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1. “We welcome the continued engagement of the African Union in our common efforts to bring sustainable peace to Guinea-Bissau. We believe that the country needs such engagement to build democratic governance and to effectively address its key challenges of stability, reconciliation, fighting impunity and combating drug trafficking. In the same vein, we encourage the European Union to continue investing in local capacity-building and social and economic development in fragile and conflict-affected countries. 18 Brazil strongly believes that the interlinkages between peace, security and development must be properly acknowledged as the Security Council discharges its responsibilities. We welcome the EU's participation in and support for the high-level debate that Brazil has proposed on that very important issue, which will be held this Friday.”

   2011-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6477 (2011) · source

2. “We hope that the peace process can soon resume and move forward quickly so that the international community will swiftly achieve our common goal of two States living side by side in peace and stability. Brazil also recognizes the concrete contributions of the European Union to peacebuilding around the world, from the Sudan to Somalia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Haiti. A situation of special interest to Brazil is that of Haiti. We hope that the electoral process can soon be concluded with credibility and full respect for the will of the people, so that Haitians can focus again on the much-needed activities of reconstruction and promoting sustainable development. Another situation of specific interest to Brazil is that of Guinea-Bissau.”

   2011-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6477 (2011) · source

3. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of Brazil. It is a great pleasure for me to again welcome Baroness Ashton to the Security Council. Brazil fully appreciates the valuable contributions that regional organizations can and do make to an enhanced multilateral system with the United Nations as its centre. The High Representative has addressed the many and varied manifestations of a very active and ongoing partnership with the United Nations in areas and activities of common interest. Those range from conflict prevention, conflict resolution, crisis management and humanitarian assistance to peacebuilding and long-term stabilization and development. Brazil appreciates the role that the European Union plays in bringing about a solution to the Israeli- Palestinian issue, which is long overdue.”

   2011-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6477 (2011) · source

4. “Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Baroness Catherine Ashton, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Baroness Ashton.”

   2011-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6477 (2011) · source

5. “There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. I should now like to invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.40 am.”

   2011-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6476 (2011) · source

6. “Members of the Council have before them document S/20ll/20, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I now give the floor to Mr. Meece.”

   2011-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6476 (2011) · source

7. “The situation concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (S/2011/20) The President: Under rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I should like to invite the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to participate in this meeting. Under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I also invite Mr. Roger Meece, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2011-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6476 (2011) · source

8. “As this is the first public meeting of the Council for the month of February, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. Ivan Barbalic', Permanent Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of January 2011. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Barbalic' and his delegation for the great diplomatic skill with which they conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”

   2011-02-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6476 (2011) · source

9. “On the central issue of the judicial mechanisms, we appreciate the Special Adviser's proposal concerning alternatives that could lead to a Somalization of the response. One key aspect of that recommendation, as we see it, is the strengthening of the rule of law in Somalia and the creation of judicial and penal capacities in Puntland and Somaliland. We fully concur with this view. We also believe that the new solutions proposed in Mr. Lang's report are compatible with efforts to improve, in the short term, the solutions currently in place. Although the challenges are considerable and the means to overcome them complex, I reiterate my delegation's active support for fighting impunity in the waters off the coast of Somalia and bringing peace and stability to those waters and, above all, to Somalia itself.”

   2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

10. “Encouraging the private sector to do more in preventing and suppressing acts of piracy, protecting the rights of seafarer victims of piracy and financing the international efforts is also positive. Many shipping companies that have benefited from international efforts to provide security off the coast of Somalia could be further encouraged to comply with the best-management practices agreed on by the industry itself. Seafarers - so far the greatest victims of piracy off the coast of Somalia - should also be better protected, in terms both of prevention and of assistance during and after a hostage situation. The collaboration of the private sector can be equally key to substantiating strong cases against suspected pirates and their instigators, as highlighted in the report.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

11. “Cooperation among the Transitional Federal Government, Somaliland and Puntland in the fight against piracy can also serve as a confidence-building measure to address sensitive political issues in the long run. In this regard, the United Nations Political Office for Somalia, through its regional offices in Hargeysa and Garoowe and its increasing footprint in Mogadishu, could play a fundamental role in supporting the Kampala process and the implementation of Mr. Lang's recommendations concerning the regional administrations. We welcome the recommendations contained in the report regarding prosecution of the instigators of acts of piracy. Such action is necessary to deal with the problem in a meaningful way.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

