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1. “We expect the AU to continue to play an important role in the next stage of the peace process in the Sudan. We believe that the AU will enjoy further success in maintaining peace and stability on the African continent. China has worked tirelessly to promote the proper resolution of the question of the Sudan. We have actively participated and promoted the dual-track system and the trilateral mechanism so as to build a framework of international cooperation on Darfur. Chinese peacekeepers have always stood on the front line of international peacekeeping in the Sudan. The Government and private sector of China have made practical contributions to the Sudan's economic development and the improvement of people's lives. We sincerely support the African Union's playing an important role in the question of the Sudan in the future.”

   2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source

2. “The AU initiated the peacekeeping operations in Darfur and played the role of fire brigade in containing the conflict in Darfur. The AU and the United Nations created the joint operations peacekeeping model in Darfur. The Sudanese Government, the African Union and the United Nations trilateral mechanism has functioned effectively on Darfur. In all this, the African Union has played the role of bridge and link in the international process on the question of the Sudan. This model of cooperation has provided the international community with new experience in handling regional hot spots. Over the past year, the AU High-Level Panel on Darfur, under Mr. Mbeki, has studied the question of the Sudan in depth and made comprehensive and practical proposals for achieving peace and reconciliation through cooperation in the Sudan.”

   2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source

3. “Its satisfactory resolution will test the political wisdom of the parties concerned. In the coming months, the challenges will be even more daunting. We believe that, so long as the concerned parties prioritize peace and stability in the Sudan and Africa, cooperate in good faith and move towards each other, it will be possible to successfully address the difficulties and challenges in the final stage of the Sudan peace process. Secondly, it is necessary to fully exploit the unique role of the African Union (AU) in the question of the Sudan, as seen in the diplomatic practice of recent years in Africa in the area of peace and security. The AU's comprehensive involvement in the question of the Sudan is unprecedented.”

   2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source

4. “The maintenance of its peace and stability bears on the overall situation of peace in its region and the African continent. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the international community, the framework arrangements on the question of the Sudan have basically been established and their implementation is proceeding. Progress has been achieved in the peacekeeping deployments and the political negotiation in the Darfur region. The Sudan's national elections were held successfully and preparations are under way for the referendum in the South as the final step in the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA). These developments demonstrate that the people of the Sudan want stability and that there is strong public support for the political settlement of the question of the Sudan. However, the question of the Sudan is complex.”

   2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source

5. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting of the Security Council on the question of the Sudan. I welcome Mr. Mbeki, Chairman of the African Union High-Level Panel on Darfur, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Menkerios, Joint Special Representative Gambari and Joint Chief Mediator Bassole to today's meeting. I thank them for their work to resolve the question of the Sudan. The Security Council has devoted a great deal of energy to the question of the Sudan. At this critical moment in the peace process in the Sudan, I would like to emphasize the following two points. First, the question of the Sudan is complicated but progress has been achieved. The Sudan is the largest country in Africa.”

   2010-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6338 (2010) · source

6. “China hopes that the countries concerned will, on the basis of equality and mutual respect, strengthen contacts and dialogue, foster mutual trust, dispel misgivings, address one another's concerns and seek a solution acceptable to all parties to restart negotiations. China will work along with all countries concerned and continue to make its own contribution to the peaceful settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue through diplomatic means.”

   2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

7. “China welcomes and highly values the tripartite agreement between Brazil, Turkey and Iran on nuclear fuel exchange for the Tehran Research Reactor. We hope the parties concerned will make full use of the positive momentum created by the agreement and will spare no effort to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue peacefully through dialogue and negotiations. As the Security Council adopted its new resolution on the Iranian nuclear issue, the E3+3 Foreign Ministers issued a joint statement reiterating their commitment to resolving the issue through diplomatic negotiations and expressing their readiness to redouble diplomatic efforts towards the resumption of negotiations.”

   2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

8. “In other words, if Iran suspends uranium enrichment and reprocessing activities and complies with the relevant resolutions of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Security Council, the Council will suspend or even lift its sanctions against Iran. It has always been China's view that Security Council unity is essential to resolving the Iranian nuclear issue. We have always maintained that the importance of the unity of the Security Council, and we are not in favour of hasty action. We believe that we must make a greater effort to maintain the unity of the Security Council. Over the years, China has been committed to peacefully resolving the Iranian nuclear issue through diplomatic negotiations and has made unremitting efforts in that regard.”

