Identifier
Created
Classification
Origin
09BANDARSERIBEGAWAN141
2009-06-24 07:55:00
CONFIDENTIAL
Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan
Cable title:
DELIVERY OF DEMARCHE OF ASEAN IMPLEMENTATION OF
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C O N F I D E N T I A L BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN 000141
SIPDIS
STATE FOR ISN, EAP, IO, USUN, T,
E.O. 12958: DECL: 06/24/2019
TAGS: PARM PREL MNUC KNNP BX
SUBJECT: DELIVERY OF DEMARCHE OF ASEAN IMPLEMENTATION OF
UNSCR 1874 AND TRANSPARENCY IN NORTH KOREA TRANSACTIONS
REF: SECSTATE 64133
Classified By: DCM John W. McIntyre for reasons 1.4 (b)(d)
C O N F I D E N T I A L BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN 000141
SIPDIS
STATE FOR ISN, EAP, IO, USUN, T,
E.O. 12958: DECL: 06/24/2019
TAGS: PARM PREL MNUC KNNP BX
SUBJECT: DELIVERY OF DEMARCHE OF ASEAN IMPLEMENTATION OF
UNSCR 1874 AND TRANSPARENCY IN NORTH KOREA TRANSACTIONS
REF: SECSTATE 64133
Classified By: DCM John W. McIntyre for reasons 1.4 (b)(d)
1. (C) Ambassador Todd met with Ministry of Foreign Affairs
and Trade (MFAT) Permanent Secretary, Datin Maimunah, to
deliver reftel demarche. Ambassador Todd stressed the
important role both Brunei and ASEAN play in support of UNSCR
1874. While highlighting the need to avoid unnecessary
confrontation, Ambassador Todd emphasized that ASEAN can and
should take the lead in promulgating a code of conduct and
transparency in dealings with North Korea. Burma's ongoing
and opaque transactions with North Korea were noted as an
area of specific concern. Ambassador Todd urged the MFAT to
press the Burmese government to adhere to their obligations
under UNSCRs 1718 and 1874.
2. (C) Datin Maimunah noted that both the Minister of Foreign
Affairs, Prince Mohamed, and the Deputy Minster of Foreign
Affairs, Pehin Lim Jock Seng, have been requesting more
information from MFAT staff regarding the ongoing North
Korean issue. Datin was especially appreciative of the
non-paper Ambassador Todd provided. While noting Government
of Brunei's (GoB) concerns with recent North Korean actions,
she said the MFAT would need to consult with their ASEAN
partners before determining next steps. Se noted that the
MFAT believes these consultatios would occur in July during
Ministerial meeting in Thailand. Datin did emphasize that
Prince Mhamed is engaged on this issue.
3. (C) Datin noed the concerns about shipments to and from
Burma She was non-committal on the GoB's response on bth a
bilateral basis or within ASEAN. Datin note the GoB is
concerned about the large number of uspect shipments,
especially thse believed to be carrying arms that are
transiting the region. She noted again that Brunei would need
to consult with ASEAN partners before taking an action
regarding Burma.
4. (C) Datin acknowledged the need for transparency in
dealings with the North Korea. On more than one occasion she
noted that senior MFAT and GoB officials have been surprised
at North Korean actions. She stated these actions are well
outside the norm, even for North Korea. Datin said that the
North Koreans have taken "brinkmanship too far." Datin
concluded by emphasizing that Brunei remains concerned about
the actions North Korea is taking both within the region and
globally.
TODD
SIPDIS
STATE FOR ISN, EAP, IO, USUN, T,
E.O. 12958: DECL: 06/24/2019
TAGS: PARM PREL MNUC KNNP BX
SUBJECT: DELIVERY OF DEMARCHE OF ASEAN IMPLEMENTATION OF
UNSCR 1874 AND TRANSPARENCY IN NORTH KOREA TRANSACTIONS
REF: SECSTATE 64133
Classified By: DCM John W. McIntyre for reasons 1.4 (b)(d)
1. (C) Ambassador Todd met with Ministry of Foreign Affairs
and Trade (MFAT) Permanent Secretary, Datin Maimunah, to
deliver reftel demarche. Ambassador Todd stressed the
important role both Brunei and ASEAN play in support of UNSCR
1874. While highlighting the need to avoid unnecessary
confrontation, Ambassador Todd emphasized that ASEAN can and
should take the lead in promulgating a code of conduct and
transparency in dealings with North Korea. Burma's ongoing
and opaque transactions with North Korea were noted as an
area of specific concern. Ambassador Todd urged the MFAT to
press the Burmese government to adhere to their obligations
under UNSCRs 1718 and 1874.
2. (C) Datin Maimunah noted that both the Minister of Foreign
Affairs, Prince Mohamed, and the Deputy Minster of Foreign
Affairs, Pehin Lim Jock Seng, have been requesting more
information from MFAT staff regarding the ongoing North
Korean issue. Datin was especially appreciative of the
non-paper Ambassador Todd provided. While noting Government
of Brunei's (GoB) concerns with recent North Korean actions,
she said the MFAT would need to consult with their ASEAN
partners before determining next steps. Se noted that the
MFAT believes these consultatios would occur in July during
Ministerial meeting in Thailand. Datin did emphasize that
Prince Mhamed is engaged on this issue.
3. (C) Datin noed the concerns about shipments to and from
Burma She was non-committal on the GoB's response on bth a
bilateral basis or within ASEAN. Datin note the GoB is
concerned about the large number of uspect shipments,
especially thse believed to be carrying arms that are
transiting the region. She noted again that Brunei would need
to consult with ASEAN partners before taking an action
regarding Burma.
4. (C) Datin acknowledged the need for transparency in
dealings with the North Korea. On more than one occasion she
noted that senior MFAT and GoB officials have been surprised
at North Korean actions. She stated these actions are well
outside the norm, even for North Korea. Datin said that the
North Koreans have taken "brinkmanship too far." Datin
concluded by emphasizing that Brunei remains concerned about
the actions North Korea is taking both within the region and
globally.
TODD