12. “Regarding prevention, we welcome the attention he has rightly given to the social and economic rehabilitation of Somalia's coastal areas and to illegal fishing and dumping of toxic wastes. Support for job creation, especially for young people, seems key in this regard. At the same time, assistance provided to help Somalia reform its legal framework on anti-piracy and maritime jurisdiction would be most beneficial if it were extended to suppressing illegal fishing and toxic waste dumping in Somali waters. Another cross-cutting aspect of the report is its emphasis on the importance of strengthening and implementing the Kampala process.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

13. “Such cooperation between crime and terrorism, which at the moment seems based on mere mutual convenience at the local level, should be effectively combated before it becomes a true alliance that could destabilize Somalia further. In this regard, it is important that the Council act on the counter-piracy recommendations in a manner consistent with our efforts on Somalia, in particular our decision to authorize the strengthening of the African Union Mission in Somalia and the consideration of the outstanding African Union recommendations. We are pleased that Mr. Lang's report seeks to translate our common comprehensive approach to fighting piracy off the coast of Somalia into concrete recommendations aimed at prevention and suppression.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

14. “The first aspect involves the extensive consultations with numerous stakeholders, which served as a basis for its conclusions and recommendations. The second is the effort to deal with the many facets of the problem, including the socio- economic one. While a thorough assessment of the report's content is still under way, I would like to make a few preliminary comments. The document highlights a sense of urgency in the search for sustainable solutions to the issue of piracy and armed robbery at sea off the coast of Somalia. This urgency is all the more evident when it comes to the political and security situation in Somalia, as indicated by the fact that, according to the report, the insurgency does benefit from piracy.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

15. “I would like to join previous delegations in expressing our appreciation to Special Adviser Jack Lang for his briefing and for his very comprehensive and thoughtful report (S/201l/30). Our appreciation also goes to Assistant Secretary-General Stephen Mathias for his remarks and to Ambassador Elmi Duale, Permanent Representative of Somalia, for his statement. Along with the July 2010 report of the Secretary- General (S/2010/394), Mr. Lang's report provides a solid basis for an in-depth analysis and effective response by the Council to piracy and armed robbery at sea off the coast of Somalia. In particular, Brazil values two aspects of Mr. Lang's report, one methodological and the other substantive.”

    2011-01-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6473 (2011) · source

16. “Finally, as Chair of the Guinea-Bissau configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, Brazil is committed to promoting national ownership, nurturing national capacities, and assisting in the consolidation of national institutions as we move forward in helping Guinea-Bissau to consolidate peace and promote its development.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

17. “That is why one guiding principle for proper assistance with regard to civilian capacities should be to tap into and help build national capacities, thus avoiding the damaging consequences of brain drain and dependency on foreign expertise. Partnerships with Member States, in particular South-South cooperation, are particularly important to achieving that goal. We are confident that the current review of international civilian capacities will submit concrete recommendations to ensure that that principle is translated into practical arrangements.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

18. “Assistance in institution-building is also a task to be undertaken in coordination with international financial institutions and regional and subregional organizations, whose valuable experience and expertise can provide assistance tailored to the specific needs of post-conflict countries. 1l-21268 As has been stressed by previous speakers, national ownership is vital to peacebuilding processes. International support to building and strengthening institutions must be fully aligned with the interests of the countries concerned. That is particularly relevant to the United Nations in those places where United Nations missions are deployed.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

19. “There are a number of ways in which the United Nations system can and does assist societies emerging from conflict in that regard. The development arm of the Organization, the centrepiece of which is the United Nations Development Programme, is indeed expected to have assistance in institution-building as one of its main tasks. Nevertheless, that endeavour is to be undertaken by all parts of the United Nations system, according to their respective responsibilities. In that regard, it is encouraging to see the growing recognition of the need to resort to peacekeepers as early peacebuilders. We seem to be finally discarding the traditional approach, by which peacekeeping and peacebuilding were sequential and unrelated stages in the path towards peace.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

