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Verbeke

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first: 2007-01-08
most recent: 2008-05-06
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“The reports of the two Tribunals convincingly set out the efforts made to implement the completion strategies for the Tribunals' work. We all regret the fact that the work of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in the area of trial proceedings must be extended beyond the end of 2008. Nevertheless, it seems that, as compared to the original date, the delay is due to circumstances that are completely beyond the control of the Tribunal and to other unforeseen issues. In that context, we think it is important to recall that Belgium believes that the deadlines for the completion of work established in resolution 1503 (2003) are guidelines that can be extended if there are valid reasons.”
2007-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5796 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): I too would like to thank Presidents Fausto Pocar and Dennis Byron and Prosecutors Carla Del Ponte and Hassan Bubacar J allow for their reports and statements today. Belgium would like to reiterate its ongoing support for the Tribunals in their fight against impunity, their work to restore the rule of law and their contributions to national reconciliation. We believe that support should be especially forceful, at a time when the demand for international criminal justice is unfortunately often neglected, or even relegated to a secondary concern. I should also like to reiterate the tribute I paid to Ms. Del Ponte last June for the determination and Vision with which she carried out her work. I wish similar success to her successor, Serge Brammertz.”
2007-12-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5796 (2007) · source
“While the food situation seems to be improving a bit, major local disparities remain. As emphasized by Mr. Holmes, the needs of the population are significant and additional measures are required to facilitate access to aid, reduce barriers to mobility, increase the number of distribution points, strengthen humanitarian coordination and clarify the rules for registration and movement of NGOs so that they are in a position to work effectively.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“As we know all too well, the deterioration of the security situation will hinder the distribution of humanitarian assistance. We would therefore earnestly request the Sudanese authorities to renew in good faith the moratorium and the Joint Communique between the Government of Sudan and the United Nations on Facilitation of Humanitarian Activities in Darfur, without which, by January 2008, hundreds of agents will be deprived of the necessary authorization to operate. In the same context, Belgium calls on the Government of the Sudan to put an end to the arbitrary expulsions of humanitarian workers and numerous bureaucratic and administrative difficulties concerning the conduct of those operations in general. With respect to Ogaden, the commitment of the Ethiopian authorities should be encouraged.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“Belgium also notes the resurgence of violence on the border with Chad, where fighting between the Government and rebel Chadian movements, which are operating out of Darfur in particular, has violently resumed since the end of November. That is one more element of insecurity in a region where the European- led peacekeeping force, EUFOR, is to be deployed as part of the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT). We call on the Governments of Chad and the Sudan to meet their obligations under the Tripoli and Sirte agreements and, in particular, to put an end to the support of armed movements that destabilize the region. Those hostilities cannot become a new factor complicating the return of refugees.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“Ould Abdallah, to ensure better coordination of international humanitarian assistance in Somalia and to support the recommendation of the Secretary-General to strengthen the United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS). In that regard, while we recognize the scope of the tasks facing UNPOS, we must call for the issue of human rights in Somalia to be dealt with actively, particularly in order to promote the fight against impunity, which itself plays a role in the fight against violence. Regarding the situation in Darfur, I note the statements that special envoys Jan Eliasson and Salim Ahmed Salim made during their visit to Egypt. According to those statements, the overall humanitarian situation remains extremely fragile, while the situation inside the camps is explosive.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“Therefore the announcement on the day before yesterday, by the Transitional Federal Government concerning the closing of land and sea access points for humanitarian assistance in the area of Lower Shabelle and its subsequent retraction yesterday, show the need for better coordination between the Somalian authorities, as well as the usefulness of close contacts between the Government and the United Nations. Even if that situation is resolved in a positive manner, a prompt solution needs to be agreed with the Somalian authorities on the now-disproportionate problem of the perception of rights of passage through checkpoints. In such a context, we can only welcome the efforts of the Secretary-General and his representative, Mr.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“But beyond those fundamental matters, I would also like to speak on a few points that merit our special attention. The information that we have received concerning the security and humanitarian conditions in Somalia, in particular in Mogadishu, is very troubling, and nothing seems to indicate that that trend will be reversed. More than 200,000 people have fled the capital since the end of October, that is, since just over a month ago. Almost 1.5 million people currently require international assistance in the country, as Mr. Holmes said. The gravity of the crisis has prompted dozens of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to launch an appeal to the international community.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): I too would like to thank the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mr. John Holmes, for his visit to East Africa and for presenting to us today a detailed report on his mission. His initiative comes at a time when the humanitarian situation in the region - especially, I think, in Somalia and Darfur - is not only of great concern, but also continues to deteriorate. During the past weeks, and indeed the past few days, a number of viewpoints have been expressed by our Council with respect to developments in those two areas in crisis. It is obvious that the protection of civilian populations, access to humanitarian assistance and good cooperation in those two areas, in particular on the part of the local authorities and all parties to the conflict, remain a priority.”
