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“The General Assembly and the Security Council tasked the PBC to focus on, inter alia, institution-building efforts necessary for recovery from conflict. I wish to offer a few ideas on how the Peacebuilding Commission's role could further evolve in this respect. The Commission's engagement offers a political forum necessary to facilitate among national stakeholders the development of their own prioritization for peacebuilding. The Commission can encourage the identification of the crucial institutions and mechanisms needed to make post-conflict societies more resilient and capable of addressing tensions and challenges through non-violent means.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“From power-sharing and rotation, and the active participation of women in decision-making processes, to the fair distribution of wealth and economic opportunities, societies emerging from conflict struggle to rebuild themselves on the basis of new rules of the game. Thirdly, it is important to keep in mind that entities such as the community, community-based organizations, the private sector and civil society also represent forms of institutions and are essential to advancing national reconciliation, restoring trust, rebuilding the social fabric and generating economic opportunities in conflict-affected societies. Peacebuilding is certainly a major challenge for the whole United Nations system, but how can the United Nations peacebuilding architecture contribute to institution-building in post-conflict environments?”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“We should encourage ongoing mapping of existing national institutions and capacities in critical peacebuilding areas - such as in the security and justice sectors, basic services and economic revitalization - and build on these existing national capacities. At the same time, a thorough analysis and dialogue with national stakeholders are crucial to prioritization within a broader national peacebuilding vision. Secondly, there is an important need to develop a common institutional understanding within conflict- torn societies. Institution-building goes beyond establishing and nurturing organizational structures.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“Today's debate will allow us to delve deeper into the critical aspect of institution-building in complex post- conflict settings. To this end, I wish to highlight three overarching points from which we can possibly approach institution-building from a peacebuilding perspective. First, the principle of national ownership, as the Secretary-General has made very clear, should stand at the beginning of any effort to build or rebuild institutions in countries emerging from conflict. Every post-conflict situation is unique, there is no one size that fits all and, thus, approaches to institution-building might vary considerably. In many cases, most notably such as in post- conflict Bosnia and Herzegovina, we should not assume that the institutions and capacities needed to transform and rebuild the State and society are completely absent.”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“Mr. Wittig: I would like at the outset to thank the presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina for convening ll-21268 this important debate and preparing the draft presidential statement. I particularly welcome the presence of the Secretary-General and also thank the Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, Mr. Guterres, for his comprehensive briefing. Allow me to make the following remarks in my capacity as the Chairperson of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). I have just five more days as PBC Chair, but I will relish them. The question of national capacity development in the context of post-conflict peacebuilding has been particularly addressed as a main theme in the Secretary-General's 2009 report on peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of conflict (S/2009/304).”
2011-01-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6472 (2011) · source
“Credible elections are crucial for political stability and ongoing reconstruction efforts in Haiti. Germany joins the call on all political leaders in Haiti to assume their responsibilities and work together in order to bring the electoral process to a successful conclusion. In conclusion, Germany remains committed to supporting Haiti's critical needs. Together, we can make 2011 a better year for Haiti.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“We welcome the continued efforts of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mulet and Under-Secretary-General Le Roy to engage the political leadership in Haiti in a dialogue aimed at enhancing political stability and national unity. The decision of the Government of Haiti to call upon the Organization of American States (OAS) to send an expert verification mission for the first round of the presidential elections was a good one. We fully support the recommendations of the OAS expert verification mission contained in its report. We commend the Provisional Electoral Council for having provided access to information for the OAS mission. We now urge the Provisional Electoral Council to take the logical second step and base its decisions on the OAS recommendations regarding the second round of the presidential elections.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“Let me mention a point of concern to us - the protection of people from sexual violence, in particular girls and women living in camps. We welcome ongoing efforts to address this situation. We should not forget the central role of the people of Haiti in rebuilding their country. The strength, the determination and the spirit of millions of Haitians command our respect. Let me turn to the second key aspect. If the ongoing recovery, reconstruction and development are to succeed, political stability is indispensable. The current political crisis surrounding the first round of the presidential elections is a cause of serious concern to us. The Council has consistently underlined the immense importance of free and fair elections in Haiti to laying the political foundations on which to rebuild the country.