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  • 30 August 1996 View: S/PRST/1996/37

    Abstract: This was a presidential statement laying out basic principles for the role of peacekeeping missions in mine clearance.

  • 29 August 1996 View: S/1996/704

    Abstract: This note outlined procedures for deleting items from the Council's list of matters of which it was seized.

  • 26 August 1996 View: A/51/306

    Abstract: This was Graça Machel's report on children and armed conflict.

  • 22 August 1996 View: S/1996/603

    Abstract: This note indicated that the Council would delete from its list of matters of which it was seized any item not taken up in the previous five years, unless a member state objected.

  • 16 August 1996 View: S/RES/1070

    Abstract: This resolution strengthened sanctions in connection with Sudan.

  • 15 August 1996 View: S/PV.3689

    Abstract: This was an orientation debate on demining as part of peacekeeping, organised by Germany.

  • 24 July 1996 View: S/1996/621

    Abstract: This was a letter from Germany proposing a seven-point action programme including the adoption of a global ban on anti-personnel landmines.

  • 1 July 1996 View: A/51/182

    Abstract: This included guidelines for international arms transfers.

  • 12 June 1996 View: S/RES/1060

    Abstract: This resolution emphasised the importance of full compliance by Iraq with its obligations to permit immediate, unconditional and unrestricted access to UNSCOM to any site, and found unacceptable any attempts by Iraq to deny access to any such site.

  • 26 April 1996 View: S/RES/1054

    Abstract: This resolution imposed sanctions in connection with Sudan.

  • 18 April 1996 View: S/PV.3654

    Abstract: This was an orientation debate on the Middle East organised by the Chilean presidency.

  • 9 April 1996 View: S/PV.3648

    Abstract: This was an orientation debate on Afghanistan organised by the Chilean presidency.

  • 9 April 1996 View: S/PV.3650

    Abstract: The Council discussed the threat to international peace and security presented by the conflict in Afghanistan, and the relationship of the conflict to certain groups from Pakistan, the lack of central governing authority, and the production of narcotics.

  • 22 October 1996 View: S/RES/1076

    Abstract: This resolution called on all parties in Afghanistan to stop fighting, and engage in political dialogue. The Council also denounced the discrimination against girls and women.

  • 22 October 1996 View: S/RES/1077

    Abstract: This resolution created a UN human rights office.

  • 16 October 1996 View: S/PV.3705

    Abstract: This was a day long open debate in which the Council was addressed by representatives from neighbouring states to Afghanistan, among others, about the worsening situation in Afghanistan, and the involvement of troops from Pakistan in the conflict.

  • 10 October 1996 View: S/PRST/1996/41

    Abstract: In this statement, the Council requested to be kept regularly informed into progress on investigations of violations at Srebrenica.

  • 30 September 1996 View: S/PRST/1996/40

    Abstract: This presidential statement expressed grave concern at the situation in Afghanistan, the violation of the UN compound, and expressed dismay at the brutal execution of former President Mohammad Najibullah.

  • 28 September 1996 View: S/PV.3699

    Abstract: The Council agreed to issue a presidential statement (S/PRST/1996/40).

  • 9 September 1996 View: A/51/306/Add.1

    Abstract: This was the addendum Graça Machel's report on children and armed conflict.

  • 12 March 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/13

    Abstract: This was on security of UN operations.

  • 9 January 1997 View: S/1997/18

    Abstract: Was a draft resolution on the situation in Guatemala which was vetoed by China to protest the former's diplomatic recognition of Taiwan.

  • 6 January 1997 View: S/1997/16

    Abstract: This was a report of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) concerning Somalia.

  • 17 December 1996 View: A/RES/51/208

    Abstract: This resolution invited the Council to establish consultative mechanisms to address the impact of sanctions as well as to enhance the effectiveness and transparency of the sanctions committees.

  • 12 December 1996 View: S/RES/1088

    Abstract: This resolution contained the authorisation of the establishment of a multinational stabilisation force (SFOR).

  • 12 December 1996 View: A/RES/51/77

    Abstract: This resolution recommended that the Secretary-General appoint for a period of three years a Special Representative on the impact of armed conflict on children.

  • 10 December 1996 View: A/RES/51/45 F

    Abstract: This resolution outlined measures to curb the illicit transfer and use of conventional arms.

  • 15 November 1996 View: S/RES/1080

    Abstract: The Council welcomed the offers made by member states concerning the establishment for humanitarian purposes of a temporary multinational force to facilitate the immediate return of humanitarian organizations and the effective delivery by civilian relief organizations of humanitarian aid to alleviate the immediate suffering of displaced persons, refugees and civilians at risk in eastern Zaire.

  • 12 November 1996 View: S/1996/927

    Abstract: This was a report by the Special Rapporteur of the CHR on the human rights situation in former Yugoslavia, covering human rights situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the elections as well as the situation of human rights in the former Yugoslavia.

  • 12 November 1996 View: S/1996/931

    Abstract: This was a periodic report on the situation of human rights in the former Yugoslavia submitted by the Special Rapporteur of the CHR on human rights situation in former Yugoslavia.

  • 22 October 1996 View: S/PV.3706

    Abstract: The Council adopted resolution 1076 unanimously and called on states not to interfere in Afghanistan's internal affairs.

  • 13 June 1997 View: A/51/924

    Abstract: This is a note of the Secretary-General proposing the appointment of Mary Robinson (Ireland) as High Commissioner for Human Rights, for a term of office of four years.

  • 12 June 1997 View: S/1997/451

    Abstract: This note indicated that the Council agreed to make modifications to the format of its annual report and attach assessments of the Council's work by presidents during the reporting period that would be informational and not necessarily reflect the views of the Council.

