United Nations Security Council Resolution 960 – Mozambique

Resolution 960 (1994)

The Security Council,

Reaffirming its resolution 782 (1992) and all subsequent relevant resolutions,

Expressing its appreciation for the efforts of the Secretary-General, his Special Representative and the United Nations Operation in Mozambique and its staff for ensuring the successful completion of the electoral process,

1. Welcomes the elections that took place in Mozambique on 27, 28 and 29 October 1994 in accordance with the General Peace Agreement;

2. Welcomes also the statement of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of 19 November 1994 (SG/SM/5488) on the results of the elections, declaring them free and fair;

3. Endorses the results of these elections;

4. Calls upon all Mozambican parties to stand by their obligation toaccept and fully abide by the results of the elections;

5. Also calls upon all Mozambican parties to continue the process of national reconciliation based, as provided for in the General Peace Agreement,on a system of multi-party democracy and the observance of democratic principles which will ensure lasting peace and political stability;

6. Urges all States and relevant international organizations to contribute actively to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Mozambique;

7. Decides to remain seized of the matter.

Adopted by the Security Council at its 3464th meeting,on 21 November 1994.