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Ziade

lines on the record: 250
first: 2006-03-30
most recent: 2017-07-25
sittings or episodes: 40
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“On the basis of the Mission's constructive role, we urge all parties to extend to UNMIK the support it needs to implement its mandate. We also urge them not to publish inaccurate information on the Mission's activities, which only obstructs its work and jeopardizes the safety of its staff. We also welcome the continuing coordination between UNMIK and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, pursuant to the principle of neutrality set forth in resolution 1244 (1999). We welcome the relatively calm security situation, but persistent efforts must be made to combat organized crime, which, according to the Secretary- General's report (S/2011/43), continues to be a source of concern in different parts of Kosovo. The situation in the north of the country is also still fragile.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Ms. Ziade (Lebanon) (spoke in Arabic): I would like to thank Mr. Zannier for his briefing. I would also like to welcome the Serbian Foreign Minister, Mr. Vuk Jeremie, and thank him for his statement. My thanks also go to Ms. Vlora Citaku for her statement. My delegation welcomes the efforts of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) to facilitate dialogue and reconciliation among the parties concerned. We urge UNMIK to pursue its efforts to maintain security and stability, facilitate Kosovo's participation in regional and international forums, and assist in responding to the social needs of the different groups, particularly in the north, in coordination and cooperation with local and international parties.”
2011-02-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6483 (2011) · source
“Finally, we call on donors to fulfil the pledges made at the donor conference without delay, since development and reconstruction pave the way for security and stability.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“As the Secretary- General said, "Without a massive and immediate international response, we will not be able to overcome this crisis. The lives of hundreds of thousands of people are at risk." In that regard, my delegation welcomes the Secretary-General's establishment of a panel of experts to determine the cause of the epidemic. Finally, we would like to stress that every possible effort must be made to promote the work of Haiti's judicial institutions in order to prevent impunity and ensure the proper functioning of the courts, prisons and police, in full respect for human rights laws and rules. We would also like to emphasize the need to respect the will of the people of Haiti in determining its future and building its national institutions.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“We would also like to appeal to political parties to take into account the contents of the report prepared by the mission of the Organization of American States. In that context, we would like to stress the need to conduct the second round of the presidential elections in full respect for the standards of fairness and transparency and in such a way as to promote democracy and make it possible to continue the constitutional reforms and reconstruction efforts. We also call on all political groups to remain calm at this critical juncture in Haiti's history. We reiterate that the elections must reflect the true will of the people of Haiti. We would also like to express our concern about the continuing spread of the cholera epidemic. We call on the international community to provide immediate assistance to control the epidemic.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“Ms. Ziade (Lebanon) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to extend my thanks to Mr. Alain Le Roy and Ms. Valerie Amos for their briefings on the recent political and humanitarian developments in Haiti. On this first anniversary of the earthquake, we would like to reiterate our condolences to the Government and people of Haiti and to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti. My delegation views with great concern the repercussions that took place following the announcement of the results of the presidential elections on 7 December 2010. We would like to stress that any observations or objections with regard to the election results must be addressed by the constitutional institutions and in accordance with due process, without any recourse to violence.”
2011-01-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6471 (2011) · source
“That is therefore a mandatory right of passage to turn a painful page in the history of the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda, to bring about solid national reconciliation, to maintain stability and deter future criminals, to render justice to the victims and to ease the suffering of their close family members. Lebanon supports all initiatives and endeavours to ensure that justice is done.”
2010-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6434 (2010) · source
“That mechanism will guarantee the protection of witnesses, the arrest of fugitives and the preservation of the archives of the proceedings, which constitute a valuable reference framework for international criminal law. The establishment of two International Tribunals expresses our rejection of the killing of innocents, of impunity and of subversive actions. We believe that the Tribunals' success in achieving the anticipated goals is the keystone for the protection of civilians, as it will bring perpetrators to justice and ensure the rule of law, at both the national and international levels.”
2010-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6434 (2010) · source
“The role played by those States is essential in locating individuals who are at large, leading to their arrest and extradition. Those States can also provide information and evidentiary documentation, making it possible to reach the truth to ensure that justice is done. Furthermore, Lebanon appreciates the efforts made by the Informal Working Group on the International Tribunals under the chairmanship of Austria. Here we commend the Permanent Representative of Austria and his team for their good management of the Group's work. Lebanon hopes that the residual mechanism will be established, as that will complete the work of the two Tribunals.”
