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1. “European Union member States contribute military and civilian police personnel, and - along with the European Commission - they provide personnel for financial, logistical, technical and political support for most African peace operations, mediation and peace processes. In that context, the European Union also welcomes the efforts of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to work closely with all relevant actors in Africa at the regional, subregional and national levels, in particular for the enhancement of the capabilities of troop contributors and in capacity-building for regional and subregional organizations.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

2. “We also firmly support close interaction and cooperation with the Security Council in facing those problems. Such cooperation requires an assessment of needs, information-sharing and coordination. We welcome an active role for the United Nations, specifically in the areas of information- sharing, promoting transparency, mobilizing support and stimulating contacts between recipients and donors of assistance in various areas such as training, equipment and logistics. The European Union, within the context of the European Security and Defence Policy (ESDP), its member States and the European Commission play an active role in supporting and strengthening United Nations peacekeeping and peace-building activities around the world.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

3. “The European Union believes that a comprehensive peace-building strategy must involve all the relevant actors in those fields and should take into account the specific circumstances of each conflict situation. The European Union believes that non- governmental organizations and civil society play important and complementary roles in consolidating peace, in promoting reconciliation and in strengthening democratic institutions. We believe that strong democratic institutions can help societies reduce the likelihood of resorting to violence. The European Union has been constant in recognizing the important role that regional organizations can play in post-conflict situations, in particular by building institutional mechanisms that will deal with conflicts in a more structured and more coherent way.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

4. “The European Union believes that this quest for peace also requires a comprehensive, concerted and determined approach to address the root causes of conflicts, including the economic, social, political, cultural and humanitarian problems that are often associated with them. In that respect, effective peace- building requires action - both long-term and short- term - that aims at addressing areas such as sustainable development, good governance, the eradication of poverty and inequality, the promotion of democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law. Economic rehabilitation and reconstruction, in particular, constitute important elements in the long- term development of post-conflict societies and in the maintenance of lasting peace; international assistance also plays an important role in that regard.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

5. “The European Union wishes to reaffirm that the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security rests with the Security Council and that the United Nations has a central role to play in the peace-building process in order to achieve stability and legitimacy in post-conflict State- building, utilizing its unique capacity and experience. Peacemaking, peacekeeping and peace-building are often closely interrelated. That interrelationship requires a comprehensive approach in order to preserve the results achieved and to prevent the re-emergence of conflicts.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

6. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia, and the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey, declare that they align themselves with this statement. Please accept my warm congratulations, Mr. President, on your initiative to hold this meeting. The quest for peace being a constant - if often elusive - goal, the international community has constantly been investing in formulating ways and advancing mechanisms to achieve long-lasting peace and security.”

   2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source

7. “This political as well as financial support should maintain the momentum for return and ensure its sustainability. No initiative will be effective and no effort will bear results if the region does not rid itself of the dual scourge of extremism and organized crime - two phenomena closely interconnected and feeding each other, while at the same time undermining all serious attempts by the local institutions and the international community to lay the foundations of and build stable, prosperous and peaceful societies with freedom and justice for all. The European Union firmly believes that no effort should be spared and no stone left unturned until this double-edged menace is addressed and eradicated. Only then will our aims be achieved and the region become a better place for all its people.”

   2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

8. “Achieving genuine and sustainable reintegration of minority returnees should be assessed as an indicator of political and democratic maturity. It is encouraging that national and international perceptions regarding displacement issues, apart from a purely humanitarian approach, also include a broader development and social and economic perspective. Therefore, efforts should focus on the sustainability of return and on ensuring the inclusion of the displaced and returnees in the process of political action, social reintegration and economic recovery. Political will, at the central and municipal level, is a prerequisite for further progress. Essential also to the success of the return process is the active support of the donor States and the participation of the international organizations.”