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“We would like to encourage OCHA to continue its efforts with a view to further improving coordination among all the stakeholders involved. We also recall that millions of private donors demonstrated their solidarity with the hard-hit people of Haiti in a truly unprecedented manner. These donors expect our best efforts to ensure that their aid reaches the people in need. In 2011, the focus of international assistance will continue to shift from humanitarian towards reconstruction efforts. We commend the constructive work of the Interim Haiti Recovery Commission. Germany, like others, has contributed substantially from the outset to the relief and reconstruction efforts conducted by the United Nations and other humanitarian organizations.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“Please allow me to share some of our views, mainly on two aspects: the humanitarian tragedy and the international efforts to assist the people of Haiti; and ways to overcome the current political crisis. First, we are grateful to all the aid workers from the United Nations and hundreds of non-governmental organizations in Haiti for their tireless efforts in very difficult circumstances. They did not falter when faced with the magnitude of the catastrophe. We acknowledge the important role and contribution of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and appreciate the efforts undertaken to date. OCHA is working in a very complex and difficult environment, with hundreds of non-governmental organizations working in the field.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“One year after the devastating earthquake in Haiti, our thoughts are with the victims and their families. We recall the extraordinary sacrifice made by the personnel of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). I would also like to thank Under-Secretary- General Valerie Amos and Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy and their teams, as well as the countries contributing to MINUSTAH for their great commitment to tackling the multitude of challenges we are facing in Haiti. We are grateful for today's comprehensive briefings and analysis of the situation in Haiti, which continues to be complex and challenging. I also thank Mr. Cazeau for his remarks. Haiti has suffered beyond imagination.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“It was created in order to bring stability to the country and to end impunity by prosecuting persons responsible for the attack of 14 February 2005. The reasons for establishing the Special Tribunal remain valid. Germany calls on all parties to support the important work of the Tribunal, to respect its independence and to refrain from political interference and coercion. The successful conclusion of the work of the Special Tribunal is essential to long-term stability in Lebanon. Germany will continue to support the Tribunal. Regional efforts aimed at stabilizing the situation are very welcome. At the same time, we cannot compromise when it comes to justice.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“We need to be clear about the parameters of such a solution and our willingness to support its implementation, as required. The international community stands ready to invest considerably in a peaceful settlement and to help shape the way forward, but only the parties themselves can make the crucial compromises and lay the foundations for a better future. It is up to them to take the decisive steps and commit themselves unambiguously. With regard to Lebanon, we call on all parties to abide by their obligations under resolution 1701 (2006). I would like to recall that the decision to establish the Special Tribunal was taken following a request by Lebanon and on the basis of negotiations between Lebanon and the United Nations.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“Germany commends the tireless efforts of and valuable services delivered by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and this year will continue to support UNRWA by contributing an additional amount of $8 million. Finally, the strong support of the international community is crucial to progress in the peace process. We need an even more active role of the Middle East Quartet. We welcome the Quartet meeting of principals in Munich scheduled for 5 February, and expect a strong political signal in that regard. The active backing of Arab States is necessary to creating an atmosphere conducive to progress. We need to send a clear and unambiguous message that we stick to our shared vision of two States living side by side in peace and security.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“Fourth is Gaza. If we are to prevent the further isolation and radicalization of the population in Gaza, the policy of closure must end. Recent decisions by the Government of Israel to ease access to and exports from Gaza are steps in the right direction. Those decisions need to be fully implemented. Import and export flows should return to pre-2007 levels. Complementary measures are necessary to allow for the economic recovery of Gaza, while addressing Israel's legitimate security concerns. In that respect, we call for the full implementation of resolution 1860 (2009). We remain seriously concerned about the fate of the Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, who has been in captivity for much too long. He must be released without further delay.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“Secondly, both sides must work hard on creating an atmosphere conducive to progress. That includes abiding by international law and previous commitments, particularly the provisions of the Road Map. As the EU has consistently and repeatedly made clear, the continuation of settlement activity in the occupied Palestinian territories is illegal under international law and an obstacle to peace. It must stop. At the same time, the Palestinian side must refrain from incitement and violence. Thirdly, Palestinian State-building needs to be continued. Sustainable peace will need to rest on two pillars: a negotiated settlement and viable institutions of the future State of Palestine. We congratulate the Palestinian National Authority on the progress achieved so far in institution-building, including implementation of the Fayyad Plan.