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Liu J Ieyi

lines on the record: 144
first: 2013-08-28
most recent: 2014-08-15
sittings or episodes: 26
sources: un-security-council

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“In order to effectively combat and prevent nuclear, biological and chemical terrorism, the international community should seize the opportunity of the tenth anniversary of resolution 1540 (2004) to take stock of experience and lessons learned. In that regard, I wish to make the following three points. First, a comprehensive approach to address both the symptoms and root causes is necessary. Only by securing international and regional peace and security and achieving sound economic and social development in all nations will the hotbeds ofterrorism and extremism be eliminated and the motivation of non-State actors in acquiring weapons of mass destruction be discouraged.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“China has also actively participated in non-proliferation exchanges and cooperation under the frameworks of resolution 1540 (2004), the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Regional Forum, and has endeavoured to fully integrate the resolution into its non-proliferation mechanism and legal system. At present, the international and regional security situation is facing profound transformation. Traditional and non-traditional security elements are interlinked. Non-traditional factors are increasing, while terrorism and extremism threats remain unabated. International non-proliferation efforts have a long way to go.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“Starting with the two important links of legislation and enforcement and taking into consideration international practices, China has established a complete set of laws and regulations on export controls for nuclear, biological, chemical and missile materials and technology and has continued to improve the export-control mechanims in that regard. Over the past 10 years, China has actively participated in the work of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004). In accordance with the requirements of resolution 1540 (2004), it has submitted three national reports on implementation, which describe in detail the Chinese Government's efforts to prevent and combat proliferation by non-State actors.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“China will seek to form a community that shares a common destiny and will advocate that all parties involved seek mutual benefits and interests in common security. That position reflects China's concept of international security and is the fundamental principle of China's participation in international security affairs in general and in global non-proliferation governance in particular. As a permanent member of the Council, China has always taken a highly responsible approach to issues of non-proliferation.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“International cooperation and collaboration for non-proliferation have been growing deeper. China attaches great importance to the governance of non-proliferation at the global level. During the Nuclear Security Summit in the Hague in March, President Xi J inping of China put forward China's approach to nuclear security, which will make a significant contribution to the promotion of the peaceful uses of nuclear energy and to combating nuclear terrorism. President Xi Jinping also gave an important speech on the overall national security approach in mid-April, emphasizing that China must attach importance to both external and internal security. China must emphasize both development and security. China will pay attention not only to its own security but also to collective security.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): China appreciates the Korean initiative to convene this public debate commemorating the tenth anniversary of resolution 1540 (2004). China also welcomes Foreign Minister Yun to preside over today's meeting of the Council. I also thank Deputy Secretary-General Eliasson for his briefing. As the first Security Council resolution devoted to non-proliferation, resolution 1540 (2004) is a milestone in the prevention of nuclear, biological and chemical terrorism. Over the past ten years, thanks to the joint efforts of the international community, the international consensus on non-proliferation has been deepened. International mechanisms for non-proliferation based on multilateralism have been improved. National capacity-building for non-proliferation has been scaled up.”
2014-05-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7169 (2014) · source
“The four-party talks in Geneva among the Russian Federation, the United States, the European Union and Ukraine agreed on the need to take measures to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine. We hope that the parties concerned will stick to dialogue and consultations, effectively implement the agreements reached, forcefully promote the process of political settlement and achieve stability and development in Ukraine as soon as possible. China calls on all parties to seek a political settlement to the question of Ukraine through dialogue, not confrontation. We will continue to support international good offices that will help to de-escalate the situation and promote a political settlement.”
2014-05-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7167 (2014) · source
“We hope that the parties concerned will proceed from the need to safeguard the fundamental interests of various ethnic groups in Ukraine, maintain regional peace and stability, keep calm, exercise restraint and avoid further deterioration of the situation. A political solution is the only way out of the crisis in Ukraine. A fundamental settlement to the crisis in Ukraine needs to take into consideration the history and the reality, and accommodate the legitimate rights, interests and aspirations of various regions and ethnic groups within Ukraine, as well as the legitimate concerns of all parties, so as to achieve a balance of their interests. For some time, various parties, including China, have worked actively to promote peace and facilitate negotiations.”
