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Vassilakis

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first: 1994-04-21
most recent: 2006-12-20
sittings or episodes: 111
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“Iraqis were to take their fate and their destiny into their own hands by opting for democracy, peace, stability, unity and prosperity for the benefit of all Iraqis regardless of race, allegiance, sect or tribe - a common goal for a common promising future. So far, that has not materialized. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2006/945) provides us with an overview of the current situation and an outline of new approaches needed at the national, regional and international levels, in order to achieve concrete results on all fronts - security, political, economic and human rights - and to reverse current political and security trends in the country.”
2006-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5583 (2006) · source
“For the two years that Greece has served as a non-permanent member of the Security Council, much of our attention was focused on the political process in the hope that progress and success in that field would have a positive impact on the security situation. We genuinely hope and believe that an all-inclusive and participatory political process will pave the way for national reconciliation and for the consolidation of national understanding based on the institutionalization of a consensus-building national dialogue enshrined in the constitution and supplemented by the Constitutional Review Committee.”
2006-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5583 (2006) · source
“What is important is the fact that hundreds of people are being killed and wounded daily. No matter what label we attach to that, the current reality in Iraq is unacceptable by any standard. The alarming deterioration of the security situation in the country, despite the successful completion of the transitional political process as envisaged in resolution 1546 (2004), begs the question: "What should be done now?" That question needs to be answered not only by the Iraqi Government and by the Government of the United States, which leads the Multinational Force in Iraq, but also by the United Nations, and by the Security Council in particular.”
2006-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5583 (2006) · source
“I wish to thank Ambassador Ashraf Qazi for his lucid and comprehensive briefing on the activities of the United Nations in Iraq and on recent developments in that country. I would also like to thank Ambassador Jackie Wolcott Sanders for her briefing on the activities of the Multinational Force in Iraq. Finally, I would like to thank the Secretary-General for submitting the tenth report (8/2006/945) to the Security Council on the activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI). Both the briefing by Ambassador Qazi and the report of the Secretary-General paint an alarming picture of Iraq. Of course, through the media, we all have the chance to see on a daily basis the carnage that is taking place in Iraq. It is not important to try to find the most appropriate adjective to describe the current situation there.”
2006-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5583 (2006) · source
“5) We fully agree with his remarks and believe that such political will and leadership are needed to bring a war- torn society together around common agenda and steer the delicate balance between promoting national reconciliation and unity, on the one hand, and accountability for war crimes on the other. Much remains to be done both at the international level and in the field of national institution-building and security sector reform. If peace and security are to be lasting, many international and national actors have to work together.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“The creation of secure environments in and around the camps to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance and safeguard humanitarian staff should be clearly spelled out in the mandates of the missions. It is also important that the missions ensure that humanitarian principles are upheld. As Under-Secretary-General Guehenno said some time ago, "however robust United Nations peacekeeping operations military capabilities might be, they alone cannot ensure security in post-conflict environments absent the right political strategy and the political will of the relevant national and international actors." (S/PV.5225, p.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“National judicial institutions should also be in a position to tackle impunity, and local justice systems should be supported. The Security Council should continue to give attention to rule of law issues, which should be incorporated in the mandates of peacekeeping missions. The protection of civilians is a complex and difficult issue, given the many challenges involved. However, it is important that today's peacekeeping missions provide protection against violence for civilians trapped in situations of armed conflict. Peacekeeping missions should be in a position to protect innocent civilians and vulnerable populations against physical violence.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“In that respect we encourage briefings, not only those by the Under-Secretary-General, Mr. Egeland, but also by the High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding her on-the-ground monitoring of serious violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law. Respect for the principles of the rule of law and international humanitarian law and fighting impunity are essential for civilian protection. States and non- State actors have the obligation to respect international humanitarian law, human rights law and refugee law, and perpetrators should be brought to justice. In that respect, the role of the International Criminal Court and its impact on those committing such atrocities could be crucial, and the international community and the States concerned should fully cooperate with the Court and support its difficult task.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Journalists are entitled to the protection afforded to them by the relevant provisions of international humanitarian law. States and non-State actors should respect that law. For that reason we welcome Mr. Egeland's reference to the safety and security of journalists. With that mind, my country, along with France, Denmark, Slovakia and the United Kingdom, will submit to the Security Council a concrete proposal regarding the protection of journalists in armed conflict. Preventing protection crises from becoming entrenched is an important element of civilian protection. Prompt and early action is required to prevent such crises. Systematic reporting to the Security Council is important to facilitate and strengthen decision-making and effective response.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“Deliberate violent attacks against civilians, unchallenged sexual violence against women and girls, recruitment, trafficking and other forms of exploitation of children, new waves of displacement and violence, abuse of displaced persons and refugees and blatant attacks against humanitarian staff cannot be tolerated and must come to a halt. To that one should also add the deliberate attacks against journalists and media staff in situations of armed conflict. The number of casualties among that category of civilians has increased considerably during the past years. Such attacks aim at interfering with the free flow and dissemination of information, which is crucial for the protection of civilians and an important component in every democratic society.