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lines on the record: 434
first: 1994-12-16
most recent: 2001-01-26
sittings or episodes: 49
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“Let me take this opportunity to join those who have spoken before me and extend the Indonesian delegation's heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of sorrow, and our deepest sympathy to the Governments and the peoples of Australia, Bangladesh, Nepal and New Zealand. Consistent with my Government's policy, we reiterate our strong condemnation of all acts of violence, including the most recent, where three United Nations staff members involved in humanitarian work were injured, which led to the suspension of the repatriation efforts of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). We look forward to the results of the joint investigations that are currently under way.”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“As this is the first time that my delegation has addressed the Security Council this month, let me begin by congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of August. Allow me also to extend congratulations to your predecessor, Ambassador Mignonette Patricia Durrant, Permanent Representative of Jamaica, on her stewardship of the Council's activities last month. We have listened attentively to the previous speakers. Many have referred to recent acts of violence, including the incidents that caused the death of United Nations peacekeepers from Australia, Bangladesh, Nepal and New Zealand.”
2000-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4191 (2000) · source
“Towards this end, Indonesia will continue to extend its cooperation and support. We would also like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and other concerned parties for their efforts in bringing this complex and challenging task to a successful conclusion.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“It may be recalled that, in order to avoid the occurrence of unfortunate incidents, the Indonesian authorities earlier proposed to UNTAET that there was a need to maintain joint patrols and joint border posts and to exchange military liaison officers. But, unfortunately, these proposals were rejected by UNTAET on the basis that the parties concerned had to be responsible for providing security on their respective sides of the border. Finally, as the Secretary-General states, the best assurance for a secure future for East Timor "lies in healthy relations with the countries in the region, particularly Indonesia, its closest neighbour". (S/2000/738, para. 67) Indeed, the attainment of this noble objective will facilitate the inauguration of a new era of amity and friendship, to the mutual benefit of the two peoples.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“The incident occurred after strenuous efforts had been made by the Government of Indonesia to prevent such acts of violence from occurring. Such acts have been depicted by UNTAET as isolated incidents. The Indonesian Government has, however, swiftly responded to this tragic incident by extending its full cooperation to the ongoing investigation. Its exemplary cooperation is reflected by Indonesia's invitation to the Government of New Zealand to jointly investigate this incident involving its national. Even though this is the first combat-related death of a United Nations peacekeeper in East Timor, my delegation earnestly believes that this loss of life is one too many and hence warrants our urgent attention.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“We believe that this constitutes an encouraging development in the context of establishing a solid foundation upon which a harmonious East Timorese society can be built. It has been the consistent policy of Indonesia to strongly condemn all acts of violence, including the tragic incident that took place in Suai, East Timor, on 24 July. The killing of a United Nations peacekeeper from New Zealand is deeply deplorable to my delegation. On this solemn occasion my delegation joins other speakers in extending our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family in this hour of sorrow. In spite of the untiring efforts of the Indonesian Government to provide security, it is impossible under such uncertain and tenuous circumstances to control the actions of each and every individual in the refugee camps.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“To address these concerns, as well as to expedite the repatriation of refugees, a meeting of various East Timorese factions, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, the United Nations Force Commander and the Commander of Udayana Military Command was held in Denpasar, Bali, on 26-27 July. We are hopeful that this meeting will lead to a productive outcome. During this meeting the concerned parties expressed their initial agreement on expediting the return of the refugees and hoped that this plan could be implemented in the near future. In this connection, while we underscore the imperative need to promote reconciliation among the East Timorese of all political persuasions, my delegation is pleased to inform the Council that such an undertaking recently began, on the margins of the said Bali meeting.