult it might be to define Al Qaeda and the threat it poses. However, it is crucial that the Security Council remain on top of this issue, constantly refine its ways to deal with the threat in accordance with international law and provide the world community with clear direction in this battle. Again, the European Union commends the Monitoring Team for raising these issues and stirring up the debate.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“Although the sanctions have been successful, the report rightly concentrates on ways and means to improve their implementation in order to further tighten the net around Al Qaeda. At the analytical level, the report concisely describes the changing nature of the threat. The sanctions were designed to combat a group that was operating from a central base with a strong core leadership, in most instances using conventional weapons. Now Al Qaeda manifests itself through a network of loosely affiliated groups. It operates more or less without a central command, making inventive use of the Internet, combined with unconventional means of delivery. The analysis is not new. Over time, the sanctions have been modified and widened to include groups and individuals from all over the world.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“No matter what the cause, the location or the scale, the European Union condemns any terrorist attack, shares its deep compassion with the victims and remains firmly committed to stay the course in the combat against terrorism. Today, the Security Council is discussing the sanctions against Al Qaeda and the Taliban. The European Union thanks Ambassador Mufioz for his informative briefing and for his excellent ongoing work as Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al Qaeda and the Taliban and associated individuals and entities. The European Union welcomes the first report of the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team (S/2004/679).”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania and Turkey; the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement. Terrorism has many faces and guises; the struggle against terrorism has as many fronts. Almost every day, we hear about new instances of vicious attacks in various parts of the world. In that respect, we would like to express our grief at the loss of life in Jakarta and Beslan.”
2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source
“Afghanistan has made enormous progress in the past years. Many challenges remain to be overcome, and, although several of those may seem daunting, the European Union believes that the people of Afghanistan have the courage and the determination to overcome them. Continued international engagement and support is also crucial, and the European Union will remain committed to a secure, stable, free, prosperous and democratic Afghanistan.”
2004-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5025 (2004) · source
“Similarly, the European Union is also gravely concerned about the deplorable murders and attacks directed against international humanitarian personnel and those working for the reconstruction of Afghanistan. The high levels of insecurity in several areas of Afghanistan are a reminder of the need to provide security during the elections, to rebuild the Afghan army and to intensify the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration process. The commitment and engagement of the Afghan Transitional Authority in this regard is crucial. Counter-narcotics is another important area. The European Union welcomes the recent seizures by the Afghan Special Narcotics Force and urges the Afghan Government and the international community to work together to tackle the problem, which affects almost every area of Afghanistan's development and security.”
2004-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5025 (2004) · source
“It is now important to use the remaining months to ensure that successful preparations continue apace and that all conditions are met for free and fair elections according to the timetable set by the Joint Electoral Management Body. In that context, the European Union wishes to command the Joint Electoral Management Body's tremendous achievement with the registration of nearly all eligible voters in Afghanistan and welcomes the fact that, among those registered voters, 41 per cent are women. The European Union is supporting and assisting the Afghan Government in the preparation of elections, inter alia through financial assistance and the Democracy and Election Support Mission. The European Union condemns the violence against election workers, which has resulted in several casualties.”
2004-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5025 (2004) · source
“Those elections are a key requirement under the Bonn Agreement of December 2001 and represent a new milestone in the process of constructing a democratic, stable and prosperous Afghanistan. Furthermore, the Joint Electoral Management Body has announced that the elections for the lower house of parliament and the local elections will be held in spring 2005. The European Union welcomes the fact that an encouraging number of presidential candidates have put forward their candidacy. This is an important landmark on the path towards democracy. The European Union understands that technical and logistical reasons made it impossible to hold both sets of elections concurrently this autumn.”
2004-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5025 (2004) · source
“At the outset, Mr. President, I extend my sincere condolences, through you, to the Russian people and to the Government of the Russian Federation on the tragic loss of lives in the two air crashes that occurred yesterday. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Croatia, the countries of the stabilization and association process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the European Economic Area align themselves with this statement. The European Union welcomes the decision announced by the Joint Electoral Management Body to hold presidential elections in Afghanistan in October 2004.”
