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  1. “A conflict resources facility will shortly be developed within the new EU Stability Instrument so that we can better tackle resources and conflict as a cross-cutting issue. Our goal is to make resources a catalyst for development in commodity-rich countries. We will pursue those aims in close cooperation with the United Nations system and other relevant actors. Therefore, we welcome the draft presidential statement to be adopted today, and we look forward to follow-up on a more coordinated approach by the United Nations and the regional organizations and Governments concerned.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  2. “The EU is also committed to initiatives aimed at improving revenue transparency, such as the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, which receives funding from the European Commission. The endorsement of that initiative by the Security Council and the General Assembly would certainly be very welcome. We have also started integrating provisions aimed at supporting good governance of the mining sector into some of our country programmes, such as that for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Obviously, accountable and transparent natural resource management is also important during the post- conflict phase. Peacekeeping and peacebuilding activities need to take due account of that concern.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  3. “The Governance and Economic Management Assistance Program in Liberia is a good example of how better accountability can contribute to stabilizing a country in a post-conflict situation. We think it has helped the Liberian people, because, with improved oversight, more money remains in the State budget. Obviously, it is not only States that can contribute to improving the proper governance of natural resources; producers, traders and consumers are also key actors. Monitoring and certification schemes such as the Kimberley Process, currently chaired by the European Commission, play an important role in preventing the use of revenue derived from natural resources for conflict purposes.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  4. “As water is becoming a scarce resource sought after by competing users in some parts of the world, an integrated approach to its management can also foster security and stability. The EU Water Initiative contributes to sustainable development and the peaceful use of this essential resource. An important question is: under what circumstances should a natural resource be considered a so-called conflict resource? The Secretariat could possibly provide some guidance in that respect. A common understanding of the issue would certainly help to shape a more coherent approach on the part of the international community. Good governance is key to preventing conflicts over the sharing of revenue derived from natural resources. Therefore, the EU promotes transparency and responsible management of resources.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  5. “Making greater use of past experience, for example, by strengthening the institutional memory within the United Nations Secretariat and the various groups of experts could be one element of improvement. Despite the positive effect of the Kimberley Process on the exploitation of "blood diamonds", we face new risks. The number of oil-producing countries with poor populations is increasing, especially in Africa. Some of those States are extremely fragile, with rebel movements contesting the authority of the Government. Here, the United Nations as a whole, including the Security Council, has an important task: monitoring such situations before a conflict can break out.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  6. “The European Union recognized at an early stage the importance of addressing the exploitation of natural resources as a cause of and factor contributing to conflicts. We welcome the fact that the Security Council has tried to limit the disastrous effects that the improper exploitation of resources can have in conflict- prone situations. Imposing sanctions on commodities such as diamonds and timber helped to end conflicts in Angola, Liberia and Sierra Leone. There is still room for improving the effectiveness of sanctions by coupling them with other measures so that, together, they can better limit the scope of a conflict or even bring an end to it.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  7. “First of all, Mr. Minister, I would like to join others in welcoming your presence at this very important meeting. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). The candidate countries Turkey, Croatia and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and the countries of the Stabilization and Association Process and potential candidates Albania and Montenegro, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, Armenia and Georgia, align themselves with this statement. The theme of today's debate has many aspects: prevention of the conflict, crisis management, sanctions regimes, peacekeeping operations, peacebuilding, governance and cooperation among various actors at the national and international levels. Let me share our perspective and explain some of the activities of the European Union in this field.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

