Most honorable chair, guests and fellow delegates. On behalf of the Republic of Brazil, this delegation thanks all present nations for the opportunity we now have to work together, and we look forward to working with all delegations on the issues raised.
The issue of weapon trade throughout the Americas is obviously a major concern for Brazil. While Brazil has trouble with widespread armed violence it is also one of the only countries with a viable small arms industry. Since 1998 more than 130.000 small arms were seized by law enforcement just in the three major provinces of Brazil. The production of small arms in Brazil has reached amounts of around 400.000 weapons produced each year and Brazil now controls most of the arms market in South America. Yet at the same time Brazil is fighting increased armed violence with criminals armed with so heavy weapons that we have been forced to turn to paramilitary forces in order to successfully fight these criminals. We would also like to point out the close link between the organized crime in the favelas, drug trading and the increased amounts of illegal weapons in Brazil. We condemn the trade of weapons in the Americas and urge the involved countries to increase their efforts in stopping and preventing weapon trade in the Americas and we actively encourage countries to expand the idea of a the ATT (Arms Trade Treaty)
The delegation of Brazil strongly supports the use of nuclear reactors as a source of energy throughout the world. Currently, there are 2 reactors in Brazil Angra I and Angra II, which provide approximately 4% of Brazil’s electricity, with the first reactor operating since 1982, and with 4 more plants expected to come online by 2025. Brazil’s ultimate goal is to self-sufficiently provide electricity throughout the country, and to sell surplus nuclear fuel on the international market. However, Brazil acknowledges that nuclear weapons should not be taken lightly, and great care should be taken as to who may possess them.
Terrorism is an issue of global significance, and Brazil feels that it can contribute strongly to the global combat against terrorism. In April 2010, Brazil hosted a international conference regarding Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Systems and Their Development in a Changing World. A significant topic of debate was international cooperation to combat and crime and terrorism. Brazil also emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism as an effective method of prevention. The delegation of Brazil also believes that a specific definition of terrorism which can be applied universally could clarify terrorism on the international stage.
The delegation of Brazil understands that there sometimes may be a need for military contractors as there simply is no other alternative yet we will also like to point out that it is desirable to use conventional military forces instead of relying on contractors, considering a specific case, like Xe Services in Iraq. The Brazilian authorities have decided to rely primarily on a combination of paramilitary forces combined with the necessary amount of private contractors although it should be noted that these are mostly employed by private companies working in Brazil. The delegation of Brazil acknowledges the use of private contractors although we do emphasise the need to regulate and control the use of private contractors. We believe that our experience in dealing with private military contractors will allow us to cooperate with other nation concerning this issue.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Republic of Brazil GA
Most honorable chair, guests and fellow delegates. On behalf of the Republic of Brazil, this delegation thanks all present nations for the opportunity we now have to work together, and we look forward to working with all delegations on the issues raised.
The unfolding events of the Europeans debt crisis and financial crisis have been destabilising for the whole world economy. With the EU being our largest trading partner, we are committed to the full recovery of all European countries willing to take necessary measures. We have strong ties the EU, In 2009 the European Economic and Social Committee met with the Brazilian Council for Economic and Social Development to discuss among other things our economic relationship, European economic growth, and the stability of the Euro. Our relations with the EU are still strong and on the 4th of October, 2011 Herman Van Rompuy, president of the European Council, said the EU and Brazil have closer and more comprehensive relations than ever before. Together, the EU and Brazil have decided to endorse a new joint action plan to guide cooperation for coming years. It is clear that our ties to the EU are strong, and we strongly support their economic recovery and stabilization.
The post-revolutionary period in the Middle East is an important era not only for the region, but for the whole world in general. Brazil believes in a sustainable rebuilding of democratic governments in countries such as Libya, Tunisia, Syria and Egypt. And, Brazil will make a contribution under the UN led efforts to help the Libyan people to rebuild and stabilise their country. On the same matter, Syria is a very pivotal country when looking at Middle East stability, and the last thing we want to do is to contribute to exacerbating tensions in what could be considered one of the most tense regions in the world. However, we still emphasise the importance of having democratic governments in those countries, for having a calm and a peaceful future for the region and for the transition to democracies to go smoothly.