2007-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5792 (2007) · source
“Finally, I should like to stress that we are also paying close attention to other parts of Prosecutor Moreno-Ocampo's report, particularly its description of the impact of the situation in Chad and the Central African Republic.”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“In the activities of the International Criminal Court related to the Sudan, it is not only the fight against impunity for past crimes that is at stake. The report of Prosecutor Moreno-Ocampo reminds us how worrisome the violence in Darfur is today and that, at this very moment, crimes falling under the Court's jurisdiction are being committed in the region on a large scale and in a systematic and deliberate manner. We shall continue to follow very closely the developments in the situation and the activities of the Office of the Prosecutor in that regard. 9 In Darfur, the search for a comprehensive solution involves a four-pronged approach: political, military, humanitarian and judicial. We regard the elements of such a fourfold approach as complementary.”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“This blatant refusal to cooperate shows great contempt not only for alleged victims of crimes against humanity and war crimes, but also for decisions taken by the Security Council on behalf of the international community. That is why my delegation, like others, is in favour of a clear reminder by the Council of the terms of resolution 1593 (2005) and the obligations set out therein, not only so that justice can be done, but also so that due respect for the Council can be recalled. As the Council recalled in the presidential statement adopted on 24 October 2007 (S/PRST/2007/41), on the situation in the Sudan, "due process must take its course". Clearly, the requirement of justice is a requirement in and of itself, but we are convinced that it is also a factor for peace and stability that is part of a larger process.”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“The question here is not therefore to know if we support the International Criminal Court in general terms. The question concerns respect for a resolution of the Security Council - adopted under Chapter VII of the Charter - which unambiguously stipulates that "the Government of Sudan and all other parties to the conflict in Darfur shall cooperate fully with and provide any necessary assistance to the Court and the Prosecutor". (resolution 1593 (2005), para. 2) From the report before us, it would seem not only that the Government of the Sudan is failing to cooperate with the Prosecutor as required by the Security Council, but also that, since the issuance of arrest warrants by the Court's Pre-Trial Chamber against Mr. Ahmad Harun and Mr. Ali Kushayb, the signs of official support for those two persons have continued.”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“Joseph Kony and other individuals against whom the Court has issued arrest warrants. As regards the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, my delegation is delighted with the excellent cooperation between the authorities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Court which has lead to the transfer of Mr. Thomas Lubanga and Mr. Germain Katanga to The Hague. With regard to the situation in the Central African Republic, which is currently the subject of an inquiry of the Office of the Prosecutor, we are following that situation very carefully. 07-6267 The situation we are discussing this morning, that of Darfur, is different from previous situations mentioned since it was referred to the Prosecutor by this Security Council in resolution 1593 (2005).”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): First of all I wish to thank Prosecutor Moreno-Ocampo for his brieflng, which has moved us and cannot leave us indifferent. I wish to reiterate the importance that Belgium attributes to the key role of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in combating impunity and suppressing crimes of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. My country has had the opportunity on several occasions to express its firm support for the Court, in particular through its Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt during the Security Council debate at the level of heads of State and Government in September, under the French presidency (see S/PV.5749). The Prime Minister expressed very clearly the feeling of horror and revulsion caused by crimes committed in Uganda and called for the immediate arrest of Mr.”
2007-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5789 (2007) · source
“A slight adaptation of the modalities for implementation of the Agreement would make it possible without any doubt to better deal with some of these issues, such as the strengthening the role of the Steering Committee to which Mr. Nqakula has referred. The suggestion of the Secretary-General that the parties work out a road map could also, we believe, contribute to reinvigorating the peace process. Lastly, Belgium is prepared to respond to the invitation of the Facilitator to visit the camps in order to take account of the situation as described by the Minister.”
2007-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5786 (2007) · source
“Like the Secretary-General in his latest report on Burundi, Belgium is also of the opinion that this relaunching of the process needs to be done in a comprehensive political framework that would make it possible to meet certain legitimate concerns, both in the Government and among the FNL. Without challenging the process under way, such a comprehensive framework would make it possible to address issues of a political nature, namely, issues related to security guarantees that have been called for by the FNL and defining the political future of that movement, or the granting of certain high posts to FNL members. To that end, we call upon the leadership of the FNL to renew direct contacts with the Government, in order to address these issues.”
