If the ideals to which we committed ourselves in resolution 1325 (2000) are t...

If the ideals to which we committed ourselves in resolution 1325 (2000) are to become a reality, it is clear that we need to increase accountability and monitor our commitments. We therefore call on the Security Council to endorse the indicators developed by the Secretary-General and to establish an accountability and reporting mechanism in order to monitor the implementation of the resolution on the basis of those indicators. Belgium also welcomes the creation of UN Women and the appointment of Under Secretary-General Michelle Bachelet as its first head.