20. “Those institutions are indispensable to promoting poverty reduction, which is a powerful tool for addressing some of the root causes of social strife and building long-lasting peace. Likewise, social policies have a positive impact on the political process, since they empower groups that were once excluded from making decisions to do so at both the local and the national levels. The contribution of women must be continuously emphasized, taking into account two dimensions: on the one hand, their presence in Government institutions and, on the other, the existence of institutions and governmental bodies capable of ensuring their fundamental rights and needs. That is one reason why institution-building must start at the earliest stage of the post-conflict period.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

21. “The strengthening of Government institutions is key to achieving sustainable peace in post-conflict countries. In several parts of the world, the fragility or the lack of institutions makes it difficult to solve or mitigate serious political, social or economic problems, thus increasing the risk of relapse into conflict. We are encouraged to note that a consensus has evolved on the need for a comprehensive approach to peacebuilding and institution-building. The efforts of the international community should be focused not only on supporting institutions in the field of justice and security, as it is also important to enhance the capacity of the institutions in charge of economic revitalization, public administration and the provision of basic services.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

22. “I thank you, Mr. President, for convening this timely open debate. I also take this opportunity to thank the Secretary-General for an excellent presentation. I welcome Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste Mr. Jose' Luis Guterres, and congratulate him on the important strides that his country has made in recent years. We very much appreciate his thoughtful comments on State-building, based on Timor-Leste's own very successful experience. I also thank Ambassador Peter Wittig for his important remarks on peacebuilding. Brazil aligns itself with the statement to be made by Ambassador Jan Grauls on behalf of the five Chairs of the Peacebuilding Commission country-specific configurations. I will now make brief remarks in my national capacity.”

    2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source

23. “That is a positive fact, but one that renders cooperation with Haitian authorities even more urgent in order to overcome existing obstacles to the safe and dignified return of internally displaced persons. It is crucial that the needs of the displaced and the returnees with regard to food, water, sanitation, housing, protection and health be met. In all these areas - elections, recovery, security and humanitarian assistance - the importance of national ownership can hardly be overemphasized. Haiti's future prosperity and peace depend on the strengthening of the national State and national institutions. In all our collective and individual efforts, this imperative must guide our action.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

24. “Regarding the cholera epidemic, Brazil has contributed $2 million to the Pan American Health Organization to enable the procurement of medical supplies and equipment. We have also shipped nearly 2.5 tons of medical and non-medical supplies and sent medical teams to help provide treatment to people affected by cholera and training to local staff. We welcome the Secretary-General's decision to set up an independent panel of experts to look into the cholera outbreak in Haiti. Transparency in all contexts is key to the ability of the United Nations to address security and humanitarian concerns. We are pleased to note the significant decrease in the population living in camps.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

25. “Electing a new President and installing a new Parliament are important, not only to democracy in Haiti, but also to the reconstruction of the country. Recovery is under way, and we commend partners, donors and the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission for their commitment to achieving concrete results sooner rather than later. More is needed, however. Disbursements continue to be insufficient and adequate funding for critical activities, such as cash-for-work programmes, is lacking. Partners will have to step up their support if we are to achieve the Commission's strategic targets in key areas in 2011. Humanitarian assistance also remains a priority while efforts continue to effectively address the political crisis.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

26. “The OAS has been particularly active in its efforts to assist the Haitians throughout the electoral process and, at this moment, with the verification stage. We are confident that the report prepared by its verification mission, which has now been officially submitted to the Provisional Electoral Council, will prove useful in its deliberations regarding the future of the electoral process. The role of MINUSTAH will also remain critical. We commend the Mission's support for the electoral process and its continued engagement with the authorities, particularly the Haitian National Police, to ensure a stable environment in the difficult circumstances that followed the announcement of the preliminary results of the first round. We are confident that the Mission will continue to play its part.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

27. “Equally important, it is up to Haiti itself and its leaders to ensure that the will of the people expressed in the polls is fully respected. It is also incumbent on them to help maintain calm, including by refraining from all acts of provocation or violence, regardless of political developments. It is the collective responsibility of all Haitian political actors to preserve the stability achieved in recent years. The international community has supported Haiti in all these areas and, Brazil believes, is ready to continue to do so. In this regard, we commend the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), the Organization of American States (OAS) and bilateral and multilateral partners for their invaluable contribution, especially at the current stage of the electoral process.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

28. “I thank Under-Secretaries- General Alan Le Roy and Valerie Amos for their comprehensive briefings today. One year after the earthquake and its devastating toll, compounded by the tragic loss of lives to the cholera epidemic, the situation in Haiti continues to be extremely difficult. We are closely following the latest developments in Haiti, in particular those related to the political process and the humanitarian situation. The current political crisis demands a solution that is both legally sound and politically viable, the ultimate goal being the consolidation of democracy, stability and institutions in Haiti. To this end, it is crucial that the electoral process be allowed to run its course in a transparent and effective manner, with full respect for the pertinent legislation.”

