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1. “Finally, allow me to say that my delegation looks forward to participating in a forthcoming Security Council mission to Kosovo.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

2. “It is important that UNMIK engage Belgrade on the implementation of the concept. My second point relates to returns. We agree with Mr. Steiner that returns are a top priority for all, and we support the launching by him and Prime Minister Rexhepi of the Task Force on Returns to give high- level support to and coordinate the returns programme in order to invigorate the returns process. The goal must be for returns to be sustainable and for returnees to be integrated into society - which, we note, is far from the case in some municipalities. The international community's continued support is essential. We hope that the donor conference for Kosovo, held in Brussels yesterday, produced the necessary outcome with respect to the funding of the returns programme.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

3. “I would like to raise two specific issues, the first of which is the consequences of the municipal elections held last month. While the elections were successfully and peacefully conducted, it is unfortunate that the Kosovo Serbs turned out in low numbers. That has not helped their cause in terms of having greater involvement in political life in Kosovo. The results of the elections bear this out. Even more so now, the majority in Kosovo must protect the rights of the minorities, and the minorities must make a greater effort to participate in the political and social life of the society. In that regard, we welcome the support given by the leaders of the Kosovo communities for the decentralization concept, and Special Representative Steiner's intention to push ahead with that concept.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

4. “We are, therefore, glad to note that the benchmarks approach has the support of the Kosovo political entities themselves, to the extent that the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government have established a mechanism to monitor progress and some of the Institutions have formulated action plans for attaining the standards that have been set. We are also pleased to learn that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) is developing a set of progress indicators to systematically track what has been achieved and to identify the aspects where greater efforts have to be made. This would facilitate something we have repeatedly encouraged: a more in-depth analysis of the benchmarks to ascertain the trend lines and any emerging threats so that necessary action can be taken.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

5. “We would first like to thank Under-Secretary-General Guehenno for his usual thorough and useful briefing on the latest developments in Kosovo. Looking at the overall picture, it is clear that the situation on the ground in Kosovo will continue to require continued United Nations and international engagement for some time to come. Indeed, the benchmarks process initiated by Special Representative Steiner provides a useful framework to determine the state of affairs in Kosovo. Aptly given the slogan "Standards before status", the benchmarks framework gives a precise and coherent picture of the standards that have to be achieved on the ground before an ultimate solution can be found to the issue of Kosovo.”

   2002-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4643 (2002) · source

6. “The smooth running of the 5 October elections by the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina is a model for the new Government to emulate in going about its business. Secondly, we commend Mr. Klein and the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) for the outstanding work they have done in reforming the police sector. We reiterate the need for a smooth transition from the International Police Task Force to the European Union Police Mission at the end of this year. The tangible and intangible gains made by UNMIBH in all aspects of police reform should be built upon; none should fall through the cracks during the process of handing over. Here, we have a question similar to that posed earlier by the United States on whether there are any particular problems with the transition.”

   2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

7. “We would like to thank the High Representative, Lord Ashdown, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Klein, for their comprehensive and useful briefings. I would like to make two points. First, we support Lord Ashdown's goal of preparing Bosnia and Herzegovina for statehood within the European Union and his having set the rule of law and jobs as his top priorities. The rule of law is central to any society, not least to one that has just emerged from conflict. Jobs are an indicator of the state of a country's economy, progress in which is important for the country's viability and stability. The next Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina must therefore heed the call to act on implementing the key reforms in the rule of law and making Bosnia work agenda.”

   2002-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4631 (2002) · source

8. “As the Security Council regularly discusses Kosovo, we would encourage deeper reflection and analysis of the benchmark areas to ascertain the trends and any threats that may emerge. Reinforcing and preventive actions can then be taken as necessary. The unhealthy situation in Mitrovica and some other parts of Kosovo and the plaguing energy problem are issues of particular concern. We note from Mr. Annabi's briefing the potential threat looming on the horizon of ethnic Serb displaced persons blocking crossing points at the Kosovo administrative border. This could undermine the returns programme and efforts to reintegrate the ethnic Serbs and other minorities into Kosovo society. We urge UNMIK, Belgrade and the Kosovo leaders to make their best efforts to resolve these problems.”