2010-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6434 (2010) · source
“Staff attrition has had a negative impact on the capacity of the Tribunals to fulfil their mandates. Lebanon thus reaffirms the need for the Security Council to adopt necessary measures to enable the Tribunals to complete their work as soon as possible without sacrificing the judicial requirements. We call for a transfer of a greater number of cases to national jurisdictions that meet the necessary conditions for holding just and fair trials. That in turn would ease the workload of the ICTR and the ICTY and would help expedite the implementation of the strategy. Lebanon welcomes the cooperation demonstrated by the majority of States with the two International Tribunals, above all by the States of the former Yugoslavia and the countries neighbouring Rwanda. We call on those countries to extend their full cooperation.”
2010-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6434 (2010) · source
“Ms. Ziade (Lebanon) (spoke in Arabic): First of all, I would like to thank the Presidents of the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and their Prosecutors for their inclusive briefings. Lebanon appreciates the efforts made by the leaders of the International Tribunals to implement the completion strategies for their work as soon as possible. We take stock of the progress that has been made throughout all phases of the trials. We understand the difficulties that the Presidents of both Tribunals have not been able to overcome. These difficulties have made it impossible for the Tribunals to complete their work within the given deadlines, due above all to staff attrition.”
2010-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6434 (2010) · source
“Today, I am honoured to inform the Council that, earlier this month, my Government submitted its ratification instruments on the Convention on Cluster Munitions. Furthermore, Lebanon has offered to host the second meeting of States parties to the Convention in 2011. In that regard, we urge States that have not yet done so to ratify the Convention. It is a moral imperative for us to prevent conflicts and to place the people in need of protection at the centre of our efforts and policymaking.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“In his recent report (S/2010/579) on the subject of our debate today, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon suggests that the Security Council has long recognized that the maintenance of peace and security will not be achieved or sustained without due attention being paid to redressing grievances, ending impunity and protecting the human rights of civilians. Based on that principle, Lebanon reiterates its demand that Israel pay due compensation for the tragic human, environmental and material losses caused by the war it waged on Lebanon in 2006. During and subsequent to that war, Lebanon suffered greatly from cluster munitions, which are indiscriminate in nature and have a devastating effect on civilians at the time they are used and long after the fighting has come to an end.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“The United Nations is invited to assist countries in advancing the peace process and peaceful coexistence through inclusive dialogue, reconciliation and reintegration. In the course of establishing genuine and sustainable peace, the rule of law and good governance should also be adequately addressed. The Security Council should also consider a more comprehensive and less selective approach to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Armed conflict is the source of devastating calamities. This is why, all around the world, brave and dedicated men and women strive to alleviate the suffering of innocent victims. All parties to a conflict should allow and facilitate the rapid and unimpeded passage of impartial humanitarian relief to civilians in need.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“However, protection is most successful when it is part of a larger strategy. The development by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support of an operational concept and a framework to guide the preparations of protection of civilians strategies by missions is a good step in the right direction. There is a need, furthermore, to strengthen cohesion between mandates, resources and expectations, and to enhance peacekeeping capacity, especially in transport, communications and intelligence. A mission that protects civilians under imminent threat but makes no progress in helping to address the underlying causes of the conflict will not lead to sustainable peace or to the durable and effective protection of civilian populations.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“If successful compliance with protection standards requires an integrated and comprehensive protection strategy in collaboration with the main humanitarian actors, it remains that the primary responsibility for civilian protection rests with the concerned Government itself. Furthermore, occupying Powers have the clear obligation under international law to protect the population under foreign occupation. We would like to stress in this regard the implications of severe and sustained violations of international humanitarian law in the Palestinian-occupied territories and the appalling humanitarian situation confronting the 1.5 million Palestinians confined to the Gaza Strip. There is a prevailing awareness that United Nations peacekeepers cannot protect everyone from everything.”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“At the outset, allow me to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this open debate. I also wish to thank Ms. Amos, Under- Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator; Mr. Le Roy, Under- Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations; and Ms. Pillay, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, for their briefings. I further thank Mr. Yves Daccord for his statement. While the international community has endowed itself with a solid normative framework to protect civilians in armed conflict, actual compliance with the existing standards remains far from satisfactory. How do we translate this normative progress into concrete improvement in the lives of the hundreds of thousands of civilians who suffer extreme violence and hardship during conflict?”