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“There is also broad international consensus about the key parameters of the solution: borders based on the 1967 lines, with agreed territorial swaps; Jerusalem as the future capital of two States; an agreed, just, fair and realistic solution to the refugee question; and arrangements that ensure the security, both collective and individual, of the Israeli and Palestinian people. Progress toward that goal is urgently needed. I wish to make four points that we believe are fundamental to making progress. First, sustainable peace can be achieved only through negotiations. We urge both parties to return to direct negotiations and to engage substantively on final status issues. Such negotiations must be conducted with the goal of achieving a framework agreement within the l2-month period defined by the Middle East Quartet.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“A just, lasting and comprehensive solution is needed if we want to prevent the conflict from continuing to overshadow the lives of millions of people and from being a catalyst of extremism and violence. A continuation of the current impasse is not an option. The goal is clear: we want to see the State of Israel and a sovereign, independent, democratic, contiguous and viable State of Palestine living side by side in peace and security. That objective is shared by practically the entire international community. It has repeatedly been endorsed by the parties themselves. We remain convinced that there is no viable alternative to the two-State solution.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“I wish to thank Under- Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe for his comprehensive briefing and the Permanent Observer of Palestine for his statement. Germany aligns itself with the statement to be delivered later by the delegation of the European Union (EU) on behalf of the Union. For too long, the peoples in the Middle East have suffered from conflict and confrontation. They aspire to peace, freedom and a decent life. It is our long- standing conviction that good governance, the rule of law and religious tolerance, including protection of religious minorities, form the basic pillars upon which durable stability and prosperity are based. It is time to finally make decisive progress towards a peaceful solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
2011-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6470 (2011) · source
“By holding this meeting today, three days after the conclusion of the polling, the Security Council again sends a strong message of concern and responsibility to the parties and people in the Sudan. The referendum in the Sudan shows what the Council can achieve for the maintenance of international peace and security if it acts in a timely and united manner that includes clear messages. We all know that huge challenges remain for peace and stability in the Sudan. Germany is ready to contribute to the work of the Security Council towards a peaceful and prosperous future for the Sudan.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“While we support all efforts by UNAMID, particular attention must be paid to the mission's core mandate, namely, the protection of civilians and humanitarian access. For several years now, the Security Council has assumed responsibility for the situation in the Sudan and the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, which led to the Southern Sudan referendum. The determination and the unity of the Council have been key to the negotiations and the preparations that preceded the referendum. The parties to the CPA were always able to count on the support of the Council. At the same time, what the Council expected from the parties in the Sudan was very clear.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“We also repeat that those responsible for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community as a whole committed in Darfur must be brought to justice. In that context, we recall resolution 1593 (2005). We support the Doha peace talks and call upon all parties to participate in the peace process hosted by the Government of Qatar, as well as to cooperate with Joint African Union-United Nations Mediator Bassole. We expect all parties to carefully study the proposals elaborated by the mediation in Qatar and we urge all parties to the conflict in Darfur to continue negotiations and to conclude a ceasefire agreement immediately and without preconditions. We repeat our calls to ensure full and unhindered access for the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) throughout the mission area.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“Debt relief, free trade and economic and development cooperation in the North and the South are necessary to open a path towards a peaceful and prosperous future. The positive news on the referendum must not divert our attention from the situation in Darfur. We are very concerned about the continuing violence in that region and about the displacement of thousands of people. The situation of children in particular should be one of our primary concerns. We call upon all parties to the conflict to fully respect the humanitarian principles, including humanitarian access. We are especially concerned about the abduction by an unidentified armed group of three Bulgarian members of the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service in Darfur. We demand their immediate release.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“We therefore suggest that the Sudan Consultative Forum, under the joint chairmanship of Thabo Mbeki as Head of the African Union High Level Implementation Panel on the Sudan and the United Nations, meet at the earliest convenience to address those questions. The parties and the Security Council also need to look beyond the CPA and be prepared to act swiftly to address the challenges ahead and prevent future conflict. In any event, the Security Council and the international community will have to continue to extend their support to institution-building in South Sudan. Furthermore, we must not lose sight of the developments in the Northern part of the Sudan. It is in the interest of regional stability to provide a perspective there, including an economic perspective to master the upcoming challenges.