United Nations Security Council Resolution 1677 – Timor-Leste

Resolution 1677 (2006)

The Security Council,

Recalling its relevant resolutions on the situation in Timor-Leste, in particularits resolution 1599 (2005) of 28 April 2005,

Expressing its deep concern over the 28/29 April incidents as well as the ensuing situation, and acknowledging the actions of the Government of Timor-Leste to establish an investigation into the incidents, their effects and causes,

Remaining fully committed to the promotion of long-lasting stability in Timor-Leste,

1. Decides to extend the mandate of the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) until 20 June 2006;

2. Requests the Secretary-General to provide the Council by 6 June 2006with an update on the situation in Timor-Leste and the role of the United Nations inTimor-Leste following the expiration of the mandate of UNOTIL with a view totaking further action on the subject;

3. Encourages the Government and other State institutions of Timor-Leste,with the assistance from UNOTIL within its current mandate, to address the causes of the violence in order to prevent a recurrence of such incidents;

4. Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.

Adopted by the Security Council at its 5436th meeting, on 12 May 2006.