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Geng Shuang

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first: 2020-07-09
most recent: 2023-12-30
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“Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, the Committee has continued to fulfil its mandate in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions, conduct regular reviews of the sanctions list, strengthen cooperation with the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team and the Office of the Ombudsperson and improve its working methods. Those efforts have achieved positive results. China supports the 1267 Committee in communicating closely with the countries concerned, strengthening cooperation with regional and subregional counter-terrorism mechanisms and maintaining its important role in assessing terrorist threats and strengthening sanctions.”
2020-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1143 (2020) · source
“Terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction seriously threaten international peace and security. Currently, the coronavirus disease continues to rage throughout the world. The socioeconomic fallout from the pandemic could exacerbate conditions conducive to terrorism and increase medium- and long-term terrorist threats. It could also upset international non-proliferation efforts and increase the risk of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The international community should pay special attention to this issue and respond effectively through cooperation. The 1267 Committee is an important United Nations and Security Council mechanism for counter-terrorism sanctions.”
2020-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1143 (2020) · source
“China thanks Ambassador Ladeb and Ambassador Djani for their respective briefings. Over the past year, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015), concerning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/Da’esh), Al-Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities; the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001), concerning counter-terrorism; and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) maintained normal operations and actively carried out their work despite the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). China commends the Chairs of the three Committees, as well as their teams and the Secretariat staff, for their efforts in that regard.”
2020-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1143 (2020) · source
“China is willing to work with the international community to continue to contribute to the realization of lasting peace, stability and development in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“China hopes that the European Union’s multinational stabilization force in Bosnia and Herzegovina will strengthen communication and coordination with all relevant parties and play a positive role in maintaining security and stability. For a long time, the peace and reconciliation process in Bosnia and Herzegovina has consistently received the attention and support of the international community and has benefited from tremendous help from other countries. We hope that Bosnia and Herzegovina will strictly abide by the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations in its foreign relations, handle relevant issues in a balanced and prudent manner, respect the sovereignty of other countries and refrain from interfering in other countries’ internal affairs.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“The international community should adopt a fair, balanced and prudent attitude on the issue of Bosnia and Herzegovina in order to help the country promote the process of peace and reconciliation in accordance with the Constitution and improve its ability to achieve development and ensure national security on its own. We hope that the senior representatives will carry out their work strictly in accordance with their mandates, maintain an objective and neutral stance, pursue constructive dialogue and cooperation with all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina and promote the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“In the light of the severe challenges posed by the coronavirus disease epidemic, all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina should put national interests first, strengthen unity and cooperation, promote the development of national mechanisms and systems, improve decision-making efficiency and capacity, increase investment in medical and health infrastructure and promote economic and social recovery and development in order to create an environment conducive to the harmonious coexistence of people of all ethnic groups. Maintaining peace, stability and development in Bosnia and Herzegovina is in the common interest of the international community and countries of the region.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“The country will hold local elections on 15 November and, in December, Mostar will hold its first elections since 2008. Those elections are of great significance for the consolidation of the peace process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We hope that all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina will meet each other halfway, persist in resolving pending issues through dialogue and consultation and jointly advance election preparations.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“I thank High Representative Inzko for his briefing. This year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement. Over the past 25 years, the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina has remained generally peaceful and stable. We hope that all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina will take the twenty-fifth anniversary as an opportunity to reiterate their commitment to implement the Dayton Peace Agreement, increase mutual trust, build consensus, maintain unity, strengthen cooperation and continue to advance the process of national peace and reconciliation. China respects the choice of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina with regard to the future of their country, and supports the harmonious coexistence and common development of all ethnic groups in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1103 (2020) · source