Private security has been vital to maintaining public security within Brazil. These companies within Brazil often work collaboratively with government law enforcement agencies to fight against organized crime and the market for private security firms is large in Brazil as many citizens hire private protection. For these reasons, Brazil recognizes the importance of private security in maintaining peace and stability. However, Brazil also acknowledges the significance of regulation of private security firms. Brazil believes that its own experience with private security will help us all collaborate with other delegations to work constructively on this topic without forgetting its necessity in certain parts of the world.
Terrorism is an issue of global significance, and Brazil feels that it can contribute strongly to the global combat against terrorism. In April 2010, Brazil hosted a international conference regarding Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Systems and Their Development in a Changing World. A significant topic of debate was international cooperation to combat and crime and terrorism. Brazil also emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism as an effective method of prevention. The delegation of Brazil also believes that a specific definition of terrorism which can be applied universally could clarify terrorism on the international stage.
The unfolding events of the Europeans debt crisis and financial crisis have been destabilising for the whole world economy. With the EU being our largest trading partner, we are committed to the full recovery of all European countries willing to take necessary measures. We have strong ties the EU, In 2009 the European Economic and Social Committee met with the Brazilian Council for Economic and Social Development to discuss among other things our economic relationship, European economic growth, and the stability of the Euro. Our relations with the EU are still strong and on the 4th of October, 2011 Herman Van Rompuy, president of the European Council, said the EU and Brazil have closer and more comprehensive relations than ever before. Together, the EU and Brazil have decided to endorse a new joint action plan to guide cooperation for coming years. It is clear that our ties to the EU are strong, and we strongly support their economic recovery and stabilization.
The post-revolutionary period in the Middle East is an important era not only for the region, but for the whole world in general. Brazil believes in a sustainable rebuilding of democratic governments in countries such as Libya, Tunisia, Syria and Egypt. And, Brazil will make a contribution under the UN led efforts to help the Libyan people to rebuild and stabilise their country. On the same matter, Syria is a very pivotal country when looking at Middle East stability, and the last thing we want to do is to contribute to exacerbating tensions in what could be considered one of the most tense regions in the world. However, we still emphasise the importance of having democratic governments in those countries, for having a calm and a peaceful future for the region and for the transition to democracies to go smoothly.
Private security has been vital to maintaining public security within Brazil. These companies within Brazil often work collaboratively with government law enforcement agencies to fight against organized crime and the market for private security firms is large in Brazil as many citizens hire private protection. For these reasons, Brazil recognizes the importance of private security in maintaining peace and stability. However, Brazil also acknowledges the significance of regulation of private security firms. Brazil believes that its own experience with private security will help us all collaborate with other delegations to work constructively on this topic without forgetting its necessity in certain parts of the world.
Terrorism is an issue of global significance, and Brazil feels that it can contribute strongly to the global combat against terrorism. In April 2010, Brazil hosted a international conference regarding Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Systems and Their Development in a Changing World. A significant topic of debate was international cooperation to combat and crime and terrorism. Brazil also emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism as an effective method of prevention. The delegation of Brazil also believes that a specific definition of terrorism which can be applied universally could clarify terrorism on the international stage.
State of Kyrgyzstan
Dear Honorable President, Fellow delegates, and Honored Guests:
The Delegation of Kyrgyzstan is humbled to be present among all fellow delegations and honorable guests. The State of Kyrgyzstan firmly believes that this session will be productive, and will end in the resolution of major issues facing our shared home. We are confident that this will be the case due to the common interest in world peace- the founding principle of this United Nations.