  • 16 April 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/20

    Abstract: This PRST called on all parties to cooperate with UNSMA.

  • Abstract: This was the second resumption of a meeting about Afghanistan and the Taliban.

  • Abstract: This is the first resumption of extended meetings about Afghanistan and the Taliban, during which the Council called on the warring factions to stop fighting and for states to halt supplies of weapons to Afghanistan.

  • 28 March 1997 View: S/RES/1101

    Abstract: This resolution authorised the use of force by a multinational protection force in Albania (Operation Alba).

  • 17 March 1997 View: S/1997/236

    Abstract: In this letter the Secretary-general appointed James Baker as Personal Envoy to Western Sahara.

  • 6 August 1997 View: S/RES/1125

    Abstract: This resolution authorised Inter-African Mission to monitor the implementation of the Bangui Agreements (MISAB) peacekeeping.

  • 18 July 1997 View: S/1997/561

    Abstract: This was a letter from President Angé-Felix Patassé to the Secretary-General requesting the Council to authorise the members of the Inter-African Mission to Support the Bangui Agreements to carry out their operations under Chapter VII.

  • 11 July 1997 View: S/PV.3797

    Abstract: This meeting was on Sierra Leone.

  • 11 July 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/36

    Abstract: This presidential statement expressed support for the OAU decision to appeal to ECOWAS leaders for support for the Sierra Leonean government.

  • 9 July 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/35

    Abstract: This presidential statement called on warring parties to return to the negotiating table.

  • 9 July 1997 View: S/PV.3796

    Abstract: During this meeting, it was agreed to issue a presidential statement (S/PRST/1997/35).

  • 27 June 1997 View: S/1997/499

    Abstract: This letter transmitted an ECOWAS communiqué in connection with the conflict in Sierra Leone.

  • 19 June 1997 View: S/RES/1114

    Abstract: This resolution authorised the use of force by a multinational protection force in Albania (Operation Alba).

  • 17 June 1997 View: A/51/PV.102

    Abstract: During this meeting the General Assembly approved the appointment of Mary Robinson of Ireland as High Commissioner for Human Rights for a four-year term of office.

  • 17 June 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/34

    Abstract: This statement was on protection for humanitarian assistance to refugees and others in conflict situations.

  • 16 June 1997 View: S/1997/482

    Abstract: This report noted the heavy fighting between factions and suggested that any solution would not be forthcoming from a military quarter.

  • 23 October 1997 View: S/RES/1134

    Abstract: This resolution expressed its firm intention to impose travel bans on Iraqi officials obstructing UN inspections.

  • 8 October 1997 View: S/RES/1132

    Abstract: This resolution was on Sierra Leone and imposed an embargo on diamonds and petroleum.

  • 25 September 1997 View: S/PV.3819

    Abstract: This was the first ministerial-level debate on the situation in Africa.

  • 25 September 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/46

    Abstract: This presidential statement noted that addressing the challenges of conflict in Africa required a comprehensive approach and called on the Secretary-General to produce a report to address the issue.

  • 22 September 1997 View: S/1997/730

    Abstract: This was a letter from the permanent representative of Argentina addressed to the president of the Security Council that served as a background paper for the 25 September 1997 ministerial-level debate on Africa.

  • 17 September 1997 View: S/1997/719

    Abstract: This report noted the continued heavy fighting in Afghanistan and the appointment of Lakhdar Brahimi as the Secretary-General's Special Envoy.

  • 28 August 1997 View: S/RES/1127

    Abstract: This resolution strengthened sanctions in connection with Angola.

  • 27 August 1997 View: A/52/298

    Abstract: This was the report of the Panel of Governmental Experts on Small Arms.

  • 16 December 1997 View: S/PRST/1997/55

    Abstract: This presidential statement called on all states to stop supplying the warring parties in Afghanistan with weapons and ammunition, and requested support for the UN mission (UNSMA).

  • 16 December 1997 View: S/PV.3841

    Abstract: It was agreed to issue a presidential statement (S/PRST/1997/55).

  • 16 December 1997 View: A/RES/52/167

    Abstract: This resolution was on safety and security of humanitarian personne.

  • 12 December 1997 View: A/Res/52/137

    Abstract: This resolution noted that Aung San Suu Kyi was allowed to travel to peacefully conduct normal political activities.

  • Abstract: This was the Kyoto Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change

  • 9 December 1997 View: A/RES/52/38

    Abstract: This resolution requested the Secretary-General to assist and provide such services as may be necessary to fulfil the tasks entrusted to him by the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty.

  • 14 November 1997 View: S/1997/894

    Abstract: This report noted that a peaceful settlement in Afghanistan remains elusive.

  • 12 November 1997 View: S/RES/1137

    Abstract: This resolution determined that six US nationals working as UN inspectors expelled by Iraq was unacceptable and warned of serious consequences.

  • 6 November 1997 View: S/RES/1136

    Abstract: This resolution authorised for three months, under Chapter VII, the Member States participating in the Inter-African Mission to Support the Bangui Agreements and those states providing logistical support to ensure the security of their personnel with expenses borne on a voluntary basis.

  • 29 October 1997 View: S/RES/1135

    Abstract: This resolution strengthened sanctions in connection with Angola.

  • 27 March 1998 View: S/1998/286

    Abstract: This was Costa Rica's assessment of its December 1997 presidency of the Council, containing a "Position paper on working methods of the Security Council".

  • 27 March 1998 View: S/RES/1159

    Abstract: This resolution established United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic.

  • 17 March 1998 View: S/1998/222

    Abstract: This report noted the efforts made by UNSMA over the winter to bring together warring factions in Afghanistan, but deplored the continuing supply of arms from foreign parties to all sides.