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Li Baodong

lines on the record: 619
first: 2010-03-18
most recent: 2013-07-17
sittings or episodes: 121
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“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Jan Kubis for his briefing. I also wish to thank Mr. Tanin, Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, for his statement. Currently, peacebuilding in Afghanistan is at a crucial juncture. As decided by the international Conference on Afghanistan held in Bonn in December 2011, Afghanistan will enter a transformation decade starting in 2015. The continuous promotion of the transitional process of peaceful reconstruction aimed at laying down a sound basis for the transformation decade is an important task that must be taken up by the people and the Government of Afghanistan. China welcomes the positive efforts made and the results achieved in national reconstruction by the Afghan Government.”
2012-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6735 (2012) · source
“As a permanent member of the Security Council, China stands ready to shoulder its full responsibilities, engage in patient and full consultation with all sides on an equal basis, and push for an early political settlement of the Syrian crisis.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“We call on the international community to create and support favourable conditions for Mr. Annan's good offices. No Chinese self-interests are involved on the issue of Syria. We do not favour any particular party, nor do we go out our way to oppose any party. China adheres to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and respects Syrian's sovereignty and the choices of the Syrian people. No external parties should engage in military intervention in Syria or push for regime change. China supports a leading role by the United Nations in coordinating humanitarian relief to help to alleviate the humanitarian situation in some regions of Syria. Through the International Committee of the Red Cross, China will provide $2 million in emergency humanitarian relief to the Syrian people.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The parties concerned in the international community must respect Syria's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, and create conditions for talks among the Syrian political parties. The crisis in Syria is very complex. Political mediation efforts will not succeed overnight. But we must persevere with tireless efforts. To that end, China has repeatedly deployed special envoys to engage with Syrian parties and to push for political talks. China supports a constructive role by United Nations-League of Arab States Joint Special Envoy Annan in finding a political solution to the Syrian crisis. We support the vigorous efforts by Arab countries and the Arab League in promoting a political settlement in the Syrian crisis. We value and welcome Mr. Annan's recent visit to Syria.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Any stagnation or setback to the Palestinian-Israeli peace talks can only bring about more turbulence and conflict. The more conflict there is and the more grim the situation becomes, the more that the international community should intensify its diplomatic efforts and push for an early resumption of talks between the two parties. China appreciates the efforts made by the Middle East Quartet. We support a greater role by Mr. Annan in achieving peace in the Middle East. China recently put forward a six-point proposal for a solution to the Syrian issue. We call on the Syrian Government and all parties concerned to cease all violence, immediately launch an inclusive political dialogue, and adopt through consultations, and put into practice as soon as possible, a detailed and comprehensive reform road map and time frame.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“The protection of civilians must follow international humanitarian law and other related international law, without any political motivations or purposes. China is against any interference in internal affairs in the name of humanitarianism. As always, China remains firmly committed to just Arab causes, including the just demands of the Palestinian people for the restoration of their legitimate national rights. China supports the establishment of a Palestinian State on the basis of the 1967 borders, with full sovereignty and independence, with East Jerusalem as its capital and with eventual peaceful coexistence between the two countries of Palestine and Israel. The peace process in the Middle East is currently at a stalemate. There was another increase in tension in Gaza last week. China is deeply worried about that development.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Thirdly, we must adhere to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the basic norms governing international relations, and respect the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the countries of the region. The international community can provide necessary constructive assistance for the efforts of countries to solve their internal crises through political means. China is against any attempt by external forces to engage in military intervention or push for regime change. Sanctions or the threat thereof are not conducive to a proper solution of these problems. Fourthly, Security Council resolutions must be strictly and comprehensively implemented. No party is to interpret them in any way it wants, let alone take action that exceeds Council mandates.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“First, we must respect the desires and demands of the peoples of the countries concerned for change and development, as well as respect their ownership over the management of their internal affairs and selecting their political systems and routes to development. The primary responsibility for resolving issues in the Middle East lies with the people of the Middle East themselves. They are the masters of their own destiny. Secondly, we hope that countries of the region will express their political aspirations through legal and non-violent means, resolve their differences through dialogue, consultation and other peaceful means, and achieve proper solutions through inclusive political processes. We call on all parties to avoid violence and military conflict and to restore stability and normal social order as soon as possible.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“At a time when the consequences of the international economic and financial crisis are still being felt, the people of the Middle East and North Africa, like the people of other regions of the world, also have demands for change and for the safeguarding of their self-interests. The reasons for the turbulence and changes in the Middle East and North Africa are multifaceted. In order to properly address those changes, we must engage in rational thinking and adopt a comprehensive and integrated approach to ensure the peace and stability of the region, in order that the people's demands will be met in a better and more orderly fashion. I should like to focus on four points.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the presence of Mr. William Hague, Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs of the United Kingdom, to preside over today's meeting. I also wish to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his statement. The situation in the Middle East is undergoing unprecedented changes. In some countries the situation is turbulent. That has of course caused widespread concern throughout the world. Developments in the situation in the Middle East have a major impact on world political and economic affairs. Without stability and development in that region, the recovery of the world economy will remain elusive and world peace will remain in serious jeopardy.”