The State of Kyrgyzstan believes in the strict regulation of all military operations, especially those conducted by for profit organizations. The State of Kyrgyzstan does not believe that organizations, like XE Services LLC, have conducted themselves in a proper and civil manner in any state of war. The behavior that XE Services, one of the World’s Largest Military Contractors, has shown, under the employment of the United States Government, is that it cannot hold itself accountable for any actions, appropriate or not, that it has undertaken in war. The interests of private military operations do not align with the peaceful and open military stance that Kyrgyzstan holds true. Kyrgyzstan believes that private military contractors have no place in wartime or peace; but if they must be employed, for whatever reason, strict caution and regulation must be employed. All private military corporations must be held accountable for all actions taken, and must be completely separate from any nation’s government, other than employment. Public service is any government’s most powerful weapon.
Kyrgyzstan strongly believes in the stability of the European Union. For us, there is no doubt about the future-growth of the economy of the EU. Kyrgyzstan is deeply convinced of the EU’s ability to help itself out of the present depression and its capability of finding sustainable solutions that prevent future-crises such as accepting international help and increasing cooperation with their international partners. Having gratefully received Humanitarian Aid from the EU and recognizing it as one of Kyrgyzstan’s major economical trade partners, Kyrgyzstan is confident that the EU will remain in this relationship by holding its position as a leading economic power in the world.
Kyrgyzstan believes that it is essential that guidelines be made to help stabilize post-revolutionary nations. Having faced a revolution in the past year, Kyrgyzstan realizes the importance of guidelines needed to help shape a nation, post revolution. Kyrgyzstan believes that the most important guideline that must be implemented in this session should be a guideline helping countries, post revolution, and resist corruption. It is Kyrgyzstan’s firm belief that it is every nation’s right to be sovereign; therefore, action must be taken to prevent corruption from shaping the new government of a post-revolutionary nation.
The official definition of terrorism is the systematic use of terror as a mean to create coercion to a religious, political or ideological goal. Numerous nations have taken actions against individuals and organizations who fall back on such means and the Statement by the President of the Security Council of the 27 September 2010 reaffirmed all of its resolutions and statements on terrorism, in particular resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005) and urged the global community to take coordinated actions to combat this threat since any terrorist acts are criminal and unjustifiable regardless of their motivations, whenever and by whomsoever committed. Kyrgyzstan fully supports this alignment and hopes for a reinforced cooperation amongst nations to combat especially organized groups, which use terror to emphasize their interests. These groups have become the most prominent emergence of global terrorism which is why we propose the creation of a standardized process of determining which group should be entitled as a terroristic organization.
The Delegation of Kyrgyzstan is humbled to be present among all fellow delegations and honorable guests. The State of Kyrgyzstan firmly believes that this session will be productive, and will end in the resolution of major issues facing our shared home. We are confident that this will be the case due to the common interest in world peace- the founding principle of this United Nations.
The State of Kyrgyzstan believes in the strict regulation of all military operations, especially those conducted by for profit organizations. The State of Kyrgyzstan does not believe that organizations, like XE Services LLC, have conducted themselves in a proper and civil manner in any state of war. The behavior that XE Services, one of the World’s Largest Military Contractors, has shown, under the employment of the United States Government, is that it cannot hold itself accountable for any actions, appropriate or not, that it has undertaken in war. The interests of private military operations do not align with the peaceful and open military stance that Kyrgyzstan holds true. Kyrgyzstan believes that private military contractors have no place in wartime or peace; but if they must be employed, for whatever reason, strict caution and regulation must be employed. All private military corporations must be held accountable for all actions taken, and must be completely separate from any nation’s government, other than employment. Public service is any government’s most powerful weapon.
Kyrgyzstan strongly believes in the stability of the European Union. For us, there is no doubt about the future-growth of the economy of the EU. Kyrgyzstan is deeply convinced of the EU’s ability to help itself out of the present depression and its capability of finding sustainable solutions that prevent future-crises such as accepting international help and increasing cooperation with their international partners. Having gratefully received Humanitarian Aid from the EU and recognizing it as one of Kyrgyzstan’s major economical trade partners, Kyrgyzstan is confident that the EU will remain in this relationship by holding its position as a leading economic power in the world.
