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Li Baodong

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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 thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zarif for his briefing. I listened attentively to the statements by Foreign Minister Jeremie and Mr. Hoxhaj. For the last few days, the situation in northern Kosovo has remained tense. China is greatly concerned, as northern Kosovo is home to ethnic minorities. All parties should fully recognize the sensitivity and complexity that characterize the situation on the ground, address their differences with prudence and through dialogue and negotiation, and refrain from any action that may further aggravate tensions. China once again calls upon the parties concerned to take measures to ease the tension in northern Kosovo and prevent the further escalation of violence.”
2011-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6670 (2011) · source
“They should maintain coordination and synergy while avoiding duplication of effort that results in differences of opinion and wasted resources. Developing countries are constrained by their level of development and are particularly affected by the international economic and financial crisis. As a result, they face various difficulties in responding to challenges and threats. The international community should pay paramount attention to that issue and proactively provide financial and technical assistance to developing countries.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“The international community should strengthen its cooperation on the basis of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and its Kyoto Protocol so as to face the challenge together. China has always participated proactively and constructively in the negotiations and international cooperation on climate change, and called for climate change to be addressed in the framework of sustainable development, in accordance with the principles of fairness and common but differentiated responsibilities. In addressing these new challenges, the various United Nations entities need to carry out their work in accordance with the mandated division of labour, their comparative advantages and the provisions of the United Nations Charter.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“The Security Council should continue to pay attention to the issue of transnational organized crime from the perspective of prevention and conflict resolution. In conflict and post-conflict situations, the tasks of preventing and treating HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases are particularly arduous. In that respect, the World Health Organization (WHO) has played a very important lead role in recent years. While considering the particular situations on its agenda and devising well-formulated plans for post- conflict reconstruction, security sector reform and the reintegration of former combatants, the Security Council should give due consideration to the need to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases, in close cooperation with the WHO. Climate change is a serious common challenge to all of humankind.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“In recent years, the Security Council has adopted several important resolutions on combating terrorism and preventing proliferation, which have made important contributions to promoting international cooperation, to combating terrorism and to strengthening the international system to prevent proliferation. The Security Council has also organized thematic debates on how such issues as transnational organized crime, drug trafficking, development, HIV/AIDS and climate change affect international peace and security. Some consensus has been reached. Transnational organized crime often intertwines with drug trafficking and terrorism. It aggravates illicit financing and arms trafficking, thereby affecting the security, stability and economic development of countries and regions in conflict.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“The two categories are often interrelated and mutually reinforcing. China therefore appreciates Portugal's initiative in convening today's meeting, which will help the international community to increase its awareness of the new challenges. Faced with various global security threats and challenges, the international community should strengthen multilateral cooperation and respond through collective action, while adhering to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. The United Nations and the Security Council can play their due roles, pursuant to the Charter and the relevant division of labour.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank you, Foreign Minister Portas, for presiding over today's meeting. I would also like to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his statement, and the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Mr. Fedotov; United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Mr. Guterres; and the Director-General of the World Health Organization, Ms. Chan, for their respective briefings. The world is undergoing deep and complicated development and change. Traditional security issues, such as conflict, wars and territorial disputes, endure, while non-traditional security issues, such as poverty, backwardness, terrorism, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, transnational organized crime and internet security issues, have also come to the fore.”