   2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

9. “It should reinforce diplomatic efforts to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue. China was earnestly and constructive engaged in the consultations on the draft resolution and worked vigorously to ensure that the text fully reflected the foregoing principles. We are the view that sanctions can never fundamentally resolve the Iranian nuclear issue. To bring about a comprehensive and appropriate settlement of the issue, it is imperative to return to the track of dialogue and negotiation. The Security Council's adoption of this new resolution does not mean that the door to diplomatic efforts is closed. The new resolution is aimed at bringing Iran back to the negotiating table and at activating a new round of diplomatic efforts. To that end, the sanctions mentioned in the new resolution are reversible.”

   2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

10. “First, it should contribute to the maintenance of the international nuclear non-proliferation regime. As a State party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, Iran should strictly fulfil its obligations under the Treaty. In the meantime, its right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy should be fully respected and safeguarded. Secondly, the Security Council's actions should be conducive to peace and stability in the Middle East, especially the Gulf region. Thirdly, it should help to promote the current momentum towards global economic recovery and not affect the day-to-day lives of the Iranian people or normal international trade and transactions. The action taken by the Security Council should be appropriate, incremental, clearly targeted and commensurate with the actual practices of Iran in the nuclear field.”

    2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

11. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council has just adopted a new resolution on the Iranian nuclear issue. This is the sixth resolution adopted by the Council on the matter since July 2006. Like the previous five, the new resolution not only reflects the concerns of the international community about the Iranian nuclear issue, but also expresses the aspiration of all parties to achieve an early and peaceful settlement of the issue through diplomatic negotiations. China calls on all members of the international community to implement the resolution comprehensively and in good faith. China has consistently maintained that the actions taken by the Security Council on the Iranian nuclear issue must adhere to the following three principles.”

    2010-06-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6335 (2010) · source

12. “China is willing to continue to work with the international community to strengthen intercultural dialogue and build bridges of communication and cooperation, with a View to creating synergies promoting the maintenance of international peace and security, the advancement of common human development, and the building of a harmonious world.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

13. “The international community should function on the basis of mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality and cooperation. It should use peaceful means, such as mediation, negotiation and good offices, to resolve problems, settle disputes and promote the solution of regional hot-spot issues in order to build a harmonious family of States. China supports and actively participates in the efforts of the international community to promote interfaith and intercultural dialogue and cooperation, and has been a constructive partner in multiple United Nations initiatives and mechanisms relating to dialogue among civilizations and the culture of peace.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

14. “Dialogue and discussion represent the best way to resolve differences and prevent conflict. Countries should adhere to the concepts of openness, inclusiveness and cooperation, and strengthen dialogue to overcome barriers, dispel misunderstandings and resolve disputes in order to prevent or reduce outbreaks of conflict. Thirdly, we must show respect for differences and settle conflicts by peaceful means. Conflicts often result from the alienation, prejudice, discrimination and even hatred that can arise from differences. Our world should be varied yet harmonious. We believe that we should recognize and accept the diversity of our world and the differences among civilizations. We are opposed to linking terrorism to any particular nation, ethnic group or religion.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

15. “Here I would like to emphasize the following points. First, different faiths and cultures should be treated equally on the basis of mutual respect. While faiths and cultures vary in terms of the era of their origins and development, there is no hierarchy among them in terms of merit. All are a crystallization of human wisdom and have contributed to the progress and development of human society and thus deserve equal respect. Different faiths and cultures should learn from each other and coexist peacefully. Secondly, intercultural dialogue should be strengthened in an open and inclusive spirit. History has shown that dialogue with other civilizations leads to mutual enrichment and development. In a post-crisis situation, strengthening intercultural dialogue is highly practical.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

16. “The international community bears the common responsibility of strengthening cooperation to respond to those challenges, and it faces the arduous task of bridging differences and seeking common understanding. China supports Lebanon's initiative to hold this thematic debate and believes that this meeting will help promote intercultural dialogue, enhance mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among countries and maintain international peace and security. Strengthening interfaith and intercultural dialogue is in conformity with the purposes and principles of the United Nations and is conducive to preventive diplomacy, peaceful settlement of disputes and post-conflict peacebuilding. It will also help the United Nations better fulfil its responsibility of maintaining international peace and security.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

17. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all I would like to express my gratitude to you, Sir, Prime Minister Hariri, for presiding over this meeting. I also thank the Secretary-General for his statement. While the pursuit of peace, development and cooperation has become a major trend of our times, the world has also witnessed the emergence of new challenges to international peace and security. The interlinking of traditional and non-traditional security threats, the incessant outbreak of regional conflicts and hot-spot issues, terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction are threats that we cannot afford to ignore. Discrimination and prejudice against religions and cultures have given rise to violent conflicts and strife and have caused unprecedented clashes and friction among civilizations.”

