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“It is a long-term transformation process that should aim at creating security institutions that are efficient, transparent and democratic. Any such transformation of security sector structures must be based on respect for human rights and the rule of law. This is of special importance in the field of corrections. SSR also has a crucial role to play when it comes to the prevention of violence, including sexual violence. In this regard, it is also indispensable to address impunity, inter alia, through training national security forces and strengthening the capacity of the rule of law and justice institutions. SSR needs to be approached strategically and holistically.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Only national actors can ensure that the process is completed and that key issues are addressed. If the political will needed to tackle those issues is lacking, all efforts by outside actors are futile. Security sector reform remains a long- term, country-specific endeavour that very much depends on the political commitment of national authorities. United Nations involvement in national security sector reform efforts should be based on a clearly defined strategy with priorities, timelines and partnerships. Such a division of labour is also vital in the context of defining exit strategies for peacekeeping missions. In many conflict and post-conflict situations on our agenda, reform of the security sector is an essential prerequisite for achieving sustainable peace.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“At the outset, let me join others in thanking the Nigerian presidency for having organized today's debate. I warmly welcome your presence and your leadership of this meeting, Sir, as well as the presence of Her Excellency Mrs. Preneet Kaur, Minister of State for External Affairs of India. I would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Ladsous for his stimulating briefing. In recent years, the importance of security sector reform (SSR) has been increasingly recognized. Such reforms are not only a key requirement for peace, the protection of human rights and sustainable development; they also play a pivotal role in crisis prevention. I would like to emphasize three points today. First, local leadership is crucial to successful security sector reform, as is national ownership.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Not only will members of the regime be held accountable for their deeds; they also have to understand that the only viable option for the future of Syria is through a meaningful, Syrian-led political process. While we encourage political dialogue, we will continue, if need be, to push for sanctions against those who brutally repress their people and threaten international peace and stability. We will do so within the framework of the United Nations and the European Union, and bilaterally. The people in Syria and the Arab world should know that Germany, its partners and all those who cherish the values of freedom, dignity and self-determination will not relent in their efforts to stand by them.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“For the sake of a unified signal from the Council, the European sponsors of this draft resolution (S/2011/612) have been working eagerly towards a compromise among Council members in recent weeks. We made substantial concessions in order to gain the support of the Council. We are deeply disappointed that some members did not find themselves in a position to reach a compromise, two of them using their veto power. This should not, however, spoil the message already sent out by a large segment of the international community: we do not want to stand idly by while atrocities are being committed. The aspirations of the Syrian people cannot be answered by tanks, bullets and torture.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“We sincerely regret that members of the Council could not find a common voice to appropriately address the grave and systematic human rights violations by the Syrian authorities. The stakes are high. If the repression by the Syrian regime does not stop, the country will move closer to the brink of civil war. The stability of the region is at risk. International peace and security are threatened. This is not the time or place for a mere wait-and-see approach; it is for actively engaging in pursuit of greater stability. Today the Council failed to live up to its responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations: the maintenance of international peace and security. But let me be very clear. My country would have wished for a stronger resolution at a much earlier stage.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“For months now the international community has called on the Syrian authorities to end all violence, fully respect human rights and comply with their obligations under international law. The Security Council, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Arab League, the European Union and many, many individual States and Governments - not a single one of those appeals has been heeded by the Syrian regime. On the contrary, the violent repression continued unabated. Today the Council finally had a chance to decide that the actions of the Syrian leadership will not go unanswered.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“The Syrian security forces - military and militias - have violently and indiscriminately crushed demonstrations that were overwhelmingly peaceful. Syrians from all segments of society were demanding their basic rights. Their aspirations were met with tanks, bullets and mass arrests, as well as murder, forced disappearance, torture, deprivation of liberty and persecution. We mourn the victims and have profound respect for the hundreds of thousands of Syrians who have put their lives at risk to achieve a better future for themselves and their children. Thousands are still under arrest, in many cases without contact with their families. We urge the Syrian authorities to release all political prisoners and detained political demonstrators immediately.