2011-11-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6668 (2011) · source
“Fifthly, it is imperative to abandon the practice of selectivity and double-standards. Many Member States have consistently called on the Security Council to adhere to the principle of fairness and equity and to attach equal importance to all issues on its agenda involving the protection of civilians - including the situations in the Gaza Strip, Somalia, Afghanistan and Iraq. China endorses that view. Selectivity and double- standards only undermine the role and authority of the Security Council.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“In such cases, the principle of protection of civilians is distorted to mean that force can be used on a large scale, that infrastructure and residential areas may be bombarded and that casualties among women and children are acceptable. Those are all legitimate concerns of the international community, and the questions they raise demand answers. The protection of civilians falls within the realm of humanitarianism. There should be no political motives or purposes involved, including regime change. For that reason, how to strictly and effectively monitor the implementation of Security Council resolutions has become an important and urgent issue. China welcomes and will carefully study the concept paper proposed by Brazil and actively supports discussions considering that concept paper.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“China has always advocated the peaceful settlement of conflicts. However advanced weapons may be and however precise strikes may be, civilian casualties are inevitable. Experience has shown that Security Council action to protect civilians requires serious and careful discussion. There should be strict provisions on the mandate, implementing parties and implementing conditions. If many questions remain to be clarified, the Security Council should not rush to take action until those questions are answered. Fourthly, Security Council resolutions should be fully and strictly implemented. Resolutions must be implemented in full and to the letter. No party should wilfully misinterpret resolutions, let alone take action that goes beyond the mandate given by the Security Council.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“Secondly, action to protect civilians must comply with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, especially the principles of non-interference in countries' internal affairs and of respect for the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of States. Such action must be authorized by the Security Council and be undertaken in an orderly manner under the framework of the United Nations. It should also focus on pressing for the early conclusion of a ceasefire, resolving conflicts through dialogue, negotiation and other political means, and supporting the good offices and mediation efforts of relevant parties, including those of regional organizations and the Secretary-General, rather than the other way around. Thirdly, the protection of civilians through the use of force should be authorized with extreme caution.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“Civilians make up the majority of the victims of war, and they are the most directly affected. Violence against civilians in armed conflict is unacceptable. Human life is the most precious thing. Innocent civilians in armed conflicts, especially women and children, must be protected effectively. Governments bear the primary responsibility in that regard. Other parties involved in a conflict, including those who intervene, whether domestic or foreign forces, are also duty-bound to protect civilians and must abide by international humanitarian law and other relevant international law. They must fulfil their obligations with regard to protecting civilians.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“In particular, the recent practice of the Security Council has triggered a new round of debate and reflection in the international community. This meeting, which is being held at the initiative of Portugal, is no doubt very timely and important. For that, I wish to express my great appreciation. It is imperative for the Security Council to engage in a thorough consideration and comprehensive debate on the issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict. It is also necessary to take seriously the views of non-members of the Council and to act in a manner that better reflects the will of all States Members of the United Nations. The protection of civilians is, first and foremost, the responsibility of the relevant Government and parties to a conflict.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like once again to congratulate Portugal on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I also thank President Cavaco Silva for his presence at today's open debate. I also wish to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his statement. And I listened attentively to the statements by Ms. Pillay, High Commissioner for Human Rights, by Ms. Bragg, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, and by Mr. Spoerri, of the International Committee of the Red Cross. Over the past few years, the Security Council has held many open debates on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Broad consensus has been achieved, but there are still differing views on some issues.”
2011-11-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6650 (2011) · source
“China appreciates the leading role of UN-Women and looks forward to its greater contribution to the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000).”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“In safeguarding the rights and interests of women and enhancing their role in peace and security, specific national conditions and historical and cultural differences must be fully taken into account. A uniform approach is not desirable. Fourthly, in advancing the agenda of women, peace and security, the relevant United Nations organs should collaborate while working in their respective spheres of competence. The Council should, in accordance with its Charter mandate, focus its attention on situations that threaten international peace and security. At the same time, the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) also requires organs such as the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council and the Human Rights Council to fully play their roles.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Secondly, ensuring the participation of women in conflict resolution and prevention and in rehabilitation and reconstruction is an important part of the efforts to implement resolution 1325 (2000). China supports a bigger role for women in good offices and dispute mediation. We hope the Secretary-General will appoint more female special representatives and special envoys, and we hope to see greater participation by women in United Nations good offices and mediation concerning major international and regional hotspots. Thirdly, in conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction, the national ownership of the government and people concerned must be respected. The international community can provide constructive help, but it must adhere to the United Nations Charter and the principle of non-interference in internal affairs.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“However, there remains a lot to do in comprehensively implementing that resolution. I wish to emphasize four points. First, to avoid and reduce the harm suffered by women in armed conflict, it is first necessary to prevent war and reduce conflicts. The Security Council bears the primary responsibility of maintaining international peace and security. To safeguard women's rights and interests, the Council should conduct active preventive diplomacy and promote the use of means such as dialogue, consultations and negotiations for the peaceful settlement of disputes. Council resolutions, especially its mandate for civilian protection, should be strictly implemented so as to avoid more casualties among women and children.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China appreciates the efforts of Nigeria to convene today's open debate. I wish to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his statement. I also listened carefully to the statements by Madam Bachelet, Executive Director of UN-Women, Ambassador Kapambwe, Permanent Representative of Zambia and President of the Economic and Social Council, and Ms. Nemat of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security. Women are vulnerable in conflict situations and therefore require special attention. Women can make unique contributions to the maintenance of international peace and security, and their potentials must be further tapped. The Security Council's adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) was important progress in the efforts of the international community to protect women's rights and interests.”