    2010-05-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6322 (2010) · source

18. “China welcomes the intention of the European Union (EU) to continue to play an active role in maintaining security and stability and promoting socio- economic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The EU Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina has begun to extend military assistance to the Bosnian army, which will help to safeguard State sovereignty. China and Bosnia and Herzegovina share a long-standing friendship and have seen their relations thrive. Mr. Nikola Spiric', Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, recently concluded a successful visit to China, and we are doing our utmost, alongside the international community, to contribute to sustainable peace and development in his country.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

19. “We sincerely hope that all parties concerned in Bosnia and Herzegovina will strive to implement the Dayton Peace Agreement and work actively for dialogue to strengthen the political and reconciliation process, to ensure the success of the general elections to be held in October, to achieve further progress in the political and economic areas, and to bring peace, stability and prosperity to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the entire Balkan region. We support the efforts of the international community to strengthen its mediation with a view to attaining high-level dialogue and concrete results. We hope that the International Monetary Fund will duly address the dire consequences of the economic and political situation in the region and pursue vigorous measures to improve it.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

20. “At the same time, Bosnia and Herzegovina is confronting challenges that merit the due attention of all parties. These challenges have been exacerbated by attempts to hinder the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement, which threaten to undermine State sovereignty and authority, as well as existing legislation. The integrity of the State is under threat. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, economic development has slowed, hampered by the international economic crisis, while social problems have been exacerbated, which is a cause of concern. China respects the independence and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the right of its various ethnic groups to choose their own paths to development.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

21. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation wishes to thank you, Sir, for having convened today's meeting. We also thank the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Inzko, for his briefing and for his efforts to achieve progress in the political process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I welcome the presence at today's meeting of the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Haris Silajdzie, and thank him for his statement. The situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina has remained generally stable of late. Reforms in the area of the Constitution, the rule of law and national defence have contributed to some progress. Preparations are under way for the general elections scheduled for October, and economic reform has achieved some results.”

    2010-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6319 (2010) · source

22. “In recent years, we have noted that - whether on the Sudan, the conflict in the Great Lakes region or peace and security in West Africa - regional cooperation has yielded significant results in addressing regional disputes, easing tension and facilitating framework agreements on relevant issues. We believe that there is quite a lot of space for negotiation, regional cooperation and dialogue on the question of the Horn of Africa. We sincerely hope that countries of the region will proceed on the basis of their long-term national and regional interests and jointly and constructively create a harmonious environment in which all countries in the Horn will benefit from mutual cooperation.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

23. “We hope that both countries are able to act in the interest of their bilateral relations and of regional peace and stability by resolving their differences through negotiation and dialogue, so that their traditional friendship can be restored. We applaud the Djibouti Government's political and diplomatic efforts to find a negotiated solution to the disputes with Eritrea. We support a greater mediation role for the African Union with respect to relations between the two countries. The Council should do more to promote the resumption of bilateral talks and the achievement of a negotiated solution. Countries in the Horn of Africa can choose their friends, but not their neighbours. The countries of the region share many common interests.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

24. “The present situation in that country remains tense. The security situation is dismal, the humanitarian crisis grows worse and progress in the peace process is slow. The situation in Somalia is posing a grave threat to peace and security in the Horn of Africa and throughout the world. The international community should urgently work to find an appropriate solution to the question of Somalia as soon as possible, by actively supporting the Djibouti peace agreement and promoting the process of political reconciliation in Somalia, so that Somalia can restore peace and achieve reconstruction and development. We hope that the upcoming Istanbul Conference will make a substantial contribution to resolving the problems of Somalia. China has always been very concerned at the disputes between Djibouti and Eritrea.”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

25. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): My delegation thanks you, Mr. President, for having convened today's meeting. We welcome the presence of His Excellency Mr. Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of Djibouti. We listened very carefully to his statement and we thank him for updating us on the situation. We greatly appreciate Djibouti's political and diplomatic efforts to maintain regional peace, security and stability, and in particular to promote the peace process in Somalia. We also wholeheartedly thank the Government of Djibouti for its valuable support for international cooperation against piracy. In recent years, the persistent turbulence in the Horn of Africa has gravely frustrated peace, security and development in the region. Just last week, the Security Council considered the situation in Somalia (see S/PV.6313).”