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“All parties in the Sudan now need to continue to cooperate in good faith in the resolution of their differences. Multiple and serious challenges remain. The violence in Abyei during the first days of the referendum demonstrated that a swift and durable solution of the question of Abyei was of the utmost importance. We urge all parties in the area to refrain from using violence and to seek peaceful solutions to their conflicts. We urgently call upon the parties to the CPA to reach an agreement on Abyei as well as on other remaining CPA and post-referendum issues, such as citizenship, the rights of Northerners in the South and of Southerners in the North, wealth sharing, border demarcation and security arrangements. All these issues have the potential to undo the progress realized so far.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“Germany also extends its gratitude to the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission in Khartoum and the Southern Sudan Referendum Bureau in Juba. Without their tireless efforts and careful preparations, this success would not have been possible. Germany is also grateful for the invaluable contribution of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan under the leadership of Special Representative Menkerios. We commend all domestic and international monitoring teams that followed the process closely. My country took part in the observer mission of the European Union, and Germany also supported voter education, continues to support the Southern Sudan Police Service and is engaging in intense political dialogue with the parties. We are happy to have been able to contribute to the success of the referendum process.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“This is the first time that Germany is taking the floor in the Council as one of the new non-permanent members. Allow me to express my country's determination to assume the responsibility associated with membership in the Security Council. Germany will contribute to the work of the Security Council in the interest of the United Nations as a whole. Like others, I would like to express our gratitude to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Sudan, Mr. Haile Menkerios, and to President Benjamin Mkapa for their informed and encouraging briefings. Germany welcomes the peaceful voting during the referendum and joins others in congratulating the parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and the people of the Sudan.”
2011-01-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6468 (2011) · source
“Allow me to conclude by stressing that we can make progress only if all relevant entities within the United Nations system, including the newly-created UN Women, work together closely, while also actively involving civil society stakeholders.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“Finally, victims of sexual violence and abuse need help to treat the physical and mental scars left on them and their families and to enable them once again to actively participate in communal life. States must therefore provide adequate protection services and find prompt and non-bureaucratic ways to support victims, where appropriate with the help of the United Nations system. Germany commends the United Nations organizations on their valuable work in this field, including the important activities of the Trust Fund in Support of Actions to Eliminate Violence against Women, which Germany has actively supported in the past.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“Moreover, the Council must make full use of all existing instruments at its disposal, such as relevant sanctions committees, to address sexual violence, including by referring relevant cases to the International Criminal Court. Moreover, we must strive to find better ways of guaranteeing the safety and physical integrity of women and children during armed conflict. This includes early warning mechanisms, as well as more awareness-raising campaigns and pertinent training, including the training of peacekeepers. Germany supports several training programmes and awareness- raising campaigns on sexual violence, in close cooperation with United Nations entities.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“This mechanism should work similarly to and in close cooperation with the one already existing on children and armed conflict, and also take into account the indicators endorsed by the Security Council in October during its open debate (see S/PV.6411) on resolution 1325 (2000). Collecting data is not enough, but it is a much- needed first step in the fight against impunity. Perpetrators have to be brought to justice. Bearing in mind the main responsibility of States to investigate and prosecute those abominable crimes, international cooperation and the continued leadership of the Security Council are also of utmost importance. We therefore support the Secretary General's proposal to set up a listing and de-listing mechanism, such as that for sexual violence against children.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“With the adoption of resolutions 1820 (2008) and 1888 (2009), the Council gave this issue the comprehensive and global attention it deserves. We therefore strongly welcome the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/604) and its recommendations, which are reflected in the new resolution 1960 (2010) adopted by the Security Council today. It is a good resolution. We commend all Security Council members for agreeing on this important document in such a short period of time. This underlines the urgency of the problem and shows that the Council is sincerely committed to tackling this issue. As exact data is indispensable to taking timely and concrete action to prevent and react to sexual violence, Germany fully supports the creation of a new mechanism that may help to collect relevant data.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“Germany aligns itself with the statement that will be delivered by the representative of the European Union. Germany would like to thank the United States of America, in its capacity as presidency of the Security Council, for giving this important issue such a prominent role on this month's Council agenda. The appointment of Ms. Wallstrom in February this year was an important signal that increased and focused action would be undertaken in the fight against the scourge of sexual violence in conflict. No one can deny that sexual violence in armed conflict is an abhorrent crime that in some conflict areas is systematically used to destabilize whole societies, and thus constitutes a serious security problem requiring a systematic response, including by the Security Council.”