2012-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6734 (2012) · source
“It is also our hope that the international community will fulfil its assistance commitments, improve the efficacy of its aid and provide constructive support to Haiti for its reconstruction and development. Thirdly, the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) is playing a significant role in maintaining peace and stability in Haiti. China thanks Special Representative Fernadez and MINUSTAH for their efforts and their contribution to the maintenance of security and stability in Haiti, and it hopes that MINUSTAH will actively implement its Security Council mandate and complete its drawdown as scheduled, while continuing to assist in maintaining security and stability, taking forward the political process and strengthening the rule of law and institution-building.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“We hope that the parties will seize the opportunity, strengthen unity, enhance mutual trust, settle disputes through consultations, form a new Government as soon as possible and consolidate the hard-won gains. Secondly, post-disaster reconstruction and development is the central task for Haiti. At present, recovery and reconstruction is slow. Problems such as poverty, unemployment, a weakened education system and poor infrastructure are so acute that they warrant great attention. The Haitian Government needs to be better able to bear the primary responsibility for development, improve governance, attract investment and create job opportunities.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Mariano Fernandez for his briefing. With support and help from the international community, Haiti has recently been actively carrying out post-disaster reconstruction, taking forward the political process, scaling up its national security and building institutions, showing considerable progress - which deserves our recognition. We also note that Haiti is still faced with grave challenges ahead in maintaining stability and promoting development - calling for greater efforts on the part both of Haiti and the international community. I wish to underscore the following points. First, political reconciliation is the key to the maintenance of peace and stability in Haiti. China is concerned by the current political situation in Haiti.”
2012-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6732 (2012) · source
“China will continue to work with the international community and to play a positive and constructive role in the proper settlement of the Syrian issue.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Instead, that may further complicate the situation. 9 China supports the amendments proposed by the Russian Federation and has noted that the Russian Foreign Minister will visit Syria next week. The request by some Council members for continued consultations on the draft resolution is reasonable. It is regrettable that these reasonable concerns were not taken into account. To put through a vote when parties are still seriously divided over the issue does not help maintain the unity and authority of the Security Council nor help to properly resolve the issue. In this context, China voted against the draft resolution. Syria is an important country in the Middle East. Peace and stability in Syria serve the common interests of the Syrian people and the international community.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“The actions of the Security Council on the Syrian issue should comply with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and help ease the tensions, help promote political dialogue and diffuse disputes, and help maintain peace and stability in the Middle East region, rather than complicate the issue. Under these principles, China participated actively in the consultations on the draft resolution and supported the efforts of the Arab League to facilitate a political settlement of the Syrian issue and to maintain stability in the region. Like many Council members, China maintains that under the current circumstances, to put undue emphasis on pressuring the Syrian Government for a prejudged result of the dialogue or to impose any solution will not help resolve the Syrian issue.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“We support the good-offices efforts of the Arab League to resolve the Syrian crisis so as to promote an early launch of an inclusive political process led by the Syrian people and in which all parties extensively participate, to peacefully resolve differences and disputes through dialogue and negotiations, and to restore stability in Syria. The international community should provide constructive assistance to help achieve these goals. At the same time, the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Syria should be fully respected.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China)(spoke in Chinese): The Security Council has just voted on the draft resolution on Syria (S/2012/77), and China voted against it. China has, all along, followed closely the developments in Syria. We call on all parties in Syria to stop the violence and in particular to avoid casualties among innocent civilians, to restore order in the country as soon as possible and to respect the request of the Syrian people for reform and for the safeguarding of their own interests. This is in the fundamental interest of Syria and its people.”