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“Let me start by warmly thanking Ambassador Nawaf Salam and his team for his wise, effective and courageous leadership of the Council in the month of September. Let me also join others in congratulating you, Madame President, as you assume the presidency of the Council for this month; you can count on Germany's support. Since the beginning of this year, we have witnessed tremendous change in the Arab world. We see how peaceful demonstrators express their desire for freedom, dignity and self-determination. We are impressed by the courage of the people and their readiness for sacrifice, in spite of oppression and authoritarian rule. Throughout the region, we commend all those who continue to express their legitimate aspiration in a peaceful manner. We are appalled by those who so brutally repress their own people.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“My Government is strongly convinced that, once the report has been finalized, the Afghan Government will find the right answers - and the international community the right way to support them. As we continue our support at the Bonn conference and beyond, Germany will continue to stand side by side with our Afghan friends.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Secondly, while tensions continue between and inside the different branches of Government after the first legislative elections held under Afghan leadership, there is now a solution backing the authority of the Independent Electoral Commission that offers a prospect for improved procedures, in line with the commitments of the Government of Afghanistan to long-term electoral reform. Thirdly, the sincere and valuable support of the Government of Afghanistan for the study undertaken by UNAMA on the treatment of detainees in several facilities managed by the Afghan security forces is highly commendable. This clearly demonstrates the common interest in the improvement of the human rights.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Let me end by giving three recent examples that underscore how cooperation between Afghanistan and its international partners to implement the Kabul process leads to continued progress on the ground, every day, despite the volatile conditions in the country. First, despite serious setbacks, the Kabul process itself seems to be getting back on track. Germany welcomes signs that there is now greater clarity concerning the next steps that need to be taken before an International Monetary Fund programme can be approved.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Looking towards Bonn, the Co-chairs - Afghanistan, the United States and Germany - invite partners to contribute to charting out options for how best to turn this vision into a reality, step by step by step. As I mentioned, the support of the international community will be required long after the transition will have ended. From that perspective, our yardstick must remain the principle of reinforcing Afghan sovereignty. In regard to the UNAMA review process mentioned by Minister Rassoul, and in the light of the Council's March 2012 UNAMA mandate resolution, Germany looks forward to the outcome of the review. As I said earlier, the support of the United Nations will remain absolutely pivotal. In that context, we note with appreciation the continued progress of the United Nations towards delivering as one.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Its results will be of paramount importance for the future of regional cooperation in the heart of Asia. Germany also welcomes the bilateral steps that have been taken, particularly with Pakistan, such as the recent formation of the Afghanistan- Pakistan Joint Commission for Reconciliation and Peace. As a complement to the ongoing political process, I would like to emphasize the potential of increased economic cooperation for positive change in the region. Only one week ago, in the presence of more than 15 foreign ministers, 30 delegations from the region and beyond met here in New York to formulate their common vision for a New Silk Road to increase regional economic cooperation with Afghanistan. That vision requires sincere regional efforts to become a reality, but it will also need significant international support over time.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“A clear and unequivocal message of long-term support to our Afghan friends is our bottom line for Bonn in terms of ensuring security, building a sustainable administration and, last but not least, fostering economic development. On that note, we are encouraged by the continued progress in security transition. While we remain concerned about the volatile overall security environment, we note with appreciation that more and more security operations in more and more parts of Afghanistan are being handled by Afghan security forces. Regional cooperation is of particular relevance for the success of the international Afghanistan strategy. Germany strongly supports recent initiatives to implement previous declarations on good- neighbourly relations. We particularly look forward to the Istanbul Conference on Afghanistan, to be held on 2 November.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“The International Conference on Afghanistan to be held in Bonn on 5 December will be a crucial milestone for Afghanistan, as mentioned by Special Representative of the Secretary-General de Mistura and Foreign Minister Rassoul. As I outlined to the Council in July (see S/PV.6574), a core aim of the Conference is to further define the future engagement of the international community, both during and after the security transition, which will have been completed by the end of 2014. In Germany's view, security transition marks a new beginning in, not the end of, international support to Afghanistan. Several factors need to be kept in mind.