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“Despite these endeavours, the repatriation of the remaining refugees in East Nusa Tenggara would be greatly facilitated by adequate guarantees being given to them concerning basic necessities, including food, shelter and security in East Timor. A successful resolution of this problem requires the much needed assistance of the international community. At the same time, the responsibility for the refugees is a collective one, and hence the United Nations has an important role to play in addressing the refugees' concerns. My delegation regrets the decision of UNHCR to temporarily close its office in Betun, due to security concerns, while conducting the registration exercise of refugees. We have noted, however, that the UNHCR will continue to carry out its activities from Atambua.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“The question of pensions of former East Timorese employees living in East Timor is also being addressed by the two sides. My delegation deems it pertinent to reiterate that there are no easy solutions to the multifaceted problem of the refugees in East Nusa Tenggara. From the outset, the Indonesian Government has spared no effort in extending its cooperation to UNTAET, the UNHCR and other relevant international humanitarian organizations to expedite the repatriation of refugees. Over the past few months 167,000 refugees have been reintegrated into East Timorese society. Paragraph 13 of the report depicts this process as "generally smooth".”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“Following the third round of negotiations in Surabaya early this month, the two sides agreed inter alia to establish a joint border committee, which will be entrusted with the task of establishing a border regime, including the demarcation of the borders between East Nusa Tenggara and East Timor, and the delineation of the maritime boundary between Indonesia and East Timor. This committee, to be comprised of officials from the Indonesian Government and representatives of UNTAET, is expected to work in the near future to initially establish a regime for cross-border traffic and visits of Indonesians and East Timorese. In addition, the Government of Indonesia and UNTAET are currently working on arrangements regarding transit between the Oecussi enclave and the rest of East Timor.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“As is acknowledged in paragraph 52 of the report, the security situation has been "generally stable". In line with the Memorandum of Understanding regarding tactical coordination in the border area to enhance cooperation, signed between the Commander of East Nusa Tengarra and UNTAET's Force Commander on 11 April 2000, the Indonesian Armed Forces, in fulfilling their responsibility for security on their side of the border, deployed additional battalions on the border to assure security and stability. These renewed efforts have resulted in an even quieter situation. Indonesia's cooperation is further evidenced by the number of agreements reached with UNTAET during three rounds of negotiations.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“As a result of intensive discussions that took place in Jakarta on legal matters on 6 April 2000, the Government of Indonesia and UNTAET concluded a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in legal, judicial and human rights matters. In the context of implementing the understanding, the Indonesian authorities have continued to extend every form of assistance to bringing the perpetrators of alleged human rights violations to justice. In this regard, a team from the Indonesian Attorney-General's Office arrived in Dili on 19 July for a 10-day mission, the purpose of which is to collect evidence and testimony in connection with the five priority criminal cases to be presented by Indonesia. During this visit the Indonesian team met with officials from the UNTAET Serious Crimes Unit, the Political Office and the Human Rights Office.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“Significant developments reflective of Indonesia's sincere cooperation and support for the development of East Timor have included, among others, the visit of President Abdurrahman Wahid to Dili on 29 February 2000 and the signing of a joint communique on issues that need to be resolved in order to establish friendly and mutually beneficial relations between Indonesia and East Timor. The two sides are committed to taking measures that include the promotion of trade and communication; the provision of legal cooperation; the establishment of representative offices in Jakarta, Dili and Kupang; and the continued access by East Timorese to Indonesian educational institutions.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“My delegation has noted the comprehensive report of the Secretary- General contained in document S/2000/738. Having participated in the meeting of the Council on 27 June 2000 concerning the situation in East Timor, we will confine our intervention to the developments that have taken place over the last month. As affirmed in that report, the Government of Indonesia has established a satisfactory level of cooperation with the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) since the inception of its mandate by the Security Council.”