   2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

9. “At the last public meeting on Kosovo, we made the point that the benchmarks process appeared to have already contributed to substantial progress in a number of critical areas, such as responsible Government institutions, law and order, and return and reconciliation of displaced persons. However, we also noted that much more remained to be done to bring security, stability and advancement to the province, and that the vision of an all-inclusive multi-ethnic society was still some distance away. In this regard we hope that the negative reactions to the arrests will not lead Kosovo in the opposite direction from the vision that Mr. Steiner has set out for the province. We call on the Kosovo leaders to play their part in strengthening respect for the rule of law and for UNMIK's authority in Kosovo.”

   2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

10. “This is of great concern, more so since establishing the rule of law is central to any peacekeeping operation. Listed as one of the benchmark areas for the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999), the rule of law is a key condition for the readiness of Kosovo society and institutions to establish a process for determining the final status of the territory. The benchmarks document prepared by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Steiner, is clear on what the rule of law entails. Explicit guidelines on what needs to be accomplished under the rule of law demonstrate the usefulness of the benchmarks process as a tool for measuring progress and directing the way forward.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

11. “We are pleased and honoured to see you, Mr. President, presiding over this meeting. It confirms the importance that Bulgaria attaches to the Kosovo issue. We would like to thank Assistant Secretary- General Annabi for his useful update on the situation in Kosovo. It is right that he highlighted adverse reactions to the recent arrests of former members of the Kosovo Liberation Army and the unsuccessful planned arrest of Milan Ivanovic. We condemn these negative reactions, and we welcome and support the efforts to calm down the situation. To suggest that there are political motivations in the actions of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK), and to stage protests against them, is not only destabilizing; it is also a direct challenge to UNMIK's authority in enforcing the rule of law in Kosovo.”

    2002-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4605 (2002) · source

12. “The Federal Republic of Yugoslavia has cooperated well with UNMIK in many areas. We hope that the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia will extend its cooperation to the Mission with regard to Mitrovica as well. It is evident from the statements of Mr. Covic' and Mr. Steiner that there are wide differences on the Mitrovica issue. In that regard, we should like to ask Mr. Steiner and Mr. Covie what confidence-building measures can be put in place to bring Mitrovica closer to a solution.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

13. “Much more remains to be done to bring security, stability and advancement to the province, and the Vision of an all-inclusive, multi-ethnic society is still some distance away. In that regard, we would appreciate it if Mr. Steiner could give us his assessment concerning the factors that have led to the substantial progress made in Kosovo in recent months. Perhaps he could also share with us his views on how such factors could be harnessed and reinforced to bring Kosovo further towards his vision for the territory. We know that one key issue with regard to which there has been little forward movement is Mitrovica. The fact that the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) has been unable fully to exercise its authority over Mitrovica is worrisome.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

14. “They will be used as a means of regularly measuring progress, building capacity within the Kosovo institutions, stimulating planning processes and engaging the resources of the entire Mission." (para. 61) We agree fully with the Secretary-General on the purposes of the benchmarks, and we are glad to note that the provisional institutions have embraced benchmarks as internal goals and ends and that they are becoming more and more involved in developing and taking tangible steps to meet those benchmarks. Indeed, the benchmark process appears already to have contributed to substantial progress in a number of critical areas in Kosovo - responsible Government institutions, law and order and the return and reconciliation of displaced persons, to name a few. However, it is clear that Kosovo is not yet out of the woods.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

15. “First of all, we should like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Steiner, for yet another useful briefing, as well as to thank Deputy Prime Minister Covie for his important statement. I should like to make a few points of particular interest and concern to my delegation, and to pose some questions. At last month's public Council meeting on Kosovo, we commended Mr. Steiner for spelling out detailed benchmarks for the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). Today, we are taking advantage of the opportunity of his presence to commend him in person. As the Secretary-General said in his report (S/2002/779), those benchmarks u . will be used as a strategic planning tool to provide direction and a vision for both the provisional institutions and UNMIK.”

