INSTRUCTIONS TO TABLE UNAMI RENEWAL RESOLUTION

UNCLAS STATE 079841 SIPDIS E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: PREL UNSC IZ SUBJECT: INSTRUCTIONS TO TABLE UNAMI RENEWAL RESOLUTION ¶1. SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUEST: The mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) was reauthorized by UNSC resolution 1770 on August 10, 2007 and will expire on August 10, 2008. USUN is authorized to table the text of the draft resolution in paragraph 2 to renew UNAMI's mandate as contained in resolution 1770 for another twelve months. USUN should begin consultations on the draft text with the UK mission to the UN, followed by consultations with other Security Council members and the Iraqi mission as appropriate. USUN should keep Washington informed on the progress of discussions and seek further guidance as needed. ¶2. Begin text: The Security Council, Recalling all its previous relevant resolutions on Iraq, in particular 1500 (2003) of 14 August 2003, 1546 (2004) of 8 June 2004, 1557 (2004) of 12 August 2004, 1619 (2005) of 11 August 2005, 1700 (2006) of 10 August 2006 and 1770 (2007) of 10 August 2007, Reaffirming the independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Iraq, Emphasizing the importance of the stability and security of Iraq for the people of Iraq, the region, and the international community, Acknowledging that a democratically elected and constitutionally based Government of Iraq is now in place, Underscoring the need for all communities in Iraq to reject sectarianism, participate in the political process, and engage in an inclusive political dialogue and national reconciliation for the sake of Iraq's political stability and unity, Reaffirming the importance of the United Nations, in particular the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq(UNAMI),in supporting the efforts of the Iraqi people and Government to strengthen institutions for representative government, promote political dialogue and national reconciliation, engage neighboring countries, assist vulnerable groups, including refugees and internally displaced persons, and promote the protection of human rights and judicial and legal reform, Recognizing that security is essential for UNAMI to carry out its work on behalf of the people of Iraq and urging Member States and relevant organizations to continue providing the resources necessary to ensure the security of United Nations and associated personnel; Welcoming the Secretary-General's appointment on 11 September 2007 of a new Special Representative for Iraq and recognizing his expanded role in advising the Government of Iraq and supporting the Iraqi people as established in resolution 1770 (2007) of 10 August 2007, Welcoming the important roles played by the United Nations and the Government of Iraq in the First Anniversary Ministerial Review of the International Compact with Iraq, held in Stockholm on 29 May 2008, as well as in the expanded Neighbors Conference on 22 April 2008, its working groups, and its support mechanism, and underscoring the importance of continued regional and international support for Iraq's development, Welcoming the letter of X August 2008 from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq to the Secretary-General, [S/2008/xxx, annex] setting forth the request of the Government of Iraq that the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) continue to assist Iraqi efforts to build a productive and prosperous nation at peace with itself and its neighbors, Taking note of the letter dated X August 2008 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2008/xxx),and expressing its appreciation for the role that the United Nations is playing in Iraq with the support of the international community, ¶1. Decides to extend the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) for a period of twelve months from the date of this resolution; ¶2. Calls on Member States to continue providing UNAMI with the necessary financial, logistical and security resources and support to fulfill its mission; ¶3. Expresses its intention to review the mandate of UNAMI in twelve months or sooner, if requested by the Government of Iraq; ¶4. Requests the Secretary-General to report to the Council within three months from the date of this resolution on UNAMI operations in Iraq, and on a quarterly basis thereafter on the progress made towards the fulfillment of all UNAMI's responsibilities; and ¶5. Decides to remain seized of the matter. RICE