2012-02-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6711 (2012) · source
“China supports the draft resolution proposed by Russia on the Syrian issue and takes note of the new text that has been distributed by Morocco in the Security Council. China is ready to act in accordance with the aforementioned principled position, to engage actively and constructively in consultations, and to work with all parties concerned to push for an appropriate settlement of the Syrian issue through peaceful dialogue.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“China has repeatedly stressed that the actions of the Security Council on the Syrian issue should comply with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, help ease tensions in Syria, promote political dialogue and defuse disputes, and help maintain peace and stability in the Middle East region. In the meantime, China has consistently taken a cautious approach to sanctions. Sanctions, rather than assistance in resolving an issue, often lead to further complications of the situation. We firmly oppose the use of force to resolve the Syrian issue, as well as practices, such as forcibly pushing for regime change, that violate the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and the basic norms that govern international relations.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“China hopes to see a proper settlement of the Syrian crisis within the framework of the Arab League. We support the League's efforts to seek a political solution of the Syrian issue and to maintain stability in the region. We hope to see the success of its mediation efforts. The Arab League observer mission plays a significant role in helping the international community learn about the real situation in Syria. We attach importance to the report submitted by the that observer mission (S/2012/71, annex, enclosure 4). We hope the mission will continue to fulfil its mandate and carry out objective and impartial investigations. We call on the Syrian Government and other parties concerned to provide full cooperation to the mission in that regard.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“At the same time, an inclusive political process for the wide participation of all Syrian parties must be started without delay, to speed up reform and resolve differences and disputes peacefully through dialogue and consultations, so as to restore stability to Syria and to enable it to embark on the path of all-around development. We believe that Syria and its people are capable and resourceful enough to find a way to resolve their issues and to find a political system and a degree of economic growth suited to Syria's national conditions. The international community can play a positive and constructive role in this regard and can provide assistance for a peaceful political settlement of the Syrian issue through dialogue. Syria is a member of the Arab world.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I welcome to our meeting His Excellency Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jabr Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Qatar, the Secretary- General of the League of Arab States, and the Ambassador of Syria. I welcome their briefings to the Council. Syria is an important country in the Middle East. Its stability affects the security and stability of the entire Middle East region. Like other members of the Security Council, China has closely followed the developments in Syria. China is of the view that the Syrian people's request for reform and safeguarding their interests should be respected. It is imperative to put an immediate end to all violence in Syria and to stop the killing of innocent civilians.”
2012-01-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6710 (2012) · source
“We have consistently held that the building of an independent State is the legitimate right of the Palestinian people and is a basis for the implementation of the two-State solution. China supports the establishment of a fully sovereign, independent Palestinian State based on the 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital. China supports Palestinian membership in the United Nations. The Syrian-Israeli and Lebanonese-Israeli tracks are also important components of the Middle East peace process. A comprehensive solution to the Middle East issue is inextricably linked to peace negotiations between Syria and Israel and between Lebanon and Israel. China firmly supports the just cause of Lebanon and Syria to maintain their sovereignty and territorial integrity and recover their occupied territories.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706 (2012) · source
“China has always opposed Israel's establishment of Jewish settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem. We urge Israel to immediately cease settlement construction, to act prudently and to actively align itself with international efforts to promote peace so as to create conditions for the resumption of Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations. The security and humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territory, including Gaza, remains grim. China hopes that the relevant parties will exercise restraint, avoid any escalation of tensions in Gaza, effectively implement the relevant United Nations resolutions and fully lift the blockade of Gaza. China has always supported the just cause of the Palestinian people as they work to regain their legitimate national rights.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706 (2012) · source
“China welcomes and supports any and all measures that would help to break the current deadlock in the Palestinian-Israeli negotiations and relaunch the dialogue. We appreciate the recent efforts of Jordan and the Middle East Quartet to facilitate direct contact between the parties. We hope that the relevant efforts to promote peace will help to ensure the early resumption of the Palestinian-Israeli peace negotiations and achieve substantive results. China supports a greater role for the Security Council in resolving the Middle East issue. Israel's settlement activities are a major obstacle to the resumption of Palestinian-Israeli peace negotiations. China expresses its serious concern at Israel's recent approval of plans to build new settlements.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I welcome His Excellency Mr. Ebrahim, the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of South Africa, and thank him for presiding over today's open debate. I also thank Assistant Secretary-General Fernandez-Taranco for his briefing. I have listened attentively to the statements delivered by the observer of Palestine and the representative of Israel. The Middle East peace process is currently at an impasse, which is a source of great concern to China. We consistently advocate the settlement of disputes through political negotiations on the basis of the relevant resolutions of the United Nations, the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative and the road map for peace in the Middle East, with a view to ultimately realizing an independent Palestinian State living in peace with Israel.”
