Statement / by the President of the Security Council

Statement [made on behalf of the Security Council, at the 4663rd meeting, 12 Dec. 2002, in connection with the Council's consideration of the item entitled "The situation in Somalia"]

Reaffirms its commitment to a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the situation in Somalia; welcomes Eldoret Declaration as an important step towards the ending the violence and suffering of the Somali people; welcomes Joint Declaration issued by involved parties in Modagishu on 2 Dec. 2002; encourages Member States urgently to provide further contributions in support of the Somalia National Reconciliation Process; condemns recent attacks on humanitarian personnel and civilians in Somalia; expresses serious concern regarding situation of displaced persons in Somalia; calls on all Member States, entities and individuals to respect fully arms embargo established by resolution 733 (1992); requests the Secretary-General to continue preparatory activities on the ground for post-conflict peace-building mission in Somalia once security condition permits.

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