United Nations Security Council Resolution 1912
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Security Council Resolution
1912, adopted unanimously on February 26, 2010, after reaffirming resolutions 1599
(2005), 1677
(2006), 1690
(2006), 1703
(2006), 1704
(2006), 1745
(2007), 1802
(2008) and 1867
(2009) in addition to noting a report by the Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
, the Council decided to extend the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste
(UNMIT) in East Timor
until February 26, 2011.
The Council also endorsed the Secretary-General's recommendation that the police component in UNMIT be reconfigured including its drawdown so that the policing responsibilities of the National Police of East Timor
(PNTL) can be reinstated during a phased resumption, in accordance with the criteria mutually agreed between the Government of East Timor
and UNMIT. According to the Secretary-General's report, the international police presence would be reduced from 1608 to 1280 by mid-2011. It urged both to continue to cooperate to expeditiously implement the resumption process, further requesting UNMIT to ensure the maintenance of public security and to intensify efforts to assist with further training and strengthening the PNTL.
The resolution stated the need for operations and rules of engagement to be regularly updated as necessary, and to be fully in line with the resolution's provisions. It asked the Secretary-General to report back to the Council on this matter and that of troop and police-contributing countries within 30 days of the adoption of the current resolution. The Council also reaffirmed the importance of accountability and justice, expressing its support of UNMIT in assisting the Timorese government while addressing reform of the justice system.
The Council called on UNMIT to co-operate with other United Nations actors and other relevant organisations in East Timor to support the Timorese government and other institutions in designing plans relating to poverty reduction, improving education and promoting sustainable livelihood and economic growth. Additionally, it called on the Government of East Timor to strengthen peacebuilding initiatives particularly with regard to employment by focusing on rural areas and youth, as well as socio-economic development. Prior to the adoption of the current resolution, UNMIT's chief Ameerah Haq
said that, since unrest in 2006, the country had made "remarkable progress" but warned that long-term recovery and development goals would be challenging.
Resolution 1912 concluded by requesting the Secretary-General to report back to the Council by October 15, 2010, on elements concerning the reconfiguring of the police component of UNMIT, and no later than January 26, 2011, regarding possible adjustments to UNMIT's mandate and strength.
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1912, adopted unanimously on February 26, 2010, after reaffirming resolutions 1599
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1599
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1599, adopted unanimously on April 28, 2005, after reaffirming previous resolutions on East Timor , particularly resolutions 1543 and 1573 , the Council established the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste to follow on from the United Nations Mission of...
(2005), 1677
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1677
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1677, adopted unanimously on May 12, 2006, after reaffirming previous resolutions on East Timor , particularly Resolution 1599 , the Council renewed the mandate of the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste until June 20, 2006.The resolution was adopted...
(2006), 1690
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1690
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1690, adopted unanimously on June 20, 2006, after reaffirming previous resolutions on East Timor , particularly resolutions 1599 and 1677 , the Council renewed the mandate of the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste for two months until August 20,...
(2006), 1703
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1703
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1703, adopted unanimously on August 18, 2006, after reaffirming previous resolutions on East Timor , particularly resolutions 1599 , 1677 and 1690 , the Council renewed the mandate of the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste until August 25, 2006.The...
(2006), 1704
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1704
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1704, adopted unanimously on August 25, 2006, after reaffirming previous resolutions on East Timor , particularly resolutions 1599 , 1677 , 1690 and 1703 , the Council established the United Nations Integrated Mission in East Timor for an initial period...
(2006), 1745
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1745
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1745 was unanimously adopted on 22 February 2007.- Resolution :With Timorese presidential elections less than two months away, the Security Council today extended the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste through February 2008,...
(2007), 1802
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1802
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1802 was unanimously adopted on 23 February 2008.- Resolution :The Security Council this morning extended the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Timor-Leste for one year, until 26 February 2009, at the current authorized levels and condemned in the...
(2008) and 1867
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1867
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1867 was unanimously adopted on 26 February 2009.- Resolution :Recognizing the important role that the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste continues to play in promoting peace, stability and development in the country, the Security Council...
(2009) in addition to noting a report by the Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon is the eighth and current Secretary-General of the United Nations, after succeeding Kofi Annan in 2007. Before going on to be Secretary-General, Ban was a career diplomat in South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in the United Nations. He entered diplomatic service the year he...
, the Council decided to extend the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste
United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste
The United Nations Integrated Mission in East Timor was established on August 25, 2006 by UN Security Council Resolution 1704. Its objectives are "to support the Government in consolidating stability, enhancing a culture of democratic governance, and facilitating political dialogue among Timorese...
(UNMIT) in East Timor
East Timor
The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, commonly known as East Timor , is a state in Southeast Asia. It comprises the eastern half of the island of Timor, the nearby islands of Atauro and Jaco, and Oecusse, an exclave on the northwestern side of the island, within Indonesian West Timor...
until February 26, 2011.
The Council also endorsed the Secretary-General's recommendation that the police component in UNMIT be reconfigured including its drawdown so that the policing responsibilities of the National Police of East Timor
National Police of East Timor
-History:The PNTL was established in May 2002 by the United Nations, before sovereignty was passed to the new state, with a mandate to provide security and maintain law and order throughout the country, and to enable the rapid development of a credible, professional and impartial police service...
(PNTL) can be reinstated during a phased resumption, in accordance with the criteria mutually agreed between the Government of East Timor
Politics of East Timor
Politics of East Timor takes place in a framework of a parliamentary representative democratic republic, whereby the Prime Minister of East Timor is the head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in both the...
and UNMIT. According to the Secretary-General's report, the international police presence would be reduced from 1608 to 1280 by mid-2011. It urged both to continue to cooperate to expeditiously implement the resumption process, further requesting UNMIT to ensure the maintenance of public security and to intensify efforts to assist with further training and strengthening the PNTL.
The resolution stated the need for operations and rules of engagement to be regularly updated as necessary, and to be fully in line with the resolution's provisions. It asked the Secretary-General to report back to the Council on this matter and that of troop and police-contributing countries within 30 days of the adoption of the current resolution. The Council also reaffirmed the importance of accountability and justice, expressing its support of UNMIT in assisting the Timorese government while addressing reform of the justice system.
The Council called on UNMIT to co-operate with other United Nations actors and other relevant organisations in East Timor to support the Timorese government and other institutions in designing plans relating to poverty reduction, improving education and promoting sustainable livelihood and economic growth. Additionally, it called on the Government of East Timor to strengthen peacebuilding initiatives particularly with regard to employment by focusing on rural areas and youth, as well as socio-economic development. Prior to the adoption of the current resolution, UNMIT's chief Ameerah Haq
Ameerah Haq
Ameerah Haq is a Bangladeshi technocrat. In December 2009, she was appointed Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, thus becoming the highest-ranking Bangladeshi official at the UN. Haq is also the Secretary-General's Special Representative for Timor-Leste and Head of the United Nations...
said that, since unrest in 2006, the country had made "remarkable progress" but warned that long-term recovery and development goals would be challenging.
Resolution 1912 concluded by requesting the Secretary-General to report back to the Council by October 15, 2010, on elements concerning the reconfiguring of the police component of UNMIT, and no later than January 26, 2011, regarding possible adjustments to UNMIT's mandate and strength.
See also
- 2006 East Timorese crisis
- History of East TimorHistory of East TimorEast Timor is a small country in Southeast Asia, officially known as Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. The country comprises the eastern half of the island of Timor and the nearby islands of Atauro and Jaco. The first inhabitants are thought to be descendant of Australoid and Melanesian peoples...
- List of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1901 to 2000 (2009 – 2011)
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