    2002-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4592 (2002) · source

16. “Although the Security Council cannot and should not determine the final status of Kosovo at this point, the Council must also not delay establishing a settlement mechanism or process that would remove the uncertainties that perpetuate tension and instability in the territory. We look forward to discussing the political road map for Kosovo.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

17. “Steiner's view that the time has not yet come for such a process to start, but it should not be put off for too long. At the very least, the process should be defined. If put together well, in consultation with all of the major players on Kosovo, a settlement mechanism could in fact serve as a key confidence-building measures among the parties to the Kosovo problem - Serbia, the Kosovo Albanians and the ethnic Serb minority in the territory. While not prejudging the final status, the mechanism would present to the parties an explicit guide on how the final-status issue could be resolved eventually, and with such a clear process the political will of the parties could begin to build upon the positive trends to address the long-term future of Kosovo in accordance with resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

18. “It also ensures that any international hopes of withdrawing from Kosovo will be frustrated." In its accompanying report on "A Kosovo Road Map (II): Internal Benchmarks", the International Crisis Group also states: "Such benchmarks are indispensable for assessing Kosovo's internal progress. However, while the achievement of these standards must influence the timing of the implementation of an agreed final status, it should neither delay decisions on status nor determine what form it should take. The fact that much remains to be done internally is no reason to delay a formal consideration of the relative merits of different options for final status." We agree with the Group's recommendation that a process to move towards the resolution of the final status should be initiated without further delay. We note Mr.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

19. “For this reason, as well as others, there is now a greater urgency to establish a mechanism for determining Kosovo's final status. The International Crisis Group report of 1 March 2002 on "A Kosovo Road Map (I): Addressing Final Status" states: "The refusal to address Kosovo's final status perpetuates an inherently unstable situation. As long as Albanian fears and Serb hopes of Kosovo's eventual reincorporation into Yugoslavia are allowed to persist, efforts to develop normal relations between the two communities, either within Kosovo or between Kosovo and Serbia, are unlikely to bear fruit. While the issue remains open, each side will continue to regard the other as a threat. This puts at risk both Kosovo's fragile peace and the significant international investment in the province.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

20. “The aim at the end of the day must be to establish a viable Kosovo that contributes to regional stability. We believe that one important aspect of a political road map for Kosovo is a resolution of the final status of the territory. Allow me to reiterate that in paragraph 11 (e) of resolution 1244 (1999), the Council decided that UNMIK should facilitate a political process designed to determine Kosovo's future status, taking into account the Rambouillet accords. Those accords call for the convening of an international meeting three years after the entry into force of the accords to determine a mechanism for a final settlement for Kosovo on the basis of the will of the people. The Rambouillet accords were signed on 18 March 1999, hence the deadline has already passed.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

21. “These benchmarks, as the Secretary-General pointed out, are for the purpose of providing the necessary political road map for UNMIK and the provisional institutions of self-government. We agree with the Secretary-General that we should avoid undercutting the achievements made so far and that "premature disengagement could lead to a vacuum of power and instability that could be filled by organized crime and extremism." (S/2002/436, para. 54) With a well-defined political road map, all of the actors in Kosovo would have one common, comprehensive strategy to guide their presence and support for the territory. A clear benchmark set would allow them to monitor the progress made and to fine- tune their involvement with and assistance to Kosovo accordingly.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