    2010-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6316 (2010) · source

26. “We trust that UNMIK will continue to strengthen communication with Serbia and Kosovo and to play its part by providing coordination and good offices in seeking an appropriate solution to Kosovo's problems, facilitating the return of minority communities, protecting cultural and religious heritage, and maintaining security and stability throughout the Balkans. We call on all parties concerned to support UNMIK's efforts. We trust that the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo will continue to play its role, under United Nations auspices, in the context of neutrality pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999). We trust that it will cooperate with UNMIK and thus play an appropriate role in maintaining peace and stability in the region.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

27. “We still believe that a negotiated solution acceptable to both stakeholders is the best way to resolve the problems besetting Kosovo, which should also be the objective of all concerned parties. We note that UNMIK has carried out its reconfiguration and reduction. In our View, UNMIK's adjustment is not linked to the issue of Kosovo's status and should not affect the neutral position of the United Nations. UNMIK must continue to implement its mandate pursuant to resolution 1244 (1999) and the relevant documents.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

28. “We trust that, through its ongoing mediation, UNMIK will continue to encourage all parties to enter into dialogue and to promote reconciliation and peaceful coexistence among the various communities in the region. In the future, UNMIK must be particularly vigilant regarding the impact of the strategy for northern Kosovo on the local population once it is implemented, and it must be able to react promptly. The situation in Kosovo is both complex and sensitive. It affects peace and stability throughout the Balkans, and indeed throughout Europe. China respects the territorial integrity of Serbia and recommends that Kosovo's problems be resolved in accordance with the principles and purposes of the United Nations Charter and on the basis of Security Council resolutions.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

29. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation, thanks you, Mr. President, for having convened today's meeting. We welcome the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) (S/2010/169), and we thank Mr. Lamberto Zannier, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Kosovo, for his briefing. We listened very closely to the statements by Mr. Vuk Jeremic', Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, and by Mr. Hyseni. Although there are still many destabilizing factors in Kosovo, it has been possible recently to avert a deterioration of the situation, which remains relatively stable. We welcome that.”

    2010-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6314 (2010) · source

30. “China supports the participation of the three Committees, within their respective mandates, in the relevant work of the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force and urges the comprehensive and balanced development of the four pillars of the counter-terrorism mechanism so that the respective bodies will complement each other, act in concert and continue to safeguard the United Nations core role in the international fight against terrorism.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

31. “The Security Council counter-terrorism mechanism, composed of the three Committees, should continue to push for the implementation of the relevant counter-terrorism resolutions while heeding further the call of the broad membership of the United Nations, and in particular the developing countries, for the counter-terrorism mechanism to better meet their needs. China encourages the three Committees and their respective bodies to continue to strengthen their coordination, optimize resources and avoid duplication of work. Later in the year, the General Assembly will carry out a complete assessment of the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

32. “We encourage those countries able to do so to provide the necessary assistance to developing countries to ease the latter's difficulties in implementation. We note some new ideas and proposals made by the members of the Committee and the group of experts, which we will study closely. China will continue to actively support the work of the Committee and to work for the comprehensive and balanced implementation of the programme of work of the 1540 Committee. Violence and terror remain rampant throughout the world. Terrorism still poses a potent threat to international peace and security. The Security Council, as the core of the international collective security system, should continue to play an important role in the international fight against terrorism.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

33. “This lays a good foundation for the CTC's implementation of the resolution. Meanwhile, CTED has pushed ahead with the implementation of its programme of work in a solid manner and has done much effective work in reviewing the Preliminary Implementation Assessments and conducting State visits, as well as in rendering technical assistance. China attaches great importance to the role of the 1540 Committee and has participated actively and constructively in its work. Recently the 1540 Committee, with the assistance of the group of experts, has taken a series of effective steps towards international cooperation and assistance. We endorse the efforts of the Committee to enhance dialogue and cooperation with various Member States in implementing resolution 1540 (2004), exchanging experiences and learning from each other's strengths.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