2004-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5025 (2004) · source
“The European Union expected the trials to be conducted according to international standards, to which the Government of Indonesia is itself deeply committed. We hope that the Indonesian Government will do its utmost to ascertain the credibility of the judicial process. In that regard, the European Union intends to support any future action in that regard by all concerned, including the Secretary-General.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“The serious-crimes process - although it is being conducted competently - has not resulted in bringing all perpetrators to justice, given that many of the indicted are still believed to be outside Timor- Leste. The European Union therefore calls on States Members of the United Nations to extend their full cooperation, as called for by the Secretary-General, to ensure that those responsible for serious crimes do not enjoy impunity. This issue is gaining urgency, as, in conformity with the current mandate of UNMISET, the Serious Crimes Unit will be terminated in May 2005. The European Union has noted with concern the recent overturning of convictions by the Ad Hoc Human Rights Tribunal of Indonesia in Jakarta.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“Ending impunity and promoting a culture of accountability and transparency is one of the key tasks of post-independence Timor-Leste. The European Union has always supported all efforts to bring to justice the perpetrators of the serious crimes committed in the then-East Timor in 1999. Several efforts have been made, and, with a view to giving the processes the benefit of the doubt and a chance to observe international standards in the trials of suspected human rights abusers, the European Union has generally refrained from overly explicit public observations so far. However, the European Union now considers the process towards justice and impunity to have gone awry.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“The European Union is aware that all the achievements in Timor-Leste could not have been made at the current pace without the unwavering commitment and support of the United Nations. The European Union would like to reiterate its admiration for the men and women who have contributed to the success of the missions under the able leadership of former Special Representative Kamalesh Sharma and, currently, of Mr. Sukehiro Hasegawa. The European Union is confident that the United Nations will continue to have a pivotal role in strengthening the capacity-building of the Timorese and in the formulation of policy frameworks. Despite the clear successes in most fields and the cautious advances in others, the European Union regrets to state that it still identifies an area of serious concern.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“The European Union therefore commends the people of Timor-Leste for their tremendous achievements, which have given rise to upward social and economic development, increasingly functioning institutions, a consolidating civil administration, a growing legal framework and several branches of security forces, which we hope will succeed in defining their roles and responsibilities and in adhering to a culture of transparency and accountability. Moreover, the European Union congratulates the Governments of Timor-Leste and Indonesia for the record time in which they were able to agree on most of their common border. The European Union encourages both Governments to achieve sustainable cooperation on possible ways to address that sensitive issue, and we hope that an agreement beneficial to both parties will soon be signed.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania and Turkey, the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the European Free Trade Association countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement. Since its recognition as an independent State, on 20 May 2002, Timor-Leste has faced several challenges that, to put it mildly, have not been easy. But the Government of the 191st State Member of the United Nations has had the courage and the determination to rise to those challenges, and several of them have been dealt with effectively.”
2004-08-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5024 (2004) · source
“The European Union looks forward to a renewed momentum for this process and calls on all parties involved to take a rational, non-political approach to the issue of privatization. Let me finalize by stating that the commitment of the European Union to Kosovo is not limited to Pillar IV. We strongly believe that the future of Kosovo is within the European structures. Consequently, the European Union continues to be the largest donor of financial support to Kosovo. It will do its utmost to enable Kosovo to become part of not only the political and economic union that the European Union constitutes, but also of the community of values it stands for.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“In that regard, the European Union welcomes the progress achieved and commends the working group on local government, co-chaired by UNMIK and the Provisional Institutions, for its proposals. Reform of local government and decentralization are important steps towards ensuring sustainable government, the protection of minority communities and better living conditions for all inhabitants in Kosovo. The European Union calls upon all communities and interested parties in Kosovo to fully engage in this important process and to undertake concrete steps to start implementation of the reforms as soon as possible. The European Union is a strong contributor to the economic development and reform efforts in Kosovo. As indicated in the report of the Secretary-General, the third wave of privatization has been launched.