2000-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4180 (2000) · source
“Carol Bellamy, who have made significant contributions to uplifting the lives of less fortunate children, for many of whom life will now be worth living. Member States are duty-bound to extend their cooperation in fulfilling the mandate entrusted to them.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Due to the large number of children involved in and victimized by conflicts around the world, the children's future is at stake owing to their limited opportunity to embark upon productive careers. Hence, much needs to be done to alleviate their suffering and to ensure their rightful place in their societies through adequate support programmes. The grim alternative would be a potentially serious situation if the international community failed to take timely and adequate steps to deal with this problem. I would be remiss in my duty ifI concluded this statement without commending the role played by the Secretary-General's Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, Mr. Olara Otunnu, and by the Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund, Ms.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“While it is difficult to quantify the short-term and long-term costs for the future of children, my delegation agrees with the suggestion put forward by Malaysia, New Zealand and India, that efforts should be made to relieve the suffering of children living under sanctions regimes by providing for humanitarian exemptions so that children will not be deprived of access to basic necessities of life throughout a conflict. In sum, the future of humanity depends on children. The use of children in armed conflicts casts a shadow on their future, for children who are exposed to violence often carry fear and hatred in their hearts and minds, which has profound long-term effects.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“It is an irony that those who suffer most are not the active combatants, but civilians, especially women and children. While demining is the only alternative for eliminating the dangers posed by landmines, effective and comprehensive mine awareness programmes focusing on children should be vigorously pursued. Furthermore, sanctions imposed on Governments or on armed factions have a disproportionately negative impact on children in terms of weakening essential infrastructures, especially those relating to education, health and employment opportunities.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Such a programme of assistance is critically important to consolidate peace and to support rehabilitation capacity. The wilful denial of humanitarian assistance to children has a devastating impact on such children, who have a fundamental right to aid under international humanitarian law. Children are not only the instruments of warfare, but also its victims. They are not fully aware of the reasons for and the objectives of the armed conflicts in which they are often forced to participate. It therefore stands to reason that parties involved in conflicts should facilitate unhindered access by personnel involved in humanitarian missions to children unwittingly caught up in armed conflicts. Landmines are indiscriminate weapons which do not distinguish between soldier and civilian, friend and foe, adult and child.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The proliferation and easy availability of these arms have made it possible even for young children to become perpetrators of violence. This ominous situation calls for concerted efforts at the national, regional and global levels to curb the illicit transfer of these arms. Indonesia remains hopeful that the forthcoming United Nations Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, to be held next year, will adopt measures that will fully take into account the interests and the protection of children. The rights of children in armed conflicts should also be acknowledged as an explicit priority, and should be firmly entrenched in peacemaking, peace- building and conflict-resolution processes, as well as in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration plans.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Regrettably, however, even today the recruitment and deployment of children as soldiers continues. Hence, the international community should speak with one voice and insist on 18 as the minimum acceptable age for participation in armed conflicts, which would make a tangible difference to the fate of children exposed to danger on the ground, where more than 250,000 children under that age have taken part in more than 30 armed conflicts in various parts of the world and where children have represented 40 per cent of all victims of such conflicts. The failure to curb the clandestine flow of small arms and light weapons across borders has taken a disproportionate toll on children in intra-State strife, and has ultimately led to greater insecurity and destabilization.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“It has been estimated that more than 300,000 children under the age of 18 are now being used as soldiers in conflicts in various regions of the world. Those conflicts have claimed the lives of more than 2 million children, maimed or injured 6 million, orphaned 1 million and traumatized countless others; they have resulted in children accounting for more than half of the world's 24 million refugees. My delegation has in the past supported concerted international efforts to alleviate the suffering of children dragged into conflicts. Indonesia is a signatory of the 1989 Convention on the Rights of the Child, which upholds the political, socio-economic and civil rights of children, and it strongly supports the Optional Protocol which strengthens that Convention by calling for a minimum age of 18 for participation in hostilities.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“I should like to begin by extending the appreciation of the Indonesian delegation to you, Madam President, for convening the meeting today on the item before us, which reflects the renewed determination of the Council to protect children from the ravages of armed conflict. My delegation also commends the Secretary- General for his timely report in document S/2000/712. It portrays a poignant picture of the devastating impact of the ongoing conflicts on children, in terms of both their magnitude and their long-term impact. It contains a series of recommendations the implementation of which will remove children from harm's way and from being deliberately targeted, in gross violation of universally accepted norms, precepts and principles. My delegation has noted with deep concern the increasing use of children in armed conflict.”
