United Nations Security Council Resolution 1635

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UN Security Council
Resolution 1635
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Indian MONUC peacekeepers
Date28 October 2005
Meeting no.5,296
CodeS/RES/1635 (Document)
SubjectThe situation concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Voting summary
  • 15 voted for
  • None voted against
  • None abstained
ResultAdopted
Security Council composition
Permanent members
Non-permanent members

United Nations Security Council resolution 1635, adopted unanimously on 28 October 2005, after recalling all previous resolutions on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including resolutions 1565 (2004), 1592 (2005), 1596 (2005), 1621 (2005) and 1628 (2005), the Council extended the mandate of the United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC) until 30 September 2006. [1]

Contents

Resolution

Observations

The preamble of the resolution emphasised the importance of elections in the restoration of peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It welcomed the commitment of Congolese authorities to promote good governance and economic management. There was concern at the continuation of hostilities in the east of the country and violations of human rights and international humanitarian law.

The Council recognised the link between the illegal exploitation of natural resources and arms trafficking as one of the major factors fuelling the conflict in the country.

Acts

Acting under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, the Council extended MONUC's mandate and temporarily increased its strength by 300 personnel until 1 July 2006. [2] Congolese parties were urged to ensure free, fair and transparent elections and carry out a reform of the security sector. Meanwhile, the international community was urged to provide assistance for the reform of the police and armed forces, while MONUC was requested to continue to provide assistance for the political transition process.

Finally, efforts by MONUC to implement the zero-tolerance sexual exploitation policy were welcomed.

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References

  1. "Security Council extends United Nations Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo until 30 September 2006". United Nations. 28 October 2005.
  2. Center on International Cooperation (New York University) (2007). Annual review of global peace operations. Lynne Rienner Publishers. p. 59. ISBN   978-1-58826-509-8.