Kyrgyzstan believes that it is essential that guidelines be made to help stabilize post-revolutionary nations. Having faced a revolution in the past year, Kyrgyzstan realizes the importance of guidelines needed to help shape a nation, post revolution. Kyrgyzstan believes that the most important guideline that must be implemented in this session should be a guideline helping countries, post revolution, and resist corruption. It is Kyrgyzstan’s firm belief that it is every nation’s right to be sovereign; therefore, action must be taken to prevent corruption from shaping the new government of a post-revolutionary nation.
The official definition of terrorism is the systematic use of terror as a mean to create coercion to a religious, political or ideological goal. Numerous nations have taken actions against individuals and organizations who fall back on such means and the Statement by the President of the Security Council of the 27 September 2010 reaffirmed all of its resolutions and statements on terrorism, in particular resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005) and urged the global community to take coordinated actions to combat this threat since any terrorist acts are criminal and unjustifiable regardless of their motivations, whenever and by whomsoever committed. Kyrgyzstan fully supports this alignment and hopes for a reinforced cooperation amongst nations to combat especially organized groups, which use terror to emphasize their interests. These groups have become the most prominent emergence of global terrorism which is why we propose the creation of a standardized process of determining which group should be entitled as a terroristic organization.
Tunisian Republic
Honorable chair, welcome guests, and fellow delegates, we, the delegation from the Tunisian Republic, feel honored to be a part of this illustrious gathering of the world’s nations. In this body, the greatness of humanity can be brought out and we long to capture the grand history of this institution for the preservation of peace.
Recognizing the founding principles of this great body, we would like to focus this session on discussing the truly international issues of democracy and security, while recognizing that the integrity of all member states is essential to the functional effectiveness of this body. Though we certainly recognize the difficulties currently being experienced in European economies, we believe that such wealthy and advanced countries are capable of stabilising their economies without extensive intervention. We wish the European countries good fortune in stabilizing their economies and attaining continued growth. However, we would encourage all states, including European countries affected by the crisis, to aim for greater collaboration on economic and security issues. After all, that is the great aspiration of this body, that by coming together in pursuit of peace, prosperity, and protection, every nation can be improved.
Naturally, a basic requirement of being able to effectively collaborate on these issues is stable governments who follow the will of the people they represent. Therefore, we are extremely proud of the recent revolution in our country which cast off the yoke of dictatorship and brought us into the modern era of democracy and freedom. Having suffered under a repressive regime for decades, we are excited to finally be able to attain self-governance, especially with the free elections recently held. Though we are certainly excited by the prospect of allowing rights and embracing freedom, any policies for post-revolutionary stabilization must recognize the internal demographics of a country and what citizens demand, according to the universal principles of democracy. In particular, we believe that Western nations should limit their involvement to providing security and support in rejecting dictatorship, but leave the actual governance of the nation to the people in it. As such, no specific policies should be imposed by Western powers, and they should simply aspire to provide material support to the chosen leaders of the people in keeping the peace during the time of transition. The role of this body is not to anoint governments or constitutional styles, but to support nations in stabilizing themselves and protecting their rights. Therefore, we ask that all nations in this body collaborate with post-revolutionary nations to assure economic and military stability.
The additional benefit of stabilizing all nations into free, modern states is that it will counteract the effects of terrorism. Terrorism is one of the greatest threats which the modern world faces, yet it has not received any universal definition. For the purposes of this session, we believe that terrorism reflects concerted attempts to intimidate a people or nation from pursuing positive, progressive policies which contradict the terrorists’ ideologies. Though we recognize that there have certainly been many cases of Islamic extremists committing terrorism, we would like to emphasize that Muslim peoples are most frequently the subject of those attacks. Thus, we feel that any definition of terrorism should focus on treating all terrorist attacks equally with the punishments they deserve, while recognizing that such attacks are most frequently orchestrated by guerrilla groups, not governments. Additionally, we would like to endorse international responses which favor community building and aid. Though terrorist attacks are military in nature, the best responses provide sovereign governments with the economic and political support they need to prevent terrorism in their nations. Indeed, a comprehensive policy on terrorism will include an international task force which provides advice and support to nations in crafting internal anti-terrorism policies. Given our vulnerable position as a post-revolutionary nation balancing the religion of our people with aspirations to democracy, we feel that a fair and equitable definition of and approach to terrorism must be adopted by this body.
