| IanMartin on the establishment of the Interim Government in Nepal |  |
Kathmandu1 April 2007 (UNMIN) Iwelcome the establishment of the new interim government as a key momentfor the consolidation of Nepal's peace process, and I congratulate theleaders of the eight political parties on their willingness to share responsibilitiesin this transitional period. A truly unified government should be in astronger position to face the challenges still ahead: creating conditionsfor a credible Constituent Assembly election; addressing the legitimatedemands of groups in Nepalese society calling for more inclusive democracy;establishing effective law enforcement across the country; and providingfor the future of former combatants and a wider reform of the securitysector. TheUnited Nations will work to help ensure full compliance with the commitmentsmade by the parties to the Agreement on the Monitoring of the Managementof Arms and Armies, as well as to support and monitor the electoral process.The challenges ahead cannot be overemphasized. I therefore welcome therenewed commitments intended to create a conducive environment for pollsand to provide for more effective monitoring of agreements, which willbe crucial in transforming conditions throughout the districts and whichthe United Nations is committed to assist. Effective law enforcement thatrespects international standards, accountability for violations of citizens'rights, and ending breaches of the commitments under the ComprehensivePeace Agreement will be critical elements for success in the coming months.  | | Location:Chitwan, Nepal |
Source:UNMIN 2007top |