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“The resolution also reaffirms the pledge of the world leaders during the World Summit in September last year to protect their own citizens and the citizens of other States if the latter manifestly fail to do so. Today, given the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in many conflict situations, the resolution remains as timely as ever. We believe that this meeting offers a good opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to its full implementation. In his earlier presentation, Mr. Egeland painted a disturbing picture of protection crises around the world where violence has become deeply entrenched despite the many efforts made by the international community to ensure sustained and coordinated international attention during the post-peacekeeping phase. We are gravely concerned about that development.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“I would like to thank Sir, for convening this very important meeting. I would also like to thank the Under-Secretary-General, Mr. Egeland, for his informative briefing. I would like to take this opportunity to express to him our sincere appreciation for his dedication and hard work in addressing all kinds of issues, particularly the suffering of civilians caught in situations of armed conflict. Greece aligns itself with the statement to be made later by the Permanent Representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. Only some months ago the Security Council adopted its latest resolution, 1647 (2006), on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, demonstrating its determination to enhance and improve its response to the protection needs of civilians in armed conflict.”
2006-12-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5577 (2006) · source
“The underpinning of all efforts is the ability to conduct a continuous dialogue with all parties to an armed conflict. In that regard, the role of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UNICEF is commendable and very important. In concluding my remarks, I would like to emphasize once more that we all share responsibility for the loss of innocent lives and the tremendous suffering of children in armed conflict. Therefore, and notwithstanding the challenges and difficulties, we are obliged to work to create a safe, secure and enabling environment for the development of the world's children.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“The Office of the Special Representative, UNICEF, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations should be commended for the crucial role they play in that respect. With regard to post-conflict situations, special attention should be given to ensuring that all disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes include provisions to address the specific needs of children associated with armed groups, such as reunification with their families, medical support, education and vocational training. Protecting children in armed conflict requires hard work and a variety of measures, which presupposes the will and active involvement of national Governments, armed groups and the international community.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“Greece is convinced that the Working Group can assist the Security Council in better evaluating the reports of the monitoring and reporting mechanism and in formulating appropriate actions to protect children affected by armed conflict. I would also like to underline the importance that Greece attaches to fighting impunity by bringing perpetrators to justice. It is the primary responsibility of States to take all necessary relevant measures. In addition, the International Criminal Court can ensure accountability for international crimes committed against children. Another significant issue is that much more has to be done with regard to elaborating and implementing action plans to end the recruitment of child soldiers and to ensure their release by the parties concerned.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“The first major step in that context has been the gradual setting up of a monitoring and reporting mechanism, starting with situations on the Council's agenda. During the initial phase, the mechanism has produced country-specific reports with well- documented and therefore reliable information. Of course, and as indicated in the report of the Secretary- General, its full implementation is a complex issue. We believe, however, that it will eventually serve the purpose of its establishment in an effective way. The recent report of the independent review of the mechanism clearly points in that direction. The second important development was the establishment, in November 2005, of the Working Group of the Security Council on Children and Armed Conflict, chaired by France.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“The fact that these crimes are committed against the most vulnerable groups such as girls, refugees and internally displaced children makes the situation even worse and, by all accounts, intolerable. It is encouraging that the issue remains high on the agenda of the Security Council, which, by adopting six resolutions since 1999, has contributed to the international recognition of the responsibility to protect the human rights of children in armed conflict. In particular, we appreciate the important developments in connection with the implementation of resolution 1612 (2005), which have enabled the Council to undertake a more pragmatic approach to further promoting all related issues at hand.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“In our view, the sixth report on children and armed conflict fully addresses the main issues underlined in Security Council resolution 1612 (2005) and submits specific and well-focused recommendations which deserve our careful consideration and eventual support. In particular, we appreciate that specific information is provided with regard to the recruitment and use of child soldiers, as well as to other grave violations of children's rights. The fact that the report identifies around 40 armed groups in 12 conflict zones as being involved in the recruitment, killing, maiming, abduction, rape, sexual abuse and exploitation of children raises the greatest concerns.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“I would like to thank you, Sir, for organizing today's open debate with regard to the sixth report of the Secretary-General on Children and armed conflict (S/2006/826) and to thank you for taking the time to preside personally over this important meeting. I also wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Coomaraswamy, the Executive Director of UNICEF, Ms. Veneman, and the representative of Save the Children, Mr. Oling Olang, for their comprehensive briefings. Greece fully associates itself with the statement to be delivered later by Finland on behalf of the European Union. However, I would like to make the following remarks.”