2011-10-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6642 (2011) · source
“To achieve a comprehensive, lasting and just peace in the Middle East, there must be progress on all tracks of the peace process, including the talks between Lebanon and Israel and between Israel and Syria. All parties concerned should create conditions for diplomatic negotiations with a view to ending the confrontations and tensions that have plagued this region for too long.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“We hope that all parties concerned will work together for the early resumption of talks and the achievement of substantive results in that context. China is in favour of the Council's playing a greater role in connection with the question of the Middle East. China was among the first to recognize the State of Palestine. We have always been supportive of Palestine's just cause to establish an independent State. We support the vision of two States realized through political negotiations and the establishment of a fully sovereign, independent State of Palestine based on the 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital. China supports Palestine's membership in the United Nations.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“China welcomes the recent agreement between the two sides on the exchange of prisoners, and we appreciate the mediation efforts made by countries such as Egypt and Germany in that respect. China hopes that both sides will seize this opportunity to continue to take constructive steps to ease tensions and minimize differences in order to restart the peace talks. Efforts to solve the Middle East problem require the strong support and help of the international community. China welcomes and supports all efforts aimed at minimizing differences and promoting the relaunching of dialogue and negotiations. On 26 October, the Quartet will hold talks with Palestine and Israel separately on the resumption of direct talks.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“We hope that all of the parties concerned will demonstrate political will, and, 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, settle disputes between Palestine and Israel by political and diplomatic means, so that the two countries can coexist in peace. The issue of Israel's settlements is the direct cause of the current impasse in the peace talks and a major obstacle to their resumption. China deeply regrets the recent decision of Israel in connection with new settlements in East Jerusalem, to which we are opposed. We urge Israel to put an end to that project, to cooperate actively with international peace efforts so as to create conditions for building confidence between the two sides and break the present impasse.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China is deeply saddened at the major loss of life and property suffered by Turkey during the earthquake that struck its eastern region. My Prime Minister, Mr. Wen Jiabao, has already conveyed our condolences to the Prime Minister of Turkey, and China is ready to extend a helping hand. I should like to thank Mr. Lynn Pascoe, Under- Secretary-General for Political Affairs, for his briefing. I also listened very carefully to the statement made by the representatives of Palestine and Israel. The Middle East peace process is currently at an impasse, which is a source of great concern to China.”
