Cannabis was mentioned as a matter of special concern in Africa.

Of special concern is the transportation of nuclear waste materials, which we have consistently opposed.

Expressing concern that there is still only one female special representative of the Secretary General,

Expressing concern that there are currently no women acting as special representatives or envoys,

Expressing concern that there are currently no women acting as special representatives or envoys,

Mr. Lavalle (Guatemala) expressed concern at the limited outcome of the Special Committee's work over the years.

(d) Concern was expressed that prison populations were a vulnerable group that required special kinds of intervention

Syria is a special concern. For six months we have seen escalating violence and repression.

There should also be an opportunity for groups or panels of special procedures to discuss issues of common concern.

Despite all the difficulties of the transition period, concern for mother and child occupies a special place in the country.

In addition, safer alternatives, affordable sustainable technologies and alternatives to chemicals of special concern are not being developed fast enough.

Expressing concern about the financial instability of the Office of the Special Representative and its adverse impact on the implementation of the mandate,

The work of the United Nations development agencies and funds has been a concern for the Special Rapporteur since the beginning of her mandate.

Noting with concern that the non participation of certain administering Powers has adversely affected the implementation of the mandate and work of the Special Committee,

Noting with concern that the non participation of certain administering Powers has adversely affected the implementation of the mandate and work of the Special Committee,

The Committee notes with concern a concentration of functions, leading to organizational top heaviness, in the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary General.

As at 31 March 2005, unpaid assessed contributions to the special account for MINURSO amounted to 48.9 million, which is a matter of concern.

The fact that the Secretary General had developed a special action plan and had appointed a Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide amply demonstrated the concern that the phenomenon aroused in the international community.

Expresses its grave concern that the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has not accepted the mandate of the Special Rapporteur, as contained in Commission resolution 2004 13, and has not extended any cooperation to the Special Rapporteur

Expresses its concern that a number of States mentioned in the report of the Special Rapporteur have not replied to specific allegations, based on credible information, and reports of extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions transmitted to them by the Special Rapporteur

Expresses its concern that a number of States mentioned in the report of the Special Rapporteur have not replied to specific allegations, based on credible information, and reports of extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions transmitted to them by the Special Rapporteur

The lack of due process, particularly in political trials, and the abuse of the justice system to silence peaceful political dissent are of serious concern to the Special Rapporteur.

The Special Rapporteur is aware of African Governments' concern about the situation of these people, who are not involved in the conflicts but are often their most vulnerable victims.

The Special Committee expresses its deep concern regarding instances of intimidation of persons contributing to disclosing sexual exploitation and abuse, and calls for appropriate measures to protect such persons.

Expresses its grave concern that the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has not accepted the mandate of the Special Rapporteur, as contained in Commission resolution 2004 13 of 15 April 2004, and has not extended any cooperation to the Special Rapporteur

Egypt, where Hosni Mubarak s regime was Israel s closest ally in the war against Hamas in Gaza and in curtailing Iran s drive for regional hegemony, is of special concern.

Like the Special Rapporteur's preceding report to the General Assembly (A 59 258), it underscores certain issues of concern which, in his view, require urgent and immediate attention.

Notes the Special Rapporteur's concern that the situation of the independence of judges and lawyers, which is the bedrock of the rule of law, remains delicate in many parts of the world

Subjects of concern

Referring to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification and its special relevance to Africa, he expressed concern about oversubscription to the Global Environment Facility.

She referred in conclusion to the special concern of Italy to combat trafficking in girls and women, as part of its commitment to fighting all forms of abuse and exploitation of individuals.

At each annual meeting of the special procedures, an agenda item should be devoted to discussing follow up, and in particular to reviewing specific situations of concern to mandate holder(s).

In his statement, the Special Rapporteur expressed his deep concern over the continuing reports of violations of human rights perpetrated against indigenous peoples and, in particular, against indigenous human rights activists.

The Coordination Committee could also have an advisory role in the early warning function of the special procedure system by drawing the attention of the international community to situations of mounting concern.

Noting also with deep concern the considerable number of communications received by the Special Representative of the Secretary General on human rights defenders that, together with the reports submitted by some of the special procedure mechanisms, indicate the serious nature of the risks faced by human rights defenders,

Principal subjects of concern

C. Subjects of concern

It is a matter of serious concern to the Secretary General that, since the submission of the last report, his Special Envoy, Razali Ismail, has visited Myanmar only once in March 2004.

Ms. Wasu (Iraq), in response to the Special Rapporteur's concern about the procedures of the Special Tribunal to deal with crimes against humanity, said that the Tribunal had been established by the Governing Council and reflected the will of the Iraqi people to have appropriate legal instruments.

(d) Invite the Security Council to submit periodically, in accordance with Article 24 of the Charter, special subject oriented reports to the General Assembly for its consideration on issues of current international concern

Yohei Sasakawa, a founding member of the Shared Concern Initiative, participated as the sole observer, mediating the talks in his capacity as Special Envoy of the Government of Japan for National Reconciliation in Myanmar.

While the fiscal situation is not currently a matter of concern in most countries of the subregion, steps to ensure fiscal soundness may be necessary in Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China.

Regular high level meetings of the special representatives of the Secretary General and force commanders are held to enable them to draw up joint plans of action and programmes focusing on issues of subregional concern.

At the same time, however, he wishes to articulate his deep concern at the Myanmar authorities' continued unwillingness to cooperate with his Special Envoy over the past year.

Table 3 Persons of concern