“Before its representative uses the term “responsible nations” anew, the United States should stop interfering in Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, stop politicizing the chemical weapons issue in Syria and stop stoking confrontation and conflict in the Middle East. Lastly, I would like to reiterate that China will continue to play a constructive role on the Syrian chemical weapons dossier.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“A single vote, when the parties remain divided, will intensify the confrontation between the States parties, dampen the atmosphere of cooperation and undermine the authority and long-term interests of the OPCW. In addition, just now in his statement, the representative of the United States launched groundless accusations against China, which is completely unacceptable. The United States representative used the term “responsible nations” several times in his statement. That is a great term. We would hope that, before using that term, the United States would reflect on what it has been doing and saying for some time now on the international stage and on whether it is a responsible nation. I think the world sees that clearly and will judge for itself.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“The Investigation and Identification Team has been mired in controversy since its establishment. The so-called decision requiring the Syrian Government to resolve all outstanding matters and issues within a time limit has not received unanimous support. All parties need to take a responsible approach and step up dialogue and consultation to seek consensus, instead of creating greater division or even using the OPCW as a political tool to suppress or target a country’s Government. China urges the Director General of the OPCW and the Technical Secretariat to facilitate greater dialogue and consultation among States parties and maintain the tradition of consensus-based decision-making.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“Last month, due to objections by some members, the Council failed to invite the former OPCW Director General, Mr. Bustani, to deliver a briefing (see S/PV.8764). That is really disappointing. At that time, some members argued that Mr. Bustani had left the OPCW years ago, that he was not familiar with the Syrian chemical-weapons dossier and that, if anyone were to be invited, it should be the current Director General, Mr. Arias. But what we find hard to understand is that those same members are now against inviting Mr. Arias to attend the Council’s video-teleconference this month as a briefer. We call upon the relevant members to keep their positions consistent, refrain from double standards or imposing their position on others and to take an open and inclusive attitude to the diverging views arising in the Council’s deliberations.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“For some time now, a number of independent experts have questioned the OPCW’s report on the alleged use of chemical weapons. These questions are purely technical, and I hope that the OPCW will devote attention to them and provide professional, science-based and convincing answers. In the face of so many doubtful points, China is against jumping to any conclusions, or even taking hasty actions. Such an approach would not only be detrimental to the implementation of resolution 2118 (2013) but would also damage the trust between the Syrian parties and affect the political settlement of the Syrian issue. Thirdly, discussions on the Syrian chemical-weapons issue should be open, transparent and inclusive so as to avoid any politicization.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“The Syrian side has reiterated that Syria would work with the Technical Secretariat to resolve outstanding matters through a professional and transparent approach. Those developments and Syria’s constructive approach all deserve to be recognized. China calls upon the international community to objectively view Syria’s efforts and hopes that the Technical Secretariat will respond to Syria’s request in a professional and transparent way. Secondly, discussions on the Syrian chemical-weapons issue must respect facts and science and should not be based on the presumption of guilt. China supports the OPCW in conducting comprehensive, objective and just investigations into the relevant incidents, as mandated by the CWC, so as to arrive at conclusions that can stand the test of science and history, based on solid evidence.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“I thank Mrs. Nakamitsu for her briefing. I would like to emphasize the following points. First, all parties should encourage the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to maintain good communication and cooperation with the Syrian Government. According to the latest report of the OPCW, between 22 September and 3 October the Syrian Government held the twenty-third round of technical consultations with the Technical Secretariat, during which all issues regarding the initial declaration were discussed. Before that, the Syrian Government also provided supplementary materials on some unresolved matters. Syria, in its monthly report to the Executive Council, indicated its willingness to keep in touch with and maintain cooperation with the Technical Secretariat.”
