UN General Assembly
2010

serious child rights violations and in fighting the recruitment and enlisting of child soldiers. 25 10-55109 Austria reiterates the pivotal role of the United Nations at the centre of our counter-terrorism efforts. Respect for human rights and the rule of law is a fundamental basis of the fight against terrorism. As Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) concerning Al- Qaida and the Taliban, Austria is committed to enhancing due process in the Council’s sanctions regimes. We therefore welcome the substantial improvements of the listing and de-listing procedures and the recent appointment of Ms. Kimberly Prost as Ombudsperson. The Austrian candidature for the Human Rights Council for the period 2011-2014 is a logical continuation of our long-term work and engagement in ensuring the respect for human rights, including in the Security Council. Dialogue and partnerships are crucial for turning the promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights into a reality for all people around the globe. Austria has consistently worked with all actors towards narrowing the gap between standards