2007-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5786 (2007) · source
“We fear the negative security and humanitarian consequences should there be an extended stalemate. For that, the FNL must immediately resume its place in the Joint Verification and Monitoring Mechanism. The FNL needs to be reinvolved in the peace process. We believe that a military solution is neither possible nor desirable. The solution will be political one; it will not be a military one. We sincerely encourage the Facilitator to robustly continue his efforts that are aimed at relaunching implementation of the Agreement. Belgium expresses its full support for and confidence in him. We need to know how we are to proceed in order to safeguard the Agreement and its implementation mechanisms.”
2007-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5786 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): Mr. President, let me at the outset thank Mr. Charles Nqakula for his briefing on the state of progress in the peace process in Burundi and specifically with respect to implementation of the Comprehensive Ceasefire Agreement with the Forces nationales de liberation (FNL). My delegation believes that it is crucial for the building of peace in Burundi that this Agreement be effectively implemented. Belgium therefore would like to express its full appreciation for the efforts of the Regional Initiative and of the Facilitator that are aimed at reinvigorating the peace process, which, as we know, has been in an impasse for some time. My delegation fears that if the process is not properly concluded, that situation could lead to yet another cycle of tensions and, indeed, violence, in Burundi.”
2007-11-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5786 (2007) · source
“The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court will be reporting to us in a few days on the evolution of his activities regarding the situation in Darfur. We know that his View regarding the cooperation of the Sudanese authorities is harsh and reflects a situation that continues to deteriorate to the point of virtual non-existence, while there have been two arrest warrants issued - in particular against Mr. Ahmad Haroun, who has since been promoted to the post of Minister - and while resolution 1593 (2005) requires that the Sudan fully cooperate with the Court and the Prosecutor. We do not and will not tolerate the continued indifference of the Government of the Sudan to the appeals of the international community in the face of grave violations of international humanitarian law.”
2007-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5784 (2007) · source
“Side by side with the peace negotiations, this hybrid force is the other dimension in the stabilization of Darfur. It is up to the Sudanese authorities to facilitate unconditional implementation, in keeping with resolution 1769 (2007) and the successive appeals made in this respect by the Council. The fact that the Under-Secretary-General has already been obliged to raise the difficult issues that the Council will face in the case of continued non-cooperation by the Government of the Sudan is a matter of grave concern. The Council must, however, assume its responsibilities. Lastly, Belgium would like to restate its commitment to international justice and to the fight against impunity.”
2007-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5784 (2007) · source
“An effective oversight mechanism must also go hand in hand with the laying down of arms. It is up to the parties to commit fully and openly to the quest for a lasting agreement. That is an obligation laid down by our Council; it is not just an option. Belgium calls on the Government of the Sudan and all the rebel movements to become immediately involved in the peace negotiations and to draw into their discussion all components of civil society, including tribal leaders, representatives of displaced persons and women's movements. In this way, the talks will have the broadest possible base and the negotiated agreement will benefit from solid and lasting support. Beyond the developments in the political process, Belgium deplores the major delays that are apparent in deployment of the heavy support package and UNAMID.”
2007-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5784 (2007) · source
“The cycle of violence on the ground compounds the humanitarian situation. To overcome this violence, a political solution to the crisis is necessary. The success of a political agreement is the underpinning of a lasting peace in Sudan, in parallel with a correct implementation of the peace treaty between the North and South Sudan. In seeking to achieve a stable Sudan, we are working for regional stability in East Africa. Belgium notes that the numerous endeavours to carry forward the peace talks in Darfur. Through the Sirte process have not yet been reflected in concrete progress in the quest for a negotiated solution. We are of the View that there is an essential prior condition for the success of negotiations, namely, the strict and immediate cessation of hostilities by all parties.”
2007-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5784 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): I would like to begin by thanking the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, Mr. Jan Eliasson, for his briefing on the Darfur peace talks, and also the Under- Secretary-General, Mr. Jean-Marie Guehenno, for his briefing on the United Nations-African Union Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). The picture is overwhelming. However, in the comments that follow, I will be focusing on only the political aspects. We share the views expressed - an equally worrying analysis - in the most recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2007/653). The security conditions in Darfur continue to deteriorate, while the Government of the Sudan and the rebel movements are finding it extremely difficult to get peace talks under way, despite the tireless efforts of both the United Nations and the African Union.”