2020-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1088 (2020) · source
“The international community should strengthen support for the Syrian Government and the WHO in taking more proactive measures to prevent the spread of the virus and save lives. China has provided medical assistance to Syria. We will continue to help Syria to prevent and contain the virus and support the Syrian people in overcoming the pandemic at an early date.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs should also pay close attention to this issue and provide analyses and recommendations in the relevant reports. Before I conclude, let me talk briefly about the coronavirus disease. In recent days, we have seen a surge of confirmed cases in many countries and regions, and there is a risk of a second wave of coronavirus globally this fall and winter. As a vulnerable country, Syria is suffering deeply from the pandemic owing to lack of health-care resources and limited testing and treatment capacity. According to the Secretary-General’s report, there are signs of a high degree of community transmission in Syria, and densely inhabited districts, in particular IDP camps, are faced with greater risks.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“Such measures have severely weakened Syria’s economic foundation and resources-mobilization capacity and hindered the Syrian people’s access to medical supplies and services. Vulnerable groups, including women, children and internally displaced persons (IDPs), bear the brunt of its impact. China urges those countries responsible to respond to the appeals of the Secretary-General and his Special Envoy, heed the call of the vast majority of States Members of the United Nations and immediately lift the unilateral coercive measures against Syria. The Security Council should look seriously into the negative impacts of such measures, listen to the concerns of the illegally sanctioned countries and push for the alleviation of the impact and the finding of ultimate solutions.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“China supports the United Nations in implementing and promoting cross- line and cross-border humanitarian operations. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently completed its delivery of medical aid to north-east Syria by land from Damascus, and the World Food Programme-led logistics cluster has expanded the trans-shipment hub at the Bab Al-Hawa crossing point. Those efforts and that progress should be fully recognized. We encourage the United Nations to strengthen its dialogue with the Syrian Government and local authorities so as to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of cross-line operations, simplify procedures in cross- border operations and make relentless efforts to meet the humanitarian needs of the Syrian people. Fourthly, we call for the immediate lifting of unilateral coercive measures against Syria.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The international community should help and support the Syrian side in coping with those security challenges, combating terrorism and defending national security and stability. Thirdly, we should improve local humanitarian conditions through the use of holistic measures. The economic situation in Syria is still very fragile, and the Syrian Government has taken a host of measures to address the difficult situation of its national economy. The international community should take concrete steps, fulfil its pledges of assistance and support Syria in developing its economy, rebuilding its infrastructure and improving people’s livelihoods. Humanitarian assistance should not be accompanied by preconditions or be used as a tool to pressure the Syrian Government.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“The relevant parties have made great efforts to maintain the ceasefire arrangement. China calls on the Syrian parties to heed the ceasefire appeals from the Secretary- General and his Special Envoy and to encourage the Astana process to continue playing an important role in that regard. Meanwhile, the security situation in Syria is still faced with multiple challenges and risks. Foreign occupation has caused turbulence in Syria and the region beyond, and the terrorists are seeking to take advantage of the pandemic to expand their operations and control. According to the Secretary-General’s report (S/2020/1031), many armed groups are systematically targeting civilians, and Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant cells have stepped up their attacks and insurgence.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“We hope the parties concerned will maintain close contact with the Special Envoy and advance the political dialogue on the basis of existing consensus, so as to achieve tangible results as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria must be fully respected and defended. The work of the Syrian Constitutional Committee must remain independent and free from foreign interference and manipulation. Propositions or actions that go against the fundamental interests of the Syrian people will not enjoy wide support and will go nowhere. Secondly, we should stabilize the security situation across Syria to create conditions for the political process and humanitarian operations. Since March, the situation on the ground in north-west Syria has been generally stable and calm.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“I thank Special Envoy Pedersen and Under-Secretary-General Lowcock for their briefings. China steadfastly believes that a political solution is the only way out of the Syrian conflict and calls on the international community to scale up humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people. We support the United Nations in continuing to play a leading and coordinating role in this regard. Today I would like to highlight four points. First, we should adhere to the principle of a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned solution, and redouble our efforts to push forward the political process. China welcomes the consensus achieved at the third session of the small body of the Constitutional Committee. We appreciate Special Envoy Pedersen’s efforts to prepare for the fourth session, including his recent visit to Damascus.”