2014-05-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7167 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to congratulate the Republic of Korea on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month and to express appreciation to the Ambassador of Nigeria and her team for their outstanding leadership of the work of the Council last month. I also wish to thank Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Feltman for his briefing. In recent days, the situation in some areas in south- eastern Ukraine has been characterized by ongoing tensions and escalation that have resulted in casualties. That is a matter of deep concern to China. China has indicated on many occasions its principled position on the question of Ukraine.”
2014-05-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7167 (2014) · source
“The international community should muster strengthened confidence, persevere in the direction of the political settlement and encourage all Syrian parties, in the spirit of the Geneva communique (S/2012/523, annex), to start another round of negotiations as soon as possible in order to achieve a settlement that suits the specific situation of Syria and addresses the concerns of all parties. On the question of Syria, China has always pushed for peace talks, promoted a political settlement and adopted a balanced approach in engaging both parties to the conflict. China attaches importance to the overall and long- term interests of the people of Syria, seeks to maintain peace and stability in the Middle East, and upholds the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the basic norms of international relations.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“China is highly concerned and remains of the view that war is not an option - violence only begets hatred. The top priority is for all Syrian parties to place the interests of the nation and the country above everything else, end the violence and hostilities as soon as possible, promote an inclusive political transition and comprehensively implement resolutions 2118 (2013) and 2139 (2014) in order to achieve an early political settlement of the question of Syria.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“It emphasized that peaceful coexistence between Palestine and Israel is the right direction to take to settle the issues between Palestine and Israel; peace talks represent the only realistic path to peace; the principle of land-for-peace is an important basis for promoting the Middle East peace process; and international support constitutes an important guarantee of progress in the peace talks. That four-point proposal fully reflects the Chinese Government's sincere will and practical effort in promoting the Middle East peace process. China will continue to promote the peace talks through various channels and measures in view of strengthening its contribution to peace in the Middle East. The present situation in Syria remains volatile. The people of Syria continue to suffer. The political process is encountering difficulties.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“In the current situation, the prompt release of Palestinian prisoners, a halt to the construction of Jewish settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, the lifting of the blockade against Gaza and ending the violence against innocent civilians are imperative to maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the peace talks. Meanwhile, internal reconciliation and improved unity in Palestine will contribute to the goal of an independent Palestinian State. Palestine and Israel should become more proactive and positive in their approach towards the peace talks and the peace process. China has always attached importance to the question of the Middle East and has made consistent efforts to promote the peace process. One year ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping provided a four-point proposal for settling the question of Palestine.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“One must push forward, or otherwise risk being pushed backwards. Peace must be built; it will not self-construct. Peace talks require proactive efforts. Biding for time is not an option. For Palestine, mutual recognition of the other party's right to exist is an important prerequisite. Mutual accommodation of the other party's concerns is essential. For Palestine and Israel, mutual recognition of the other party's right to exist is an important prerequisite; mutual accommodation of the other party's reasonable concerns is essential. The key lies in the need to think from the perspective of the other party.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“As long as both parties move resolutely towards a negotiated settlement, results are certain to come about. The principle of land for peace, the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Arab Peace Initiative and all of the agreements reached between the parties constitute a realistic basis for peace between Palestine and Israel and, furthermore, for reconciliation between the Arab and Jewish nations. Both parties are on the same peace track and should therefore work together for the common good, by demonstrating the patience and perseverance that will eventually lead them to a land of peace. Thirdly, there must be the courage necessary for tough political decisions. The twists and turns in the Middle East peace process represent an important lesson, namely, that peace talks resemble a struggle against the tide.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“Middle East history has proven time and again that an eye for an eye will only deepen hatred. Only by transforming swords into ploughshares will peace be achieved. Since the resumption of Palestinian-Israeli peace talks at the end of last July, the positions of both parties have remained far apart and negotiations have been difficult. However, progress towards peace is what the people desire and represents an irreversible trend. A negotiated settlement of disputes represents the right direction towards the right goal. At this critical juncture, both parties must mine strengthened confidence and remain calm. Secondly, there must be patience in the peace talks. Efforts towards progress in the peace talks cannot achieve results overnight.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Madam President, for presiding over today's open debate. I also thank Mr. Serry, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Serry for his briefing. China has listened attentively to the statements made by the observer of Palestine representative of Israel. The question of Palestine is at the core ofthe Middle East question. Although the Middle East peace process has witnessed more than 20 years of vicissitudes, including major ups and downs, the general trend is towards peace. At present, peace negotiations between Palestine and Israel face critical choices that require firm confidence in peace and patience and courage from both parties. First, there must be firm confidence in peace.”