    2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source

29. “Before concluding, let me add a few words on Lebanon. We are following closely the situation in that country. We all realize the importance of Lebanon to peace and stability in the Middle East. The international community must come together in support of dialogue and foster the spirit of reconciliation and justice. We urge all political groups in Lebanon to maintain calm, address their differences through dialogue and political negotiations and abide by relevant resolutions of the Security Council. It is time to show their commitment to a viable future as a nation, as well as to the right of their people to live in peace and prosperity.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

30. “The population in Gaza should not have to survive on international assistance or be forced to live amid ruble. The ongoing tensions all too often demonstrate that the collective suffering imposed on Gaza's entire population, apart from being unacceptable, plays a questionable role as part of an effective security strategy. We therefore insist that freedom of movement for people and goods can and should be ensured, while taking into account Israel's legitimate security concerns. Also unacceptable is the launching of rockets and mortars into southern Israel by militants in Gaza. They tend to trigger corresponding Israeli reprisals, in the form of air strikes and punitive incursions, thus perpetuating a cycle of violence and suffering. We continue to condemn all violence and provocation by anyone.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

31. “We welcome the measures taken by Israel to ease the blockade on the Gaza Strip - especially with regard to exports of agricultural products, textiles and other goods - as it will benefit the local economy and generate badly needed jobs and income. We must all continue to work with the Palestinians to turn this overture into new development projects. That is what we are trying to do bilaterally and through the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) initiative, as was just mentioned by the Permanent Representative of South Africa. Last November, the IBSA Forum approved a project for the partial reconstruction of the Red Crescent Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza, with resources allocated from the IBSA Trust Fund. But much remains to be done. As we have said in the past, easing the blockade is no substitute for fully lifting it.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

32. “Brazil's decision is therefore to be taken as a contribution to a fair and balanced settlement between the parties, one that can achieve the international community's common goal of two States living side by side in peace and security within internationally recognized borders. The Council has a key role to play in that effort. Brazil remains ready and willing to consider ideas and initiatives to that end. One of them is the draft resolution on the Israeli settlements in the occupied territories that was put forward yesterday, which has so far been sponsored by more than 120 delegations, including mine. Such a measure would send the right signal to the parties that the Council and the international community stand by fundamental decisions and are serious in their attempt to help ensure the long-term feasibility of the two-State solution.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

33. “There is, however, greater risk and suffering in accepting a state of permanent conflict or tension. The present hour demands nothing less than Statesmanship. We fully concur with the Secretary-General that peace and Palestinian Statehood cannot be delayed further. It was precisely with that in mind - that is, the urgent need for fair and balanced negotiations - that Brazil decided to recognize the State of Palestine based on the 1967 borders. The decision does not represent a loss of faith in a negotiated solution, and it should not be construed as such, much less as an incentive to unilateral moves. To the contrary, we all know that the effective establishment of a functioning Palestinian State cannot come about but through negotiations.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

34. “It is also true, however, that the construction that has taken place in the occupied territories in recent years tends to alter the very demographic and social realities on the ground - including in Jerusalem - and is therefore much more difficult to reverse. Settlement activity must therefore cease immediately and completely. We once again reiterate our call on Israel to heed the unanimous call of the international community in this regard. We continue to support the efforts led by the United States Administration and regional actors to restore the peace process. We call on both parties, in particular Israel, not to miss any opportunity to make strides towards the resumption of substantive and action-oriented negotiations. We know that requires a great deal of political courage, as peacemaking quite often involves high risks.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

35. “I thank Under-Secretary- General Lynn Pascoe for his detailed briefing. I also thank the Permanent Observer of Palestine for his remarks. Since Israel's decision not to renew the settlement moratorium in September 2010, the construction of Israeli settlements in the occupied territories has gained considerable pace. This is not only illegal, but also undermines the peace process, poisons the political environment and potentially exposes Israeli settlers to danger as tensions rise. From a strategic point of View, the greatest danger is that the accelerating pace of construction risks rendering the two-State solution politically very difficult to implement, if not impossible. It is true that, in the past, Israeli populations have been withdrawn from occupied land as part of agreements or unilateral decisions by Israel.”