34. “Pursuant to resolution 1904 (2009), the Committee summarized its experience over the past years, improved and updated its working guidelines and instituted the post of ombudsperson. All of these moves are conducive to improving the working methods, transparency and efficiency of the Committee. With the assistance of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED), the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has improved its working methods and stepped up its dialogue and cooperation with international regional organizations. China appreciates these measures. Over the past six months, the CTC has carried out in-depth discussions on important subjects covered by resolutions 1373 (2001) and 1624 (2005), and set forth proposals for dealing with problems and challenges remaining in various areas.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

35. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation thanks Ambassadors Mayr-Harting, Apakan and Heller for their respective briefings on the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004), respectively. The Chinese delegation appreciates the results achieved by the three Committees and their respective teams. The primary task before the 1267 Committee is to complete the review of the sanctions list before the end of June. Achieving practical results from the review requires the active collaboration of the broad membership. We also hope that the Committee will conduct its work with a prudent and objective attitude so as to safeguard sanctions mechanisms and its preventive and deterrent role vis-a-vis terrorist activities.”

    2010-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6310 (2010) · source

36. “We welcome these efforts and are prepared to work with the United Nations, the EU and other parties concerned to make a greater contribution to strengthening the capacity of the African Union and African subregional organizations. China attaches importance to and very much supports the constructive role played by the EU on the international stage. We are convinced that, with the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty and the deepening of the European integration process, the EU, the United Nations and the Security Council will be able to enjoy more pragmatic and effective cooperation in maintaining international peace and security.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

37. “Currently, some dozen special representatives of the EU are working throughout the world to find solutions to various conflicts through mediation and good offices, and we support the European Union in its efforts to continue to make its contribution in this way. We agree with Baroness Ashton that, as indicated in her statement, the African Union and African subregional organizations are currently working actively to settle conflicts in Africa through their peacekeeping missions, but that they are facing funding and capacity problems. The European Union, by participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions deployed, inter alia, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chad and the Central African Republic, is also helping the African Union and countries of Africa to reinforce their capacities.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

38. “In January, the Security Council, under the Chinese presidency, organized a thematic debate on cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations in maintaining international peace and security (see S/PV.6257), following which the Council adopted a presidential statement reaffirming the importance of and need for reciprocal cooperation between the United Nations and regional and subregional organizations (S/PRST/20lO/ 1). China highly appreciates the active role played by the EU in defending peace and security in its own region and throughout the world. We have always felt that dialogue and consultations are the best way to resolve differences and prevent and settle conflicts. The EU has great experience in the area of preventive diplomacy.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

39. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): Mr. President, at the outset I would like to congratulate you on assuming the presidency of the Security Council. I also thank the Ambassador of Japan for his work last month. I thank the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union (EU), Baroness Ashton, for her presence with us here today and for her statement concerning cooperation between the EU and the Security Council in the area of peace and security. China attaches great importance to working with regional and subregional organizations in the maintenance of international peace and security.”

    2010-05-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6306 (2010) · source

40. “The full deployment of the additional forces will take some time. On the issue of increased police personnel and the reconfiguration of MINUSTAH's military component, China deems it necessary for the Security Council and the Department of Peacekeeping Operations to carry out a comprehensive assessment and take a prudent approach in decision-making. China also hopes that the United Nations will soon rebuild MINUSTAH's facilities to ensure the safety and security of its staff.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

41. “In the current circumstances, MINUSTAH's important role in Haiti's stabilization process is self- evident. China favours strengthening MINUSTAH's capacity so that it may better fulfil its current mandate. As a peacekeeping mission, MINUSTAH's core function is to maintain security and stability in Haiti. With respect to promoting political stability in Haiti, restoring State capacity, supporting elections and strengthening the rule of law, the Mission may provide appropriate support and assistance within its mandate and capacity, but should refrain from taking on every activity while at the same time deviating from its central task of peacekeeping. As authorized by the Council in its resolution 1908 (2010), the force level of MINUSTAH has been increased by a total of 3,500 personnel.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

42. “China appreciates the report recently submitted by the Secretary-General (S/2010/200) and take note of its recommendations on the future role of MINUSTAH. China also understands that some parties concerned hope that the United Nations will provide greater assistance and support to promote political stability, maintain security, support elections, strengthen the rule of law and rebuild Haiti's State capacities. China's view is that the major organs and agencies of the United Nations, regional organizations and major donors should perform their respective duties pursuant to their mandates. At the same time, there should be a clear division of labour and enhanced coordination to avoid duplication and wasted resources. For more than five years, MINUSTAH has made significant contributions to the security and stability of Haiti.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