2007-11-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5784 (2007) · source
“To that end, on 30 October, we hosted in Brussels a European Regional Conference on Cluster Munitions. The principle statements and the conclusions of the rapporteurs highlighted positive developments in the positions that were expressed, identified certain areas of agreement, and stressed something that I feel to be just as important: specific issues to be addressed with a view to the negotiation of a future treaty. The international momentum of which the Brussels conference was part will, of course, continue in the context of the Oslo process. In conclusion, Belgium believes that the humanitarian dimension of a conflict should be better integrated into the Council's work. We therefore support any effort to provide more systematic consideration of the protection of civilians in armed conflict by the Security Council.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“In the case of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an important contribution to that goal could be made by the mapping exercise currently being carried out by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights with respect to serious human rights violations committed from 1993 to 2003. The use of cluster munitions wreaks unacceptable harm on civilian populations, even after a ceasefire or the cessation of hostilities is declared. Belgium is therefore working for the adoption, following an open and inclusive process, of a legally-binding instrument to ban cluster munitions. Such an instrument, we feel, should entail commitments with respect to the destruction of stockpiles, provide for assistance to victims and include provisions on international cooperation.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“In that context, Belgium welcomes the efforts made by the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and by the recent creation of an internal task force devoted to issues of sexual violence against women in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. More generally, it is crucial to recall and to stress, as does resolution 1674 (2006), States' responsibility to end impunity and to bring to justice the perpetrators of genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and other flagrant violations of international humanitarian law. We have several instruments at our disposal, including the International Criminal Court and mechanisms of transitional justice.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“Last month, during the Security Council's open debate on strengthening the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security, we noted the growing scourge of sexual violence, in particular in situations of armed conflict. The situation that prevails, inter alia, in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is most disturbing, as confirmed by the Secretary-General's report. It is not only the extent of the phenomenon that is shocking, but also the barbarity of such actions and the methods employed. That practice is particularly repugnant when used as a weapon of war. It is clear that the convening of a Security Council debate is not enough to end that scourge. The Council must pay more systematic attention to the phenomenon and address it head on.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“Belgium hopes that the pending issues related to his mandate will soon be resolved. I will focus my statement on a few dimensions of the situation under discussion today: the question of humanitarian access, the scourge of sexual violence as a weapon of war, and the matter of cluster munitions. In conflict zones, access to the people affected is not always guaranteed. Such access is a prerequisite to any humanitarian action, as are the safety of humanitarian and United Nations personnel on the ground. The nature of the obstacles differs from conflict to conflict. In that regard, the speedy identification of those obstacles is critical, as it can help to save lives. We must therefore consider how best to further involve the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“At the United Nations World Summit in the autumn of 2005, we all acknowledged and accepted the principle of the responsibility to protect, which the Secretary-General has just recalled in all of its importance. As we all know, the principle reaffirms States' obligation to protect their own population against such grave crimes as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and ethnic cleansing. If States refuse to accept that responsibility or are unable to fulfil it, it falls to the international community. In that context, the Security Council must assume its role and ensure the implementation of the principles agreed by all Member States. In that respect, we are pleased by the special attention that the Secretary-General has devoted to that problem, as demonstrated in his recent appointment of Mr. Francis Deng.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“Mr. Verbeke (Belgium) (spoke in French): I wish at the outset to thank the Secretary-General for his report and statement, and Under-Secretary-General John Holmes for his very relevant comments on the subject of our debate today. Belgium aligns itself with the statement to be made by our Portuguese colleague on behalf of the European Union. The protection of civilians in armed conflict is a key element of international humanitarian law. The sixth report on the protection of civilians submitted by the Secretary-General reveals the extent of the challenge before us and in that context suggests a series of actions that warrant not only thorough discussion on the part of the Council, but also a strengthened follow-up by the Security Council.”