Though some nations might feel that private security contractors are a valuable way to address these problems, we always feel that sovereign militaries should always take the primary role in addressing conflicts. They are generally more in tune to the needs and realities of a populace, and thus can more effectively meet the demands of modern warfare. However, the Tunisian Republic believes that this is primarily a domestic matter and will not discourage other nations from employing private contractors to maintain stable democracies. Still, we believe that all nations should ensure, through regulation and permits, that private security contractors operating within their jurisdiction follow the laws of warfare as decided by this body. Thus, through strict regulation, we believe private military contractors should be held to the same high standards as anyone else carrying powerful weapons in conflicts.
We look forward to a successful session, with the hope that through cooperation and respectful dialogue we can achieve a safer, freer world for all of humankind.
Recognizing the founding principles of this great body, we would like to focus this session on discussing the truly international issues of democracy and security, while recognizing that the integrity of all member states is essential to the functional effectiveness of this body. Though we certainly recognize the difficulties currently being experienced in European economies, we believe that such wealthy and advanced countries are capable of stabilising their economies without extensive intervention. We wish the European countries good fortune in stabilizing their economies and attaining continued growth. However, we would encourage all states, including European countries affected by the crisis, to aim for greater collaboration on economic and security issues. After all, that is the great aspiration of this body, that by coming together in pursuit of peace, prosperity, and protection, every nation can be improved.
Naturally, a basic requirement of being able to effectively collaborate on these issues is stable governments who follow the will of the people they represent. Therefore, we are extremely proud of the recent revolution in our country which cast off the yoke of dictatorship and brought us into the modern era of democracy and freedom. Having suffered under a repressive regime for decades, we are excited to finally be able to attain self-governance, especially with the free elections recently held. Though we are certainly excited by the prospect of allowing rights and embracing freedom, any policies for post-revolutionary stabilization must recognize the internal demographics of a country and what citizens demand, according to the universal principles of democracy. In particular, we believe that Western nations should limit their involvement to providing security and support in rejecting dictatorship, but leave the actual governance of the nation to the people in it. As such, no specific policies should be imposed by Western powers, and they should simply aspire to provide material support to the chosen leaders of the people in keeping the peace during the time of transition. The role of this body is not to anoint governments or constitutional styles, but to support nations in stabilizing themselves and protecting their rights. Therefore, we ask that all nations in this body collaborate with post-revolutionary nations to assure economic and military stability.
The additional benefit of stabilizing all nations into free, modern states is that it will counteract the effects of terrorism. Terrorism is one of the greatest threats which the modern world faces, yet it has not received any universal definition. For the purposes of this session, we believe that terrorism reflects concerted attempts to intimidate a people or nation from pursuing positive, progressive policies which contradict the terrorists’ ideologies. Though we recognize that there have certainly been many cases of Islamic extremists committing terrorism, we would like to emphasize that Muslim peoples are most frequently the subject of those attacks. Thus, we feel that any definition of terrorism should focus on treating all terrorist attacks equally with the punishments they deserve, while recognizing that such attacks are most frequently orchestrated by guerrilla groups, not governments. Additionally, we would like to endorse international responses which favor community building and aid. Though terrorist attacks are military in nature, the best responses provide sovereign governments with the economic and political support they need to prevent terrorism in their nations. Indeed, a comprehensive policy on terrorism will include an international task force which provides advice and support to nations in crafting internal anti-terrorism policies. Given our vulnerable position as a post-revolutionary nation balancing the religion of our people with aspirations to democracy, we feel that a fair and equitable definition of and approach to terrorism must be adopted by this body.