  8. “Early action in the case of simmering conflicts is therefore critical. Timely briefings by the Secretary- General, his Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Emergency Relief Coordinator and other relevant actors are extremely helpful in drawing the attention of the international community to areas where conflicts are prone to erupt. The protection of civilians in armed conflict is a complex task. The EU is fully committed to meeting that challenge. In cooperation with the United Nations, the EU continues its work for the promotion of peace and the prevention of conflict so that, one day in the future, human suffering can end.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  9. “As pointed out in resolution 1674 (2006), mandates have to include provisions regarding the protection of civilians within their zones of operation, the facilitation of the provision of humanitarian access and, finally, the creation of conditions conducive to the voluntary, safe, dignified and sustainable return of refugees and internally displaced persons. The EU strongly supports Under-Secretary-General Holmes's request for Council support in situations in which access to humanitarian work is being denied. We also agree that it might be useful to evaluate the practical effects that the inclusion of language concerning the protection of civilians has actually had on the ground. Thirdly and finally, there must be prevention. Civilian suffering should be prevented in the first place.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  10. “Let me point out three areas of priority for international action. First, there must be worldwide recognition of standards. The EU calls on Member States that have not done so to ratify and support the existing conventions and resolutions forming the legal framework for the protection of civilians and to implement them fully within their national legal systems. The EU also calls upon all Member States to abide by and support all resolutions relating to the protection of civilians. Secondly, there must be clear and sufficiently robust Security Council mandates for peacekeeping operations.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  11. “Ending impunity is essential if a society in conflict or recovering from conflict is to come to terms with past abuses. In 2001, the United Nations adopted a Programme of Action aimed at preventing, combating and eradicating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. The proliferation and misuse of such weapons constitute the primary cause of civilian deaths. Under German chairmanship, the Group of Interested States in Practical Disarmament Measures, in New York, works closely with the United Nations to identify support for States in their endeavours to reduce and control such arms. In 2005, the EU adopted its own strategy to combat their illicit accumulation and trafficking. Finally, we need to continue to strengthen these standards and to ensure their full implementation.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  12. “I would like to take this opportunity to recall the important adoption, in February 2007, of the Paris Commitments and Paris Principles against the illegal recruitment of child soldiers. International humanitarian law urges all parties to allow full, unimpeded access by humanitarian personnel to civilians in need of assistance. Furthermore, all those concerned are encouraged to make available all facilities necessary for the operations of humanitarian United Nations and associated personnel and for promoting the safety, security and freedom of movement of such personnel. The International Criminal Court, international criminal tribunals and special courts, as well as reconciliation commissions, are working to end impunity.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  13. “On 8 June we celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of two Additional Protocols to the Geneva Conventions of 1949 that are essential for strengthening the protection of civilians Also, international human rights law continues to be applicable in times of armed conflict. At the 2005 World Summit, heads of State established the responsibility to protect. The EU welcomes the reaffirmation of that responsibility by the Security Council in subsequent resolutions, including resolution 1674 (2006). Security Council resolution 1612 (2005) establishes an enhanced framework for the protection of children in armed conflict. The EU is currently developing country-specific recommendations for its actions in countries in which children are affected by armed conflict.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  14. “Just recently, UNESCO voiced grave concern over the alarming increase in the number of journalists who lost their lives in Iraq in the last month. Security Council resolution 1738 (2006), on the safety and security of journalists, media professionals and associated personnel, has become even more relevant. Equally disturbing is the number of humanitarian personnel being killed. We strongly condemn the recent killings of two workers of the Lebanon Red Cross, of two Red Cross workers in Sri Lanka, of two United Nations workers in Gaza, of a member of Medecins Sans Frontieres in the Central African Republic, of a member of Caritas International in Darfur and all other killings of humanitarian personnel. International standards for the protection of civilians in armed conflicts are largely in place.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  15. “The illegal recruitment of child soldiers must end. Currently, an estimated 300,000 child soldiers participate in armed conflicts. Recently, we heard alarming reports from Sri Lanka. But there are also some encouraging developments: in the Sudan, the Sudan Liberation Movement signed an agreement on 12 June to begin handing over children associated with its armed groups. Previously, similar agreements led to the release of several hundreds of former child soldiers in Cote d'Ivoire. In the Republic of the Congo, United Nations peacekeepers and the Congolese police launched a six-month law-enforcement campaign to improve the protection of children. The growing number ofjournalists being killed is also extremely disturbing.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  16. “The EU is also pleased that, through contributions made by the European Commission and some of its Member States in their national capacity, further funds have been made available. Overall, the Flash Appeal for $12.7 million has been met. Women, children and other vulnerable groups are especially affected by armed conflict. Sexual exploitation and abuse continue as widespread atrocities affecting millions of victims. It is estimated, for example, that 40 women are raped every day in South Kivu. Such violence is not an inevitable consequence of war, it needs to be prevented. Sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeeping personnel is also unacceptable. The EU welcomes the zero- tolerance policy that has been introduced by the United Nations and has adopted the same in its own European security and defence operations.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  17. “I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU). Armenia, Iceland, Georgia, the former Republic of Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Turkey and Ukraine align themselves with this statement. I would like to thank the President of the Security Council for the opportunity to discuss this important issue. I would also like to extend our appreciation to Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mr. John Holmes, for his very informative briefing. The EU is deeply concerned about the growing number of refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide. Right now, we witness yet again the tragedy in the Middle East. The European Union welcomes the approval by the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund of nearly $6 million to Palestinian refugees who are fleeing the fighting in and around the Nahr El Bared refugee camp.”