   2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

9. “The process of transfer of competencies to the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government, as set out in chapter 5 of the Constitutional Framework, in full compliance with the provisions of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and taking into account the capacity of these institutions to assume additional responsibilities, will promote general and local democratization as well as raise awareness of individual and communal responsibilities. Building effective, transparent and accountable institutions for the benefit of all the communities, while at the same time adhering to the obligations stemming from Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and the Constitutional Framework and not prejudging the final status, should be the goal of our actions.”

   2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

10. “The Serbian and Albanian people, despite the conflicts of the past, must learn to live together, achieve reconciliation and make an effort to create and sustain conditions for the implementation of the principles of true democracy, diversity and tolerance. The European Union attributes particular importance to a dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina on practical issues of mutual interest further to, and on the basis of, the Common Document. Political stability in Kosovo requires the formation of stable institutions. The establishment and strengthening of local democracy is a precondition in this regard.”

    2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

11. “Full democratization requires the support of the international community and of all the political forces in Kosovo, along with Belgrade's full cooperation. Our principles should be unambiguous in order to build a multi-ethnic and multicultural society in Kosovo, with full respect for Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) and the Constitutional Framework. The "standards before status" policy provides the framework for achieving these objectives. The European Union fully supports the work of the Special Representative and of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) in carrying out the mandate entrusting to them by the Security Council.”

    2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

12. “The European Union would like to reiterate its main policies, that is, the consolidation of peace and the promotion of stability, democracy and the rule of law, as well as respect for human rights and minority rights. The full implementation of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), the peaceful resolution of conflicts and regional cooperation are principles of the highest importance for the area. Terrorism and violence - be it ethnically, politically or criminally motivated - will not be tolerated and should be unequivocally condemned. We fully support Special Representative of the Secretary- General Steiner's Administrative Order proscribing the Albanian National Army (ANA) as a terrorist organization.”

    2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

13. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia, as well as the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries members of the European Economic Area Iceland and Liechtenstein, declare that they align themselves with this statement. We would like to thank Assistant Secretary- General Annabi for his briefing, which, together with the comprehensive report of the Secretary-General, provides us with an update on the situation as it has recently been shaping up in Kosovo. The international community has made progress towards stabilizing Kosovo and enabling its inhabitants to chart a course for their future.”

    2003-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4742 (2003) · source

14. “Finally, the European Union is fully committed to actively and closely cooperating with the United Nations towards the common goal of combating terrorism.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

15. “The European Union also recognizes the role of the Terrorism Prevention Branch of the Centre for International Crime Prevention in strengthening the capabilities of the United Nations in the prevention of terrorism and in offering advice on the implementation of both the pertinent Security Council resolutions and the United Nations legal instruments against terrorism. In addition, in order to reduce the risk posed should certain terrorist groups gain access to weapons of mass destruction, radioactive materials and means of delivery, the European Union has taken concrete measures in the field of strengthening the relevant multilateral instruments on disarmament, arms control and proliferation; improving export controls; strengthening disarmament cooperation; and enhancing political dialogue with third states.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

16. “The European Union believes that possible links between terrorism and organized crime and drug trafficking merit close attention. An EU Council Decision has been adopted recently to counter these problems by placing specific emphasis on simultaneous investigation. A joint Commission-EU Council civil protection programme has been established to improve cooperation in the European Union for preventing and limiting the consequences of chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear terrorist threats.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

17. “In addition, the EU has taken various steps to provide technical assistance to third countries in their efforts to implement resolution 1373 (2001). New projects have been developed, specifically designed to help selected countries to fulfil their obligations under the resolution. Moreover, the European Union has adopted measures in the field of police and judicial cooperation in order to combat terrorism. The Framework Decision on combating terrorism will provide member States with a common definition of terrorist acts and terrorist groups. Likewise, the European Arrest Warrant provides for simplified surrender procedures between judicial authorities of member States, based upon the principle of mutual recognition ofjudicial decisions.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