2014-04-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7164 (2014) · source
“China supports the early launch of dialogue and consultations among the relevant parties, based on full consideration and accommodation of all legitimate interests and concerns in order to find a definitive solution that is acceptable to all.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“China views the issue of Ukraine as highly complex and believes that the only solution is to remain on the path to a political settlement, which requires a favourable external environment. China has been calling on the international community to work constructively through its good offices to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine. China has put forward a three-point proposal on seeking a political solution to the Ukrainian issue. We have taken note of the ongoing discussion on establishing a multilateral mechanism for dialogue. China welcomes those efforts, which are largely in line with the Chinese proposal.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Assistant Secretary-General Simonovie for his briefing. China is deeply concerned about the recent escalation of the situation in Ukraine. We hope that all parties can remain calm, exercise restraint and prevent a further deterioration of the situation. The priority now is to work within the framework of law to resolve differences through dialogue and negotiation, with full consideration of the legitimate rights, interests and aspirations of all regions and ethnic communities. That is the only approach that can bring lasting peace and stability to Ukraine, in keeping with the long-term fundamental interests of the nation as a whole and all of its communities.”
2014-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7157 (2014) · source
“China supports today's trip by Secretary- General Ban Ki-Moon to the countries concerned to conduct mediation. China hopes that the international community will continue to make constructive efforts to defuse tension.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“An international coordinating mechanism comprising all parties concerned should be established as soon as possible in order to explore political ways to address the situation in Ukraine. In the meantime, all parties should refrain from taking any action that may further exacerbate tensions. International financial institutions should start to explore various possibilities to help Ukraine maintain its economic and financial stability. In our view, a political solution to the Crimean issue should be found within the framework of law and order. All parties concerned should exercise restraint and refrain from any action that could cause the situation to further deteriorate. The international community should make constructive efforts to defuse tension.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Deputy Secretary-General Eliasson and Assistant Secretary-General Simonovic' for their respective briefings. China has been closely following developments in the situation in Ukraine. The Security Council has repeatedly taken up the question of Ukraine. China has explicitly stated its principled position on the issues concerned. Respect for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of States is China's consistent position. China has taken an fair and impartial approach in addressing the question of Ukraine. We will continue to promote peaceful dialogue and to play a more constructive role in seeking a political solution to the crisis in Ukraine. China has put forward the following proposals in order to address the Ukrainian crisis.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7144 (2014) · source
“The United Nations Peacebuilding Commission should have a greater role in coordinating peacebuilding activities. China has always supported peacebuilding efforts in post-conflict countries. We are ready to continue to work with the international community in helping countries emerging from conflict to achieve durable peace and sustainable development.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“China will continue to support the Peacebuilding Fund within its abilities. Fourthly, post-conflict peacebuilding requires closer coordination and cooperation by all parties concerned. The United Nations should continue to play a coordinating role in post-conflict peacebuilding efforts and should seek to establish a stable and cooperative relationship with the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the African Development Bank and other international and regional financial institutions. At the same time, it should make use of the unique peacebuilding advantages of regional and subregional organizations, such as the African Union, in order to make progress in that regard. The relevant agencies within the United Nations system should have a clear division of labour and should strengthen cooperation.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“The international community's swift and timely support in the form of assistance to the countries concerned is an important factor in smoothly achieving peacebuilding objectives. The United Nations should continue to heed the financing requirements of reconstruction programmes in the countries concerned. The Organization should also urge the international community to continue to provide assistance to peacebuilding activities within those countries and to work together to broaden the channels for financing with no political preconditions for assistance. In that regard, China commends the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund for its active role and supports its efforts to improve its work in enhancing the evaluation of the projects that it has carried and the efficiency of the utilization of resources.