    2007-06-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5703 (2007) · source

  18. “We welcome the inclusion of a strong reference to resolution 1325 (2000) as a cross-cutting issue in resolution 1719 (2006) on Burundi, which was adopted this week. In Afghanistan, under the Bonn Agreement and the new constitution, women are taking an active part in the consolidation of peace and in the building of a new political reality, be it in parliament or in the Government, at the national and provincial levels. But much more needs to be done. Germany, as a member of the group Friends of resolution 1325 (2000), will therefore continue to work for equal participation and full involvement by women in the maintenance and promotion of peace and security.”

    2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source

  19. “We strongly support the zero-tolerance policy of the Department for Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and welcome the Department's efforts to effectively fight sexual exploitation and abuse of the most vulnerable by those who have come with a mandate to protect. To that end, I am glad to announce, Germany will finance the Department of Peacekeeping Operations' anti- prostitution campaign by contributing more than $300,000. We hope to formalize that pledge in the coming days. We are confident that that campaign will have a real impact. Finally, I wish to return to my initial assessment. We have witnessed some progress in the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) in the past year. We have seen promising examples of women's involvement in the consolidation of peace in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Burundi.”

    2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source

  20. “Women need justice. A gender-sensitive judicial system will benefit all, not only the victims of sexual violence. Women need safety. Germany has therefore launched various projects aimed at promoting the presence of women in the Afghan police force. And women and women's non-governmental organizations must be active agents in the construction of civil society and democratic institutions. In that context, they can also make valuable contributions to the work of the Peacebuilding Commission. Sexual exploitation and abuse and the solicitation of prostitutes in peacekeeping operations is still an issue. It is extremely unfortunate that, six years after the adoption of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), we have still not come to grips with that issue.”

    2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source

  21. “The international community, national Governments and all actors at all levels must all continue their efforts to make women matter in the building and consolidation of peace. Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) has been a landmark decision to that end. We must continue to strive to achieve its full implementation. It is important to ensure that the special experiences, abilities and needs of women are taken into consideration when designing and developing new instruments, policies and projects in the area of conflict prevention, conflict management and peacebuilding. Therefore, we welcome the call for the new Peacebuilding Commission and the Peacebuilding Support Office to integrate a gender perspective into their work. This must be implemented now - in the field as well as in New York. Let me point out some indispensable elements.”

    2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source

  22. “Germany associates itself with the statement made earlier by the presidency of the European Union and would like to add the following remarks: Peacebuilding and peace consolidation require patience and determination. Without any doubt, they also require the involvement of both men and women. Far too often, however, the full potential of women is not used, or they may even be completely left out of the process. And far too often, women who actively work for peace and reconstruction are discriminated against or even become targets of violence. One month ago, the head of the Department of Women's Affairs of the southern Afghan province of Kandahar was brutally murdered. We must not recede in the face of those obstacles.”