2011-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6636 (2011) · source
“The United Nations should also strengthen its coordination and communications with the relevant regional and subregional organizations. China supports the draft presidential statement submitted by Nigeria.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Thirdly, SSR should support a comprehensive peacekeeping and peacebuilding strategy. SSR should be well-coordinated with, and complement the efforts to promote, reconciliation, rehabilitate the economy, promote the rule of law and protect human rights. Fourthly, SSR should benefit from the mediation efforts of the international community. The United Nations should draw on years of successful peacekeeping and peacebuilding experience to formulate a comprehensive strategy to help the countries concerned in conducting SSR and act as a good coordinator. The General Assembly, the Security Council, the Economic and Social Council, the Peacebuilding Commission and the Secretariat should pull together and build synergies.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“I would like to focus on the following points. First, SSR should be based on the leadership of the countries concerned and fully take into account their national circumstances and special needs. The efforts of the international community should focus on providing assistance and advice and helping those countries enhance their capacity-building efforts. Such efforts should also respect their will. Secondly, SSR should serve the purpose of the long-term stability and security of the countries concerned and their sustainable development. It should focus on restoring law and order through reforms and ensuring stability and security for the people. Moreover, SSR should enable armed forces and the police and other sectors to participate in national institution-building to maintain social order and to promote economic development.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China appreciates Nigeria's initiative to hold this debate on the maintenance of international peace and security and security sector reform (SSR). I welcome His Excellency Mr. Olugbenga Ashiru, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, to our meeting today to lead our debate. I also welcome the statement made by Under-Secretary-General Ladsous. SSR is a part of the United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts. Over the years, the United Nations has made positive efforts to assist post-conflict countries in SSR, in particular African countries, producing good results. As United Nations peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations evolve, how to assist the countries concerned in conducting SSR more effectively and viably is an important topic facing the international community.”
2011-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6630 (2011) · source
“China therefore voted against it. Syria is an important country in the Middle East. The maintenance of peace and stability in Syria serves the common interests of the Syrian people and the international community. Along with the international community, China is willing to play a positive and constructive role in appropriately resolving the question of Syria. We will continue to support the mediation efforts of the relevant countries and organizations in the region.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“At the moment, the Security Council has before it two draft resolutions. One, which China supports, advocates respect for the sovereignty of Syria and resolving the crisis there through political dialogue. With regard to the other draft resolution, which the Council considered today, like quite a few other Council members, China believes that, under the current circumstances, sanctions or the threat thereof does not help to resolve the question of Syria and, instead, may further complicate the situation. Regrettably and disappointingly, this major and legitimate concern did not receive due attention from the sponsors. As it now stands, the draft resolution focuses solely on exerting pressure on Syria, even threatening to impose sanctions. It does not help to facilitate the easing of the situation in Syria.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“Whether the Security Council takes further action on the question of Syria should depend upon whether it would facilitate the easing of tension in Syria, help to defuse differences through political dialogue and contribute to the maintenance of peace and stability in the Middle East. Most important, is should depend upon whether it complies with the Charter of the United Nations and the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of States - which has a bearing upon the security and survival of 11-52974 developing countries, in particular small and medium- sized countries, as well as on world peace and stability. The Chinese Government's position on those questions has been consistent and firm. On that basis, China has always participated positively and constructively in the consultations on the relevant draft resolutions.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): China is highly concerned about the developments in Syria. We call on the various parties in Syria to exercise restraint and to avoid more bloodshed and all forms of violence. We hope that the Syrian Government will implement commitments to reform. We also hope that a Syrian-led and inclusive political process will be launched as soon as possible, so as to facilitate the early easing of tension there. The international community should provide constructive assistance to facilitate the achievement of the objectives I have mentioned. In the meantime, it should fully respect Syria's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.”
2011-10-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6627 (2011) · source
“Fourthly, in assisting Libya in its reconstruction, the United Nations and the Security Council should play a leading role in accordance with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. On the basis of these four principles, China voted in favour of resolution 2009 (2011), just adopted. China will continue to support the Libyan people in their efforts to safeguard national sovereignty, rebuild their country and pursue development.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6620 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): Over the past few days, China has repeatedly emphasized that, in addressing the Libyan issue, we must adhere to the following four principles. First, stability and order should be restored to the country as soon as possible, in the interests of Libya and the international community. Secondly, the aspirations and choices of the Libyan people must be respected. Libya's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity must be genuinely respected. The future and national affairs of the country should be decided by the Libyans themselves. Thirdly, an inclusive political process should be launched as soon as possible. National reconciliation should be promoted, enabling Libya to embark swiftly on the path of national reconciliation and development.”