Though some nations might feel that private security contractors are a valuable way to address these problems, we always feel that sovereign militaries should always take the primary role in addressing conflicts. They are generally more in tune to the needs and realities of a populace, and thus can more effectively meet the demands of modern warfare. However, the Tunisian Republic believes that this is primarily a domestic matter and will not discourage other nations from employing private contractors to maintain stable democracies. Still, we believe that all nations should ensure, through regulation and permits, that private security contractors operating within their jurisdiction follow the laws of warfare as decided by this body. Thus, through strict regulation, we believe private military contractors should be held to the same high standards as anyone else carrying powerful weapons in conflicts.
We look forward to a successful session, with the hope that through cooperation and respectful dialogue we can achieve a safer, freer world for all of humankind.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Lebanon Position Statement - Security Council
Lebanon
Security Council
Position Statement
1. Pan-American Arms Trafficking
Although Lebanon is not directly affected by illegal pan-American arms trafficking based
on our country's geographic location, we are firmly opposed to the illegal trade of weapons. It is
of the utmost importance that stricter policies regarding trade of arms are mandated and
enforced.
2. Nuclear Weapon Nonproliferation, Energy Regulation and Uranium Mining
Lebanon is for the disarmament and prevention of nuclear weaponry.
Lebanon supports the regulation of energy usage per country. Lebanon supports the advancement
of alternative energies.
Lebanon supports mining uranium for energy or for civil purposes, yet opposes uranium mining
for the construction of weaponry.
3. Definition of Terrorism and Addressing Appropriate International Responses
Terrorism is defined as the act or acts intended to spread terror. The appropriate
international response to terrorism should be swift and effective; military may or may not be
necessary from allied nations.
4. Private Military Contractors
The Lebanese government supports the UN regulation of private military contractors.
Uganda Position Paper
The Republic of Uganda, Security Council, Position Paper Thank you Mr. Chairman. Uganda and the world are in distress. The issues of illegal Pan-American arms trafficking, nuclear weapon nonproliferation, energy regulation, uranium mining, private military contractors, and issues regarding terrorism must be resolved. Uganda urges for tighter regulations on Pan-American arms trafficking, as well as the repression of the making and possession of nuclear weapons and uranium mining. Uganda also urges the UN to combat terrorism in all countries. Uganda also agrees with the Secretary General’s 2010 document, Energy for a Sustainable Future, which requires many modern energy ideas to be put into place by 2030. Uganda advocates the use of private military contractors to aid in the security of nations, but not if mercenaries weaken the military order of a country. Mercenaries bring much needed revenue into Uganda’s economy; private military firms provide jobs for Uganda’s people. Mercenaries from Uganda protect others – in Iraq, Ugandans work as security guards protecting American military bases. Private military contractors are a valid option for countries in need of protection, but without a dependable police force. Unfortunately, Uganda’s police force is understaffed and unable to respond quickly. As in Uganda, other countries need private military contractors to maintain peace and security. However, when mercenaries’ actions undermine country’s military order and cause chaos because they will fight not for a countries cause, but for money, not safety. Uganda will attempt to end this practice. It threatens the power and authority not only of Uganda’s government, but that of all countries. Though private security companies are a valid option for maintaining security, the companies as well as the mercenaries in them should be checked and regulated by the government of the country. Private military leaders call also influence trade. Illegal Pan-American arms trafficking is dangerous for all countries of the world. Though this time it does not directly affect Uganda, it greatly affects one of our ally, the United States of America. Illegal Arms trafficking endangers the lives of people everywhere because of corruption involved and problems of law enforcement. Uganda urges tighter regulations to ensure destruction of the arms trade. Uganda stands with the Organization of American States (OAS) in their Pan-American Arms Trafficking Agreement, in which included nations agree to tighten regulations on the illegal arms flowing between countries by trying their best to make sure that arms traveling between countries are legal according to the laws of both countries. Terrorism is a big problem in the world today. Terrorism has erupted in Africa and has caused Africa great harm. With Uganda, we have worked tiresly in trying to stop terrorism in Africa. We have successfully pushed the Lords Resistance Army (LRA) out of northern Uganda were it did originate. We are currently helping the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with the LRA. We have committed over 4,000 soldiers to fight in Somalia against the Al-Shabbab. Help Sudan scholarships, technical assistance, and helped moderate talks between Sudan and Souther Sudan. We also help with relationships between Rwanda, DRC, Burundi, and ourselves in other matters of security issues.