2012-01-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6706 (2012) · source
“We support an improvement of the United Nations sanctions regime on the basis of extensive consultations so as to improve its credibility and procedures and to establish effective monitoring mechanisms, strict criteria and defined timelines. Sanctions should be carried out only on the basis of facts and evidence. Double standards must be avoided. Impacts on civilian lives and on socio-economic development must be minimized.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“We condemn all violations of human rights and humanitarian law. We support penalizing those who commit serious international crimes such as genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity. We believe also that peace and justice should facilitate and complement each other. Since peace is a universal value, it represents the fundamental aspiration of all nations. The pursuit of justice should promote rather than interfere with peace processes and facilitate rather than hinder national reconciliation. The problem of impunity can be resolved only in a situation of decreased tensions and political stability. Fifthly, caution is called for in the meting out of sanctions.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In such countries, the effectiveness, sustainability and continuity of the rule of law must be ensured and efforts made to ensure coordination between the rule of law and political processes, economic development and national reconciliation. The sovereignty of those countries must be respected. Efforts must be devoted to their capacity-building, and the specific and unique situation of each country should be respected. Only in this way can efforts to develop the rule of law meet the requirements of such countries. Fourthly, the relationship between the maintenance of peace and the pursuit of justice must be addressed in an appropriate manner, as there has been increased activity in the field of international criminal justice, and issues relating to peace and justice are receiving increased attention.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“Conflicts are inevitable when countries with different historical and cultural backgrounds, different political, economic and social regimes and varied levels of development endeavour to achieve their aspirations. The rule of law has therefore become a requirement in the achievement of peaceful settlements. Chapter VI of the Charter provides a number of modalities for the peaceful settlement of conflicts, and we support the legitimate right of countries to seek such a peaceful settlement. Thirdly, the development of the rule of law in countries in conflict or post-conflict situations should be addressed in a comprehensive and holistic manner. The development of the rule of law is pivotal to the achievement of peace and to peacebuilding in countries in conflict and post-conflict situations. However, that is not the only important aspect.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“In the conduct of international relations and international affairs, adherence to the Charter and to other fundamental principles of international law, such as respect for national sovereignty, non- interference in internal affairs and the fulfilment of international obligations in earnest, represents the essence of the promotion of the international rule of law. Under the Charter, Security Council resolutions constitute an integral part of the international rule of law, whose promotion requires the strict implementation of Council resolutions by Member States. It does not allow for arbitrary distortions or extensive interpretations of the contents of resolutions, even less the option of action beyond the mandate provided in such resolutions. Secondly, diversity has become the predominant fundamental reality in today's world.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like at the outset to thank the Secretary- General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, for his briefing. On the question of justice and the rule of law, I should like to emphasize the following points. First, the Charter of the United Nations and the fundamental principles of international law enshrined therein should be upheld. The rule of law in international relations should be strengthened. The Charter and the principles of international law enshrined therein constitute the core of the rule of law in international relations and the bedrock for its development.”