2010-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6427 (2010) · source
“We welcome the improvement in the country's relations with its neighbouring States. We believe that it is high time for this nascent State to play a larger role in its region.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Fourthly, the elections to be held in 2012 will be an important milestone in the democratic approach taken by Timor-Leste, and we urge all political parties to participate actively in preparing for them. We also call on the international community to provide the Government of Timor-Leste with all necessary assistance in this area. We welcome Ms. Haq's mention of the initiative to establish a joint high-level mechanism between UNMIT and the Timor-Leste authorities during the transitional period. We encourage all parties concerned to take maximum advantage of UNMIT's expertise, and on that basis to continue the cooperation between the United Nations and Timor-Leste's Government. In conclusion, we wish to emphasize the need for the international community to continue to provide support to Timor-Leste.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“In the area of socio-economic development, we welcome the positive economic statistics included in the report, which indicate that the country's economic growth is projected to exceed 10 per cent in 2010. We believe, however, that the steep growth in the unemployment rate, especially among young people, is a potential social time-bomb that may lead to serious security problems in future if it is not addressed. This is particularly true given that more than 60 per cent of the population is under 25, as noted by the Permanent Representative of Timor-Leste. In this regard, we welcome the technical assistance that the International Labour Organization is providing to the Secretariat of State for Vocational Training and Employment.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“In that regard, we welcome the assessment contained in the Secretary-General's report that the security situation remains stable, with no serious incidents or increase in violent crime reported. Secondly, we welcome the fact that President Ramos-Horta has issued regulations and instructions regarding the security sector, in addition to a comprehensive strategy for judicial reform. Thirdly, strengthening the rule of law and accountability and combating impunity is fundamental to lasting security and an issue of principle for my delegation. We support President Ramos-Horta's initiative aimed establishing peace and national unity and at inculcating a culture of dialogue and democracy in all sectors of society. In that context, we welcome the closing of the last remaining transitional shelter for internally displaced persons.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“The second track is to work for socio-economic development in a manner consonant with the Millennium Development Goals, in order to remove Timor-Leste from the list of the world's least developed countries and onto that of middle-income States. Lebanon reaffirms its full support for UNMIT in its work to fulfil its four major responsibilities: reviewing and reforming the security sector, strengthening the rule of law, achieving socio-economic development, and consolidating a culture of dialogue and democratic rule. In this regard, I wish to make the following remarks. First, building security institutions is a prerequisite for lasting peace, and we commend the role that UNMIT police have played in training and supporting the Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste to assume responsibility for security throughout Timor- Leste.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“There is no doubt that UNMIT, which was established after the events of 2006, has been a success story for the international community. It has contributed, along with other United Nations entities, to strengthening the democratic process and building the State's institutions. There are still a number of challenges, however, requiring a two-track approach. The first is to consolidate the important achievements that have been made so far in the areas of political stability and security, completing the building of security institutions and the judicial sector, strengthening the rule of law and inculcating a democratic culture.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Ms. Ziade (Lebanon) (spoke in Arabic): Allow me at the outset to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mrs. Ameerah Haq, for her briefing and her efforts as head of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT) to strengthen peace, security and stability and to assist the Government and people of Timor-Leste in building their national institutions. I would also like to thank the Permanent Representative of Timor-Leste for her statement. The Secretary-General's report (S/2010/522) reflects recent positive developments in Timor-Leste that are the result of the sincere desire of all political parties, in the Government and in opposition, to steer their country towards stability and prosperity after long years of suffering.”