2007-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5781 (2007) · source
“The Committee is trying its best to make the consolidated list more dynamic, and therefore more credible, but cannot do it alone. Additional input from Member States is indeed essential to have a list that will better reflect the reality on the ground. Greater involvement by Member States would also contribute to more effective implementation of the sanctions measures, which would at the same time strengthen national and regional efforts in the fight against terrorism. In that context, I appeal to all States to increase their support and assistance to the Committee and the Monitoring Team to achieve our common objective, namely, to prevent and counter terrorist acts.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“During the same period the 07-59786 Committee received no applications for exemptions to the travel ban. The Committee has also started an in-depth discussion on how to limit and reduce the number of pending issues. The criminal misuse of the Internet and the involvement of banks and financial institutions in the effective implementation of sanctions have been discussed based on reports prepared by the Monitoring Team. The Committee has requested the Team to make some concrete recommendations that, if approved, could address both issues in a practical way. The Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions regime continues to be a powerful instrument in the fight against terrorism. However, whereas the threat from Al-Qaida and the Taliban remains real, the mechanism to counter that threat has not reached its full potential.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committee also intends to evaluate the first edition of the review pursuant to paragraph 6 (i) of the Committee's guidelines that was concluded last July without any change to the list, as well as to prepare the 2008 edition. In the application of sanctions measures, the Committee is specifically mindful that the Council provided for exemptions, including for humanitarian purposes. Since 1 January 2007, the Committee has received five notifications for humanitarian exemptions under paragraph 1 (a), and 16 requests for extraordinary expenses under paragraph 1 (b) of resolution 1452 (2002). Out of these, no negative decision has been taken by the Committee in respect of five notifications under paragraph 1 (a), and 14 requests under paragraph 1 (b) have been approved.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Since the establishment of the focal point for de-listing last March, pursuant to resolution 1730 (2006), the Committee has received 16 requests through that process - 4 individuals and 12 entities. I am pleased to announce that the Committee today approved the de-listing of one individual and 12 entities associated with him. Although the Committee decided to maintain the names of the three other individuals on the list, the focal point allows petitioners to have a proper consideration of their de-listing requests. It is worth mentioning that one other request has been submitted to the focal point for de-listing but has not yet reached the Committee. This month, the Committee intends to hold a specific discussion on the issue of de-listing procedures in accordance with paragraphs 13 and 14 of resolution 1735 (2006).”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committee has developed a methodology to identify possible cases of non-compliance, to gather additional information if needed and to take action on specific cases. The Committee also agreed to develop specific and general recommendations derived from that empirical analysis on what could be done to prevent the occurrence of such cases, including by identifying the difficulties faced by States in implementing sanctions. The overall objective of that exercise is to improve the effectiveness of the sanctions regime. The Committee intends to forward to the Security Council its findings to that effect, once the discussion in the Committee has been concluded.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committee has started its consideration of the seventh report of the Monitoring Team, which was submitted to the Committee on 30 September 2007 in accordance with resolution 1735 (2006). As was the case with its previous reports, it will soon be transmitted to the Council and become an official document of the United Nations. The report contains a great number of recommendations on how to further improve sanctions implementation. It is the intention of the Committee to report to the Council on its position regarding those recommendations. Pursuant to paragraph 21 of resolution 1735 (2006), the Committee has started its consideration of the identification of possible cases of non-compliance, based on a background paper prepared by the Monitoring Team.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Team has also begun implementing areas of cooperation with international and regional organizations - such as the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the International Air Transport Association and the World Customs Organization - in accordance with paragraph 23 of resolution 1735 (2006). In addition, the Team has expanded cooperation with INTERPOL to improve implementation of sanctions measures, which has resulted in the increase of the issuance of Security Council-INTERPOL special notices for listed individuals, which currently amount to 298. As a next step, the Team and INTERPOL are arranging for the issuance of special notices for listed entities. Finally, the Team has also participated in several conferences and meetings on counter-terrorism-related issues.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“My impression after those visits is that the sanctions regime has contributed less to that than it might have. Pursuant to paragraph 29 of resolution 1735 (2006), I would like to renew the standing invitation to Member States to come to the Committee for more in-depth discussions on sanctions-related issues. Dialogues of that nature are essential for both the Committee and Member States. In that regard, suggestions and experiences accumulated by States can be shared with the Committee, and the Committee can be more proactive and efficient in addressing their implementation challenges. For their part, the experts of the Monitoring Team continue to visit States. Since the last briefing, the Team has visited four Member States.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“I want to thank the authorities of the Visited countries for their cooperation. That kind of interaction is extremely useful for the Committee. It indeed provides a unique opportunity to update Member States directly on the latest developments, but, more importantly, to listen to the suggestions - and, in some cases, also the concerns - of Member States, which are in the front line in implementing the sanctions measures imposed by the Security Council. During both trips I could see that, although the commitment of States is strong and the terrorist threat is deemed to be quite real, States still need a better understanding of the possibilities that the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions regime can offer to assist them in their fight against terrorism.