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Allow me to reiterate the heartfelt condolences of the Government and the people of Germany to the Afghan authorities and all Afghans. We wish Minister Stanekzai, Chief Executive of the Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme, and all others who were injured a very speedy recovery. Germany welcomes the strong messages sent out by President Karzai and his Government, at this decisive moment in their unwavering determination to stay the course in the peace and reconciliation process. In that context, I wish to underline the commitment of support reiterated by the Security Council in its statement of21 September (SC/10391).”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“I wish to thank Foreign Minister Rassoul for his most valuable statement and, of course, for his presence here. Minister, it is a great pleasure to welcome you to the Council today. I am also grateful to Special Representative of the Secretary-General de Mistura for his briefing. I commend him, his entire staff in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the wider United Nations family for their admirable work, which was carried out under very difficult circumstances. The support of the United Nations will remain absolutely pivotal. Germany aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later in today's debate by the European Union. Germany condemns in the strongest possible terms the murder of the Chair of the High Peace Council, Professor Rabbani.”
2011-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6625 (2011) · source
“Also, national reconciliation and the protection of the human rights of all Libyans and foreign workers are critical. We welcome the Transitional National Council's repeated commitment to that end. To conclude, much remains to be done, but with today's resolution, the Council has demonstrated its strong will to support the Libyan people on their path to a democratic and prosperous society.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6620 (2011) · source
“As agreed by all stakeholders, the United Nations will play the central role in coordinating international support. Germany is ready to contribute actively to this endeavour. The resolution also marks an important step for Libya's economic recovery. When the asset freeze is lifted and modified, the local economy and trade will be kick-started. However, this is a first step only. It is clear that eventually all economic sanctions on those entities under the control of the Libyan authorities will be lifted. With today's resolution, the Council also sends a political message. A consultative and inclusive political process will be key for the democratic transition of Libya. The full participation of women in this process should be promoted.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6620 (2011) · source
“I wish to warmly welcome Ambassador Dabbashi and to congratulate him on today's approval by the General Assembly of his credentials. We fully support resolution 2009 (2011), just adopted. We also highly welcome its unanimous adoption. This sends a strong message of the unity of the Council at this important crossroads in Libya's history. A new era has begun in Libya and is reflected in the resolution adopted today. Most importantly, it is guided by the ownership and responsibility of the Libyan people. The process of democratic transition was started by the Libyan people and it must remain in the hands of the Libyan people. By mandating the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, the Council has heeded the call of the Libyan authorities for support and advice in key areas.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6620 (2011) · source
“It is important that UNMIL and Liberia keep making progress in transferring security responsibilities from UNMIL to national authorities. The time is ripe for this transition, and the Liberian authority must mot lose more time in taking over complete responsibility for security and stabilization in the country. This is also a question of responsible management of scarce resources.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6619 (2011) · source
“Germany welcomed Liberia's progress in peace consolidation and further stabilization, and at the same time supports the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) and the extension of its mandate for a further year. In view of the upcoming elections, UNMIL's presence is surely still necessary. However, we hope the progress made towards stabilization in Liberia will allow us in due time to consider further troop reductions. In this regard, we support the assessment mission that will visit Liberia in early 2012. We hold the view that the Council should then swiftly review the police and troop strength of UNMIL, taking into account the findings of the assessment mission. The review should take place before the end of May 2012.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6619 (2011) · source
“The International Humanitarian Partnership's field mission to Haiti planned for November will provide participating Member States with an opportunity to consider first-hand the value of United Nations-led multilateral humanitarian action and coordination. As incoming Chair of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Donor Support Group, we encourage all participating Member States to ensure participation from capitals in the field mission. In concluding, we concur with previous speakers that MINUSTAH's continued presence, with gradual adjustments, still remains a prerequisite for the stability and development of the country and for peace and security in the region.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6618 (2011) · source