2000-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4176Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Finally, Indonesia, while regretting the lack of consultations with the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations, welcomes the Secretary- General's Bulletin on the guidelines on compliance with international humanitarian law by United Nations peacekeepers. We believe that such guidelines can help promote not only the safety and security of the United Nations peace troopers but also the safety and security of the civilians. In sum, we agree that the plight of civilians in armed conflicts can no longer be neglected and can be dealt with only within a comprehensive framework of action. Let me express Indonesia's unequivocal support for the role of the United Nations in humanitarian activities and for the Organization's consistent commitment in upholding international humanitarian and human rights law.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“As peace and stability and socio-economic development are interlinked, close cooperation and coordination between the General Assembly, the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council would facilitate a comprehensive approach to these multifaceted issues. In this context, it is pertinent to note the communication from the President of the Security Council addressed to the President of the General Assembly, contained in document S/2000/ 119 of 14 February 2000, which sought the Assembly's views on the strengthening of the Organization's capacity to plan and deploy rapidly and the modalities to mobilize international support for security forces from Member States.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“It follows that any action or intervention must necessarily be based on the consent of the States concerned, rather than unilateral imposition. Indonesia is gratified to note that in some of the conflict areas dealt with by the Council, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity was reaffirmed. At the same time, Indonesia is also saddened to learn that an absence of respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity remains obvious in a country which now continues to experience internal conflicts. Our attention is also drawn to the need for monitoring, addressing and understanding the root causes and implications of conflicts in order to facilitate the consideration of options and to prevent the outbreak of violence.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Their adoption and implementation would compel the parties to a conflict to respect the rights guaranteed to civilians under international law and conventions. Despite the coming into force of a comprehensive framework of international humanitarian and human rights law, the rights of civilians have often been violated. Hence, their implementation is of utmost importance in ensuring the safety and security of the civilians, which are their inherent rights. In those endeavours, it is equally important to acknowledge that international law does not take precedence over national law and legislation, while a balance must be sought to harmonize the sacrosanct principle of national sovereignty with the provisions of the United Nations Charter.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“It is one of the tragic ironies of the contemporary world that despite the adoption of numerous conventions on international humanitarian and human rights law during the past five decades, which uphold the rights of civilians and the obligations of combatants during conflict situations, civilians have become the targets of brutality, terror and indiscriminate killing. It is particularly unconscionable that women and children are also victims of atrocities. Such dire situations call for a multifaceted approach that would provide legal and physical protection to civilians during hostilities. The report of the Secretary-General contained in document S/1999/957 enumerates a number of measures to strengthen both these aspects of protection.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“My delegation wishes to extend its congratulations to you and the delegation of Canada on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. We remain confident that under your able guidance, the issue before us will be brought to a successful conclusion. May I also extend our felicitations to your predecessor, Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury of Bangladesh, for his skilful stewardship of the Council's activities last month. We would also like to join other delegations in expressing our appreciation to the Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, and to the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Jakob Kellenberger, for their statements earlier this morning.”
2000-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4130Resumption1 (2000) · source
“This calls for the distribution of financial assistance on a fair and equitable basis between the ex- combatants and the civilian population, many of whom also face extreme economic hardship. The complexity and multidimensional nature of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex- combatants call for political will, which is of the utmost importance in bolstering the role of the United Nations through the modality of peacekeeping. We believe that, based on the Organization's experience in various conflicts, it is time to approach these issues on the basis of guidelines to be drawn from the Secretary-General's report.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“As conflicts are resolved, their rights, as stipulated in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, should immediately be restored, protected and promoted. Their reintegration into their family and society is crucial. First priority should be given to school education for them. Another important issue is curbing the flow of arms across national borders through clandestine means after disarmament is achieved, as it would have a profoundly negative impact on security and portend a potentially explosive situation. Determined and coordinated efforts at the national, regional and international levels can stem the cross-border flow of weapons. Finally, the question of adequate financing needs to be addressed to ensure the implementation of programmes for the reintegration and reconstruction of a damaged economy.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“It is poignant to note that 300,000 children under the age of 18 have been used as soldiers in conflicts around the world. It is alarming to note that such activities are on the increase, which calls attention to the need for their demobilization and reintegration into society. Their future is in jeopardy due to limited educational opportunities, which alone can prepare them for productive careers. It is self-evident that more needs to be done to ensure them a rightful place in society through adequate support programmes. Special attention should be paid to child soldiers in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration activities. Bearing in mind the vulnerability of children, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of child soldiers should be pursued in a specific manner.