22. “While not akin to a regular review mechanism for UNMIK, similar to those for all other United Nations peacekeeping operations, such assessments by the Council on a regular basis allow it to review the implementation of the mandates we gave to UNMIK and KFOR. As we have said previously, reviews are a way for the Security Council to maintain regular oversight and to impose discipline on a system, through assessing the progress made in line with set benchmarks. We are therefore pleased to note that the Secretary-General has, in his latest report, asked his Special Representative to develop benchmarks against which progress can be measured in several critical areas.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

23. “Dialogue and cooperation between the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, UNMIK and, recently, the provisional institutions of self-government - imperative for the full implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) - have yielded positive results, significantly, the transfer of Kosovo Albanian prisoners by the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia into UNMIK's custody. We look forward to progress on returns, the issue of missing persons and other issues listed in the Common Document signed by UNMIK and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. We welcome the opportunity to participate in today's comprehensive assessment of the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999).”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

24. “We commend Mr. Steiner for his efforts in this and other areas of priority. We note, however, that despite the best efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and of KFOR, the rate of return of displaced persons from the Kosovo Serb and other minority communities remains low, and ethnically motivated attacks continue. Of particular concern is the increase in violence against officers of the UNMIK police and the Kosovo Police Service. We support UNMIK and KFOR stepping up their efforts to create the necessary conditions for sustainable returns in an inclusive society in which all communities can live freely and in peace, and we urge the provisional institutions of self-government to give their full support. We also call on all Kosovars fully to respect the rule of law.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

25. “At this stage, these priorities are at the heart of ensuring the further implementation of resolution 1244 (1999). They aptly build on those priorities outlined by the previous Special Representatives of the Secretary- General for Kosovo. We are honoured by Mr. Bernard Kouchner's presence earlier at this important meeting. In assessing the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999), we must look at the trend lines since the resolution was adopted. We are glad to note the substantial progress that has been made in the political sphere, despite difficult periods of tension and deadlock. Two political landmarks have been achieved since Mr. Steiner took up his post: the formation of a coalition Government and, most recently, the agreement to include a Serb representative in the provisional institutions of self-government in Kosovo.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

26. “We would first like to welcome Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Nebojsa Covic' and the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Michael Steiner, to the Security Council. We thank them for their comprehensive and informative statement and briefing, respectively. Together with the excellent report of the Secretary- General on Kosovo, they have set out a useful framework for a comprehensive assessment of the implementation of resolution 1244 (1999) to date. This was a suggestion that you made, Mr. President - and which we supported - at last month's public meeting on Kosovo. Singapore supports the three priorities that Mr. Steiner has set out for Kosovo: laying the foundations for economic progress, tackling crime and violence, and creating a fair and safe society for all communities.”

    2002-04-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4518 (2002) · source

27. “How does the WFP implement that provision in practice? Finally, we would like to welcome the appointment of Mr. James Morris as the next Executive Director of WFP. We wish him the best of luck, as he clearly has big shoes to fill.”

    2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source

28. “We have two specific questions to pose to Ms. Bertini in this regard. First, the Security Council recently adopted resolution 1401 (2002) to establish the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). The integrated and unified structure of UNAMA is very much an innovation. Could Ms. Bertini let us have her views on how WFP fits into such an integrated structure and whether there is anything the Security Council could do to better help such an integration? Secondly, an important element of resolution 1401 (2002) is its paragraph 4, which notes that recovery and reconstruction assistance will be most effective "where local authorities contribute to the maintenance of a secure environment and demonstrate respect for human rights" and, as such, should be directed to those areas.”

    2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source

29. “By targeting women for distribution of food relief and putting women at the top of its priority lists for its operations, WFP recognizes both the special vulnerability of women and girls and the unique and valuable role that women can play - a dual quality to which the Security Council itself has attached great importance in its discussions on women and peace and security. In the case of Afghanistan, WFP continued to operate there even in the darkest days of that country's recent history. Our worst fears of a widespread famine in Afghanistan this winter were averted thanks to the efforts of WFP. This has helped significantly in how the international community's role is perceived in Afghanistan. Although developments in that country have generally been on an upward trend, many daunting challenges remain ahead.”