“We are reassured to hear of the serious efforts undertaken by both the troop contributors and the Secretariat to enforce the United Nations zero- tolerance policy on misconduct by its personnel. This is indeed of paramount importance for the acceptance of peacekeeping forces anywhere in the world. With regard to the humanitarian situation, we welcome the results of the real-time evaluation on the impact of humanitarian action in Haiti commissioned by the Inter-Agency Standing Committee. The results clearly indicate the need to improve the link between relief, reconstruction and development activities. It also revealed a critical lack of longer term development perspectives, especially for those 600,000 persons still living in camps and shelters.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6618 (2011) · source
“Restoring the credibility and leadership of the Government as well as the confidence of the Haitian people in their political system is a prerequisite for any real progress. Ultimately, both political and economic success will depend upon strengthening the rule of law in all areas of society. A lack of legal certainty is the biggest impediment to increased foreign investment. MINUSTAH is playing a vital role in maintaining peace, security and stability in Haiti and must continue to do so. We are grateful to all the troop contributors for their efforts. At the same time we should look into possible adjustments in the size and structure of MINUSTAH personnel in line with the security assessment presented to us.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6618 (2011) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mariano Fernandez Amunategui for his briefing and we are grateful to him and all the personnel of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) for their dedicated work. One and a half years after the devastating earthquake, the people of Haiti are still facing daunting challenges. There has been progress, but we remain concerned about the continued plight of the Haitian population. Despite the successful and peaceful conclusion of the presidential elections, Haiti is still paralyzed by political uncertainty. Political leaders in Haiti urgently need to live up to their responsibilities to end the stalemate and start working together.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6618 (2011) · source
“My country provides over $200 million for emergency relief, food assistance and food security. Finally, I would like to stress that Germany and the international community continue to support the Somali institutions in their efforts to establish a viable and stable Somali State. The Transitional Federal Institutions can count on this support that has gone on for decades. In return, my country and the international community expect Somali institutions to act swiftly, responsibly and credibly in order end the Somali crisis.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“It aims at providing capable and professional security forces for the Somali Government that could form the nucleus of a respected State authority that effectively controls the whole country. Joint and effective actions by Somali authorities are all the more important now that the region is facing a tremendous humanitarian catastrophe. Not only the continuous drought but, first and foremost, the repercussions of many years of civil war, as well as the absence of effective State institutions, have led to the current catastrophe in Somalia, of which, once again, the weakest are suffering the most. With almost half of the entire Somali population affected and more than 12 million in urgent need of help in the whole region, fast and effective humanitarian assistance is crucial.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“We would like once more to commend the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the Ugandan and Burundian peacekeepers for the role that the Mission plays in Somalia, and especially for the success achieved over the past month. We also pay our respects and tribute in connection with the casualties that the African Union force has had to suffer. We remain grateful to the African Union for the decisive action that it has taken in an extremely challenging and dangerous environment. AMISOM. is living proof of the willingness and capacity of the African Union to take responsibility for peace and security on the African continent. My country actively contributes to the European Union training mission for Somali security forces, which takes place in close cooperation with AMISOM and Uganda.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“We continue to support every honest and serious effort aimed at achieving sustainable peace and stability in Somalia. The withdrawal of Al-Shabaab forces from the capital and other parts of the country is a unique opportunity for the Somali Government to assume its responsibilities and provide stability and a safe life for Somalis. This opportunity must be seized. The TFG must reinforce its efforts to enhance its political base and to reach out and win over as many political forces as possible, particularly in Somalia's regions - something that does not seem to have happened on a sufficient scale in previous months.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“We hope that the agreed road map will guide Somali politics for the months to the come and will be implemented with determination and a strong sense of responsibility. As the road map does not yet provide strict benchmarks, we wish to stress the imperative necessity for making progress measurable. Continued international support will be depended on such progress. The Somali actors have to deliver now, since the transitional period cannot be prolonged indefinitely. We encourage the Transition Federal Institutions to continue to demonstrate their political will, which is indispensable to successfully cope with the manifold tasks that still lie ahead. We call on the Somali institutions to make the best possible use of the additional year of transition and to finalize the transition process at last.