In my previous report (PBC.20 3) I raised various matters regarding the capacity and methodology of the group.

The report also provides an update on major developments in the peace consolidation process in Sierra Leone since my last report.

As I stated in my last report, UNMIS has been engaged in active consultations with the parties on a status of forces agreement.

My previous report included a number of challenges and recommendations to Governments and disabled persons' organizations.

In my previous annual report, I spoke of 2003 as a year of consolidation for the Department of Public Information.

As indicated in my previous report, the Eritrea Ethiopia Boundary Commission has suspended its activities in the area.

My previous monthly report on Darfur (S 2005 650) made reference to the commercial blockade by the Government of the Kalma camp for internally displaced persons in southern Darfur that has now been in place for five months.

As indicated in my last report, the Joint Implementation Mechanism subcommittee on protection and human rights had agreed on 29 May to provide further written clarification on the mechanism for gathering medical evidence, known as form 8.

However, as I noted in my previous report, the lack of progress towards resolving the fundamental stalemate poses a threat to military stability.

As previously reported (S 2005 310, para. 19), 10 staff members were retained until 30 June for this purpose.

In my previous report (PBC.20 3) I welcomed the Office of the Comptroller General's comprehensive review of the organisation's field representation.

This report covers major developments since my previous report to the Council dated 2 August 2005 (S 2005 506).

The Security Council in resolution 1599 (2005) did not authorize the deployment of the 144 strong backup security force, as had been recommended in my previous report.

In my previous report (PBC.20 3) I alluded to the establishment of the Office of the Comptroller General (OCG) as being instrumental in strengthening the internal oversight function.

In my previous report (A 59 744 S 2005 183, paras. 4 14) a number of technical difficulties that jeopardized this time frame were mentioned.

The report also provides an assessment of the overall situation in the country since my previous report to the Council, dated 12 September 2005 (S 2005 579).

As noted in my previous report (S 2005 506), MONUC has a very high rate of attrition and difficulties in recruiting qualified staff.

As indicated in my previous report to the Security Council (S 2005 310, para. 24), the additional 20 positions are being filled by police training advisers.

Since my last report, the Security Council has considered the issue of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration operations in Afghanistan, Burundi, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Liberia and Sierra Leone.

This is my third report to the Commission for Social Development on the progress of Member States in the implementation of the Standard Rules on the Equalization of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities.

In the period since my last report, the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement gained some momentum despite the delays following the death of First Vice President John Garang on 30 July 2005.

This decision was communicated to the Security Council in my report on Darfur of 4 October 2004 (S 2004 787).

Having considered the reports of the Secretary General on the Peacekeeping Reserve Fund and the related reports of the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions,

In my report to the Special Committee in January 2006, I will present updates and recommendations on the way forward on both initiatives described above.

As mentioned in my previous report, severe restrictions imposed by the Eritrean authorities on UNMEE military police in Asmara continued in spite of the Mission's protests, which went unheeded.

I reiterate the suggestion that I made in my previous report that the draft articles adopted be reconsidered by the Commission before the end of the first reading in the light of comments made by States and international organizations.

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Since our previous report, the State Comptroller published three reports on women related issues.

In my last report (S 2005 99, para. 67), I indicated that the recommendation for 45 civilian adviser posts would be reviewed should additional offers of bilateral or multilateral assistance be forthcoming.

The Security Council in resolution 1599 (2005) also authorized the provision of up to 10 human rights officers, to provide training in observance of democratic governance and human rights, as recommended in my previous report.

My report contains the specifics of those initiatives.

I trust that you will read my report in full.

Bearing in mind the reports of the Secretary GeneralS 1999 957 and A 54 2000. submitted in the context of the Millennium Summit of the United Nations,

Reflecting the high level of interest on the issue of reform, the Commission held an informal meeting on the human rights sections of my report entitled In larger freedom .

In transmitting my report I wish to advise that, in accordance with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization's Financial Regulations, I have given the Director General the opportunity to comment on my report.

Taking into account further the fourthA 54 526. and fifthA 55 175. reports of the Secretary General on the verification of compliance with the peace agreements,

The Advisory Committee notes the continuing problems cited in the reports of the Secretary General concerning adherence to page limits and submission deadlines under the slotting system.

Adopted decision 2005 9 of 28 January 2005 on the reports of the Administrator and the UNFPA Executive Director to the Economic and Social Council

(a) Consolidation of the reports of the Secretary General and the Executive Director of the Institute

The situation in the country since my last report has been calm and stable.

As noted in my previous report, UNMIL and the Transitional Government have established a joint task force to investigate and deter any attempt to recruit Liberians to participate in conflicts in Côte d'Ivoire or in the wider subregion.

Having considered the reports of the Secretary General on the financing of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo and the related reports of the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions,

Having considered the reports of the Secretary General on the financing of the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor and the related reports of the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions,

Consideration of Reports of the Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme

However, as noted in my previous report, the lack of progress in resolving the stalemate in the peace process means that the threat to military stability remains real, a situation which is not helped by the continuously hostile rhetoric between the parties.