2010-12-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453 (2010) · source
“To conclude, let me briefly touch upon the need to fight impunity. This past summer, the Security Council adopted a presidential statement on children and armed conflict (S/PRST/2010/ 10), which called for increased exchange of information on persistent perpetrators between the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict and relevant sanctions committees of the Security Council. We believe that such a regular exchange of information could be a step towards ensuring compliance with applicable international law and ensuring accountability for violations thereof.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Germany looks forward to participating actively in the work of the informal Expert Group during its tenure on the Security Council. The Security Council has also done important work to enhance the protection agenda on specific thematic issues like children and women in armed conflict. Let me in that context briefly highlight the action plans pursuant to Security Council resolution 1612 (2005), in which the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict is engaging non-State parties to conflict. In our view, this is yet another practical way to enhance compliance by those groups with applicable international law. Here, as in other United Nations activities in conflict zones, United Nations access to non-State parties to conflict is key, and we would encourage Member States to grant such access.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We welcome the development of training modules on protection issues for all peacekeeping personnel and, in particular, the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) cooperation with United Nations Action against Sexual Violence in Conflict to develop relevant training materials. Germany is pleased to be associated with DPKO's important work on developing a specific United Nations police standardized training curriculum on investigating and preventing sexual and gender-based violence. We also recognize the important role the Council's informal Expert Group on the Protection of Civilians can play in incorporating protection issues in the Council's work, especially prior to the renewal of peacekeeping mandates. In that regard, we particularly welcome the updated aide-memoire endorsed today.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Military as well as civilian components of the United Nations missions in the field must have clear guidelines on their respective roles in the protection of civilians from physical violence and must work together in achieving that. It is also imperative that United Nations missions interact more with the vulnerable communities that they are tasked to protect, in order to better understand their specific protection needs. We welcome the most recent report of the Secretary-General on the protection of civilians (S/2010/579) and the conclusions and proposed practical steps contained therein. We agree on the need to develop quality benchmarks for the implementation of protection mandates by peacekeeping missions and on the need to assess and implement best practice.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Protecting civilians from the direct threat of physical violence in zones of conflict is not an easy task, as we all know. Resource constraints, difficult terrain and a sometimes tenuous consent of the host country, but also a lack of conceptual clarity and insufficient training and preparedness are challenges to the effective protection of civilians by United Nations missions. The United Nations peacekeeping reform process has acknowledged many of the shortcomings and has taken first steps to address them. In that regard, we welcome the progress made so far in developing an operational concept for the protection of civilians in United Nations peacekeeping operations, as requested by Security Council resolution 1894 (2009) of last November.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The mass rapes in Walikale in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo in July of this year - only days after the last open debate on the protection of civilians in the Security Council - serve as a stark reminder that we must do more to ensure the safety and physical integrity of civilian populations and to enhance full respect by all parties to conflict for applicable international law. Over the last years, the Security Council has developed a comprehensive normative framework on protection issues. The Council has repeatedly made it clear that the protection of civilians must be a priority for peacekeeping operations. There is, however, an implementation gap, which the Council and United Nations missions must address in order to make a tangible difference for the civilian population in zones of conflict.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Germany fully aligns itself with the statement just made by the European Union. Let me thank Under-Secretary-General Valerie Amos for her statement on behalf of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs today. I also thank Ms. Pillay, Mr. Le Roy and Director General Daccord for their contributions. The voices of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Under-Secretary- General for Peacekeeping Operations and the Director General of the International Committee of the Red Cross are particularly relevant in this debate. Civilians continue to bear the brunt of violence and abuse in armed conflicts. Women and children are particularly vulnerable and often are directly targeted.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427Resumption1 (2010) · source