    2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source

36. “Therefore, no effort should be spared to address the issue effectively and definitively as soon as possible. Holding popular consultations in the Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile states is also imperative. Given the key role played by the United Nations in Sudan, we reiterate our call on all Sudanese parties to fully respect and cooperate with the Organization, in particular its representatives on the ground. In this regard, we condemn in the strongest terms the recent kidnapping of three United Nations Humanitarian Air Service staff members.”

    2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source

37. “Our collective attention now turns to the process of counting the votes, which we hope will proceed in a manner as orderly and effective as the registration and voting, in an environment of calm and transparency. In this phase as in the previous ones, the parties will have a special responsibility to maintain public tranquillity and ensure that the electoral process moves forward as planned. Nowhere is calm needed more right now than in Abyei. We deeply regret the clashes that took place in Abyei between 7 and 9 January. We welcome the fact that Abyei communities have worked together to ease tensions. We appreciate the efforts made by the United Nations Mission in the Sudan and the Sudanese authorities to contain hostilities and avoid escalation. As we know, resolving the question of Abyei is critical to sustainable peace in the Sudan.”

    2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source

38. “We welcome the work of the Secretary-General's Panel on the Referenda in the Sudan and its conclusion that the polling allowed the Sudanese people to freely express their will. Brazil has sent a team of observers to the Sudan. They have reported that the voting proceeded well and that the Sudanese people showed enthusiasm, commitment, patience and determination. We therefore salute, first and foremost, the Sudanese people for this important achievement. Their leaders, as well as the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission and its Bureau, deserve our appreciation for their outstanding work. We are also grateful for the support provided by the United Nations. We commend Mr. Haile Menkerios for his dedication and skilful work, and thank President Mkapa and the members of the Panel for their invaluable contribution.”

    2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source

39. “Allow me to join previous speakers in expressing Brazil's appreciation to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Sudan, Mr. Haile Menkerios, and President Benjamin Mkapa for their briefings today. My delegation is very pleased that the Southern Sudan referendum was carried out peacefully and in a transparent manner. The announcement by the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission that the 60 per cent threshold had been achieved, thus making the referendum legally valid, is also encouraging. Brazil welcomes the indications that the Comprehensive Peace Agreement parties acknowledge that the voting process was fair and their assurances that they will accept and implement the results.”

    2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source

40. “Brazil recently contributed $1 million to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in support of programmes to fight sexual violence and facilitate victims' access to justice and compensation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Dealing with sexual violence requires different parts of the United Nations system to act on many fronts. Today we have made progress in that direction and concluded, on a very high note, a remarkable effort that we began his year to provide an effective response by the Security Council to the scourge of sexual violence. There is certainly more to be done, but we now have the tools and a clear road map to make further progress in the future.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

41. “The adoption of resolution 1960 (2010) today, which Brazil is pleased to have co-sponsored, sends a clear message that the Council is ready to continue to fight impunity by focusing on parties that engage in conflict-related sexual violence. It has strengthened the tools and arrangements available to the Council and to the United Nations as a whole. It is a significant and concrete step towards ensuring accountability, thus contributing to a decrease in the incidence of the problem. As we focus on bringing perpetrators to justice or to face opprobrium, we cannot shirk our duty to ensure proper support to victims. While this is fundamentally the responsibility of States, there are several ways by which the international community can support national efforts in that regard.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

42. “We are encouraged by the measures being taken by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to mainstream the prevention of sexual violence in peacekeeping missions. Impunity tends to fuel violence. Brazil appreciates and supports the work of Ms. Wallstrom's Office to support national institutions in identifying and prosecuting perpetrators. We also believe that the Team of Experts established by resolution 1888 (2009) can play an important role in helping States to strengthen the rule of law in situations of particular concern. The role of the International Criminal Court becomes key when national jurisdictions are unable or unwilling to exercise their primary responsibility.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