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“In post-conflict peacebuilding, the international community has long emphasized human rights, the rule of law and security sector reform without paying adequate attention to the economic and social development of the countries concerned and with limited input in that regard. We call on the international community to focus more on the economic and social development of the countries concerned. Only through rapid economic recovery and recontruction will the affected populations be able to enjoy the dividends of peace and will a solid foundation for political reconciliation, the stabilization of security and the establishment of a political basis for the peace process be laid. Thirdly, post-conflict peacebuilding should enjoy adequate and guaranteed resources.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“The United Nations and its agencies, in assisting in peacebuilding efforts, should strengthen partnerships with the countries concerned and help them to draw up integrated peacebuilding strategies on the basis of the local context. Owing to the different histories and specific conditions, there is no one-size-fits- all approach to peacebuilding. The international community should fully respect cultural traditions and the prevailing requirements of the countries concerned, pay attention to the actual conditions on the ground and not just automatically replicate past practices. Secondly, post-conflict peacebuilding efforts should focus on removing the deep-rooted causes of conflict, with a particular emphasis on economic and social development.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“The United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Sierra Leone recently completed its work and is hailed as a success story in the area of peacebuilding. At the same time, peacebuilding is a lengthy, complex and difficult task. Under the current circumstances, peacebuilding faces new issues and challenges that require the international community's in-depth consideration and proper response. I would like to highlight the following four points. First, post-conflict peacebuilding must fully respect the ownership of the relevant countries, which should assume the primary responsibility for peacebuilding. The international community should fully respect their sovereignty and will and provide assistance pursuant to the priorities identified by their Governments.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Luxembourg for its initiative in convening this open meeting on post-conflict peacebuilding. I thank Mr. Eliasson, Deputy Secretary-General, Ambassador Patriota, Chairperson ofthe Peacebuilding Commission, and Ms. Clark, Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme, for their briefings. Peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of a conflict has an effective role to play in eliminating the root causes of conflict. It has an important bearing on achieving lasting peace and sustainable development in countries and regions emerging from conflict. In recent years, the United Nations has been actively participating in peacebuilding efforts in the countries and regions on its agenda, where it has accumulated rich experience and achieved significant results.”
2014-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7143 (2014) · source
“Through that meeting, China hopes to garner consensus in our common effort to support the long-term transition of Afghanistan and to promote regional peace and stability. China stands ready to work with the international community in playing a constructive role in helping Afghanistan to achieve early political reconciliation and economic revitalization and to embark upon a path towards lasting peace and sustainable development.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“China supports the efforts of the international community and of the Afghan Government to explore ways to make better use of UNAMA's post-2014 role, in line with the evolving situation in Afghanistan. Afghanistan is an important neighbour of China. We look forward to a friendly, unified, stable and developed Afghanistan. We always respect that country's sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and the path of development chosen by its people, in line with its circumstances. China has long participated actively in rebuilding peace in Afghanistan by providing assistance to the best of its ability. In August, for the first time China will host the Foreign Ministers Conference on the Istanbul Process on Afghanistan.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“We encourage Afghanistan to make better use of the various regional mechanisms, such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, in a common effort to address the many regional security threats and challenges. We support the United Nations in continuing to play an important role in coordinating international assistance to build peace in Afghanistan. We welcome resolution 2145 (2014), adopted earlier this morning, which renews UNAMA's mandate. China supports providing adequate funding for the Mission to implement its mandate. We hope that UNAMA will strengthen its cooperation with the Afghan Government, fulfil its responsibilities under the Council's mandate, effectively coordinate international assistance and strengthen the international community's confidence in Afghanistan's smooth transition and transformation.