2011-09-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6620 (2011) · source
“China is deeply concerned with the increasing famine in Somalia and welcomes the emergency aid efforts of international humanitarian agencies. We urge the parties in Somalia to fully cooperate with the aid efforts of the international community. China has donated $16 million to support the efforts of the World Food Programme on the famine in Somalia. We call on the international community to continue to provide further assistance to Somalia.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“Secondly, in order to support the efforts of the African Union to resolve the question of Somalia, we hope that the Security Council will attach great importance to the requests and recommendations of the African Union Peace and Security Council on resolving the issue of Somalia and respond positively. AMISOM plays a vital role in maintaining security and stability in Somalia. China supports the extension of AMISOM's mandate and calls on the international community, in particular the United Nations, to intensify its support to AMISON by providing greater logistical, technical and financial support. At the same time, we also support the Security Council in positively considering the deployment of a peacekeeping operation in Somalia at an appropriate time. Thirdly, every effort must be made to help Somalia address its humanitarian crisis.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“Parties in Somalia and in the international community should now focus on the following efforts. First, they should take advantage of the window of opportunity to vigorously promote the peace process. The concrete implementation of the road map drafted at the consultative meeting on ending the transition phase is the top priority for the next phase of work. It also holds the key to achieving peace and stability in Somalia. China hopes that the parties in Somalia can make use of the current favourable momentum to further strengthen unity, increase mutual trust and strengthen capacity-building in order to ensure the smooth implementation of the road map. The international community should continue to assist the Transitional Federal Institutions through enhanced capacity-building and provide greater support to Somalia's peace process.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“Good intentions have been shown by various parties in Somalia to build lasting peace and identify the actions necessary to strengthen the peace process in the country. Military operations by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and the National Security Force have resulted in important achievements and improved the security situation in Somalia. China welcomes this development and appreciates the contributions of international and regional organizations, such as the United Nations and the African Union, as well as the contributions of the Governments of Uganda, Ethiopia and Burundi. It should be noted that the peace process in Somalia still has a long way to go and faces arduous tasks. The recent famine in Somalia has led to a severe humanitarian crisis.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Mr. Mahiga, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, for his briefing and his contributions to furthering the peace process in Somalia. I also welcome Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali of the Transitional Federal Government and His Excellency Mr. Diarra, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union for Somalia, to this meeting. Progress has been made recently in the peace process and security situation in Somalia, including the signing of the Kampala Accord and the successful consultative meeting convened in Mogadishu, as well as in the transition process.”
2011-09-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6614 (2011) · source
“In the current circumstances, it is more important than ever to continue to work steadfastly towards dialogue and negotiation in order to arrive at a proper solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, since that will contribute materially to the maintenance of peace and stability in the Middle East. China is confident that, so long as all parties concerned display belief and patience, take a flexible and pragmatic approach, work on bringing positive elements to bear and take the initiative to build up mutual trust, progress will be made in the conduct of dialogue and negotiations.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“China notes the latest report of the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Iran's nuclear issues. China has always believed that, as a State party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, Iran enjoys the right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy and should fulfil its international obligations. At the same time, China hopes that Iran and the IAEA can maintain and strengthen their dialogue and cooperation and achieve effective solutions to the relevant problems, with a View to strengthening the international community's confidence in the peaceful nature of the Iranian nuclear programme.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“Meanwhile, we also expect the Panel of Experts to continue to carry out its work under the leadership of the Committee, as mandated by resolution 1737 (2006), in an objective and prudent manner in order to truly facilitate its comprehensive and effective implementation. China has consistently believed that dialogue and negotiations are the only way to achieve a comprehensive, lasting and appropriate settlement of the issue of Iran's nuclear capabilities and to meet the common interests of the international community. We hope that all parties will move towards each other, address difficulties, intensify their diplomatic efforts, use innovative thinking and adopt new measures to foster mutual trust and create the conditions for the appropriate settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I should like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I also thank the Ambassador of India and his team for their important contribution to the smooth conduct of the Council's work last month. I also wish to thank Ambassador Osorio for his report on the activities of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) over the past 90 days, and to commend the many activities that the Committee has carried out under his leadership. China has always attached importance to the work of the Committee, and will continue to provide active support.”