“All relevant United Nations entities should work together closely in order to guarantee that the available resources are effectively channelled and measured against the indicators proposed in the Secretary-General's report. The setting up of an efficient monitoring system that measures progress achieved for women on the ground is also essential. In this context, Germany welcomes the creation of the new gender entity UN Women, which should play a leading role in this regard. The new Under-Secretary-General, Ms. Bachelet, whom we warmly congratulate, has our fullest support for the challenging task lying ahead of her. 10-60385 I am confident that with the realization of all the commitments made today, we can and, we hope, will achieve real progress in meeting the challenges ahead of us.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We are of the opinion that partnerships between Member States and the United Nations are crucial. The United Nations police standardized training curriculum on investigating and preventing sexual and gender- based violence, organized by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and funded by my country, is but one example. In several seminars, women police officers from all parts of the world can come together, share their experiences and work out a concept of how to better prevent abhorrent crimes of that nature from happening in the future. Besides actions being undertaken by Member States, the United Nations as a whole has an important role to play in the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). As in other areas, delivering as one should form the leitmotiv for United Nations action.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“While striving for the full and timely implementation of the entire resolution, looking ahead, priority will be given to, first, increased participation of women in national, regional and international institutions and mechanisms, particularly in higher positions; secondly, to financial and technical support for United Nations gender-awareness-raising campaigns; thirdly, a gender perspective during and after the negotiation of peace agreements; and fourthly, the special needs of women combatants in demobilization and reintegration processes. To achieve progress in those areas, Germany will set up a list of national and international priority initiatives. We will also continue to support international organizations and non-governmental organizations in promoting women's empowerment.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Germany therefore also welcomes the action plan contained in the Secretary-General's report on resolution 1889 (2009) (S/2010/466), including the call for increased financing for gender equality and women's empowerment in countries emerging from conflict. It is time to move towards more concrete action. What can Member States and the United Nations as a whole do? Starting with my own country, the German Government will shortly present its third implementation report on resolution 1325 (2000) to Parliament.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“That will enable us not only to measure progress, but also to ensure that all aspects of resolution 1325 (2000) are adequately addressed. The protection of women and their participation in all parts of society are two sides of the same coin. Resolution 1325 (2000) clearly stipulates that women must be seen as active players whose contributions in all aspects of peacebuilding and peacekeeping processes are absolutely essential for the reconstruction of societies and in achieving sustainable peace and development. Empowering women is important in security sector reform, as well as in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration processes.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Let me first of all thank you, Mr. President, for giving today's subject such a prominent and fitting place on the Security Council's agenda this month. Germany aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of the European Union later in the debate. As a member of the Group of Friends of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), Germany attaches great importance indeed to the issue of women and peace and security. We therefore commend the Secretary-General for his very comprehensive and substantial report (S/2010/498), especially his clear and action-oriented recommendations on the implementation of the resolution. We fully share his analysis with regard to the gaps that still exist and the need to introduce indicators and an adequate monitoring mechanism.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to note that the progress in developing the Secretary-General's reports related to peacebuilding has helped to highlight a number of opportunities and challenges facing the continuing evolution of the United Nations peacebuilding agenda. By generating the need for the actors to engage in and contribute to the recommendations, we are gradually placing emphasis on the need for better integration of efforts. The PBC is committed to continue to champion the cause for a more responsive, coherent and integrated United Nations peacebuilding agenda. A closer synergy between the Security Council and the Commission will certainly be a crucial step on the path towards that end.”
2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source
“As members are aware, the PBC mandate recognizes the role that women play in peacebuilding, both as victims of conflict and as critical agents for positive change and for rebuilding societies emerging from conflict. The PBC will continue to work with all relevant actors in the countries on its agenda, to ensure that its advice is gender-responsive and that women's role and participation in peacebuilding are appropriately reflected. We also look forward to engaging with the newly established UN Women, and we take this opportunity to congratulate Mrs. Michelle Bachelet on her assumption of the leadership of that new agency.”
2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source
“There are encouraging signs of more dynamic country-specific linkages, such as in the case of the Central African Republic. Fourthly, on financing, we cannot overemphasize the need for coordinated and more predictable financial support for peacebuilding initiatives. We therefore reaffirm the need for flexible financing for peacebuilding instruments. We noted in this regard the progress made in the process for Peacebuilding Fund projects approval through the Immediate Response Facility and an increased envelope from this facility for up to $10 million. The PBC has contributed to the report on women's participation in peacebuilding during the drafting phase. We noted the action plan, which aimed at a more gender-responsive peacebuilding agenda.”
2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We shall anticipate the outcome of the ongoing reviews of roles and responsibilities in these areas. As we all know, a more coherent and effective peacebuilding response will benefit from clarity and consequently from establishing solid accountability frameworks for actions in these priority peacebuilding areas. Thirdly, where the relationship between the United Nations and the World Bank is concerned, the PBC devoted a significant portion of its activities in 2010 to exploring means to strengthen the partnership with the World Bank. We therefore welcome the ongoing initiatives to strengthen the relationship with between the United Nations and the World Bank at the headquarters level and underline the need for more concrete progress in the field.”
2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source