    2006-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5556 (2006) · source

  23. “We therefore welcome the Monitoring Team's intention to review current delisting procedures and to develop proposals for their clarification and transparency. We are convinced that all that will enhance the credibility of the sanctions regime and improve proactive cooperation of States with the Committee. In conclusion, I would like to underline Germany's determination to continue to interact closely with the Committee and with all concerned, with a view to further improving this important instrument for countering terrorism worldwide.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

  24. “Listing and delisting are two sides of the same coin. We are convinced that if an individual's name must be put on the sanctions List on account of his terrorist crimes and links, his name must, following the same logic, be removed from the List if and when he credibly and durably changes his life and firmly rejects all such terrorist actions and affiliations. Such delisting is, on the one hand, an issue of material justice and due process in relation to the individual concerned. It is, at the same time, an issue pertaining to the clarity and correctness of the List itself. Moreover, the prospect of being delisted can be an important incentive for the individual concerned to cooperate with counter-terrorism investigations. That positive potential of the sanctions regime deserves careful consideration.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

  25. “We share the view of the Monitoring Team that the List needs to be constantly completed and updated with the assistance of Member States. The List can only be as good as the data provided by States. Germany has identified a number of individuals for inclusion on the List. In every case, we have provided extensive identification data and well-documented information about their criminal background, including their link to Al Qaeda and the Taliban. The revised guidelines for the Committee's work, which we hope will soon be finalized, are intended to further facilitate close interaction between Member States, the Committee and the Monitoring Team. My final remark concerns delisting. The issue of delisting is of growing importance, in particular as regards justly listed individuals who later turned their backs on terrorism.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

  26. “Let me again express Germany's sincere condolences to all the victims and their families, and to the Governments of Indonesia, Australia and Russia. As all States are targeted by such heinous crimes, all bear a common responsibility to act. The Al Qaeda and Taliban sanctions regime is an essential legal and logistical framework for such action, and it is, in our view, a successful one. Although the amount of assets frozen and the number of targeted individuals stopped at border crossings may be limited, the preventive effect of the measures should not be underestimated. My second point concerns the Consolidated List. Completing and updating the List is essential. The sanctions regime is far from perfect. Its central tool is the Consolidated List.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

  27. “First of all, I would like to thank the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al Qaeda and the Taliban and Associated Individuals and Entities, Ambassador Mufioz, as others have already done, for his comprehensive briefing, for his personal commitment and for his very hard work. We also thank the Monitoring Team for their instructive report. As Germany fully subscribes to the forthcoming statement by the presidency of the European Union, I can limit my intervention to the following three points. First, the sanctions regime needs and deserves the active support of all United Nations Member States. The terrorist threat remains imminent on a global scale, as the most recent attacks in Jakarta and Beslan tragically demonstrated.”

    2004-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5031 (2004) · source

  28. “Given the fact that the mandate of this follow- up Committee does not cover the monitoring of compliance with the arms embargo, it will be up to the Council to supervise the arms embargo against Iraq. For technical reasons but also for reasons of principle, we would have preferred if the mandate of this new sanctions committee had covered all remaining sanctions, for example, including the arms embargo. We therefore believe that it would be advisable to review the mandate of the committee in due course, in accordance with paragraph 3 of this resolution.”

    2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4872 (2003) · source

  29. “The resolution just adopted establishes a follow-up Committee to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 661 (1990), which was terminated on 21 November, according to resolution 1483 (2003). Germany has approved this resolution because we attach great importance to continuity as regards the implementation of sanctions resolutions adopted by the Security Council. We would like to thank the delegation of the United Kingdom for having taken the initiative to create this follow-up mechanism. We agree that the identification of individuals and entities pursuant to paragraph 19 of resolution 1483 (2003) is a task best carried out by a subsidiary organ of the Security Council. The arms embargo against Iraq has been maintained pursuant to paragraph 10 of resolution 1483 (2003).”

    2003-11-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4872 (2003) · source