2020-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1049 (2020) · source
“Lastly, we reiterate our appreciation for the positive efforts of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Tanin and the United Nations Interim Administration in Kosovo (UNMIK) to push for a political solution to the Kosovo issue. China supports UNMIK in continuing to implement its mandate and play an important role, and calls on all parties to implement resolution 2518 (2020) in good faith to ensure the safety and security of United Nations personnel to create favourable conditions for UNMIK’s mandate implementation.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“The Kosovo Government should create a favourable environment to this end and enhance amity and mutual trust among different communities. We hope Kosovo will continue to implement the Brussels agreement and effectively promote the formation of the community of Serbian municipalities. China notes that, according to the Secretary-General’s report (S/2020/964), the municipality of Deçan/Dečani has recently resumed rail construction in the special protective zone of the Visoki Dečani monastery, giving rise to tensions and sparking wide international concern. We hope that the Government of Kosovo will abide by the relevant laws and the decision of the Constitutional Court to protect the property rights around the monastery.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“China welcomes these positive developments and hopes that the two sides will maintain political good faith, consolidate the positive momentum and achieve substantive results in the dialogue at an early date. China’s position on the Kosovo issue has been consistent. We respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia, understand the legitimate concerns of the Serbian side on the Kosovo issue and appreciate the positive efforts made by Serbia to seek a political solution to the Kosovo issue. China supports the efforts of both sides to seek a mutually acceptable solution through sincere dialogue and consultation on the legal basis of resolution 1244 (1999). The reconciliation and a harmonious coexistence of all ethnic groups in Kosovo is in the common interests of all ethnicities.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Tanin for his briefing, and welcome the presence of the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Mr. Ivica Dačić, and his statement. I also listened to the statement by Ms. Meliza Haradinaj-Stublla. In July and September, Serbia and Kosovo held several rounds of dialogue, facilitated by the European Union (EU), focusing on the issues of missing persons and economic cooperation, marking the official resumption of the dialogue between the two parties after two years. On 4 September, the two sides signed an agreement on the normalization of economic relations and agreed to build roads and railways connecting the two sides. It is an important step forward.”
2020-10-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1040 (2020) · source
“The development of infrastructure for transportation, irrigation and electricity should be prioritized and strengthened in conflict-affected areas, and basic public services such as education, health care and housing should be provided in order to minimize the disparities between urban and rural areas and between various regions. China supports the work of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Massieu and the Verification Mission. We encourage the Verification Mission and the United Nations country team in Colombia to strengthen coordination and collaboration, and to play a greater role in supporting the Colombia peace process, with a synergetic effect. China will enhance its cooperation with Colombia through both bilateral and multilateral channels so as to support sustainable peace and development in Colombia.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“China commends the efforts of the Colombian Government to relocate former territorial areas for training and reintegration. There are still more than 9,000 ex-combatants living outside the areas. For them, more help is needed to push forward their political, economic, social and educational reintegration. Inclusive development should be promoted in order to eradicate the root causes of conflict. China supports Colombia’s strategy to overcome the effects of the pandemic as well as the five pillars of the strategy. We hope that the Colombian Government will continue to implement the development programmes with a territorial focus and step up its efforts towards equitable, inclusive and sustainable development.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“The international community and the Security Council should step up their endeavours to help Colombia ensure a comprehensive, effective and sustainable implementation of the peace agreement, and China is fully behind all such efforts. I would like to emphasize three points. It is imperative to improve the security situation. Security is a priority for human rights and a prerequisite for the enjoyment of other rights. The report of the Secretary-General notes that violence and criminal activity are still taking place in some areas. We hope that State institutions and the security presence could be strengthened in high-risk areas. The policy on the dismantling of criminal organizations should be finalized and implemented in 2021. The sustainable reintegration of ex-combatants is key to the peace process.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“The United Nations and the parties concerned have been committed to facilitating peace talks since the early stages of the process, and the Security Council has provided strong support and timely help by deploying the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia to monitor the implementation of the peace agreement. Just last month the Council, by unanimously adopting resolution 2545 (2020), extending the mandate of the Mission for another year, once again showed its unrelenting support. At the same time, the report of the Secretary-General (S/2020/943) and Special Representative of the Secretary-General Massieu’s briefing pointed out that there are still challenges facing the peace process.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“China welcomes the participation of Foreign Minister Claudia Blum de Barberi in today’s meeting. I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Massieu for his briefing. The Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace will soon mark its fourth anniversary. Over the past four years, the Colombia peace process has achieved significant progress. The disarmament and reintegration process continues to move forward, and the peace dividends are bringing increasing benefits to the Colombian people. Thanks to the efforts made in the context of “Peace with legality” by the Government of Colombia, sustainable peace is taking root and building momentum. The Colombia peace process sets a good example of conflict resolution through the joint efforts of the international community.”