2011-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6607 (2011) · source
“China is encouraged by the recent progress made during the dialogue between Serbia and Kosovo. We urge both parties to keep up the momentum and endeavour to find a mutually acceptable solution at an early date. China commends the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo for its efforts to carry out its mandate under difficult circumstances, and we support the Mission's continuing contribution to maintaining regional peace and stability. We hope that the relevant regional organizations will continue to play a positive and constructive role in properly addressing the question of Kosovo. China is deeply concerned at the illicit trafficking in human organs in Kosovo. No action in violation of international law and international humanitarian standards can be tolerated. Serbia's concern at such cases is fully justified.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“We are of the view that the parties concerned should exercise caution and resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiations and should refrain from taking any unilateral action that could change the current status of the region and escalate the present situation. The question of Kosovo has a direct bearing on peace and stability in the Balkans and Europe at large. China believes that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia should be respected. Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) serves as the important legal basis for resolving the question of Kosovo. The question of Kosovo should be settled in the framework of relevant resolutions and through peaceful means such as dialogue, consultations and negotiations among the parties concerned.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“Mr. Li Baodong (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank the Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Farid Zarif, for his briefing. I welcome the presence of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia, Mr. Jeremie, at today's meeting. I listened very attentively to the statement by Mr. Hoxhaj. Recently, the situation in Kosovo has generally remained stable, yet it is still sensitive and fragile. The situation in northern Kosovo where ethnic minorities live is particularly complex. China is gravely concerned at the recent tension in northern Kosovo.”
2011-08-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6604 (2011) · source
“Fifthly, there should be better coordination between the Security Council on the one hand, and the troop-contributing countries (TCCs) and the Secretariat on the other. At all stages of the establishment and implementation of peacekeeping operations, the Council should pay attention to maintaining regular consultations with the TCCs. We support closer partnerships between the Council on the one hand and the troop contributors and the Secretariat on the other. We hope the Secretariat will continue to provide relevant information to the TCCs in a timely and accurate manner. We also support the United Nations in improving the partnerships with the countries concerned and with regional organizations in particular in supporting the peacekeeping efforts of the African Union and in supporting the latter and improving its capacity.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“We should also respect the sovereignty of the countries concerned and do more to improve the political process and national reconciliation and give full play to the political advantage of the United Nations. Fourthly, we should improve capacity-building for United Nations peacekeeping operations. We hope that countries able to do so will increase their input and provide the necessary resources and technical guarantees for peacekeeping operations. We support greater attention to strategic design in peacekeeping operations, greater communications and coordination with the countries concerned, improvement of logistic mechanisms and optimizing resource allocation, and improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of peacekeeping operations, including their deployment, planning and management.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Peacekeeping is an important component of the peacemaking exercise, and greater attention should be given and greater efforts be made to address the issues at the root of conflicts, including issues relating to economic and social development. In peacekeeping it is imperative to formulate and gradually improve transition and exit strategies and to improve dovetailing with peacebuilding. The third matter is effective implementation of the mandate for the protection of civilians. In carrying out this mandate in peacekeeping operations, there should be stricter observance of Security Council resolutions and the principle of neutrality by avoiding siding with one particular party or becoming a party to the conflict. Much less should we cause more civilian casualties while implementing this mandate.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source
“Lately United Nations peacekeeping operations have been growing in scale, with ever-Wider mandates and increasing challenges. I want to focus on the following. First, it is imperative to continue to adhere to Dag Hammarskjold's three principles governing peacekeeping. They constitute the premise and the foundation for the smooth conduct of United Nations peacekeeping operations, and they must be adhered to. On that basis, China approves and supports the adoption of a prudent and responsible attitude in light of developments and the necessary development and improvement of the peacekeeping theories and practices. 11-48151 Secondly, greater attention should be given to integrated coordination between peacekeeping and peacebuilding.”
2011-08-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6603 (2011) · source