    2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source

30. “We are pleased to have the opportunity today to convey our gratitude to WFP for keeping the United Nations flag flying. As one of the few high-level women's appointments in the United Nations system, Ms. Bertini will not only be remembered for the exceptional work she has done in WFP for a decade; she is also an inspiration to women all over the world. She will be sorely missed after her departure. Indeed, WFP is an outstanding example of how such cross-cutting issues as gender can be effectively mainstreamed into operations.”

    2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source

31. “We would first like to welcome Ms. Catherine Bertini, Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP), to the Security Council and thank her for her comprehensive briefing. We would like to pay our tribute to her for the outstanding achievements that she has made, as so eloquently described by Ambassador Levitte. WFP operates in most, if not all, the conflict areas dealt with by the Security Council. In many briefings to the Council, we often hear of innovative methods of delivery of food aid by WFP in extremely harsh circumstances. Often, WFP launches emergency operations before the international community is able to grapple with the situation and toils to sustain fragile peace and to support the road to recovery long after the media's short attention span has shifted away.”

    2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507 (2002) · source

32. “The onus is therefore on the leaders and people of Bosnia and Herzegovina to attain the fundamental progress needed to establish a fully Viable State integrated with Europe. Before I conclude, allow me to convey our appreciation and commendation to Mr. Petritsch for his commitment and efforts in advancing the peace process and improving the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In difficult circumstances, Mr. Petritsch has achieved substantial results during his term as High Representative. We would also like to join our colleagues in congratulating Lord Ashdown on being designated to take over as High Representative when Mr. Petritsch steps down from the post. As with Mr. Petritsch, we will give him our full support as he takes on this demanding and challenging assignment.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

33. “It is clear that, while there is no longer active conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the situation there has not reached the level of security and stability that would allow external security presences to leave the territory. As much as the EU Police Mission is required, the Stabilization Force (SFOR) also has to remain in the country when UNMIBH winds down. Bosnia and Herzegovina is fortunate to have the support of the EU, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. However, these organizations, too, cannot maintain their presence indefinitely. We note the EU's direction that the EU Police Mission should achieve its goals by the end of 2005. We also understand that there are pressures on SFOR to downsize.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

34. “We welcome the Peace Implementation Council Steering Board's acceptance of the EU offer of an EU Police Mission to take over from the International Police Task Force (IPTF) when the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) expires at the end of this year. An early decision would certainly facilitate a smooth transition from the IPTF to the EU Police Mission. We urge UNMIBH, the EU and the High Representative to make maximum use of the time available to ensure this. A seamless transition would bring to a fine conclusion the clear and well-planned exit strategy that has been established for UNMIBH. We again congratulate Mr. Klein and UNMIBH on their farsightedness in laying out a proper exit strategy that ensures that the rule of law will continue to be enhanced even when the United Nations leaves the scene.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

35. “The four Task Forces on the rule of law, institution building, economic policy, and return and reconciliation, under a cabinet of lead agencies chaired by the High Representative, provide the necessary focuses for tackling the underlying causes of the slow progress in the various aspects of Bosnia and Herzegovina. With the state authorities aptly integrated into these structures, we look forward to closer coordination and greater improvements in the country's situation. Ultimately, it is the parties involved in the problem that must take ownership. We encourage the parties to maintain their sights on Bosnia and Herzegovina's joining the European Union (EU) and to use it as a motivating force to pursue an all-inclusive, multi-ethnic society in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

36. “As we also stated then, the underlying causes of the slow process of change for the better must be addressed. We hope that, with the efforts being made by all those involved, faster progress will be made at the fundamental level. We are therefore encouraged that concerted efforts have been made to streamline the international civilian implementation efforts in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We note that the Task Force Model endorsed by the Steering Board of the Peace Implementation Council at its meeting on 28 February 2002 would raise the efficiency and effectiveness of the international presence and strengthen the role of the High Representative.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