18. “In particular, the European Union has strengthened its internal procedures so as to prevent terrorist groups from obtaining or deviating funds that are directed towards charitable purposes. Furthermore, the EU attaches great importance to international and regional cooperation in the fight against terrorism. It has signed bilateral agreements and developed cooperation mechanisms with third countries. Anti-terrorism clauses are being included in many EU agreements with third countries. The EU actively supports and participates in the counter- terrorism activities carried out in the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and various United Nations bodies, including the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

19. “At that meeting, the EU submitted a third report, contained in document S/AC.40/2003/SM.1/2, detailing the wide range of legislative and political measures taken in the areas covered by resolution 1373 (2001). The report also indicated that signature and ratification of the 12 United Nations counter-terrorism conventions is a matter of high priority for the EU member States, which are committed to ratification through the adoption of Council Common Position 2001/930/CFSP of 27 December 2001. The fight against the financing of terrorism continues to be a priority for the European Union. A number of recommendations have been adopted in order to enhance the efforts of the European Union in this field.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

20. “That resolution also underlines the importance of technical and other assistance to States in order to improve their capacity to prevent and fight terrorism. In this respect, it calls on all States to assist each other and invites the CTC to step up its efforts to facilitate the provision of such assistance by developing targets and priorities for global action. Resolution 1456 (2003) stresses the need for closer cooperation between the CTC and regional and subregional organizations in the fight against terrorism. The European Union welcomed the convening of the special meeting of the CTC with international, regional and subregional organizations on 6 March this year.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

21. “Under his guidance and advice, the Committee has found its way to successfully deal with the many challenges it faced and to chart a sure course for the future. At the same time, we extend to his successor, Ambassador Arias of Spain, our best wishes for an accomplished turn at the helm of the Committee. The European Union and its member States have displayed a sincere interest in all endeavours undertaken by the Counter-Terrorism Committee in pursuing the fulfilment of its mandate. We would particularly like to underline the Security Council ministerial meeting on combating terrorism of 20 January 2003, and resolution 1456 (2003) calling on all States to take urgent action to prevent and suppress all active and passive support for terrorism.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

22. “We believe, however, that efforts to combat this scourge must respect human rights and fundamental freedoms, humanitarian law, as well as the rule of law. The European Union and its member States recognize the central role of the United Nations in the fight against terrorism and have been strongly supporting the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC). The European Union wishes to reiterate its appreciation to the Counter-Terrorism Committee for its continued hard work and dedication in achieving universal and full implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and enhancing the counter-terrorist capacities of Member States. We also would like to pay tribute to the Chairman of the CTC, Sir Jeremy Greenstock, for the excellent work he has done.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

23. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia; the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey; and the countries of the European Free Trade Association, members of the European Economic Area - Iceland and Norway - declare that they align themselves with this statement. The European Union unequivocally condemns all acts of terrorism as criminal and unjustifiable, irrespective of their motivation, form and manifestation. The European Union believes that the fight against terrorism requires a global response and national preparedness in order to prevent and suppress terrorist acts.”

    2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734Resumption1 (2003) · source

24. “We will continue to contribute to the further strengthening of the international coalition against terrorism. Finally, we will also intensify work for a comprehensive, coherent and effective multilateral policy of the international community to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

25. “The countries of the region have also a particular responsibility to prevent acts of terrorism. The European Union will continue to work actively towards the reinvigoration of the Middle East peace process through the immediate publication and implementation of the road map as endorsed by the Quartet. We will deepen our dialogue and cooperation in all fields with the Arab and the Islamic worlds. We hope that it will soon be possible to use the considerable opportunities offered by the Barcelona process to good account. We reiterate our commitment to the fundamental role of the United Nations in the international system and to the primary responsibility of the Security Council for the maintenance of international peace and stability.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