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“We expect the international community to effectively fulfil its assistance commitments by giving top priority to helping Afghanistan to implement its national development strategy, thereby enabling Afghanistan to achieve economic and social development and to gradually eliminate conditions that favour terrorism, drug production, drug trafficking and transnational organized crime. Afghanistan's peace, reconstruction and long- term security are closely linked to regional peace and stability. China supports Afghanistan's efforts to participate more actively in regional cooperation and to enhance mutual trust and good-neighbourly relations with countries in the region on the basis of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefits.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“The parties concerned should fully take into account the need to protect the security and stability of Afghanistan and steadily and responsibly reduce their armed forces in order to ensure smooth progress in Afghanistan's security transition. China supports the efforts of the Afghan Government and of the High Peace Council to promote an Afghan- led and Afghan-owned reconciliation process. We hope that the international community will help Afghanistan to advance the reconciliation process on its own terms, and we welcome the neighbours of that country playing an active role. China highly appreciates the efforts of the Afghan Government to develop its economy and to promote employment.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“The presidential and provincial council elections slated for 5 April represent an important milestone in Afghanistan's political transition. China welcomes the smooth progress in the preparations for the upcoming major elections and wishes for their success in leading to smooth transitions that are in keeping with the common interest of Afghanistan and the international community. The security situation in Afghanistan remains fragile, as represented by the major increases in various types of security incidents since last year. We express our concerns over rising civilian casualties, and we support capacity-building for Afghanistan's national security and police forces to enable them to effectively fulfil safety and security responsibilities.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (Spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Jan Kubis for his briefing and the Permanent Representative of Afghanistan, Mr. Tanin, for his statement. This year represents a crucial year of transition for Afghanistan, during which it will undergo a three-pronged transition - on political, security and economic fronts - to comprehensively build on Afghanistan's stability, prosperity and harmonious coexistence among various communities. Those transitions will require unremitting efforts on the part of the Afghan Government and its people, which would not be possible without the persistent support and assistance from the international community.”
2014-03-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7139 (2014) · source
“Thirdly, international financial institutions should start to examine how to help to maintain the economic and financial stability of Ukraine.”
2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source
“On the basis of the above, we could only abstain in the voting on the draft resolution (S/2014/189). China holds a fair and impartial position on the issue of Ukraine. We will continue to mediate and to promote dialogue so as to play a greater contructive role in seeking a political solution to the crisis in Ukraine. To that end, we would like to make three proposals. The first proposal is the establishment as soon as possible of an international coordination mechanism, comprising all the parties concerned, in order to explore means for the political settlement ofthe Ukrainian crisis. Secondly, in the meanwhile, all parties should refrain from taking any action that may further escalate the situation.”
2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source
“All parties should move forward in the overall aim of maintaining regional peace and stability and of protecting the fundamental interests of all the communities in Ukraine in order to keep calm, exercise restraint and prevent a further escalation of the tension, while resolutely seeking a political solution so as to find a specific way out as soon as possible. China has been calling for constructive efforts and the good offices of the international community to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine. We note the new developments and proposals in that regard. Drafting a resolution at this juncture will only lead to confrontation and further complicate the situation. It is not in line with the common interests ofboth the people of Ukraine and the international community.”
2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source
“At the same time, we note that foreign interference is also a significant factor, giving rise to violent clashes on the streets of Ukraine and resulting in the crisis in the country. The failure to implement the 21 February agreement has further exacerbated the turmoil in Ukraine, with serious social and economic consequences for the country. We condemn and oppose all extreme and violent acts. The key to resolving the crisis in Ukraine is to act within the framework of law and order, seeking an early solution to the differences through dialogue and negotiations, with due respect for the legitimate rights and interests of all those in the various communities and regions.”