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“But first and foremost, the success of these endeavours depends ultimately on the willingness of the parties involved to abide by the terms of the peace agreements and to give up the use of force, which is a sine qua non for launching the three-pronged approach of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. Moreover, the handing over of weapons to competent authorities and the ensuing demobilization have positive implications for security in post-conflict situations, especially in ensuring and promoting the peace process. We recognize the importance of creating an atmosphere conducive to security by disarming the combatants and collecting armaments from civilians within the framework of an overall weapon-collection programme, so as to promote an environment in which weapons are no longer perceived to be necessary.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General has rightly focused our attention on the complexities of the interrelated issues involved and on the role of peacekeeping in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration. The report also makes clear the crucial role of international assistance in ensuring the effective implementation of the agreements reached and the marshalling of resources needed to advance the peace process. The international dimension of these activities should focus on the role of the United Nations and of regional organizations in their respective spheres of competence. Their involvement within a framework for cooperation will have a salutary impact by bringing a measure of stability, which, as experience has shown, has led in some instances to the restoration of normalcy in troubled areas.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Sir, my delegation wishes to extend its congratulations on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of March. We have full confidence that under your wise guidance, progress will be made in dealing with the issues on its agenda. Let me also extend felicitations to your predecessor, Ambassador Arnoldo Listre of Argentina, for his skilful stewardship of the Council's activities last month. Indonesia wishes to commend the delegation of Bangladesh for its initiative to have the Council consider the agenda item before us. We believe that it is both timely and appropriate and that it will be beneficial not only to the international community but also to the countries directly concerned.”
2000-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4118Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Indonesia believes that this vision can be achieved only through partnership, and we thus support the recommendation that the Economic and Social Council should encourage UNAIDS in its efforts to develop a global strategy based upon this shared vision. I sincerely believe that only through such a multisectoral approach, promoted through partnership, can HIV/AIDS be successfully combated in Africa, development successfully fostered and peace and security successfully ensured.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“In conclusion, my delegation would like to share the vision that we should all seek to work for a world free of the unprecedented human disaster of HIV/AIDS - a world in which HIV/AIDS transmission is substantially reduced; where there is affordable treatment; where there is a substantial reduction in individual and collective vulnerability to the epidemic; where there is a significant alleviation of the adverse impact of the disease on individuals, communities and nations; and where the silence surrounding the disease is broken for ever, thereby sharply reducing the stigma and denial that have stifled resolution.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“To address this complex and pervasive crisis in Africa, my delegation believes that the international community should undertake a sincere commitment to eradicate this scourge through a developmental approach. The health needs of Africa must be borne by international burden- sharing. However, we are all aware of the difficult road ahead, as the financial and human resources to deal with this epidemic are woefully inadequate, both at the national and the international level. What does show promise, however, is the multisectoral approach of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) which is sponsored by many bodies of the United Nations and provides effective system-wide coordination. In this light, a coordinated, multisectoral approach, backed by adequate resources, is urgently needed.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“The widespread epidemic that is currently devastating many countries in Africa can be clearly seen not only to have an impact on development but also to constitute a perennial source of political insecurity and instability. According to available statistics, it seems that poor people, drug users and neglected populations, including women, are the most vulnerable ones. What is also of deep concern is the increasing numbers of infants and children who are being infected with and dying from AIDS. With the growing costs of providing health services in many countries, it is no longer possible to meet the escalating demands created by HIV.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“In the absence of sustained socio-economic progress, it is doubtful that lasting peace and stability could be secured. As the report further highlights, conflict prevention and post-conflict peace-building are meaningless unless they can enable a society to develop. What has not been so clearly established or so widely recognized is the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic on peace and security. Though there has been little direct study on the impact of AIDS on stability and security in Africa, many believe that the devastating impact of the disease on the fabric of society is self-evident. At the same time, deprivation and poverty are well recognized as non-military sources of conflict and instability. Thus, the connection between AIDS and security is a credible one.