26. “We support efforts based on proposals by the Secretary-General to adapt the oil for food programme to changing circumstances so that it can continue to meet the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi people. We want to contribute effectively to conditions allowing all Iraqis to live in freedom, dignity and prosperity under a representative Government that will be at peace with its neighbours and will be an active member of the international community. On the regional front, the European Union expresses solidarity with and stands ready to assist those countries that are faced with problems and risks as a result of the conflict, including possible refugee flows. The European Union will actively engage in supporting regional stability. We call on all countries of the region to refrain from actions that could lead to further instability.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

27. “The European Union is committed to the territorial integrity, sovereignty, political stability and full and effective disarmament of Iraq on all its territory, as well as to respect for the rights of the Iraqi people, including all persons belonging to minorities. The European Union believes that the United Nations must continue to play a central role during and after the current crisis. The United Nations system has a unique capacity and practical experience in coordinating assistance in post-conflict States. The Security Council should give the United Nations a strong mandate for this mission. We urgently need to address the major humanitarian needs that will arise from the conflict. The European Union is committed to be actively involved in this field, in accordance with established principles.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

28. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia, the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey, and the European Free Trade Association country member of the European Economic Area Iceland declare that they align themselves with this statement. With the beginning of the military conflict in Iraq, we are faced with a new situation. Our hope is that the conflict will end with the minimum loss of human life and suffering. At the meeting of the European Council on 20 and 21 March, the European Union heads of State and Government addressed the common challenges we face.”

    2003-03-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726 (2003) · source

29. “The European Union recognizes the international efforts undertaken to solve the crisis; it works closely with its partners in the region to bring home to Saddam Hussain the need for full compliance with resolution 1441 (2002). The European Union is committed to working with all our partners, especially the United States, to deal effectively with the threat of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and for the disarmament of Iraq, for peace and stability in the region and for a decent future for all its people.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

30. “Those factors will remain essential if we are to achieve the full cooperation we seek. In the regional context, the European Union reiterates its firm belief in the need to reinvigorate the peace process in the Middle East and to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. We continue to support the publication and early implementation of the roadmap endorsed by the Quartet. Terror and violence must end. Settlement activity is a major impediment to the reinvigoration of the peace process, and, as such, it must be immediately stopped. Palestinian reforms must be speeded up, and in this respect President Arafat's announcement regarding the appointment of a Prime Minister is a welcome step in the right direction. The unity of the international community is vital in dealing with these problems.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

31. “Baghdad should have no illusions. Iraq has to comply with the demands of the Security Council and seize this last opportunity afforded to it. They have to cooperate immediately, fully, actively and unconditionally with the inspectors, including by providing them with all the additional and specific information on the issues that have been raised in the inspectors' reports. Baghdad alone will be responsible for the consequences if it continues to flout the will of the international community and does not take this last chance. The European Union recognizes that the unity and firmness of the international community, as expressed in the unanimous adoption of resolution 1441 (2002), and the military build-up have been essential in obtaining the return of the inspectors and in the work done so far.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

32. “We want to achieve this disarmament peacefully. It is clear that this is what the people of Europe want. War is not inevitable. Force should be used only as a last resort. We are committed to the United Nations remaining at the centre of the international order. We recognize the central role and the primary responsibility of the Security Council in dealing with the Iraqi disarmament. We pledge our full support to the Council in discharging its responsibilities. The European Union reiterates its full support for the ongoing work of the United Nations inspectors. We appreciate their work and take note of their latest report. They must be given the time and resources that the Security Council believes they need. However, inspections are not an endless process and cannot continue indefinitely in the absence of full Iraqi cooperation.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

33. “The way its unfolding will be handled will have an important impact in the coming decades on world affairs and the system of international relations. In particular, we are determined to deal effectively with the threat of proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The extraordinary meeting of the European Council on 17 February is a testament in this regard. Its conclusions, together with the conclusions of the ministerial meeting of 27 January and the terms of the 4 February public demarche to Iraq, which all remain valid, contain our common positions formulated in order to deal with this grave situation. The European Union's objective remains Iraq's full and effective disarmament of weapons of mass destruction in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 1441 (2002).”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

34. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia, as well as the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey, declare that they align themselves with this statement. As this is the first time we are speaking since you assumed your duties, Sir, I wish to extend to you our warmest congratulations and best wishes for an excellent presidency of the Council. I would also like to congratulate the German delegation on its very good presidency. The European Union, further to its statement of 18 February 2003, wishes to reaffirm its continuing deep concern over the situation in Iraq.”