2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu J ieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): The current situation in Ukraine is highly complex and sensitive and has regional and international repercussions. The international community should together engage in pushing through a political solution to the crisis in Ukraine so as to truly maintain peace and stability in the region. What we are seeing Ukraine today is the result of a complex intertwinement of historical and contemporary factors. The situation in Ukraine, which seems to be accidental, has elements of the inevitable, and therefore calls for a comprehensive and balanced solution. China always respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all States. Those are long-standing and fundamental elements of China's foreign policy.”
2014-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7138 (2014) · source
“In promoting post-conflict reconstruction and implementing peacebuilding strategies, the international community should prioritize children's return to school and reintegration into society and strengthen the institution-building of countries concerned in terms of protecting children, providing adequate resources and increasing development assistance. It should actively support countries concerned in their efforts to eliminate poverty, realize universal education and protect children's rights so as to eliminate the root causes of conflicts.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“We welcome the "Children, not soldiers" campaign launched yesterday jointly by the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflicts and UNICEF. We hope that by 2016 we will reach the goal of complete elimination of child soldiers in national armies. Thirdly, in order to protect children in armed conflict, we should address both the symptoms and the root causes. The international community should make the protection of children an integral part of its overall effort to address conflicts and give it its full attention in political negotiations and peace agreements.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“The international community should also do its utmost to put an end to violations against children by armed groups. Secondly, in order to protect children in armed conflicts, the various bodies within the United Nations system should work on the basis of their own responsibilities and strengths, fulfil their respective mandates and generate synergy. The Security Council should effectively fulfil its primary responsibility of maintaining international peace and security and reduce and curb conflicts through good offices, negotiations and mediation so as to create a safe environment for the growth of children. United Nations peacekeeping operations should act in accordance with the Council's mandate and increase their protection for children.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“We support the international community in continuing its common effort in providing comprehensive protection of children in armed conflict. In that regard, I wish to underscore the following three points. First, the Governments concerned bear the primary responsibility for the protection of children in armed conflict. The key to the implementation of Council resolutions on the protection of children lies in the active support and cooperation of the Governments concerned. On the basis of full respect for the ownership of the countries concerned and through in-depth communication and coordination with them, the international community should support the countries concerned in strengthening their capacity-building and help them to resolve their practical financial and technological difficulties.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“In recent years, the international community has made tremendous efforts and achieved positive progress in protecting children in armed conflict. However, with the increasing complexity of conflict situations, in many regions of the world, children still bear the brunt of armed conflict, and their overall situation is still worrisome. China opposes and condemns all violations against children in armed conflict and urges all parties to conflict to abide by the relevant international laws, fulfil their obligations and respect and protect the rights of children. The Security Council's unanimous adoption of resolution 2143 (2014) clearly demonstrates the international community's strong commitment to strengthening the protection of children in armed conflict.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation welcomes the initiative taken by Luxembourg to convene today's meeting. I would like to welcome the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Luxembourg, His Excellency Mr. Asselborn, who has come to New York to preside over our meeting. I would like to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon; the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Zerrougui; and the Executive Director of UNICEF, Mr. Lake, for their briefings. China also listened carefully to the statement by Mr. Sawaneh. Children represent our future and our hope. Ensuring their safe growth is the common responsibilty of national Governments and the international community.”
2014-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7129 (2014) · source
“China will follow closely the developments on the ground and calls on all sides to find a political solution through dialogue and negotiations on the basis of respect for international law, the principles of international relations and the maintenance of regional peace and stability.”
2014-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7125 (2014) · source
“Mr. Liu Jieyi (China) (spoke in Chinese): China is deeply concerned about the current situation in Ukraine. We condemn the recent extreme and violent acts in that country. We have urged all sides in Ukraine to peacefully resolve their internal differences within a legal framework and conscientiously to protect the legitimate rights and interests of all peoples in Ukraine so as to restore normalcy to the country as soon as possible. China consistently stands for the principles of non-interference in the internal affairs of any country and of respect for Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. There are reasons why the events in Ukraine have progressed to where they are today.”
2014-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7125 (2014) · source