2006-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5573 (2006) · source
“The international community, for its part, should continue supporting the efforts of the Government of Lebanon both for the economic recovery of the worn-torn country and for the consolidation of its territorial integrity, unity and political independence. We look forward to receiving the Secretary- General's next report on the implementation of resolution 1701 (2006), and reaffirm our support for his ongoing efforts.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“We note with satisfaction that the overall troop strength of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), when combined with its naval component, has exceeded 9,500 troops. We welcome in particular the fact that Indonesian troops have now joined the other 20 countries contributing troops to UNIFIL. We are following closely events as they unfold in the political sphere and around the national Lebanese dialogue. We note with concern that the consensual atmosphere prevalent before the eruption of hostilities of this summer is being challenged. We urge all concerned to put the interests of the Lebanese people above all else and to avoid antagonistic rhetoric.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“Although there have lately been a lot of questions raised on whether or not the Road Map needs to be re-examined and updated, it seems to us that what is needed is not to reinvent the wheel, but rather to examine ways of making this wheel roll better. In this regard, we welcome the active role and contribution of the Quartet, which would be greatly enhanced by input from the parties themselves and from the countries of the region. We welcome the recent meeting of the Quartet at the envoy level in Cairo on 15 November, and look forward to an early meeting of Quartet principals, which should, in our view, include a meeting with regional partners as well. On Lebanon, we are encouraged by progress made in the implementation of resolution 1701 (2006).”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“However, what is obvious from the events of the past few weeks is that there is no military solution to the problem. While Greece unreservedly condemns all acts of violence and terror, it recognizes, in this regard, Israel's legitimate right to self-defence and its duty and obligation to protect and safeguard its citizens, in accordance with international law and international humanitarian law. Nevertheless, it becomes apparent that violence only begets violence. We share the View expressed by many that the existence of a credible political process must underpin all efforts aimed at stabilizing the situation. The framework of this process is outlined in the Road Map.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“We are very disturbed by and strongly condemn today's assassination of Pierre Gemayel. We call on all parties to show self- restraint and to refrain from actions which could cause a deterioration in the already volatile situation in Lebanon and further destabilize the country. I wish to express our thanks to Under-Secretary- General Gambari for his informative and comprehensive briefing today. Greece fully aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later by the representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. During the past weeks, we have seen an alarming deterioration of the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, and especially in Gaza. Both the Security Council and the General Assembly have examined the tragic events in Beit Hanoun, and I shall not repeat here all that has been said on this issue.”