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committee's enhanced website was presented to the broader membership on the occasion of an open briefing I gave on 20 July 2007 to all Member States. The question-and-answer session gave all Member States an opportunity to raise questions and share comments. I would like to continue with that form of engagement with Member States, and I welcome any suggestion with regard to the format and content of such briefings. I intend to hold another such open briefing in December. Another way to interact with Member States is through visits. In accordance with paragraph 30 of resolution 1735 (2006), I have undertaken two trips as Chairman to selected countries. Last July I Visited Ethiopia, Djibouti and Kenya. Two weeks ago I was in Central Asia, where I visited Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“In addition to the PDF and HTML formats, the consolidated list is now available in the XML format, which will enhance and facilitate the incorporation of the list into national watch lists and databases. This will also make it easier for banks and other financial institutions, as well as some international organizations, to incorporate a searchable version into their databases. The list can now be downloaded in the three formats from the Committee's website. As the responsibility to implement the sanctions measures rests on Member States, the Committee continues to explore ways and means to enhance a mutually beneficial dialogue with States. The Committee therefore attaches great importance to its website, ensuring that it contains substantive information for the use of Member States and is as user-friendly as possible.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“In the Al-Qaida section of the list, the names of seven individuals have been added since my last briefing, and improvements have been made to the existing information in 70 out of 350 entries. The Committee has also decided to remove 2 individuals and 12 entities from the Al-Qaida section of the list. I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to the States that have submitted information and to encourage others to do likewise and to come up with new listing requests. The cover sheet, a standard form, provides a useful tool for the 3 submission of such requests. I would also like to thank the Al-Qaida and Taliban Monitoring Team for its tireless efforts aimed at improving the list and to encourage it to continue that work in close collaboration with States.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“As requested by the Council in resolution 1735 (2006), the Committee has paid particular attention to the Taliban section of the list. I am pleased to report that, since my last briefing to the Council, additional identifiers have been introduced to 67 entries in the Taliban section of the list, which means that close to half of the 142 names of the Taliban individuals currently listed have been updated during the past six months. The original script of the names of all Taliban individuals has also been added. Furthermore, for the first time since 2001, the Committee added one individual to the Taliban section of the list. The Committee also removed the last remaining entity from that section.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“Improving the quality of the list can be done in three complementary ways: first, by providing additional identifiers to the existing names to assist Member States in the effective implementation of the sanctions; secondly, by listing individuals and entities that are associated with Al-Qaida, Osama bin Laden and the Taliban; and thirdly, by removing the names of those who no longer meet the listing criteria and of those who are deceased, in accordance with the procedure described in a note verbale dated 25 April 2006. Continued improvement of the quality of the list is carried out on the basis of information provided to the Committee, including through the review pursuant to paragraph 6 (i) of the Committee's guidelines.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“As stressed in my last briefing to the Council (see S/PV.5679), the completeness and accuracy of the 1267 Committee's 07-59786 consolidated list are essential for the effectiveness of the sanctions measures. Over the past six months, the Al-Qaida and Taliban Committee has strived to further improve the quality of the list. I can assure members that that endeavour remains high on the Committee's agenda. It is worth recalling that the list belongs to all States Members of the United Nations and that the Committee therefore relies on their input and assistance to attain that objective.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004), as well as their respective expert groups, remain committed, within their respective mandates, to eliminate terrorism and are convinced that their work contributes to the overall United Nations and international efforts to assist States in fully implementing the respective resolutions.”
2007-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5779 (2007) · source
“The three expert groups are also cooperating within the framework of the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force, established to ensure overall coordination and coherence in the counter-terrorism efforts of the United Nations system, in particular in the context of the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy. The primary responsibility of implementing the obligations under the relevant Security Council resolutions is vested in Member States, and our interaction with them is therefore essential. The efforts of the three Committees can be only as effective as Member States will collectively enable them to be.”
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“We also encourage our experts to work closely together as they develop their relationships with other organizations, including international and other intergovernmental organizations, such as the International Atomic Energy Agency, the International Air Transport Association, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the International Maritime Organization, INTERPOL, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons and the World Customs Organization, as well as regional and subregional organizations, such as the African Union, the Caribbean Community, the European Union, the Organization of American States, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Pacific Islands Forum.”
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“We continue to urge our three expert groups to share information and their analyses, as appropriate, of 07-59786 efforts by Member States to implement their obligations under the relevant Security Council resolutions dealing with counter-terrorism.”
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