    2003-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4717Resumption1 (2003) · source

35. “With respect to the latter aspect, on 10 December 2001 the European Union launched a targeted initiative aimed at reducing the risk of non-State actors gaining access to weapons of mass destruction, radioactive materials and means of delivery. That initiative, which was supplemented by a list of concrete implementation measures adopted by European Union foreign ministers on 15 April 2002, encompasses the following four main elements: strengthening the relevant multilateral instruments in the field of disarmament, arms control and non-proliferation; improving export controls; strengthening disarmament cooperation; and enhancing political dialogue with third States.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

36. “The European Union welcomes the convening of the special meeting of the CTC and believes that the meeting will provide a good opportunity for those participating in it to explore the matters that are covered by the declaration of the Security Council of 20 January 2003 (resolution 1456 (2003), annex), as was also requested by the Security Council. The European Union also noted that some proposals were made during the Security Council's ministerial-level meeting dedicated to counter- terrorism held on 20 January in order to strengthen the role of the United Nations in the fight against terrorism. It is the wish of the European Union that follow-up be given to those proposals in the competent organs of the United Nations.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

37. “The Council also requests the CTC, with a view to improving the flow of information on experiences, standards and best practices and to coordinating ongoing activity, to invite all relevant international, regional and subregional organizations to a special meeting on 7 March 2003. The European Union is also of the View that regional, international and subregional organizations play an important role in the fight against terrorism and that closer cooperation with the CTC would enhance their efforts and would contribute to a better implementation by their member States of their obligations in this field.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

38. “The European Union wishes to express its full support for the statement made by the President of the Security Council (S/PRST/2002/38) on behalf of the Council on 17 December 2002, in which the Security Council notes the key role played by international, regional and subregional organizations in supporting Government capacity-strengthening on counter- terrorism and in furthering the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). In the same statement, the Security Council encourages the CTC to build a dialogue with international, regional and subregional organizations in areas covered by resolution 1373 (2001).”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

39. “The European Union is of the view that the 12 United Nations conventions and protocols and their implementation play a pivotal role in the fight against terrorism, and its member States are committed to the ratification and rapid implementation of all those conventions through the adoption of Common Position 930 of the Council of the European Union, of 27 December 2001. The European Union also supports the early conclusion by consensus of negotiations on the draft comprehensive convention on terrorism and the adoption of the draft international convention for the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism, in particular in view of the risk posed by certain terrorist groups that have gained access to weapons of mass destruction.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

40. “The European arrest warrant, which provides for simplified surrender procedures between judicial authorities of member States based upon the principle of mutual recognition of judicial decisions, also covers terrorist offences. The European Union has also developed close cooperation with third countries in the field of counter- terrorism, particularly through an expanded structured dialogue. In that respect, anti-terrorism clauses have been included in the Union's contractual relations with third countries. Close cooperation on these issues has also been established between the European Union and regional bodies.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

41. “The latest report lists the recent legislation adopted by the Union in the areas covered by resolution 1373 (2001), as well as the regulatory measures that provide for the freezing of the funds, financial assets and economic resources of persons, groups and entities involved in terrorism and for the prohibition of the provision of financial services to them. The European Union has also established an executive mechanism to prevent and suppress terrorist financing, through which it develops and reviews, on a regular basis, a common list of persons, groups and entities involved in terrorist acts. In addition, plans are being developed to improve police cooperation and enhance judicial cooperation in member States.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