2012-01-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6705 (2012) · source
“China welcomes those recommendations and hopes that the Security Council will respond positively to them. China remains concerned at the serious humanitarian situation in Somalia. We appreciate the relief efforts undertaken by the international humanitarian organizations operating there and urge all parties concerned fully to cooperate with the international community in that respect. We call upon the international community to continue to provide Somalia with more effective support.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“China appreciates the contributions made by the United Nations, the African Union, other international and regional organizations and the Governments of Uganda, Burundi, Kenya, Ethiopia and Djibouti. We hope that Somalia's TFG can take effective measures to bring about peace and stability in the area under its control. The African Union is playing a crucial role in addressing Somalia's problems. The United Nations should attach great importance to its requests and recommendations. The AU recently adopted a strategic concept for the future operations of AMISOM. that calls for an increase in its troop strength, an expansion of its areas of responsibility and an increase in United Nations logistical support, which will help to promote peace and stability in Somalia.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“The international community should also provide greater support to Somalia's Transitional Federal Government (TFG). The TFG should maintain its internal unity, which is important in order to ensure peace and stability in the country. China has noted that the Transitional Federal Parliament is facing a number of serious internal differences. We hope that all parties concerned can strengthen their communication and mutual trust, addressing their differences through dialogue so as to avert any unnecessary disruption in the peace process in Somalia. China welcomes the achievements registered by the Somali security forces and AMISOM. in their military operations.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“Somalia's security forces and the military operations of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) continue to produce significant results. The areas under Al-Shabaab control continue to diminish in size. The international community has paid greater attention and made greater inputs into the situation in Somalia. We now face a rare historic window of opportunity to address the question of Somalia. At the same time, we should also be aware of the serious challenges facing Somalia in the political, security and humanitarian spheres. Effectively implementing the road map is key to lasting peace and stability in Somalia. All parties concerned in Somalia should take advantage of the current favourable opportunity by fully implementing the road map and concluding the transition on schedule.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I welcome you here today, Madam President, to preside over this meeting. I would like to thank Under- Secretary-General Lynn Pascoe; African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security Ramtane Lamamra; His Excellency Mr. Moses Wetangula, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kenya; and His Excellency Mr. Crispus Kiyonga, Minister of Defence of Uganda for their statements. I also welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan at our meeting today. There has been some progress in the current situation in Somalia. All parties in Somalia are continuing their efforts to implement the road map for the end of the transition. They have also taken important steps in drafting a constitution and reforming the Parliament.”
2012-01-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6701 (2012) · source
“We will continue to provide help to Afghanistan as our capacities permit, and we are willing to work together with the international community to contribute to the early realization of peace, stability and development of the country.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“China wishes to express its appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Staffan de Mistura for his outstanding work as the Special Representative of the Secretary- General. China has been committed to the development of a good-neighbourly relationship with Afghanistan. We attach importance to and take an active part in Afghan reconstruction. Our Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Yang Jiechi, led the Chinese delegation to the Bonn Conference, where he comprehensively elaborated on China's views and proposals regarding the situation in the country and announced an additional Â¥150 million in gratis assistance to Afghanistan.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Relevant regional cooperation initiatives should fully respect the sovereignty and autonomy of Afghanistan, involve the wide participation of countries of its region, respect the legitimate concerns of such countries and proceed on the basis of agreements reached after full consultations among all sides. Fifthly, China appreciates the positive efforts made by the United Nations to advance the peaceful reconstruction of Afghanistan. We hope that the review of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) will help to strengthen the central role of the United Nations in coordinating the efforts of the international community to assist Afghanistan. In the review process, we hope that the United Nations will strengthen coordination with Afghanistan and listen to and respect its views.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Thirdly, China supports Afghanistan in continuing with the Kabul process. The international community's efforts to improve the security situation in Afghanistan and the living standards of the Afghan people should complement each other. The parties concerned should effectively fulfil their commitment to assisting Afghanistan, support the country in developing its economy and enhance its capacity for sustainable development. Fourthly, China firmly supports Afghanistan's developing external relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, especially in strengthening good-neighbourly relations with countries of its region.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“In that regard, I would like to emphasize the following five points. First, China supports the peaceful reconstruction of an Afghanistan run and owned by Afghans. Afghanistan's gradual takeover of the responsibility for maintaining national security conforms to that principle. However, when drawing down troops, the parties concerned must ensure Afghanistan's security and proceed responsibly, while making efforts to help Afghanistan build capacity in the security area. Secondly, China supports the peace and reintegration process led by the Afghan Government. We welcome the decision of the Loya Jirga in that regard, and hope that Afghanistan will continue to work towards promoting national reconciliation and creating an environment favourable to it, in order to make progress with the peace and reintegration programme.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General Ladsous for his briefing and to welcome Deputy Foreign Minister Ludin to our meeting. I would also like to thank Mr. De Mistura for his briefing. The Bonn Conference on 5 December was a significant international event in Afghanistan's current period of transition. Its results were positive and decided that at the conclusion of transition in 2014, Afghanistan would enter the Transformation Decade of 2015-2024 and the international community would continue to help and support it. We welcome that decision. Achieving comprehensive stability and reconstruction in Afghanistan is a long-term process that will require the unremitting efforts of the Afghan people and their Government, as well as the continued support and help of the international community.”