43. “In situations where peacekeeping operations are deployed, the United Nations role in prevention becomes one of particular relevance, as the enhanced resources at its disposal create higher expectations among local populations and in international public opinion. In order to live up to such expectations, we must ensure that the prevention of sexual violence is truly made a mission-wide endeavour that involves not only troops and police but all mission components. Recent events have shown that contacts with local populations are critical to ensuring protection. The role of civil affairs and public information components is therefore key. They should have the necessary resources - especially guidance and trained personnel - to be able to help avoid outrageous violence such as that witnessed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

44. “In other words, the Council is called upon to help to translate our sorrow and outrage at such horrific violence into practical action capable of bringing about real change. To that end, we need an integrated approach that combines prevention, combating impunity and providing support to victims. Support to national awareness-raising activities and information campaigns that seek to break taboos and misperceptions around the issue are particularly important to preventive efforts. For example, as the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/604) highlights, the myth that rape is an inevitable by-product of war is persistent and dangerously self-fulfilling. The stigma and silence that already hamper addressing sexual violence in peacetime can never be allowed to prevail, especially when such violence becomes a tactic of war.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

45. “I would like to express our appreciation to you, Madam President, for convening this debate on such an important issue. I also thank the Secretary-General for his remarks and for his comprehensive and candid report on sexual violence in armed conflict (S/2010/604). We are grateful to Special Representative Ms. Margot Wallstrom for her presentation and for her work. Our appreciation also goes to Under-Secretary- General Alain Le Roy and Military Adviser Lieutenant General Babacar Gaye for their statements. When the Council takes up issues such as sexual violence, the challenge is how to address in political, and even operational, terms an issue that is deeply moral in nature.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source

46. “As this is probably the last time the Council will meet in the presence of the CPA parties before the referendum, I hope those central messages will be heeded and fully taken into account when they make decisions in the next weeks that will shape the future of Sudan and the subregion. We are confident that they fully understand their important responsibility and are willing and able to play their historic role as peacemakers.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6452 (2010) · source

47. “We call on the parties to show maximum flexibility and statesmanship in addressing the issue. Ensuring the safety and respecting the rights of minorities in the North and the South is of utmost importance. The people of Sudan have the right to safety and peace. Lastly, the parties will need patience and courage to successfully negotiate a number of key post- referendum arrangements. In all those demanding tasks, the United Nations role is an important one. We hope that all Sudanese parties will continue to cooperate with this Organization. The partnership between the United Nations and the African Union (AU) is also crucial. We reiterate our support for the work of the AU High- Level Implementation Panel.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6452 (2010) · source

48. “Also to be lamented are the continued hostilities between other parties, as well as restrictions to humanitarian access. Those and other concerns must be urgently and properly addressed by the parties, so that the referenda can take place in an atmosphere where there is at least a minimum level of political and security stability. We are confident that the Sudanese leadership will rise to the challenge of navigating the difficult waters of the coming weeks and bringing Sudan safely ashore. That requires, first and foremost, that all possible measures be taken to hold a timely, free and fair referendum in Southern Sudan and implement its results. That is the foundation for sustainable peace in Sudan and is therefore indispensable. Also key is to find a peaceful solution for Abyei.”

    2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6452 (2010) · source

49. “Statements and efforts have been made and are being made by both sides to prevent the use of force to settle disputes between them, including an agreement to employ Joint Integrated Units in the protection of oil fields. Although slow, negotiations on post-referendum issues are progressing, and the CPA parties seem to remain engaged in them. However, there remain important concerns, such as insufficient funding for the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission, the recent instability in the north of Bahr el Ghazal and the mounting tensions in Abyei. In Darfur, there are also reasons for concern. It is worrisome, for instance, that the Darfur Peace Agreement has been further eroded with the resumption of hostilities between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Sudan Liberation Army/Mini Minawi.”

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50. “I warmly welcome President Benjamin Mkapa and thank him for today's briefing and for his important work at the head of the Secretary- General's Panel on the Referenda in the Sudan. I ask him to kindly convey our appreciation to his fellow panellists as well. I note with appreciation the statements made by Minister Mutrif Siddiq and Mr. Pagan Amum and extend my thanks to Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy for his detailed and comprehensive briefing. We welcome the recent positive developments in the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) The voter registration for the Southern Sudan referendum has been completed in a peaceful manner and seems to have reached a substantial portion of Southern Sudanese voters.”

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