2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source
“Both UNIFIL and UNTSO enjoy excellent coordination with and cooperation from the Lebanese Government and the Lebanese Armed Forces in carrying out their mandates. We seek one clarification from Major General Robert Mood concerning the current mode of reporting that is undertaken by UNTSO in terms of whether such reporting to Headquarters in New York is done directly or through UNIFIL. Finally, we salute the dedication, courage and sacrifices of the peacekeepers deployed in peacekeeping operations around the world, and we express our sincere thanks and appreciation to the peoples and Governments of each and every troop- contributing country.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“We highly appreciate the efforts of MINUSTAH, particularly in terms of relief and assistance to civilians, as well as peacebuilding efforts. We hope that Major General Luiz Guilherme Paul Cruz can tell us about the major logistical challenges that the United Nations and MINUSTAH are facing in coordinating donor assistance for the relief and rebuilding efforts. Turning now to my region, an end to the Israeli occupation in Palestine, Syria and the remaining parts of Lebanon - the core cause of the conflict - is a prerequisite to any comprehensive resolution and to the success of United Nations peacekeeping missions in the Middle East. Lebanon fully supports UNIFIL and UNTSO, and the Lebanese Government is strongly committed to the implementation of resolution 1701 (2006) in its entirety.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“What are the tools needed to improve cooperation and the sharing of lessons learned in order to enhance the combating of transborder rebel activities being carried out mainly by the Lord's Resistance Army in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic and the south of the Sudan? In Liberia, we know that UNMIL is concluding the third phase of its drawdown to 2,029 military personnel from its previous level of 9,150. Here, we hope that Lieutentant General Sikander Afzal will tell us more about the risk of a security vacuum as the Mission draws down and about the logistical problems it faces in concluding this drawdown. With Haiti, we renew our solidarity in the aftermath of the humanitarian tragedy caused by the earthquake.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“After paying careful attention to the presentations of the Force Commanders and the Head of Mission, we would like to express our hope that such direct interaction will continue in the future. Such candid interaction avails us of the opportunity to understand urgent and direct needs from the field and in turn helps us, as the Council, to better respond to those needs. In this regard, we would like to know from Major General Moses Bisong Obi of the African Union- United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) and Major General Babacar Gaye of MONUSCO about the ongoing cooperation among the United Nations missions in the region: UNMIS, UNAMID, MONUSCO and the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“The third is adherence to the general principles of peacekeeping, namely impartiality and the United Nations Charter principles of sovereignty and political independence. The fourth element is a strong link between peacekeeping and peacebuilding. The fifth is strengthening the role of regional and subregional organizations, in accordance with Chapter VIII of the Charter. Finally, the sixth element is respect for the safety and security of United Nations peacekeepers and positions. Crimes like the 1996 Israeli attack on the quarters of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in Qana, south Lebanon, and the 2006 Israeli attack on the UNTSO post, also in south of Lebanon, should not be repeated.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“Lebanon believes that the success of United Nations peacekeeping operations requires a partnership among the Security Council, the Secretariat, troop- contributing countries and the host country, a partnership that emphasizes the key role of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations in policy formulation and the Fifth Committee in resource allocation. We further believe that the main underpinnings of success of United Nations peacekeeping and the transition to peace and development rest on the following elements. First, peacekeeping should not be an end in itself but rather part of a political solution. Comprehensive resolution of conflicts by dealing with their core causes should remain the objective. The second element is developing clear and achievable mandates matched with the required resources is essential.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“At the outset, we would like to express our appreciation to you, Mr. President, for having organized this important debate. We would like to extend our thanks to Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy for his introductory remarks and to the Force Commanders of the United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS), the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) and the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), and the Head of Mission and Chief of Staff of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO), for their respective comprehensive presentations.”
2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source
“We therefore call upon the international community to put an end, once and for all, to all Israeli violations of Lebanese sovereignty.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“On the actions undertaken in southern Lebanon early this month, I note that the Lebanese Council of Ministers held a meeting on 8 July and issued a statement recalling its firm support for maintaining the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and the close and inextricable link between UNIFIL and Lebanese citizens - yes, Lebanese citizens - for decades. It emphasized the important role of UNIFIL under resolution 1701 (2006) and the need to implement all provisions of that resolution. I wonder whether Israel complies with the provisions of resolution 1701 (2006). Has Israel ceased Violating Lebanese sovereignty by air, land and sea? Has Israel withdrawn from the northern part of Al-Ghajar and the surrounding area?”