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“At the outset, I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Augustine Mahiga for his briefing. l 1-49644 We highly appreciate his work and continue to support him. I would also like to thank the Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union Somalia, Mr. Boubacar Gaoussou Diarra, and the Prime Minister of the Transitional Federal Government of the Somali Republic (TFG), Mr. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali, for their presence and their statements. My delegation aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union later on. Germany welcomes the results of the Mogadishu consultative meeting held on 6 September.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“We call on all Member States to carefully implement the weapons embargo, as stipulated in paragraph 5 of resolution 1747 (2007). Let me reiterate that, together with our partners in the international community, in particular in the framework of the E3+3, we remain committed to finding a sustainable and peaceful solution to the Iranian nuclear file. We affirm our unity of purpose and determination, working through direct diplomacy. We call on Iran to respond in a positive and constructive spirit to our offers of engagement.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“The 1737 Committee continues to play a vital role in pursuing the dual-track strategy vis-a-vis Iran. Let me thank the Panel of Experts for its valuable work. We particularly welcome the five implementation assistance notices that are currently under consideration by the Committee. We believe that those documents can provide more clarity on how to better implement sanctions and avoid new violations. On 7 May, the Panel of Experts presented its final report. We deeply regret that that comprehensive report is yet to be published. For the sake of transparency, my delegation reiterates its call for the report to be published. Germany continues to be concerned about the numerous cases of weapons exports from Iran to other countries, often to Syria, which are in violation of the Council's resolutions.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“According to the IAEA, the information is broadly consistent and credible. We call on Iran finally to engage with the Agency on the resolution of all outstanding issues in order to make sure that there is no military dimension to Iran's nuclear programme. The dual-track strategy offers two options. We continue to be ready to engage Iran in meaningful negotiations on its nuclear programme in the framework of the engagement track. That is our preferred choice. However, as long as Iran does not cooperate to the extent necessary, we see no other option but to pursue the pressure track. My country attaches great importance to the proper implementation of sanctions, as agreed by the Council. Germany believes that that remains vital in order to keep up the pressure on Iran and make it come back to the negotiating table.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“Together with our partners France, the United Kingdom and the United States, we have reported yet another violation. The launch of the Rassad-l satellite on 14 June was a clear breach of paragraph 9 of resolution 1929 (2010). The latest report of the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) highlights in no uncertain terms that the Agency is increasingly concerned about the possibility that Iran may have conducted undisclosed nuclear-related activities involving military or related organizations. My country is concerned about the fact that the Agency continues to receive new information with regard to the development of a nuclear payload for a missile. The Agency reports that it has received new information on the weaponization from various sources.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“Let me join my colleagues in congratulating you, Mr. President, on Lebanon's assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. Our best wishes accompany you. Let me equally thank our neighbours and colleagues from India for their leadership last month. I thank Ambassador Osorio for his briefing. As the report of the Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) points out, Iran is in continued violation of its international obligations. New sanctions violations have been reported. Iran is increasing its enrichment capacities and transferring centrifuges to its enrichment facility near Qom. It is unfortunate that we have to observe further Iranian activities disregarding the Council's resolutions.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“We therefore welcome the fact that the number of countries recognizing Kosovo as an independent State has increased yet again and this month reached the threshold of 80 States. Those recognitions are a clear sign that the region has gained stability and that the international community is supportive of developments in Kosovo. We call on States that have not yet done so to recognize the Republic of Kosovo as a contribution to peace and stability in the Western Balkans. Let me conclude by underlining that Germany will continue to pay great attention to developments in Kosovo. As emphasized by Chancellor Angela Merkel during her recent visit to Serbia and Kosovo, Germany will continue to promote those countries' joint and shared European future. Our objective is peace and stability in the region with a clear European perspective.