Since, we have been apart of continuing to help other countries and ourselves in combating terrorism and conflicts within countries, we urge the United Nations Security Council to look at terrorism in geographical way. Africa is one of the locations int he world where terrorism flourishes and survives. We need more soldiers in Africa to keep things under control. To help other countries to get rid of their terrorist organizations and the organizations running the countries sometimes. Uganda will continue to send soldiers where necessary to maintain peace and we urge other countries to do the same.
Uganda is a developing country, therefore energy regulation is very important to us. In the Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Mineral Development report of 2008, Uganda priorities are to increase electricity generation volume, grow access to modern energy services to
Agricultural based homes, to watch petroleum exploration, and advance mineral investment. We still feel the same way today. We ask all countries to follow The Secretary-Generals’s Advisory Group on Energy and Climate Change, Energy for a Sustainable Future, Report and Recommendations, reported April 2010 (AGECC). Which urged the UN to ensure modern energy services no later than 2030 and to decrease energy intensity by 40% no latter than 2030. If we get modern energy to agricultural based homes using tight regulation to meet the AGECC recommendations and help our priorities, then most of our priorities will follow. To do this the AGECC recommends to launch a global campaign Energy for Sustainable Development and countries should emphasize their own goals with national strategies.
Uranium mining is a very controversial issue. Uganda does not have any uranium in its country bounds. However, we are neighbors to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). There is uranium both, Nigeria and Gabon, also have uranium deposits. Our basic concern is then safety of our people and the people of Africa if radiation does get out from uranium mining. We urge for tighter regulations on uranium mining to ensure safety.
Again, Uganda does not have any nuclear weapons. We urge that the world be free of nuclear weapons. Our President, President Museveni, in 2010 called “for a world free of nuclear weapons,” and still sticks to that statement. We ask that modern and industrialized countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and China nuclear weapons and put pressure on less modern and industrialized countries that do have them. Nuclear weapons are dangerous and cause disastrous affects on the world, its environment, and politics.
We reiterate that the UNSC should tighten regulations on uranium mining and add new regulations to meet energy goals. In addition, the removal of nuclear weapons by all countries and/or have a great compromise. To not discredit private military contractors, but to keep them regulated by the governments of their countries. We need to commit as many troops as possible to help fight terrorism. Finally, for swift peace and security. While we debate, the world is in turmoil.
Thank you, Mr.Chairman for your time.
