United Nations Security Council Resolution 1938

UN Security Council ; Resolution 1938
	UNMIL tank in Liberia
Date	15 September 2010
Meeting no.	6,383
Code	S/RES/1938 (Document)
Subject	The situation in Liberia
Voting summary	15 voted for; None voted against; None abstained;
Result	Adopted
Security Council composition
Permanent members	China ; France ; Russia ; United Kingdom ; United States ;
Non-permanent members	Austria ; Bosnia–Herzegovina ; Brazil ; Gabon ; Japan ; Lebanon ; Mexico ; Nigeria ; Turkey ; Uganda ;

Last updated October 23, 2020

United Nations Security Council Resolution 1938, adopted unanimously on September 15, 2010, after recalling previous resolutions on the situation in Liberia, including resolutions 1509 (2003), 1626 (2005), 1836 (2005) and 1885 (2009), the Council extended the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) for a further twelve months until September 30, 2011 and required it to provide electoral assistance.^[1]

Resolution

Observations

In the preamble of the resolution, the Council welcomed efforts of the Liberian government with regard to economic recovery, national reconciliation, combating corruption and promoting good governance. It noted a report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission as part of a process to move towards national reconciliation and address the root causes of the Liberian conflict. The Council stated that well-functioning government institutions were essential for lasting stability in Liberia and the region.

Meanwhile, the resolution drew attention to the drawdown of the UNMIL mission and the transfer of responsibilities to the Liberian authorities. It acknowledged some progress on reform and recognised further challenges.

Acts

Acting under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, the Council extended UNMIL's mandate and authorised it to assist in preparations for the 2011 general elections.^[2] The Liberian authorities were urged to ensure that any outstanding issues were to be addressed to facilitate adequate preparations for the elections. It endorsed the recommendation of the Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon that the conduct of free and fair elections was essential for the drawdown of UNMIL.^[3]

The resolution encouraged both UNMIL and the Liberian government to make progress with regard to the transition of responsibilities from the former to the latter, and reaffirmed its decision to redeploy troops if necessary in accordance with Resolution 1609 (2005).^[2] The Peacebuilding Commission was request to report on its latest mission to the country and on reform of the security sector, rule of law and national reconciliation.

Finally, the Secretary-General was asked to report on the situation in Liberia and continue monitoring the capabilities of the Liberian National Police and progress with key benchmarks.^[3]

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United Nations Security Council Resolution 1961, adopted unanimously on December 17, 2010, after recalling previous resolutions on the situation in Liberia, the Council renewed an arms embargo against the country and travel sanctions for persons that threatened the peace process for a further twelve months.

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United Nations Security Council Resolution 1683, adopted unanimously on June 13, 2006, after recalling all previous resolutions on the situation in Liberia and West Africa, the Council adjusted the arms embargo against the country so that weapons and ammunition could be used for training purposes by the government, police and security forces.

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United Nations Security Council Resolution 1712, adopted unanimously on 29 September 2006, after recalling all previous resolutions on the situation in Liberia and West Africa, particularly resolutions 1509 (2003), 1667 (2006) and 1694 (2006), the Council extended the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) for six months until 31 March 2007.

United Nations Security Council Resolution 1731, adopted unanimously on December 20, 2006, after recalling all previous resolutions on the situations in Liberia and West Africa, the Council extended arms and travel embargoes on the country for one year and a ban on the sale of diamonds for a period of six months.

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United Nations Security Council Resolution 1750 was unanimously adopted on 30 March 2007.

United Nations Security Council Resolution 1885 was unanimously adopted on 15 September 2009.

United Nations Security Council Resolution 1836 was unanimously adopted on 29 September 2008.

References

↑ "Security Council extends mandate of Liberia mission until 30 September 2011". United Nations. September 15, 2010.
1 2 "Security Council renews mandate of UN mission to Liberia". United Nations News Centre. September 15, 2010.
1 2 Lederer, Edith M. (September 15, 2010). "UN extends peacekeeping force in Liberia; calls for plans to transfer security to government". The Canadian Press.

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[1] "Security Council extends mandate of Liberia mission until 30 September 2011". United Nations. September 15, 2010.

[unnc-2] 1 2 "Security Council renews mandate of UN mission to Liberia". United Nations News Centre. September 15, 2010.

[cp-3] 1 2 Lederer, Edith M. (September 15, 2010). "UN extends peacekeeping force in Liberia; calls for plans to transfer security to government". The Canadian Press.