43. “International attention is focused on the post- disaster situation in Haiti and its reconstruction. We support ongoing assistance of the United Nations and the international community to Haiti in its efforts to achieve stability and rebuild as soon as possible. The post-disaster recovery and reconstruction process in Haiti will be long, arduous and challenging. All parties must fully respect Haiti's sovereignty and insure that the Haitian Government and people play a leading role in the stabilization and reconstruction process. The United Nations should continue to play an important coordinating role in the stabilization process and in international efforts to assist Haiti in its post-disaster reconstruction.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

44. “The past three months have witnessed a continuous outpouring of international support, sympathy and generous aid for Haiti. Following the earthquake, the Chinese Government lost no time in providing various kinds of assistance to Haiti and has continued its vigorous efforts to help the Haitian Government and people weather their difficulties. It is gratifying to note that the post-disaster security situation in Haiti has remained calm and that steady progress has been made in the relief and recovery efforts. China is convinced that, under the leadership of the Haitian Government and with the international community's support and assistance, the Government and people of Haiti will soon rebuild their homes, heal their wounds and create a bright future of peace, stability and sustainable development.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

45. “Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Sir, for convening today's meeting. I also thank Mr. Edmond Mulet, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) for his briefing. I welcome Mr. Jean-Max Bellerive, Prime Minister of Haiti, to the Council's meeting. The powerful earthquake that struck Haiti on 12 January caused unprecedented destruction and damage and raised new difficulties and challenges to the Council's efforts to stabilize Haiti. My country was saddened by the heavy losses suffered by MINUSTAH staff during the earthquake. We pay tribute to Mr. Mulet and all MINUSTAH personnel for their courage, dedication and sacrifice. There is a Chinese saying that, when trouble occurs in one place, help arrives from all sides.”

    2010-04-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6303 (2010) · source

46. “Improving the working methods of the Security Council is a long-term task that cannot be accomplished all at once. We are willing to work with others in making unremitting efforts in this regard. We are convinced that, with the continuous improvement of its working methods and incessant innovation of its practice, the Security Council will be better able to fulfil the mission entrusted to it by the States Members of the United Nations.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

47. “This trend should be a matter of concern to Member States. Fourthly, we should further improve the timeliness and quality of Council documents. The surge in quantity of documents adopted by the Security Council in recent years demonstrates the increase in the Council's workload, but also serves as a reminder that greater attention should be paid to the quality of documents and their practical implementation. Reports of the Secretary-General should strive to be more targeted and timely so as to become living documents that genuinely reflect problems and present recommendations. Due attention should be given to making relevant documents available in all six official languages in a timely manner, which is an important step in enhancing the transparency and openness of the Security Council.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

48. “As such, they offer an important platform for non-members of the Council to participate in the work of the Council. We hope that open meetings will be more results-oriented so that non-members of the Council are given an opportunity to present their views and proposals. The themes of open meetings should have a more narrow focus and should not be too general. Thirdly, we should focus our energy on addressing major and urgent threats to international peace and security. We support the annual review by the Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions of items on the Security Council's agenda in order to keep the agenda current, save resources and increase efficiency. Recent years have seen an excessive increase in thematic items, some of which are beyond the Council's sphere of competence.”

    2010-04-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6300 (2010) · source

49. “Useful practices in this regard include monthly briefings by the presidency of the Security Council to non-members of the Council and dialogues with troop-contributing countries (TCCs). We hope that the Council fully hears the views and proposals of the Member States. We also hope that the latter will make the best use of such occasions as open meetings and meetings with TCCs to air their views so that the Council can be informed of their valuable opinions. Secondly, we should seek practical results in the enhancement of transparency. Efforts to enhance transparency should stress the participation of Member States and the practical results achieved, instead of becoming a matter of formality. Open meetings are more transparent and enjoy the broader participation of Member States.”

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50. “The Informal Working Group on Documentation and Other Procedural Questions has carried out fruitful work, and the President's note contained in document S/2006/507 marks an important step towards further improvement of the rules and procedures of the Security Council. Efforts in this regard have also benefited from constructive views and proposals put forward by Member States. We should build on the results achieved so far, base our actions on reality, and continue to tap potentials for the improvement of the Council's working methods so as to make its work more equitable, efficient and transparent. I believe that we should focus our efforts on the following aspects. First, we should widely seek the views of non-members of the Council and strengthen communication and interaction with them.”

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