Uganda Position Statement
The Republic of Uganda, Security Council, Position Paper Thank you Mr. Chairman. Uganda and the world are in distress. The issues of illegal Pan-American arms trafficking, nuclear weapon nonproliferation, energy regulation, uranium mining, private military contractors, and issues regarding terrorism must be resolved. Uganda urges for tighter regulations on Pan-American arms trafficking, as well as the repression of the making and possession of nuclear weapons and uranium mining. Uganda also urges the UN to combat terrorism in all countries. Uganda also agrees with the Secretary General’s 2010 document, Energy for a Sustainable Future, which requires many modern energy ideas to be put into place by 2030. Uganda advocates the use of private military contractors to aid in the security of nations, but not if mercenaries weaken the military order of a country. Mercenaries bring much needed revenue into Uganda’s economy; private military firms provide jobs for Uganda’s people. Mercenaries from Uganda protect others – in Iraq, Ugandans work as security guards protecting American military bases. Private military contractors are a valid option for countries in need of protection, but without a dependable police force. Unfortunately, Uganda’s police force is understaffed and unable to respond quickly. As in Uganda, other countries need private military contractors to maintain peace and security. However, when mercenaries’ actions undermine country’s military order and cause chaos because they will fight not for a countries cause, but for money, not safety. Uganda will attempt to end this practice. It threatens the power and authority not only of Uganda’s government, but that of all countries. Though private security companies are a valid option for maintaining security, the companies as well as the mercenaries in them should be checked and regulated by the government of the country. Private military leaders call also influence trade. Illegal Pan-American arms trafficking is dangerous for all countries of the world. Though this time it does not directly affect Uganda, it greatly affects one of our ally, the United States of America. Illegal Arms trafficking endangers the lives of people everywhere because of corruption involved and problems of law enforcement. Uganda urges tighter regulations to ensure destruction of the arms trade. Uganda stands with the Organization of American States (OAS) in their Pan-American Arms Trafficking Agreement, in which included nations agree to tighten regulations on the illegal arms flowing between countries by trying their best to make sure that arms traveling between countries are legal according to the laws of both countries. Terrorism is a big problem in the world today. Terrorism has erupted in Africa and has caused Africa great harm. With Uganda, we have worked tiresly in trying to stop terrorism in Africa. We have successfully pushed the Lords Resistance Army (LRA) out of northern Uganda were it did originate. We are currently helping the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with the LRA. We have committed over 4,000 soldiers to fight in Somalia against the Al-Shabbab. Help Sudan scholarships, technical assistance, and helped moderate talks between Sudan and Souther Sudan. We also help with relationships between Rwanda, DRC, Burundi, and ourselves in other matters of security issues.
Since, we have been apart of continuing to help other countries and ourselves in combating terrorism and conflicts within countries, we urge the United Nations Security Council to look at terrorism in geographical way. Africa is one of the locations int he world where terrorism flourishes and survives. We need more soldiers in Africa to keep things under control. To help other countries to get rid of their terrorist organizations and the organizations running the countries sometimes. Uganda will continue to send soldiers where necessary to maintain peace and we urge other countries to do the same.
Uganda is a developing country, therefore energy regulation is very important to us. In the Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Mineral Development report of 2008, Uganda priorities are to increase electricity generation volume, grow access to modern energy services to
Agricultural based homes, to watch petroleum exploration, and advance mineral investment. We still feel the same way today. We ask all countries to follow The Secretary-Generals’s Advisory Group on Energy and Climate Change, Energy for a Sustainable Future, Report and Recommendations, reported April 2010 (AGECC). Which urged the UN to ensure modern energy services no later than 2030 and to decrease energy intensity by 40% no latter than 2030. If we get modern energy to agricultural based homes using tight regulation to meet the AGECC recommendations and help our priorities, then most of our priorities will follow. To do this the AGECC recommends to launch a global campaign Energy for Sustainable Development and countries should emphasize their own goals with national strategies.
Uranium mining is a very controversial issue. Uganda does not have any uranium in its country bounds. However, we are neighbors to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). There is uranium both, Nigeria and Gabon, also have uranium deposits. Our basic concern is then safety of our people and the people of Africa if radiation does get out from uranium mining. We urge for tighter regulations on uranium mining to ensure safety.
Again, Uganda does not have any nuclear weapons. We urge that the world be free of nuclear weapons. Our President, President Museveni, in 2010 called “for a world free of nuclear weapons,” and still sticks to that statement. We ask that modern and industrialized countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and China nuclear weapons and put pressure on less modern and industrialized countries that do have them. Nuclear weapons are dangerous and cause disastrous affects on the world, its environment, and politics.
We reiterate that the UNSC should tighten regulations on uranium mining and add new regulations to meet energy goals. In addition, the removal of nuclear weapons by all countries and/or have a great compromise. To not discredit private military contractors, but to keep them regulated by the governments of their countries. We need to commit as many troops as possible to help fight terrorism. Finally, for swift peace and security. While we debate, the world is in turmoil.
Thank you, Mr.Chairman for your time.
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