Resolution 1443 (2002)

Adopted by the Security Council at its 4650th meeting, on

25 November 2002

The Security Council,

Recalling its previous relevant resolutions, including resolutions 986 (1995) of

14 April 1995, 1284 (1999) of 17 December 1999, 1352 (2001) of 1 June 2001,

1360 (2001) of 3 July 2001, 1382 (2001) of 29 November 2001 and 1409 (2002) of

14 May 2002, as they relate to the improvement of the humanitarian programme for

Iraq,

Convinced of the need as a temporary measure to continue to provide for the

civilian needs of the Iraqi people until the fulfilment by the Government of Iraq of

the relevant resolutions, including notably resolutions 687 (1991) of 3 April 1991

and 1284 (1999), allows the Council to take further action with regard to the

prohibitions referred to in resolution 661 (1990) of 6 August 1990 in accordance

with the provisions of these resolutions,

Taking note of the Secretary-General’s report S/2002/1239 of 12 November

2002,

Determined to improve the humanitarian situation in Iraq,

Reaffirming the commitment of all Member States to the sovereignty and

territorial integrity of Iraq,

Acting under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations,

1. Decides to extend the provisions of resolution 1409 (2002) until 4 December 2002;

2. Decides to remain seized of the matter.