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Israel has intentionally hampered the peace process, as proven by its lack of response to United States efforts and refusal to freeze settlement activities in East Jerusalem and the other occupied territories at a time when the Arab States are making their best efforts to facilitate the resumption of negotiations, which, we emphasize, must address the issue of a final settlement within a specified timeframe. The negotiations must not merely be a confidence- building measure. With regard to the occupied Syrian Golan, we stress once again the need to implement resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973). Israel must withdraw to the line of 4 June 1967. We stress that any action taken by Israel to transform the legal, physical or demographic status of the occupied Syrian Golan, including the expansion and building of settlements, is null and void.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Once again, we condemn Israeli settlement policy, which coincides with a rabid campaign to demolish Palestinian homes and evict the Palestinian residents of East Jerusalem. The policy is aimed at disrupting the geographic contiguity of the Palestinian territory and thwarting the two-State solution. We would like to stress the need to follow up on the updates of the Goldstone report (A/HRC/12/48) transmitted by the Secretary-General to our Council. We call on Israel to report on the implementation of General Assembly resolution 64/10 of 5 November 2009, in emulation of the actions taken by Switzerland and Palestine.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“It determined the outcome of the investigation before it started. It invoked the right of self-defence to justify its attack on defenceless civilians. In this connection, we reiterate our demand for the lifting of the blockade imposed by Israel on the Gaza Strip, which violates international norms and laws, including the Fourth Geneva Convention of 1949, which enshrines the protection of civilians in time of war. The partial closing of the border crossings to Gaza impedes freedom of movement and the delivery of humanitarian assistance and necessary commodities such as food, medicine and fuel. The blockade constitutes collective punishment of more than 1.5 million Palestinians in Gaza. This tragedy must unconditionally come to an end.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“In this connection, we would like to state the following. First, we emphasize the need for the Secretary-General to launch an urgent investigation into the actions of the Israeli navy against the freedom flotilla. It should be marked by impartiality, credibility and transparency. As emphasized in the presidential statement of 1 June 2010(S/PRST/2010/9), it should conform to international standards with a view to identifying responsibility, punishing the perpetrators of these crimes and ensuring compensation for the victims. It is unacceptable that impunity should continue in this manner. Secondly, we stress our rejection of the unilateral Israeli investigation, which is neither credible, impartial nor transparent and does not conform to requisite international standards. Israel is the aggressor.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“Ms. Ziade (Lebanon) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I should like to thank Mr. Lynn Pascoe for his comprehensive briefing. Israel's raid on the freedom flotilla carrying humanitarian supplies to besieged Gaza on 31 May 2010 still occupies the forefront of our Organization's attention. That aggression constituted a flagrant violation of international law, international humanitarian law and the law of the sea. We reiterate that the aggression, which took place in international waters, was an act of piracy, and we agree with the statement issued by the Secretariat that the tragedy could have been avoided had Israel responded to the repeated appeals of the international community to end its blockade. Indeed, there will be no need for humanitarian aid ships to Gaza when Israel lifts its blockade of Gaza and opens the crossings.”
2010-07-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6363 (2010) · source
“It is only through that partnership that both councils can face the challenges in Africa in general, and in Darfur and Somalia in particular. It is our collective duty to prevent conflict and the loss of innocent life whenever and wherever we can. Successful mediation and settlement of disputes, including, inter alia, provision of financial resources and human expertise, is one of the greatest assets we have in combating violence. Such assets, combined with our concerted efforts and goodwill, help us not only to maintain international peace and security but also to implement policies that will prevent human loss. We congratulate Nigeria on the adoption of today's presidential statement.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“This cooperation is particularly important as most armed conflicts in Africa result from a multitude of causes, which are, inter alia, poverty, corruption, drugs, misuse of natural resources and the illicit arms trade. The United Nations can provide assistance when these organizations are trying to address in a comprehensive manner the root causes of these armed conflicts. United Nations bodies should provide their expertise and resources in finding solutions and contributing towards the peaceful settlement of disputes. In this context, it is worth noting that the informal interactive meeting which was held last week between the representatives of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union and the Security Council strengthened the path of cooperation that, it is hoped, will be transformed into partnership.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“That leads me to my third point: how to enhance coordination and cooperation with regional and subregional organizations. The African Union and its Peace and Security Council and the Economic Community of West African States have emerged as important players in addressing conflicts in Africa and have thus made invaluable contributions to maintaining peace and security. They are already working to implement effective conflict prevention techniques, in particular through the African Union Border Programme. The United Nations, in particular the Security Council, should continue to strengthen cooperation with these organizations to effectively utilize their regional early warning mechanisms, peacekeeping efforts and peacebuilding capacities.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Cliffe stated, 90 per cent of civil wars recur in countries which have suffered from civil war, the role of the United Nations will become more crucial to support and assist Governments in their efforts to prevent the recurrence of violence through providing expertise and know-how and sharing lessons learned and success stories. In this context, special attention should be paid to adopting an integrated approach linking security, justice and development. This integrated approach will draw from the spectrum of expertise and vast experience of the Security Council, the Department of Political Affairs, the Peacebuilding Commission, the United Nations Development Programme, UNICEF and other specialized agencies. This integrated approach will be more effective if it includes regional and subregional organizations.