2020-10-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/1023 (2020) · source
“China is against jumping to conclusions where there is a lack of well-established evidence and where there is a plethora of doubts. This will not help with the resolution of the Syrian chemical-weapons issue. It will also undercut the mutual confidence among the Syrian parties and adversely affect the momentum towards finding a political solution to the Syrian question. Meanwhile, the Director General of the OPCW and the Technical Secretariat should push for enhanced dialogue and consultation among the States parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention and observe the tradition of basing decisions on consensus. Pushing for a vote when there are big differences among the parties would aggravate the confrontation among the States parties, undermine the atmosphere of cooperation and damage the authority and long-term interests of the OPCW.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“China supports the OPCW in carrying out its mandate based on the Chemical Weapons Convention and a full, objective and fair investigation of the alleged use of chemical weapons, and in producing, on the basis of established facts, some conclusions that withstand the test of history and are free from political interference and prejudgment. At the Arria Formula meeting held last week, the three briefers at that meeting cast doubt on different aspects of the report of the investigation. It is hoped that the OPCW will pay attention to the information and views shared by the three experts and give a professional, scientific and convincing response. I must emphasize that only when facts and science are respected can the truth be found, can there be real implementation of resolution 2118 (2013) and can the authority of the OPCW be safeguarded.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“According to the OPCW’s latest monthly report (S/2020/961, annex), the Syrian Government recently provided information on 8 of the 22 outstanding issues and made two amendments to its initial declaration. The OPCW, the United Nations Office for Project Services and the Syrian Government have extended their tripartite cooperation agreement by six months. These positive developments deserve recognition. China understands Syria’s concern over the deterioration of related samples in the OPCW’s laboratory. It is hoped that the Technical Secretariat will properly resolve this issue with Syria through, inter alia, continued technical meetings. The question of chemical weapons is one of great importance.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“He treated the Council as a venue for venting his sentiments and dissatisfaction. Such practices are not at all constructive. At least the representative of the United Kingdom, after expressing his disagreements, stated his position on the question of chemical weapons in Syria. If countries come here to attack other countries rather than discuss the issue at hand, how can we talk about solidarity in the work of the Council? How else can the Council play a role? I thank Mrs. Nakamitsu for her briefing. China notes that the Syrian Government has maintained good communication and cooperation with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Instead, you made a decision as President to immediately put to a vote whether Mr. Bustani should be allowed to brief the Council. The President of the Security Council has the right to rule on procedural matters, and China respects that. China did so in order to maintain the authority of the President and to save time to allow the Council to expeditiously proceed with its meetings as normal. I hope that other delegations, in future Council deliberations, will also show respect and cooperation in their attitude, openness and inclusiveness with regard to other issues and maintain consistency in their positions before and after. I must say that, in his remarks, the German representative did not raise the question of chemical weapons in Syria at all. His statement consisted entirely of attacks on other members of the Council.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Mr. Geng Shuang (China) (spoke in Chinese): I very much regret the result of the procedural vote just now and the failure to have Mr. Bustani brief the Council. As I stated earlier, outsiders, some of whom were absolutely no match for Mr. Bustani in terms of professionalism and representativeness, have been regularly invited to brief the Council in previous meetings, in accordance with rule 39 of the rules of procedure Nevertheless, some countries, including Germany, have been very positive about inviting these people, but today blocked Mr. Bustani from briefing us. The flagrant hypocrisy on the part of the representative of Germany and others is truly astounding. Just now, the Chinese delegation suggested to you, Mr. President, that the challenge posed by the United Kingdom be put to a vote, but you did not listen to our view.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Why should it be possible that some people can be invited as briefers but not Mr. Bustani? His expertise and representativeness are totally beyond dispute. I would hope that our colleague from the United Kingdom and others can, with regard to the issues on the Council’s agenda, listen to different views and keep an open mind on the issues under discussion. What I think is that they simply do not want to listen to differing views. They say that they are objective and fair, but that is simply not the case. I therefore still insist that we should first put to the vote the challenge to the presidency of the Council raised by the representative of the United Kingdom.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Mr. Geng Shuang (China) (spoke in Chinese): With regard to the explanations offered by the representative of the United Kingdom and others, I must say that I still fail to understand. As we said earlier, in accordance with rule 39, we have invited other civil society representatives, non-governmental organizations and experts to brief Security Council members whose professionalism and representativeness were absolutely no match for Mr. Bustani. However, in those instances no objections have been raised so that the work of the Council might proceed. I fail to understand why the representatives of the United Kingdom and other members have such difficulty in accepting the invitation issued to Mr. Bustani as a briefer. I wish to point out that this simply exposes a double standard.