| UNSecurity Council Resolution 1602 | |
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| Date | 31 May 2005 |
| Meeting no. | 5,193 |
| Code | S/RES/1602 (Document) |
| Subject | The situation in Burundi |
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| Result | Adopted |
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United Nations Security Council resolution 1602, adopted unanimously on 31 May 2005, after recalling resolutions1545 (2004),1565 (2004),1577 (2004) and1596 (2005) on the situation inBurundi, the Council extended the mandate of theUnited Nations Operation in Burundi (ONUB) for a period of six months until 1 December 2005.[1]
The Security Council reiterated its support for the Peace and Reconciliation Agreement signed inArusha in 2000, calling on the relevant parties to honour their commitments under the agreement. It highlighted positive developments that had taken place since the ONUB mission was deployed, including the approval of a constitution in a referendum and the signing of a peace agreement between PresidentDomitien Ndayizeye and leader of thePalipehutu-FNL rebel group. Furthermore, the imminent holding of elections was welcomed, along with reform of the security sector, and the greater participation of women in politics was encouraged.
Meanwhile, all violence, violations of human rights and the massacre of civilians atGatumba were condemned. The Council considered that endingimpunity was essential for bringing peace to theAfrican Great Lakes region.
Acting underChapter VII of the United Nations Charter, the Council called on Burundian parties to ensure the stability of the country through the transitional period and national reconciliation.[2] It awaited a report of the Secretary-GeneralKofi Annan's report concerning the role of the United Nations and Burundi and how it could support the peace process, including a possible restructuring of ONUB'smandate and strength. Additionally, the Council looked forward to the Secretary General's proposal to establish a post-transitional support mechanism in Burundi.
Finally, the Security Council welcomed ONUB's attempts to implement the zero-tolerancesexual exploitation policy, and the Secretary-General was asked to report on the situation in Burundi at regular intervals.
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