Statement [made on behalf of the Security Council, at the 4849th meeting, 27 Oct. 2003, in connection with the Council's consideration of the item entitled "International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda"]

Notes the invitation of the General Assembly contained in resolution 57/289 of 20 Dec. 2002 that it address uncertainties regarding the power of the Tribunal to finance the upgrading of prison accomodations; confirms that it is within the lawful powers of the International Tribunal for Rwanda under its Statute to fund the renovation and refurbishment of prison facilities in States that have concluded agreements with the UN for the carrying out prison sentences of the Tribunal. Such funds shall be used to bring up to international minimum standards the prison accomodation to be occupied or used pursuant to those agreements.

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