37. “Although the Republika Srpska passed a law on cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, Radovan Karadzic and Ratko Mladic remain at large because of the Republic's refusal to help arrest them. Judicial reform is still wanting and, in the economic area, the pace of reform continues to be sluggish. Hence, while there is light shining through, dark clouds still hover over Bosnia and Herzegovina. The situation in the territory is far from being fully stabilized, which is clearly evident from there not being one single army. In the public meeting on Bosnia and Herzegovina six months ago, we noted Ambassador Kolby's remark that progress in the country was incremental and not fundamental. This, unfortunately, still holds true.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

38. “Preparations for the first general elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina under local responsibility, scheduled for 5 October this year, have made progress. Police restructuring and reform have made much headway. Last year saw an increase of 36 per cent in minority returns over those in 2000, and Bosnia and Herzegovina moved one step closer to joining the Council of Europe when the Council's Political Affairs Committee voted overwhelmingly in favour of the State's membership. At the same time, however, we are concerned about the slow progress in a number of crucial areas. The Republika Srpska authorities have not advanced much the process of reconciliation among the three constituent peoples.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

39. “At the outset, we would like to express how honoured we are to see you, Sir, in the chair for today's public meeting on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Your chairing of the meeting clearly shows the importance that Norway attaches to the issue. We are also honoured by the personal participation of the Secretary-General and thank him for his important statement. We would like to welcome Mr. Wolfgang Petritsch, Mr. Jacques Paul Klein and Mr. Javier Solana to the Council and thank them for their useful briefings. What they have told us today gives room for optimism as the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina moves forward on various fronts. We are certainly pleased that there has been further progress in bringing greater stability to the country and integrating it with Europe.”

    2002-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4484 (2002) · source

40. “On the contrary, the United Nations must continue to keep vigilant watch over East Timor. It should especially not be making plans for its early exit or substantial withdrawal from East Timor at this juncture. Besides potentially unravelling all the good that the United Nations has done in East Timor, this could also send the wrong signal to the East Timorese people. The United Nations should instead studiously work out how it can and should prevent worse-case scenarios from happening. The key to this is a continued, substantial United Nations and international presence in East Timor, even after its independence. We look forward to the Secretary-General's report on the successor mission to UNTAET post independence and we fully support the presidential statement to be adopted at the conclusion of this meeting.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

41. “The election results show that no political party has an outright, controlling two-thirds majority in the Constituent Assembly. There were also sharp differences in the voting in the various districts. Therefore, as the Constituent Assembly and the new Cabinet are being formed and the constitution is being worked out, we urge continued concord and tolerance among the political parties and the East Timorese people. The strong support of the political parties and the population for the Pact of National Unity must continue. It cannot be overemphasized that the potential for instability and a certain level of vulnerability remain even after the elections. The elections, therefore, should not signal the end of UNTAET and the United Nations considerable engagement in East Timor.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

42. “We welcome the Secretary- General's presence at this meeting. It shows the importance that he and the United Nations attach to East Timor. We would also like to thank Under- Secretary-General Guehenno for his detailed and comprehensive briefing. We are pleased to note that the Constituent Assembly elections were a smooth and peaceful affair, as we had hoped. It was also heartening to us that there was such a large turnout at the polls. These are encouraging signs for East Timor's democratic transition. The people of East Timor must be congratulated. Also, the United Nations and the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) must be commended for the good work they are doing in East Timor, which has been valuable in East Timor's transition.”

    2001-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4367 (2001) · source

43. “We know that the problems are outside UNMIBH's mandate. However, as the Secretary- General has also pointed out, these are fundamental issues that need to be addressed if the local police is to take over from a robust international security presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We would therefore appreciate an assessment by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the steps and measures that could be taken by the United Nations and the international community to help the authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina resolve these problems.”

