UN Security Council resolution 1410

UN Security Council Resolution 1410
Date:	2002
Meeting:	4534
Identifier:	s / RES / 1410 (2002) ( document )
Poll:	Pro: 15  Ent. : 0  Cons: 0
Object:	The situation in East Timor
Result:	accepted
Composition of the Security Council 2002:
Permanent members:
CHN FRA GBR RUS USA
Non-permanent members:
BUL CMR COL GIN IRL
MEX MUS NOR SGP SYR

With the Resolution 1410 of the UN Security Council the creation of which was the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET) decided. The resolution was passed on May 17, 2002 with reference to resolutions 1272 , 1338 and 1392 and the declaration by East Timor's President Xanana Gusmão of October 31, 2001 (S / PRST / 2001/32).

background

After the Indonesian occupation from 1975 to 1999, East Timor (Timor-Leste) was initially under the United Nations' interim administration for East Timor (UNTAET). UNTAET took over the development of state institutions. Elections to the constituent assembly took place on August 30, 2001, the first presidential election on April 14, 2002 . The independence of East Timor was planned for May 20, 2002 .

The resolution

The flag of East Timor

The UN Security Council praised the people of East Timor for bringing the country to independence through peaceful and democratic means. The dedication and professionalism of UNTAET and the leadership of the UN Special Envoy for East Timor Sérgio Vieira de Mello in supporting the East Timorese people in their transition to independence were acknowledged . The UN Security Council repeated the welcome of the successful and peaceful elections for the Constituent Assembly on August 30, 2001 and the presidential election on April 14, 2002. The UN Security Council also welcomed the commitment of the elected leaders of East Timor to lead the country in solidarity. The steps you have taken so far to establish good relations with neighboring countries are also welcomed. The UN Security Council took note of the primary responsibility of the people of East Timor for building their nation.

It was also noted that the emerging institutions in East Timor are still fragile and that support will continue to be needed in the immediate post-independence period to support the ongoing momentum in developing and strengthening East Timor's infrastructure, public administration, law enforcement and defense capabilities. The assessment of the United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan about the difficulties that have a negative impact on the effectiveness of the judicial system in East Timor was noted with concern and therefore called on all relevant parties to continue working in this area for progress. The report of the Secretary General of April 17, 2002 (S / 2002/432) became known. His recommendation for a follow-up UNTAET mission for a period of two years is welcomed. The UN Security Council also took note of the joint letter dated April 20, 2002 from the elected President of East Timor, Xanana Gusmão, and the Chief Minister of East Timor, Marí Bin Amude Alkatiri, to the President of the Security Council.

The UN Security Council recalled the relevant principles in the Convention for the Safety of Personnel of the United Nations and Affiliated Persons, which was adopted on December 9, 1994. The Secretary-General's intention to appoint a coordinator of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) as his Deputy Special Representative was welcomed . The importance of a smooth transition from the role of the United Nations to support for development was underlined. The UN Security Council takes note of the ongoing challenges for the short-term and long-term security and stability of an independent East Timor and decides that the security of the East Timor’s national borders and the continued existence of their internal and external stability is necessary for the maintenance of peace and security in the region.

The UN Security Council decided to set up the United Nations Support Mission in East Timor (UNMISET) from May 20, 2002 for twelve months. The mandate should include the following elements: support for core administrative structures critical to the viability and political stability of East Timor, interim law enforcement agencies and public safety forces, and support in the development of a new law enforcement agency in East Timor, the East Timor Police Service ( ETPS) and contributing to the external and internal security of East Timor.

The UN Security Council decided that UNMISET should be led by the UN Special Envoy for East Timor. The UNMISET should consist of a civilian part, with the office of the Special Representative and its focus on gender equality and HIV / AIDS, a civilian support group of up to 100 people for filling core functions, a serious crime unit and a unit for human rights. In addition, there should be a contingent of civilian police forces initially with 1,250 officers and a military contingent with initially up to 5,000 soldiers, including 120 military advisors. The UN Security Council asked UNMISET to pay particular attention to stability, democracy, the rule of law, public administration, law enforcement agencies, external security and border control. It was also decided that the internationally recognized principles of human rights should be an integral part of training and skills development through UNMISET. UNMISET was authorized under Chapter IV of the Charter of the United Nations to take the necessary measures to carry out its tasks during the term of the mandate. A review of the case and all aspects of the UNMISET mandate should take place after twelve months. The progress in achieving the individual goals should take place under constant review and the downsizing of the UNMISET should take place as soon as possible after the situation on site has been carefully examined. UNMISET should transfer all operational responsibility to the East Timorese authorities as soon as possible over a period of two years, without endangering stability. The UN member states and international agencies have been instructed to provide the assistance requested by the Secretary General, in particular assistance in setting up the ETPS and the East Timorese Defense Forces (FDTL).

The progress made in solving the bilateral problems between Indonesia and East Timor was welcomed and the UN Security Council emphasized the great importance of the cooperation between the two governments, as well as the cooperation with UNMISET on all issues, including the development of an agreement on the demarcation of the two countries bring to account those responsible for the serious crimes during the crisis in East Timor in 1999 , in the repatriation of the resettled and fled residents of East Timor who were currently in Indonesia and in continuing work to combat all forms of criminal activity, including the militia in the border area.

The Secretary-General has been instructed to keep the Security Council closely and regularly informed of progress in the implementation of the resolution. He should deliver a report within six months and another every six months. The UN Security Council decided to continue actively dealing with the matter.

Follow-up time

East Timor was given independence on May 20, 2002. The mandate of UNMISET was later extended to 2005, then replaced by the one-year follow-up mission to the United Nations Office in East Timor (UNOTIL). When unrest broke out in East Timor in 2006 , the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), together with the International Stabilization Force (ISF), became necessary. The UN missions in East Timor finally ended on December 31, 2012.

See also

• History of East Timor