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Secondly, on the active role of national Governments in cooperation with the United Nations, indeed the primary responsibility for conflict prevention rests with national Governments and other local actors. National Governments will be able, through dialogue with civil society, women's organizations, youth groups and other national actors, to identify sources of tension and address root causes of conflicts. Afterwards, those Governments should be able to assess their needs and priorities and create road maps to achieve them. If, as Ms.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“My delegation welcomes the four fronts to which the Deputy Secretary-General eloquently referred in her presentation, which demonstrate the attempts by the United Nations to move from reaction to action. My delegation considers the creation of the Mediation Support Unit and Mediation Support Standby Team within the Department of Political Affairs as a positive step in the right direction. Those two components have enhanced preventive diplomacy capabilities at Headquarters and in the field. At the same time, while we should recognize the good offices efforts of the Secretary-General and his envoys, additional resources are needed to expand those efforts. Financial resources are an essential prerequisite without which an effective approach, common objectives and enhanced predictable support capacities will remain a theoretical paradigm.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“They also stressed the importance of the prevention of armed conflict, the need to have a coherent and integrated United Nations approach to prevent such conflicts and the role of the good offices of the Secretary-General to that end. Where do we stand today with respect to all these noble objectives and how are we to optimize the use of preventive diplomacy tools to achieve them? In this context, my delegation would like to focus on three areas. The first is the United Nations and preventive diplomacy. The complexity of today's world requires an integrated and comprehensive strategy based on a multifaceted approach by the United Nations to detect, intercept and prevent any source of tension, to resolve conflict and to ensure the consolidation of peace.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Allow me to start by thanking you, Sir, for honouring us with your presence today. My delegation would like to thank the Deputy Secretary-General and Ms. Cliffe for their comprehensive briefings. My delegation commends the initiative of the delegation of Nigeria to convene this open debate. This theme is, indeed, a topic of the utmost importance to my delegation. The United Nations Charter has entrusted the Security Council with the primary responsibility to maintain peace and security in the world. And it was only five years ago that world leaders adopted the 2005 World Summit outcome document in which they reiterated the obligation of States to settle their disputes by peaceful means in accordance with Chapter VI of the Charter.”
2010-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6360 (2010) · source
“Despite the efforts of the United Nations and relevant actors, gaps remain in the reintegration phase, especially in the psychosocial area. We therefore encourage the United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations, alongside national authorities, to jointly improve psychosocial support services to demobilized children and all children affected by armed conflict. We have the ethical and moral responsibility to protect future generations from the scourge of armed conflict. We must focus our efforts on attenuating the emotional, physical and psychological impact on children who, with their well-being and often with their lives, daily pay the price of wars they have not chosen.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source
“Secondly, we underscore the importance of appeals for a more effective follow-up to the implementation of the recommendations of the Working Group. In his report (S/2010/181), the Secretary-General notes that impunity remains prevalent and that the prosecution of parties to conflicts listed in the annexes of his reports is still rare. That is why the various United Nations bodies must facilitate coordinated support to help national authorities to establish and maintain the rule of law at the national level. That would allow perpetrators to be held accountable for their actions - a decisive factor in protecting children. The harmful psychosocial consequences of conflicts on the mental health of children and on stability and lasting peace in post-conflict societies cannot be ignored.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source
“We encourage the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to design a predictable and stable financing structure that would ensure the resources necessary to implementing the action plans. We also urge donors to provide the necessary funding to national Governments, the United Nations and its partners in order to ensure the rehabilitation and reintegration of children who have been associated with armed forces or groups. Twelve years ago, the Security Council considered the topic of children and armed conflict for the first time. We have come a long way since then and achieved some progress. However, much remains to be done. First, we believe it imperative that the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict respond swiftly to urgent or sudden situations in which children are affected on a large scale.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source
“We hope that one day the criteria for listing in the annexes of the Secretary-General's reports will be extended to those six violations; failure to do so would be tantamount to silence concerning the heinous crimes perpetrated against thousands of children. No measure to address grave Violations should be limited to post-conflict symptoms; any such measure must be part of a strategy to prevent conflict and address the underlying causes of emergent conflicts. The protection of children should also be reflected in the Security Council's resolutions concerning specific countries. In this case, we welcome the adoption by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations of the guidelines on the protection of children. Like the Secretary-General, we reaffirm the importance of deploying child protection advisers in missions.”
2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source