I appreciate well the power of national imperatives and individualism.

It should not be confused with individualism, the negative effect of which on individual lives, societies and communities, nations and continents, is inestimable.

Now more than ever the international community had to confront terrorism in all its forms, whether State terrorism or individual terrorism based on blind extremism.

Mr. Pak Tok Hun (Democratic People's Republic of Korea), speaking on a point of order, said that the proper terminology should be used with respect to his country, which was called the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

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He said that the emergencies in Africa would dominate the humanitarian agenda and that, of the 15 humanitarian calls made in 2004, 13 were for African countries.

No country, no person, no religion is totally immune from the scourge of terrorism.

National reunification policy of the Government of the Democratic People s Republic of Korea

Reaffirming also that States whose populations are in need of humanitarian assistance are called upon to facilitate the work of humanitarian organizations and that States in proximity to humanitarian emergencies are urged to facilitate, to the extent possible, the transit of humanitarian assistance,

Persons detained on grounds of having engaged in a terrorist act may not be transferred by one State to another State except under legally recognized extradition, expulsion or deportation procedures that fully conform with all international human rights and humanitarian rules.

The global fight against terrorism and other security threats should not only target weak individuals or non State actors but also focus on State terrorism.

State terrorism is being supported by those who claim to fight terrorism.

Does any other country fan the flames of patriotism as much as America?

9. Welcomes also the increasing numbers of national commissions or committees for the implementation of international humanitarian law and for promoting the incorporation of treaties on international humanitarian law into national law and disseminating the rules of international humanitarian law

9. Welcomes also the increasing numbers of national commissions or committees for the implementation of international humanitarian law and for promoting the incorporation of treaties on international humanitarian law into national law and disseminating the rules of international humanitarian law

A definition of terrorism was needed which could be accepted by all Member States.

42. Secondly, terrorist crimes, whether committed by States, groups or individuals, endangered not only the lives, security and property of individuals, but the security, national sovereignty and territorial integrity of States as well.

It was an extremely important human rights issue for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to safeguard its national sovereignty and to protect its people from an armed invasion by the United States.

The principle of responsible sovereignty includes not only a State's privileges, but also its obligation to protect human rights, the rule of law, democracy and the welfare of its own people, as well as its obligations towards other States.

There are more suicides in developed individualistic countries than in any other part of the world.

IHL is a compromise between military and humanitarian requirements.

SDI fosters capacity building by supporting national Susila Dharma organizations in 23 countries and 62 humanitarian projects.

There was no justification whatsoever for any State to enter the territory of another State under the pretext of combating terrorism.

(c) Assistance to 25 States to pass new anti terrorism legislation, with the aim of adoption by at least 15 of the assisted States of new anti terrorism legislation during 2006 2007

All in all, tribalism represents a denial of the modern impersonal, egalitarian State and is consequently discriminatory in nature.

Chairman of the National Advisory Committee on International Humanitarian Law (1999 present).

Establishing, whenever appropriate, task forces to fight terrorism in every country that would be composed of elements from law enforcement and task forces and train them to deal with terrorist networks.

1. Proposals advanced by the Government of the Democratic People s Republic of Korea for national reunification

Several States have expressed general concern about States granting political asylum to individuals sought by other States in connection with terrorist crimes.

All acts of terrorism are condemnable, whether committed by an individual, a non State actor or a State.

According to the statistics of the United Nations Department of Humanitarian Affairs, 18 African countries are facing the scourge of mines today.

A comprehensive and long term strategy should be developed in each country to target the three main groups involved in terrorism individuals inspiring terrorism, individuals supporting terrorists logistically, and active terrorists.

The resources of a single country are often not sufficient to cope with the humanitarian consequences of natural catastrophes.

One survey showed that 87 of Brazilians say that there is racism in the country, although only 4 admit to harboring any as if Brazil were a racist country without racists.

(q) States in proximity to humanitarian emergency situations, particularly in regions that are difficult to reach, are required to observe the humanitarian imperative by facilitating the transit of humanitarian assistance and by participating in the international aid efforts to the extent possible

As for terrorism, we advocate finding a definition satisfactory to everyone, covering State terrorism and drawing a clear distinction between terrorism and the legitimate resistance of peoples to dictatorship, invasion or foreign occupation, including that which is perversely cloaked in the guise of opportunistic and convenient multilateralism.

24.7 HEWS, while maintaining a database of over 100 countries, shifted its focus to more intensive monitoring of about 20 countries of concern.

It was also argued that the rights of individuals and the duties of States had been stressed while the duties of the individual had been given less attention.

1. Nothing in this Convention shall affect other rights, obligations and responsibilities of States, peoples and individuals under international law, in particular the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, and international humanitarian law.

Therefore, the suppression of terrorism is not only a legitimate right but also an obligation of each State.

WFP continued its engagement in preparedness for humanitarian response, with contingency planning covering more than 30 countries.

However, on a case by case basis, decision making will be guided by the overall level of humanitarian funding available in country.

1. The primary responsibility and duty to promote and protect all human rights and fundamental freedoms lie with the State.

Welcoming also the fact that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has held consultations with some countries on human rights issues,

No country can confront terrorism on its own as terrorism knows of no territorial boundaries.