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Thank you again, Mr. Chairman. In this second session of commissions, we will again address the theme of ?Protecting Human Dignity? but today we shift our focus to the issue of ?neutral and independent humanitarian action.? Again, we will consider how we as a Movement are facing changing humanitarian environments and how we can respond to them while still conducting ourselves according to our Principles of neutrality and independence. Our discussions about how these changes impact our way of working, our credibility, and our goal of serving humanity will overlap with yesterday?s commission topic because these changing contexts influence our access. We should be careful to remain focused on the Principles of neutrality and independence today, rather than distracted by new challenges affecting access from the increasingly complicated environment. The section of the background document circulated prior to the Council of Delegates devoted to this second session of commissions presents good starting point from where we can lead off our deliberations on neutral and independent humanitarian action. As a Movement, the reason, or basis, for our work remains driven by need and human suffering. We embody this mandate in our Principles of humanity and impartiality. The way, or means, by which we reach out to, and are accepted by, the people who encounter Red Cross and Red Crescent activity is also necessary to consider. Neutrality and independence is something essential we cannot compromise. Red Cross and Red Crescent humanitarian action forces us to reach those in need, which absolutely requires of us that we earn and keep the respect of those whom we work with. In fact, many of the factors we considered yesterday with respect to access require that we have been accepted first, something we should never take for granted. Our priority must be to secure access. This is where our unique brand of action, both neutral and independent, can serve to enhance our credibility with all those we encounter. It has never been simple for us to gain the confidence of all those we work with. The very nature of our mandate puts us in the middle of situations where people have different expectations of our role. We need to be able to adapt our approach to the different conditions in the field. In the past decade, we have seen a shift in the kinds of environments we engage in. The Cold War dragon has been laid to rest, but in its place we have many snakes in the jungle. Parties to conflict are not always clearly identified; borders no longer serve as boundaries to conflict; massive manmade disasters are blurring political and criminal motives; attitudes are polarizing in the mainstream; growing radicalization arises from a clash of values and growing economic disparity. Maintaining a neutral and independent balance between authorities, parties to conflict, beneficiaries of different beliefs, donors, media and our own values is becoming increasingly difficult, especially in the increasingly competitive humanitarian sphere. As more humanitarian actors emerge, the distinction between humanitarian and political action has blurred; military is often intervening in humanitarian roles in ever increasing volumes. These changes in our working environment are challenging us to respond. They are additionally delicate, and complicated, in situations where the emblems of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent must be recognized as distinct and protective for the sake of our neutrality and independence. The 21st century is making it clear that our role is no less essential but our ability to reach vulnerable people is going to get harder. In some of our emergency operations today, we may still be only one of the few organizations active on the ground, but now it is more likely to be the exception rather than the rule. Instead, it is becoming more common that many more actors are visible in these emergencies. When an earthquake or hurricane or conflict leaves people suffering, governments, the UN, other NGOs, and even militaries are sent to respond to those needs. We in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement would be well advised to coordinate with all other actors, but in doing so, how do our Principles shape our involvement? Let me stress again that if we are not neutral and independent enough, we risk not being seen as credible enough. The pressure of time in our responding cannot diminish our commitment to our Principles. We have short-term immediate needs right after a calamity strikes; we have longer-term needs in multi-year humanitarian environments where our activity requires real capacity development for the overall benefit of all involved; but as well, we have the lasting reputation of neutrality and independence that the Red Cross and Red Crescent leaves with all of our stakeholders. Our compassionate conduct influences our perceived legitimacy which affects our real access. Our work requires us to respect the Principles of neutrality and independence. The more we adhere to our Principles, the more respect we are likely to be given. In general, the greater our acceptance by all concerned, the more we can access those in need. With access to needy people, we can begin to alleviate their suffering. Beginning to alleviate suffering is beginning to protect human dignity. As yesterday, the 3 commissions will meet in the same rooms with the same participants registered officially, though today, the chairs will be different. Today, I would like to introduce the new Chairs: Ms. Fatima Gailani from the Afghanistan Red Crescent; Mr. Adama Diarra from the Mali Red Cross; Mr. Daniel Go?i [GO-NYAY] Diaz from the Mexican Red Cross; You can find all of this information on the screens, again, as well. Please remember to focus your comments on neutral and independent humanitarian action. The commissions will start at 2:30PM, right after lunch. We will not have any official plenary sessions following today?s commissions. However, do please keep in mind the Farewell Dinner being hosted by the Mayor of Seoul tonight at 7:30 in the Lotte Hotel. In the spirit of humanity that has brought us all together, let us really try to position ourselves to protect human dignity. After the inspiring outcomes of yesterday, I am certain we will have another productive afternoon seeking peace, life and health. See you all tomorrow. November 18, After the Commissions Hello ladies and gentlemen. We have come a long way to reach this morning, but here we are on the final day of our Council of Delegates. It is once again time for us to have a brief review of the cumulative outputs from our discussions yesterday on ?Neutral and Independent Humanitarian Action?. As a result of our modified schedule, the rapporteurs and Chairpeople graciously gave up their lunch break to put together another consolidated report for us all here. As yesterday, one rapporteur has been designated and will present the summary. Dr. Johannes Richerts, of the German Red Cross, has been chosen to report. Dr. Richerts, the floor is yours now. Thank you, Dr. Richerts. To all of the officers of the commissions, we owe a real debt of thanks for your efforts over the past two days. [Closing remark] The aim of these commissions has been to conduct a thorough discussion among as many National Societies as possible on some of the core themes from the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. In doing this, the input we have shared during this Council of Delegates will serve as a basis for the preparation of the 2007 International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent to be taken into account by the Standing Commission. I am glad our work was as productive as it was. I?m certain we will meet again in Geneva satisfied with the outcome of the process we have started here in Seoul. I thank you all for your hearty participation.

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