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“It is part of the process drafted during the Thessaloniki Summit of June 2003 on the perspectives of inclusion of the western Balkans countries in the European Union. The European Union considers the joint declaration of 14 July to be a step in the right direction and a positive signal of commitment by Kosovo leaders of all origins. As stated earlier, the declaration announced the establishment of a ministry for community matters, human rights and returns. All parties expressed a shared commitment to do their utmost to ensure that sustainable return of internally displaced people can take place. The declaration also supported the current promising efforts on reform of local government.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“Jessen-Petersen, in order to find ways to improve the action of the international community in Kosovo. Meanwhile, there ought to be progress on the standards, not just in reports but also visibly on the ground. As the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Mr. Bernard Bot, stated on behalf of the European Union during his visit to the region two weeks ago, the Union is committed to the full implementation of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and the policy of "standards before status". The standards are aimed at promoting values such as respect for minorities, tolerance, democracy and the rule of law. Their implementation will be key for Kosovo's future. The implementation of standards will be a long-lasting process and will continue after the mid-2005 review.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“The Secretary-General took his responsibility by requesting Ambassador Kai Eide to make a comprehensive review of the policies and practices of all actors in Kosovo. By now, the assessment and analysis of Ambassador Eide have been submitted to the Secretary-General. The European Union believes that the mission of Ambassador Eide was timely, and the sharing of his conclusions will be welcomed. It seems that a broad discussion on the fundamental questions regarding Kosovo and the policies of the international community should be held at the right time. As to the structure of the presence of the international community, the European Union looks forward to working closely with the United Nations and the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“Likewise, we call upon the Kosovo Serbs to be receptive and responsive to overtures made by Kosovo Albanian leaders. In that respect, the lack of involvement of the Kosovo Serbs in the political process is still a cause for concern. Participation in the Provisional Institutions at the political level and in the upcoming elections in October is in the interest of the Kosovo Serbs themselves. They should be strongly encouraged to do so. The European Union believes that resumption of the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina is essential. Now is the time to rise to the challenge. Violence of the kind that occurred in March has to be, and indeed was, condemned. Those responsible for the destruction must be brought to justice. We also have to ask whether enough is being done to prevent a repetition of the events.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“The intention to establish a ministry for community matters, human rights and returns is a promising sign, as is the recent agreement on an anti-discrimination law. While the European Union commends the Kosovo Albanians for these efforts, it also calls upon them to truly undo all consequences of the March riots. Any person living in any part of the world wants to live in a safe environment where he or she does not need to fear the neighbours because they belong to a different group. It is crucial that the people who are still displaced should be able to return to their homes as soon as possible. Efforts to punish those responsible for the violence have been undertaken, but not at all levels and not as vigorously as expected.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“Zoran Loncar, the Minister of Public Administration and Local Self-Governance of Serbia, who represents Serbia and Montenegro. The violent events of mid-March constituted a serious setback for the future of Kosovo and its people. The report before us covers the period subsequent to the events, from 1 April to 15 July 2004. As we take stock of the progress made towards reconciliation and mutual tolerance, the picture that emerges is mixed, but moderately more positive than the violence of March. Kosovo Albanian leaders have indeed reached out to Kosovo minorities. During the last few months, already half of the people that were displaced have returned to their homes and villages. Around a third of the properties damaged have been reconstructed, and the authorities have pledged to rebuild the remainder of the destroyed buildings.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The candidate countries of Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Croatia, and the European Free Trade Association countries of Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement. The European Union would like to welcome the appointment of Mr. Jessen-Petersen as the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Chief of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). We look forward to cooperating closely with him and wish him the best of luck in carrying out his demanding job. The European Union would like to thank the former Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Harri Holkeri, for his commitment to working in challenging circumstances. Finally, I would like to welcome the presence of Mr.”
2004-08-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5017 (2004) · source
“Sir, the European Union is honoured by your presence here today presiding over the Security Council's deliberations today. We also welcome the participation of the Secretary-General and of Mr. Luis Ernesto Delbez, who chaired the high-level of the Security Council on regional organizations last year. The European Union welcomes the Romanian initiative to carry this issue forward focusing on cooperation and stabilization processes. As the Council is aware, Javier Solana, the High Representative for the European Union's Common Foreign and Security Policy, whom it had invited to participate in this meeting, cannot be here today. He has therefore designated Mr. Peter Feith, Deputy Director-General for European Security and Defence Policy of the Council Secretariat to speak on his behalf.”