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Mr. Geng Shuang (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation fully supports the proposal of the Russian presidency regarding the briefer, in accordance with rule 39. If the representative of the United Kingdom and other representatives are opposed to that and wish to challenge the invitation issued by the President, first and foremost we should vote on the objection put forward by the United Kingdom representative.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“However, at those meetings, other members did not try to block such briefers or raise objections to their being invited in accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure. I would therefore like to express my regret over the practice of the United Kingdom representative and other Council members. I propose that we take a procedural vote on the proposal put forward by the representative of the United Kingdom so that we know how many members really oppose the invitation extended to Mr. Bustani as a briefer.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“Mr. Geng Shuang (China) (spoke in Chinese): I note my failure to understand the proposal raised by the representative of the United Kingdom, on behalf of some members of the Council, concerning Mr. Bustani, former Director General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), who has rich experience, unique insights and knowledge of the working methods and procedures of the OPCW. Mr. Bustani is very knowledgeable about the chemical weapon issue and is well suited to be a briefer. His briefing would bring unique value to this meeting. If I am not mistaken, at previous Council meetings where speakers have been invited to give briefings in accordance with rule 39 of the Council’s provisional rules of procedure, some have not been nearly as professional or representative as Mr. Bustani.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8764 (2020) · source
“As a special political mission, BINUH, established a year ago, has made some efforts in promoting dialogue between the Haitian government and the opposition. However, there has been little progress. There is no external solution to the problems in Haiti. Unless all parties in Haiti truly demonstrate their political will, it would be impossible to break the deadlock. We therefore recommend the Security Council consider the future United Nations presence in Haiti in the light of the development of the situation, to make an assessment and take onboard the previous experiences and lessons learned.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“China sympathizes with the Haitian people about this unfortunate historical experience and has always called on the international community to scale up its assistance to Haiti. Over the past 10 years, Haiti has received billions of dollars in aid, but there has been no fundamental improvement in the lives of the Haitian people. The main donors to Haiti should pay earnest attention to the needs and priorities of Haiti and invest funds in the areas that are most urgent for the Haitian people, particularly the areas of poverty reduction and economic and social development. The Haitian Government should also use its aid in a rational and effective manner and continuously improve the effectiveness of the aid it receives. The mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) will expire on 15 October.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“At the same time, the Haitian authorities and various domestic factions must put the interests of the people first, abandon personal interests, put aside their differences and commit themselves to inclusive dialogue and extensive consultation in order to reach a political solution. Haiti will hold a presidential election next year. Election preparations must be in compliance with Haiti's Constitution and laws and on the basis of broad consensus among various parties to ensure the legitimacy and credibility of the election. Haiti, the first country in Latin America to achieve independence, was once under foreign occupation and control for decades. Its national resources were plundered for far too long. Its people were plunged into misery and suffering.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“However, it is regrettable that the Haitian Government’s governance capabilities are severely inadequate and that corruption has persisted despite repeated prohibitions. According to the Secretary-General’s report (S/2020/944), certain Government authorities have committed abuses. It is reported that some Haitian police officers took to the streets to protest over low salaries, and even exchanged fire with police officers on duty. The Haitian Government must effectively improve its governance capabilities, shoulder its own responsibilities and meet the people’s expectations.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“China thanks Special Representative Meagher La Lime for her briefing. Since the previous meeting on this issue in the Security Council in June (see S/2020/568), Haiti has been mired in a prolonged political impasse and continued constitutional crisis, with a deteriorating security situation that put its people in danger. The situation of women is a matter of particular concern. The economic reality is grim, and the coronavirus disease further aggravates the already difficult livelihoods of Haitians. The political, economic and social crises that Haiti is facing show no signs of lessening. To defuse the crises and achieve stability and development, Haiti ultimately has to rely on its own efforts, and the Haitian authorities bear the primary responsibility.”
2020-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2020/979 (2020) · source
“In addition, further progress has also been made in the Ramallah school project, supported by the Chinese Government. We will continue to provide assistance, within our capacity, to the Palestinian people to combat the pandemic, develop the economy, improve people’s livelihoods and make a positive contribution towards achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting settlement of the Palestinian issue as soon as possible.”
2020-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8762 (2020) · source