2006-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5568 (2006) · source
“It is up to all of us to find an appropriate and effective way to fulfil those responsibilities. I wish to reiterate the comments of my Foreign Minister when she addressed the Council in September: we should spare no effort, we should leave no option unexplored and we should exhaust all possibilities in pursuing and, ultimately, in achieving, a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East. Tragedies such as the one in Beit Hanoun make this responsibility painfully apparent. We must urgently seek to examine in depth what options are available to us, what steps we must take in order to put the peace process back on track so that those in the region who genuinely aspire to peace are given a tangible, practical and, not least, credible advantage over those who seek to obstruct all prospects for peace.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564 (2006) · source
“While recognizing Israel's duty to protect its citizens, we nevertheless wish to underline that its actions in this regard must not be disproportionate or contrary to international law, including international humanitarian law and international human rights law. We are all observing the gradual return of the Middle East to a time that we had all hoped had been left behind; we had hoped that the progress that had been made was irreversible. By all accounts, it appears that this is, unfortunately, not the case. Lasting peace in the Middle East seems to be based on the most delicate and fragile of premises, namely, the behaviour of the parties themselves. The respective responsibilities of the parties are clear; so, too, are the respective responsibilities of the international community.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564 (2006) · source
“Greece fully associates itself with the statement to be delivered later by the representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. My statement will therefore be brief. Recent tragic events in the occupied Palestinian territories made today's meeting of the Security Council imperative. Over the past few months, we have witnessed an alarming deterioration in the situation in Gaza and the West Bank. The abhorrent events in Beit Hanoun are the latest in a vicious circle of spiralling violence, which has - as is unfortunately too often the case in these circumstances - cost the lives of many innocent civilians, including women and children.”
2006-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5564 (2006) · source
“Although it requires painful efforts and sacrifices by all sides, it will, in the end, bring about the strengthening of a stable, democratic Bosnia and Herzegovina. One more open issue is that of the decertified police officers. We fully support the High Representative in his efforts to resolve it and hope that progress can be made soon. Keeping an open mind is necessary and must be shown. We hope that, after the recent contacts between the team of the High Representative and the Secretariat, a solution to the issue is close. As I said, keeping an open mind is necessary. It will be good to bring closure to another outstanding question from the past and show that the international community is willing and able to act with fairness and objectivity.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“The pace of economic reform must pick up again and public spending must be curbed; public administration reform must also continue; the issue of education reform is central to all planning for the future of Bosnia and Herzegovina; progress in the unification of the Mostar city administration must resume; and full compliance with the decisions of the Human Rights Chamber must be ensured. Those are but a few main priorities. Perhaps what needs to happen first, though, on the part of the Bosnia and Herzegovina leadership and political establishment is the realization and acknowledgment that the completion of reforms is the only way to achieve the full transformation of the country.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“It is a pity and a waste of time and effort that the combination of that issue, together with the atmosphere of the pre-election campaign, resulted in the slowing down in critical reform areas noted by Mr. Schwarz- Schilling. The Bosnian authorities are, I am sure, fully aware of what needs to be done and how. Police restructuring, the completion of public broadcasting reform and full cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia are just three of the main preconditions for further progress in the negotiations for the Stabilization and Association Agreement. There is, of course, much more.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“The satisfactory conduct of the recent elections is a good sign of the growing maturity of society and institutions. We hope for the formation of a stable Government in the near future. Bosnia and Herzegovina still has some way to go and cannot afford to lose more time. Already, as the High Representative described in detail, the pre-election period weighed substantially against the acceleration of progress. It is regrettable that, after the initial success last March, the lower house of Parliament failed to adopt the package of constitutional reforms. It is even more regrettable that this issue has polarized political life so much, when a new Constitution should bring people together in their effort to build a better country.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“In this, his first report to the Security Council, the High Representative has outlined how he views his mandate and his goals for Bosnia and Herzegovina in the upcoming period, given current conditions and taking into consideration the situation on the ground. He rightfully believes that now is the time to intensify the transformation of the country. He explains his role as one of advising and overseeing as the country assumes ownership and full responsibility, but also as one of advocating on behalf of the citizens concerning their principal priorities. We fully support that new outlook. It is high time that Bosnia and Herzegovina completed its long transformation and dynamically pursued its future within the Euro-Atlantic family. I have a few comments on the High Representative's report and presentation.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“As this is the first time I am taking the floor this month, it is with great pleasure that I wish you, Sir, every success in your duties as President of the Council during the month of November. I must assure you that you have my country's full support. I also wish to thank Ambassador Oshima and his team for last month's excellent stewardship of the Council during difficult moments. I would like to warmly welcome Prime Minister Adnan Terzie and thank him for his intervention. I also would like to welcome once again High Representative Schwarz-Schilling and thank him for his thorough presentation on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Greece fully associates itself with the statement to be made later on by the Permanent Representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union.”