42. “The criteria applied in the identification of those countries are relevance to the fight against terrorism, significance to European Union foreign policy, technical assistance needs, readiness to cooperate and the existence of European Union comparative advantages. The European Union and its member States are fully committed to the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). The Union has already submitted three reports to the CTC, the first two of which are contained in documents S/2001/1297 and S/2002/928. The latest one was submitted last month with a view to the upcoming special meeting scheduled for 7 March 2003. Those reports detail specific action undertaken to implement resolution 1373 (2001).”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

43. “The European Union also recognizes the role of the Terrorism Prevention Branch of the Centre for International Crime Prevention to strengthen the capabilities of the United Nations in the prevention of terrorism and to offer advice on the implementation of both the pertinent Security Council resolutions and United Nations legal instruments against terrorism. The European Union, for its part, is playing an important role in providing assistance to third countries in their efforts to better implement resolution 1373 (2001). In that respect, it has identified a number of pilot countries for the purpose of launching new assistance projects in the field of counter-terrorism.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

44. “In that connection, the European Union welcomes the declaration annexed to resolution 1456 (2003), which was adopted by the Security Council at its ministerial meeting of 20 January and which reaffirms the severity of the threat posed by terrorist acts and calls on all States to take urgent action to prevent and suppress such acts. The declaration also calls upon the Counter-Terrorism Committee to intensify its efforts to promote the implementation by Member States of all aspects of resolution 1373 (2001).”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

45. “That dialogue also allows the Committee to identify the need for technical assistance to those States and to communicate to donor States the needs for such assistance. As Sir Jeremy Greenstock pointed out at the Security Council ministerial meeting of 20 January, the majority of Member States throughout the world have begun to respond to the challenge laid down in resolution 1373 (2001). The European Union would like to urge Member States that have not yet submitted a report to the CTC to fulfil their obligation within the allocated time frame.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

46. “The Committee represents a milestone in the fight against terrorism, as it provides the Security Council with an effective follow-up mechanism to thoroughly monitor the universal implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). We would also like to pay tribute to the Chairman of the CTC, Sir Jeremy Greenstock, for the excellent job he has done. Under his guidance and advice the Committee has found its way to successfully deal with the many challenges it has faced and to chart a sure course for the future. The European Union supports the confidential dialogue that the Committee has established with interested States, as well as the advice and guidance that it offers them with a View to implementing resolution 1373 (2001).”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

47. “The Union believes, however, that the fight against this scourge must be carried out in accordance with the rule of law and international law, including human rights law and, in the case of an armed conflict, humanitarian law. The European Union recognizes the central role of the United Nations in this respect and remains committed to support the Organization in its endeavours in this field. Universal implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) and other Security Council resolutions on counter-terrorism is a matter of continuing priority and urgency to the Union and to its member States. The European Union wishes to congratulate the CTC on carrying out its work with determination, dedication and transparency, and to offer to it its full support and cooperation.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

48. “Terrorism constitutes an acute threat to internal and external security, to peaceful relations between States and to the development and functioning of democratic institutions and principles. The European Union categorically condemns all acts of terrorism as criminal and unjustifiable, irrespective of their motivation, form and manifestation, and firmly believes that those who perpetrate, organize and sponsor terrorist acts must be brought to justice and duly punished. The horrific terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 made it clear that terrorism is a global challenge and that the fight against it requires concerted global action. The fight against terrorism has been, and continues to be, a top priority for the European Union and its member States.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

49. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. The acceding countries Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia, the associated countries Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey, and the European Free Trade Association member of the European Economic Area Norway have aligned themselves with this statement. The European Union welcomes this new opportunity to hold an open debate on the issue of terrorism and to review the important task undertaken by the Security Council's Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC). The crime of terrorism is one of the most serious common challenges facing the international community today.”

    2003-02-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4710 (2003) · source

50. “The unity of the international community is vital in dealing with these problems. The European Union is committed to working with all our partners, especially the United States, for the disarmament of Iraq, for peace and stability in the region and for a decent future for all its people.”

    2003-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4709 (2003) · source