UN Security Council
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elections, some of the elements of the mandate of UNMIN as set out in resolution 1740 (2007) have already been accomplished, Taking note of the Government of Nepal’s letter to the Secretary-General of 5 May 2010 (S/2010/229), which recognises UNMIN’s contribution and requests an extension of the mandate of UNMIN until 15 September 2010, Recognizing the need to pay special attention to the needs and the role of women, children and traditionally marginalized groups in the peace process, as mentioned in the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and resolution 1325 (2000), Recognizing the need to address impunity and to promote and protect human rights, and to strengthen the capacity of independent national human rights institutions in accordance with international principles, Recognizing that civil society can play an important role in democratic transition and conflict prevention, Expressing appreciation for the contribution of the Secretary-General’s Representative and the efforts of her team in UNMIN, and the United Nations Country Team, including the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights which is monitoring human rights at the request of the Government of Nepal, and