    2001-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4330 (2001) · source

44. “The recommendation of the Secretary-General that the mandate of UNMIBH be extended for a further period of 12 months therefore has our endorsement. My colleagues before me have already raised several issues and made several observations about recent developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the activities of UNMIBH. We are in agreement with many of them. In the interests of time, we will refrain from repeating those points. We look forward to hearing the response of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to the questions raised. We have only question to raise, in connection with paragraph 13 of the report of the Secretary- General, which lists endemic problems that seriously impair police performance. These have been highlighted by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and other delegations.”

    2001-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4330 (2001) · source

45. “I shall be very brief. First, we thank Mr. Klein for his comprehensive briefing and the Secretary-General for his excellent report. Let me also state at the outset that Singapore supports the sterling work of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Klein and Commissioner Coeurderoy, as well as their colleagues in the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNMIBH) and the International Police Task Force (IPTF). They work under difficult circumstances. As the Secretary-General has noted, there are still some in Bosnia and Herzegovina who have not abandoned the path of sectarianism and separation. The goal of creating a multi-ethnic society in Bosnia and Herzegovina must not be derailed.”

    2001-06-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4330 (2001) · source

46. “But some analysts have commented that if the elections are misinterpreted as a move towards independence for Kosovo, this could lead to greater tension. We would like to ask Mr. Haekkerup what his plans are to address this concern. In conclusion, my delegation would like to thank Mr. Haekkerup for his participation in this meeting of the Security Council to brief us and share with us his views. We wish him and his staff well in carrying out UNMIK's mandate. They should be given full support by the United Nations and the international community.”

    2001-03-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4296 (2001) · source

47. “We would encourage the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to reconsider its decision. It would be appreciated if Mr. Haekkerup could shed some light on the concerns of the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and provide us with his views on how these can be addressed. How can the Security Council help in this? We would like to reiterate that Kosovo-wide elections should be held only when all the necessary conditions are in place, including the establishment of the legal framework, which we note is a view that Mr. Haekkerup shares. In stating his intentions to hold elections this year, Mr. Haekkerup has said that the election for institutions will be critical in stabilizing and developing Kosovo.”

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48. “However, progress in reconciliation and economic development depends on the Kosovo political leadership showing their readiness to build a democratic, multi-ethnic society and a sustainable market economy in Kosovo as they take on the responsibility of self-government. The full participation and engagement of all ethnic communities in Kosovo in developing substantial autonomy are also important. My delegation therefore regrets the decision of the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to withdraw the Kosovar Serb representative from the Working Group that is developing a legal framework for the Kosovo provisional government; this is coming when relations between UNMIK and the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia are improving and an UNMIK office is to be established in Belgrade soon.”

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49. “The amnesty law approved by the Parliament of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and the release of Kosovar Albanians detained in Serbia prisons under that law are most welcome. However, we share Mr. Haekkerup's call for the return of all political prisoners to Kosovo, and we hope that the whereabouts of the missing persons can be established promptly. Besides efforts to promote ethnic tolerance and reconciliation, there should also be an endeavour to stimulate economic development in Kosovo. The initial economic reconstruction measures taken and the progress they have achieved are encouraging. We support the shift in emphasis now towards developing economic sustainability. Economic growth would be a strong inducement for the Kosovo people to work towards a peaceful, stable and secure environment, so as to further build the economy.”

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50. “Haekkerup's assessment of the level of sympathy and support of the local population for the extremists and troublemakers. What are they using to gather sympathy and support from the local people for their actions? It would also be appreciated if Mr. Haekkerup could give us his views as to how the efforts of the extremists and troublemakers in this respect can be counted. Should UNMIK and KFOR embark on a concerted "hearts and minds" campaign in Kosovo? What should this entail? My delegation believes that reconciliation among the various ethnic groups and building a multi-ethnic, multireligious and multicultural society in Kosovo is the key to bringing normalcy to Kosovo. In this regard, we reiterate our call for the quick resolution of the detained and missing persons issue. This would certainly contribute to the reconciliation process.”

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