2006-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5563 (2006) · source
“If we allow that to happen, we will be faced with a worst-case scenario, as such a development will only compound and exacerbate existing factional tensions among Palestinian groups and may lead to a complete breakdown of law and order in the Palestinian territories. It is in the interests of all of us, not least the neighbouring States, not to allow this to happen. We expect the Quartet to urgently move forward on the basis of its agreement reached in September, and to meet on a regular basis at the level of both principals and envoys, including with the parties and other regional partners, in order to monitor the developments and actions taken by the parties and to discuss the way ahead.”
2006-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5552 (2006) · source
“While we support the efforts of President Mahmoud Abbas to form a Government of national unity in accordance with his proposed platform for peace, we cannot ignore the fact that the absence of credible political prospects for the realization of the legitimate and recognized aspirations of the Palestinian people for genuine and viable statehood makes his task an extremely difficult one - a task whose outcome is as yet highly uncertain. In this respect, the absence of a credible political process leading to progress in the realization of the two-State solution needs to be addressed as a matter of urgency. The Palestinian Authority and its institutions are on the brink of collapse.”
2006-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5552 (2006) · source
“We look forward to continued encouraging progress in this regard, but at the same time we are extremely concerned about the potential destabilizing effect that the deteriorating situation in the Palestinian territories could have in the region. It is therefore of paramount importance for the international community and, in particular, the Quartet, to remain actively involved and engaged with the parties, to appeal for restraint to be exercised by both sides so as to prevent the situation from spiralling out of control, and to encourage the resumption of dialogue.”
2006-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5552 (2006) · source
“Rhetoric from both sides is becoming increasingly hostile, rather than the opposite, and if we are to take a number of recent statements by high-ranking officials at face value, we seem to be on the brink of another catastrophic escalation of violence. In the context of the very tense, volatile and potentially explosive situation in the Palestinian territories, the international community has invested substantial resources, both human and material, to ensure that stability will prevail in southern Lebanon, through the full implementation of all aspects of resolution 1701 (2006), and that a lasting ceasefire will be secured and consolidated.”
2006-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5552 (2006) · source
“I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this monthly meeting. I would also like to thank Mr. Alvaro de Soto for the informative, comprehensive and updated briefing that he gave us today. Greece fully aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later by the Permanent Representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. At the ministerial-level meeting of the Council held in September, our foreign ministers expressed their commitment to move the peace process forward on the basis of the relevant Security Council resolutions, the agreed terms of reference and the road map. Since then, unfortunately, the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories has been deteriorating at an alarming pace.”
2006-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5552 (2006) · source
“There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1713 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. As this is the last meeting of the month, I should like to express the Greeks delegation's thanks for members' cooperation, which has been productive throughout the month on this matter. The meeting rose at 5 p.m.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5543 (2006) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2006/775, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Slovakia, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. I shall now give the floor to the representative of Qatar, who wishes to make a statement before the voting.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5543 (2006) · source
“In favour: Argentina, China, Congo, Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Japan, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1712 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 4.55 p.m. 06-54355”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5542 (2006) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document 8/2006/743, which contains the twelfth progress report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Mission in Liberia. Members also have before them document S/2006/773, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by Show ofhana's.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5542 (2006) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Liberia, in which he requests to be invited to participate in consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Kawah (Liberia), took a seat at the Council table. The President: The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5542 (2006) · source
“In favour: Argentina, China, Congo, Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Japan, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1711 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 4.50 pm. 06-54349”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5541 (2006) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2006/759, which contains the twenty- second report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Members also have before them document 8/2006/774, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by Show of hands.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5541 (2006) · source
“In favour: Argentina, China, Congo, Denmark, France, Ghana, Greece, Japan, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1710 (2006). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 4.45 p.m. 06-54343”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5540 (2006) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2006/749, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on Ethiopia and Eritrea. Members also have before them document S/2006/776, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by Show ofhands.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5540 (2006) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I should now like to invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.45 am. 06-54337”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5539 (2006) · source
“Members of the Council have before them document S/2006/760, which contains a letter dated 25 September 2006 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting the report of the International Independent Investigation Commission. I now give the floor to Mr. Serge Brammertz, Commissioner of the International Independent Investigation Commission.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5539 (2006) · source
“The President: In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Serge Brammertz, Commissioner of the International Independent Investigation Commission. There being no objection, it is so decided. I invite Mr. Brammertz to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations.”
2006-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5539 (2006) · source