S/RES/1480 (2003)
Security Council Distr.: General
19 May 2003
03-36380 (E)
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Resolution 1480 (2003)
Adopted by the Security Council at its 4758th meeting, on
19 May 2003
The Security Council,
Reaffirming its previous resolutions on Timor-Leste, in particular resolutions
1410 (2002) of 17 May 2002 and 1473 (2003) of 4 April 2003,
Commending the efforts of the people and Government of Timor-Leste and the
progress achieved in developing the institutions of an independent state and in
promoting a stable, equitable society based on democratic values and respect for
human rights,
Commending also the work of the United Nations Mission of Support in East
Timor (UNMISET), under the leadership of the Secretary-General’s Special
Representative, in assisting the government of Timor-Leste in developing the
nation’s infrastructure, public administration, law enforcement and defence
capacities, and in planning for the completion of UNMISET’s mandate, including
through the creation of a mission liquidation task force,
Stressing that improving the overall capabilities of the Timor-Leste police
force is a key priority,
Welcoming the continuing progress in developing a positive bilateral
relationship between the Governments of Timor-Leste and Indonesia which is
crucial for the future stability of Timor-Leste, and encouraging continued efforts by
both governments to secure agreement on the issue of border demarcation; to
promote security in the border area; to facilitate the resettlement of East Timorese
remaining in West Timor; and to bring to justice those responsible for serious crimes
committed in 1999,
Recognizing the importance of continued efforts to transfer skills and authority
from UNMISET to the government of Timor-Leste in a coordinated and structured
manner in the run-up to UNMISET’s withdrawal, with the aim of helping ensure the
long-term security and stability of Timor-Leste,
Noting the planned end-date for UNMISET of 20 May 2004, as indicated in the
Mandate Implementation Plan set out in the Secretary-General’s report of 17 April
2002 (S/2002/432), and in the special report of the Secretary-General of 3 March
2003 (S/2003/243),
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Stressing the need for continued international support for Timor-Leste, and
encouraging continued bilateral and multilateral development assistance,
Having considered the report of the Secretary-General of 21 April 2003
(S/2003/449),
Taking note of the military strategy outlined in paragraphs 38 to 51 of that
report,
1. Decides to extend the current mandate of UNMISET until 20 May 2004;
2. Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.