In his recent report (S/2009/465), the Secretary- General notes that while mu...

In his recent report (S/2009/465), the Secretary- General notes that while much has been done in response to resolution 1325 (2000) in the nine years since its adoption, armed conflict continues to have a devastating impact on women and girls, all too often leaving them wounded, traumatized, sexually assaulted, socially and economically marginalized or without political power. The United States is in complete agreement with the Secretary-General on the key points. Member States must renew their commitment to resolution 1325 (2000) and intensify their efforts to implement its provisions. We strongly support the Secretary-General's proposals for action and resolution 1889 (2009), which we adopted today.