We have strengthened the United Nations today through the decision taken on the Peacebuilding Commission. But, equally important, we are now better placed to deal with complex post- conflict situations.
Mr. President, Norway would like to thank you and the co-Chairs of the informal consultations, t…
I would like to begin by expressing Norway’s recognition of the continued preparatory work carried out by the International Criminal Court over the past year. We have closely followed the Court’s transition from its establishment to the commencement of prosecutorial and judicial functions. The basic…
This year has been one of unprecedented international attention to Africa’s development. Norway welcomes that. We are strongly committed to the fight against poverty, to working with African countries and institutions and — together with our international partners — to promoting a reform agenda that…
I would like to begin by expressing Norway’s full recognition of the achievements and high standards of the International Criminal Tribunals for Rwanda and for the Former Yugoslavia, as reflected in the various well-reasoned judgements and in the reports before us. We would like to thank the Preside…
The challenges posed by today’s conflicts have become increasingly complex. The fact that those challenges are comprehensive, however, must not stop us from acting. On the contrary, we must make sure that our response is equally comprehensive by mainstreaming the many issues covered by the protectio…
The deterioration of the situation in Haiti gives reason for concern. Haiti now needs both to restore security and to implement investment and aid in order to lay the foundation for the country’s reconstruction and the strengthening of the rule of law. A concerted effort by the United
Nations, regi…
The “In larger freedom” report (A/59/2005) provides a well-balanced and comprehensive basis for making the necessary decisions, during the summit in September, to strengthen the United Nations. It is an excellent basis for our deliberations and discussions. In addition to consultations here in New Y…
We have been witnesses to the worst earthquake and tsunami disaster in recent history, a disaster that will be with us for years to come. Our deepest condolences go to the families of those who have lost loved ones.
The disaster has hurt millions, depriving them of their livelihoods, of everything …
Yesterday, Mr. Hamid Karzai was inaugurated as the first-ever elected President of Afghanistan — a milestone in the country’s history. President Karzai has been given a strong mandate to confront the difficult challenges facing the country. Long-term commitment by the international community is of v…
The Middle East has witnessed important changes over the past few weeks.
We are very encouraged by the way the Palestinian Authority has handled the situation following President Arafat’s illness and death. The transition of power is taking place in an orderly manner and in accordance with the prov…
Before touching on the specific issues in this year’s report on the implementation of the Millennium Declaration, I would like to make a few observations of a more general nature.
Terrorism is a threat to our common security. It creates fear and want, and it seriously hampers economic and social de…
The concept of integrated missions for United Nations peace operations has a number of important dimensions. In my intervention today, I will focus on the humanitarian dimension, closely linked, as it is, with the safety and security of humanitarian personnel.
Norway supports the integrated-mission…
Even though many years have past since the armed conflicts in Central America ended, the region is still facing a number of major challenges: the eradication of poverty, the consolidation of democracy and the safeguarding of human rights. Good governance, sustainable economic development and strengt…
Norway, as a founding member of the Council of Europe, has always given that organization high priority. During our current chairmanship of the Committee of Ministers of the
Council of Europe, we have worked to further enhance and strengthen the cooperation between the Council of Europe and other o…
Over the last few decades, we have witnessed the building of a more sound and stable basis for development and the eradication of poverty in many countries in Africa. We should acknowledge that the present state of affairs, where most African countries enjoy relatively stable political conditions an…
At the outset, I, too, would like to associate myself with remarks made by other delegations over the very tragic loss of life in Grozny following an act of terrorism.
Allow me first, on behalf of the Government of Norway, to express our support for the Government of Timor-Leste, which has made sig…
Like previous speakers, I should like to comment on the draft resolution that we are about to adopt today.
Let me first underscore the importance Norway attaches to the high-level meeting at the commencement of the sixtieth session of the General Assembly in 2005. We believe that the major event wi…
Norway aligns itself with the statement made by the presidency of the European Union. In addition, we would like to emphasize the following elements.
Consistent with our principled position on extrajudicial killings, Norway condemns the assassination of Hamas leader Abdel Aziz Al-Rantisi. We do rec…
My delegation aligns itself with the statement made earlier by the Presidency of the European Union.
In addition, I should like to state the following. Norway condemns the killing yesterday of Hamas leader Sheikh Ahmed Yassin. This act will lead to greater tension in the area and will impede the im…
Norway appreciates this opportunity to discuss in the Security Council the subject of small arms and light weapons. We welcome
the Secretary-General’s report (S/2003/1217) and concur with his description of the present situation. There have been some advances in international cooperation to control…