2004-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5007 (2004) · source
“Finally, allow me to make a pitch for the seminar that the EU presidency is planning to organize on 22 September in Brussels on ways to combat the financing of terrorism. We will concentrate on various issues, such as alternative remittance systems, money laundering and national and regional implementation of Security Council resolution 1373 (2001). We stand ready to inform those interested.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“Direct dialogue and information exchange on the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) as such are also essential and we are convinced that such dialogue and exchange could be enhanced by in-country visits made by the CTC to States with the concerned State's consent. The first such visit by the CTC to a State with its consent, as envisaged in the new work programme, is important to mention in this respect. We commend the fact that the League of Arab States has offered to co-host, jointly with the CTC, the fourth special meeting with international, regional and subregional organizations on the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) in Cairo later this year. A focused and action-oriented dialogue at that event should provide a useful follow-up to the three previous similar meetings.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“More staff should also allow for better assessing the assistance needs of those countries that have the sincere political will to fully implement resolution 1373 (2001) but lack the proper tools to do so. We share the Chairman's View that review and remedy should be more effectively linked. In this context, the European Union would welcome a more proactive role of the CTC in the field of technical assistance. We would welcome more direct dialogue and information exchange with both the States in need of assistance and the donor community, including close dialogue and cooperation with the Counter-Terrorism Action Group of the G-8.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“Particular emphasis is put on ratification without reservation and effective implementation of the relevant international conventions and protocols related to terrorism and preventing the financing of terrorism. Emphasis is also put on addressing other factors that may contribute to the fight against terrorism, such as non-proliferation and arms control. We applaud the new energy the CTC is willing to put into that effort to make the relevant conventions and protocols universal and we look forward to enhancing its results by our own contribution. The CTC objectives in this field are our own. The European Union understands that the CTC is in transition and that this has led to a slow-down in the review of reports. We hope and trust that, with an extended staff of experts, the CTC will be able to accelerate its work.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“The number of 71 States missing deadlines means that more than one third of the membership is lagging behind. We must maintain the universality and the speed of the response which resolution 1373 (2001) requires. We encourage the Committee and its Executive Directorate to enhance their dialogue with member States with a View to approaching our common goal to fully and universally implement resolution 1373 (2001). The European Council is squarely behind those efforts and has appointed an EU counter-terrorism coordinator. Combating terrorism is now fully integrated into the external relations policy of the EU and a key element in the EU political dialogue with other States.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“As the European Union considers respect for human rights and the rule of law to be a fundamental condition for overcoming the scourge of terrorism, we hope to see a human rights expert included in the Executive Directorate. Furthermore, the European Union welcomes the further strengthening of cooperation between the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the Committee established under Security Council resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al Qaeda and the Taliban. We also hope that such a strengthening of cooperation will extend to other parts of the United Nations system involved in counter-terrorism, in particular the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. The European Union supports your call, Sir, to all States that have not submitted their reports on time to do so as soon as possible.”
2004-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5006 (2004) · source
“The Chairman was perfectly right in affirming that transparency should continue to be a hallmark of the work of the Committee. Today's meeting deals with the Committee's work programme for the twelfth 90-day period, which covers the months from July to September 2004. The European Union welcomes this document as part of the process of revitalization of the CTC pursuant to Security Council resolution 1535 (2004). The Executive Director will soon submit the organizational plan for the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate. It is good to learn from the work programme that this will happen through the Secretary-General. That is important to show that the revitalization process should honour the Secretary- General in his role as the chief administrative officer of the Organization.”
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“Furthermore, we are pleased to greet the new Executive Director of the Counter- Terrorism Committee, Ambassador Javier Ruperez. The European Union also thanks Ambassador Arias for his able chairmanship of the CTC during the 13 months of its work. The European Union attaches great importance to these periodic open debates and we are happy that this tradition is being continued under the new leadership and management. The regular open debates help to maintain and strengthen the general acceptance and legitimacy of the CTC within the United Nations family. We are also pleased to note that Ambassador Konuzin has continued the informal briefings for member States, the first of which took place on 2 July. This possibility for direct questions and answers is much appreciated.”
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