2011-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6690 (2011) · source
“Some of the amendments proposed by China are reflected in the text of the resolution. However, we believe that there is still room for improvement. Regrettably, the rush to vote on the resolution resulted in its ultimate failure to reflect some of the major legitimate concerns of many members of the Security Council, including China. For example, the implementation of due diligence guidelines has not yet reached maturity, and the impact of its implementation on other issues has yet to be seen. The Security Council's Sanctions Committee should have studied and explored the issue further. 11-62209 It is for those reasons that China abstained in the voting on resolution 2023 (2011), which the Council has just adopted.”
2011-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6674Resumption1 (2011) · source
“China has all along adopted a prudent attitude towards sanctions, as we believe that, rather than achieving the expected results, sanctions may often lead to further complication of a situation and affect the economic development and livelihoods of the people in the countries in question. For that reason, China abstained in the voting on resolution 1907 (2009), which the Council adopted in 2009. China believes that the relevant actions by the Security Council with regard to the Horn of Africa should be conducive to improving relations among the countries of the region, the settling of disputes by the parties concerned through dialogue and negotiation, and the maintenance of regional peace and stability. In the context of that basic principle, China took an active and constructive role in consultations on the resolution.”
2011-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6674Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China has closely followed the situation in the Horn of Africa and understands the concerns of the relevant countries about the security situation in the region. We oppose all words and acts that may jeopardize regional peace and stability. China always supports the settlement of African issues in African ways by Africa. We stand for solidarity among African countries and for the appropriate settlement of their disputes through dialogue and negotiation. We hope that the African Union and other regional organizations will play a positive role in that regard. We will continue to firmly support the constructive efforts made by the relevant countries and regional organizations to maintain peace in the region. We will also continue to do what we can to offer our assistance.”
2011-12-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6674Resumption1 (2011) · source
“China appreciates the activities being carried out by the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) under the leadership of Special Representative Zarif and supports the Mission's continuing to play a positive role in maintaining peace and stability in Kosovo and the entire region of the Balkans.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“China has taken note of the resumption of talks between Serbia and Kosovo and hopes that the two parties will continue to settle their differences through negotiation. Against that background, we deplore the tension that has re-emerged in northern Kosovo. China is deeply concerned about the illicit trafficking in human organs. Any action that violates the norms of international law, and international humanitarian law in particular, is not to be condoned. Serbia's concern about the matter is justified. We support the United Nations carrying out investigations into the relevant cases.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“We hope that the European Union Rule of Law Mission and the International Security Force in Kosovo will play a constructive role in maintaining stability in the situation in northern Kosovo, as mandated by the resolutions of the Security Council. The situation in Kosovo bears on the peace and stability of the Balkan region and even of the entire European region. The sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia should be respected. Resolution 1244 (1999) is an important legal basis for the settlement of the question of Kosovo, which should be achieved within the framework of that resolution and by the parties themselves through dialogue, consultation, negotiation and other peaceful means.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source