§ Mr. David StewartTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the future UN role in the reconstruction of Iraq. [133159]
§ Mr. RammellThe Government remain committed to a vital role for the UN in Iraq, as provided for by Security Council Resolutions 1483 and 1511.
Security Council Resolution 1511, passed unanimously on 16 October 2003, encourages further participation by the UN and the international community in assisting Iraq, including in the political processes leading to the formation of a representative government.
539WFollowing the terrorist attack on the United Nations Headquarters in Baghdad on 19 August, the UN's efforts in Iraq have inevitably been scaled back. We are in discussion with the UN on the security measures needed to ensure that the UN is able to strengthen its vital role in Iraq.