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“In welcoming this open debate on an issue which has evoked widespread interest and concern, it is worth noting that AIDS, particularly in Africa, is complex and multidimensional. It needs to be urgently addressed by the international community. Certainly, at this stage it is beyond the capacity of any single Government to respond. In that regard, this issue has also been the focus of other bodies of the United Nations system. Today's discussion before the Council will surely enhance the multidimensional approach to addressing this issue in the continuing endeavour to overcome its devastating repercussions. The Secretary-General has underscored the fact that the struggle to bring about peace and security in Africa is inextricably linked to economic growth and development.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Allow me to extend our sincere congratulations to you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. The Indonesian delegation would like to take this opportunity to express its appreciation to you and the members of the Council for convening today's open debate. We also commend the format of the discussion today, which enhances the possibility of the further involvement of Member States that are not members of the Council in issues under discussion in the Security Council. Likewise, we look forward to the application of such a format in the discussion of crucial issues concerning the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2000-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4087Resumption1 (2000) · source
“Let me take this opportunity to convey the information that Indonesia is now considering the possibility of further increasing our peacekeeping participation in Africa. Finally, it is my delegation's fervent hope that our discussion today will enrich our coordinated approach to the issues of the maintenance of peace and security in Africa, and in no way give room for the encroachment of Afro-pessimism or even Africa fatigue in the international community as a whole.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“It is my delegation's belief, too, that in the efforts to bolster the capabilities of African peacekeeping, the endeavour to increase the quantity and quality of national and regional capability should be well supported, with the involvement of the international community, including in areas of training and information exchange within the framework of the United Nations system, as discussed at the special meeting convened by the Secretariat, in coordination with the OAU on 21 January 1999, in which 51 states, including African States, participated. In addressing the issue of African peacekeeping capabilities, especially in terms of real time, it is worth noting that the standby arrangements system under the United Nations needs to be further pursued, not only by African States, but also by other countries.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“In our view, while welcoming the recommendation made by the Secretary-General in his latest report on Africa that it should support regional and subregional initiatives in the areas of conflict prevention and the maintenance of peace, based on agreements with the regional organization and the host country, the Security Council should also explore the possibility of establishing a preventive deployment force, as in Europe, in order to prevent the spread of conflicts to other areas.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“It would have the dual function of serving as a clearing house for information on African issues in the Council and of submitting concrete recommendations in close coordination with the Office of the Secretary-General, the OAU, key subregional organizations and relevant African countries on issues of peacemaking and conflict prevention. The establishment of such a mechanism could also serve as an early warning system in order to prevent major humanitarian disasters in the future. In addressing the second question, on meeting the needs for African peacekeeping more effectively, several main issues need to be highlighted.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“In the endeavours to improve coordination between the Council and these regional organizations, it might be most beneficial if representatives from each organization could meet simultaneously in order to establish terms of reference to be used as a basis for promoting concrete coordination and cooperation between the organizations on an agreed footing and in accordance with the provisions of the Charter. In situations where the basis has been laid out and agreed upon, one could envision the possibility of establishing a Security Council team on Africa, consisting of several members of the Council, with one representative for each regional group and supported consensually by all the members of the Council.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“In this context, and in relation to the first and third questions, on improving coordination and cooperation between the Security Council and the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the key subregional organizations, and also on creating additional instruments of the Council for tackling the issue of Africa, we would like to convey our deepest appreciation for the role played by the OAU, key subregional organizations and several African States which have contributed significantly in pursuit of conflict settlement.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“While we welcome the generous contribution of the United Kingdom to the United Nations Trust Fund for Improving Preparedness for Conflict Prevention and Peacekeeping in Africa, it is deplorable that the Fund, as an example of several funds intended for Africa within the Organization, has received only one contribution, of $250,745. My delegation shares the view that if the international community, especially Member States which have been blessed with surplus resources, could demonstrate a genuine commitment to Africa, that would, without doubt, increase the prospects of success in peacemaking and conflict prevention efforts on that continent and also pave the way to sustainable development efforts in a post-conflict peace-building era.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Before commenting on the three basic questions put forward by the presidency, allow me to make the following remarks. It is not erroneous to assume that wherever conflicts take place, the population in question holds the key to their settlement. Nevertheless, as the Secretary-General stated in his report, those nations making good-faith efforts and adopting enlightened policies deserve much greater support than they are now receiving. It is clear that the predicament in Africa can be attributed to a lack of sincere and thorough commitment by the international community, particularly the Security Council, both in providing adequate personnel in pursuit of peacekeeping and conflict-prevention efforts and in providing the necessary funds to sustain them.”
1999-12-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4081Resumption1 (1999) · source