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“We welcome the appointment of John Clint Williamson, an experienced legal expert and former prosecutor in the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, as lead prosecutor for the special investigative task force. The unreserved commitment made by the Kosovo authorities to cooperate with EULEX is a clear signal that the allegations made can be fully investigated. Kosovo has also made significant progress in the reporting period. After successfully solving a series of political crises within the constitutional framework, the President, Government and Parliament of Kosovo have taken up their work in order to further ensure political stability and to meet the current economic and social challenges in the country.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“It is crucial that the commitment of both sides to facilitating freedom of movement, the preservation of culture and religious heritage, and the mutual acceptance of university and school diplomas be fully implemented. We also very much welcome the positive developments in terms of the rule of law. Germany sees the resumption of the sessions of the Working Group on Missing Persons as a positive development that needs our further support. It is crucial to reconstruction. Furthermore, we welcome the progress made in recent months by EULEX in its full investigation of the allegations of despicable crimes committed against Serbian nationals during and after the end of the armed conflict in Kosovo. The task force has been successfully built up, and we are confident that it will fully accomplish its assignment.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“The way forward towards improving the security situation and alleviating tensions in the northern part of Kosovo is to focus on practical solutions to outstanding issues. We urge all sides to concentrate their efforts on resolving the underlying issues through the European Union-facilitated dialogue. The talks between Belgrade and Pristina need to be conducted with a focus on tangible issues and tangible results that improve the lives of people in Serbia, Kosovo and the region. As a matter of urgency, this dialogue is the only way forward to solve the issues currently being negotiated, including the issue of customs and trade.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“At its most recent consultations on Kosovo at the end of July, the Council discussed the latest incident in northern Kosovo. That incident clearly showed that issues related to the North must be a crucial element of the European Union-led dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina. We continue to hold the view that the independence and territorial integrity of Kosovo are not up for negotiation. At the moment, the situation in the North remains generally calm. We call upon all parties to further respect and implement the provisional solution negotiated by the Commander of the Kosovo Force. All parties concerned have to fully cooperate with the international presences, including the European Union (EU) and the EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX).”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“I should like to join my colleagues in thanking Mr. Zarif for his comprehensive briefing. I also wish to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to former Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zannier for his important work in recent years. As highlighted in the recent report of the Secretary-General (S/2011/514), the security situation in Kosovo has generally remained calm. We welcome the decrease in incidents of severe crime. However, we deplore the increase in low-level incidents that have affected minority communities, and we should not close our eyes to ongoing problems, including widespread organized crime. We also call on all authorities to ensure that the strongest possible measures are taken to ensure that no incidents affecting international personnel take place.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6.25 p.m. 11-43737”
2011-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6597 (2011) · source
“In favour: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Gabon, Germany, India, Lebanon, Nigeria, Portugal, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and United States of America. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2003 (2011). I now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the adoption of the resolution.”
2011-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6597 (2011) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/201l/47l, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/20ll/422, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (S/2011/422). It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by Show of hands.”
2011-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6597 (2011) · source
“A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Gabon, Germany, India, Lebanon, Nigeria, Portugal, Russian Federation, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America. The President: There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2002 (2011). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 5.35 p.m. 11-4373]”
2011-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6596 (2011) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2011/470, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by France, Gabon, Germany and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2011/433, which contains a letter dated 18 July 201l from the Chairman of the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) 2 and 1907 (2009) concerning Somalia and Eritrea addressed to the President of the Security Council, transmitting the Report of the Monitoring Group on Somalia and Eritrea. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote.”
2011-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6596 (2011) · source
“There are no further speakers inscribed on my list. I now invite members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on this subject. The meeting rose at 10.30 am.”
2011-07-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6595 (2011) · source