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Wan Chat Kwong

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1996-12-11
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1997-06-30
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  1. “My delegation would also join others in renewing the appeal for the continued generous assistance of the international community in the humanitarian, economic and social sectors. Without such assistance, the remarkable accomplishments of the United Nations in bringing peace to Angola could be jeopardized. Finally, my delegation would like to pay a resounding tribute to the women and the men of UNAVEM, who have contributed so much to the securing the peace in this part of Africa. We would like to make a special mention of Maitre Alioune Blondin Beye, whose role and leadership have been decisive.”

    1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source

  2. “That is why my delegation strongly supports the establishment of the observer mission, whose mandate will be precisely to assist the Angolan parties in consolidating peace and national reconciliation, to enhance confidence-building and to create an environment conducive to long-term stability, democratic development and the rehabilitation of the country. My delegation welcomes the role of the observer mission in ensuring that after the end of the mandate of UNAVEM. III, both parties will continue to respect the terms of the peace process. The recent events in the former Zaire show only too well that UNITA has not yet surrendered the bulk of its armaments and has not disbanded all of its armed elements as previously claimed. The vigilance of the Council will therefore have to continue to be exercised.”

    1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source

  3. “Shortly after a fiercely fought electoral campaign preceding my country's independence, the leaders of the rival factions literally joined hands together, with the good offices of a friendly Government whose country is a permanent member of the Security Council. This historic reconciliation was no doubt crucial in helping to establish the necessary firm foundations on which my country's economic development has rested. We firmly believe that the meeting of the two leaders would signal the start of the necessary process of healing the deep psychological and political trauma left by more than 20 years of bitter internal conflict.”

    1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source

  4. “However, much remains to be done, and while peace may have been formally established between the Government and UNITA and while, with some notable exceptions, relative calm seems to have has prevailed in the country so far, peace unfortunately has not yet settled in the minds of all Angolans. While the Government of Unity and National Reconciliation has been formed, unity and reconciliation have yet to rest in the hearts of all Angolans. That is why my delegation strongly supports the appeal made by the Secretary-General and by other speakers before me for Mr. Savimbi to meet President Dos Santos at the earliest possible opportunity on Angolan soil. The importance of such a meeting for the consolidation of the peace process cannot be sufficiently stressed. The experience of my own country is quite illustrative in this respect.”

    1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source

  5. “I would like at the outset, Sir, to convey to you the congratulations of my delegation on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month, along with our appreciation for the excellent manner in which its work has been conducted so far. I would also like to thank your predecessor for his exemplary leadership during the month of May. Today we shall witness another milestone in the peace process in Angola. The end of the mandate of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) and the establishment by the Council of the new follow-on United Nations observer mission in Angola (MONUA) signal a new turn in the sometimes troubled history of the implementation of the Lusaka accords. My delegation welcomes the report of the Secretary- General and thanks him for his valuable contribution to the peace process.”

    1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source

  6. “The tasks enumerated in the Secretary-General's report are daunting, including such challenges as the demobilization of tens of thousands of troops and their reintegration into civilian society, the rehabilitation of rural communities and assistance to large numbers of refugees, displaced persons and ex-soldiers in resettlement areas. My delegation earnestly hopes that the donor community will respond generously to the appeal for continued assistance, in accordance with the pledges made at the 1995 Brussels Round Table Conference. Finally, my delegation would like to pay a warm tribute to Mr. Alioune Blondin Beye for his dedication and tireless efforts in the peace process. I would like to associate this homage to all the members - military, police and civilian components - of UNAVEM.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

  7. “While my delegation welcomes the adoption a few moments ago of the resolution by the Council, my delegation holds the view that the Council should perhaps, at some point, seriously consider applying some of the measures against UNITA envisaged in its resolution 1075 (1996), notwithstanding UNITA's declaration today - which needs to be verified - to the effect that it has quartered all its troops and surrendered all the weapons and military equipment in its possession. True, UNITA has made some positive gestures, but we have to ask ourselves if its efforts are genuine. The past does not seem, unfortunately, to vindicate UNITA's apparent sincerity. Angola will continue to need the firm support of the international community during its peace process and long after it finally achieves normalcy.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

  8. “UNITA can only be induced to take some significant measures when the situation is due to be reviewed by the Security Council. The report of the Secretary-General makes this clear when it is states that, after several weeks of procrastination, UNITA finally allowed the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) to remove weapons discovered in an arms cache in Negage. At last count, more than 69,000 UNITA troops had been registered in quartering areas, up from 63,000 last September. The Council may recall that UNITA had initially declared only 62,500 troops. At the same time, some 13,000 of these troops subsequently deserted, up from less than 11,500 last September. Two steps forward and one step backward. This appears to be another tactic employed by UNITA to delay or evade the complete respect of its commitments.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source

  9. “I would like to join previous speakers in congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council and to commend you for your very able leadership. My delegation's appreciation also goes to your predecessor, Ambassador Wisnumurti, for his excellent stewardship of the Council last month. The Secretary-General has noted in his report that substantial progress has recently been made in the implementation of resolution 1075 (1996). Angola continues to enjoy relative peace since the signing of the Lusaka Protocol. All of this should have been welcome news, but unfortunately implementation of the Protocol has proceeded quite laboriously and any notable progress has been recorded only when pressure has been brought to bear on the parties. There is no doubt who is the main responsible party in this protracted process.”

    1996-12-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3722 (1996) · source