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Liu Jieyi .

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1. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. As this is the last scheduled meeting ofthe Security Council for the month of July, before adjourning the meeting I would like to express the delegation of China's sincere appreciation to the members of the Council, especially my colleagues the Permanent Representatives and their staffs, and to the secretariat of the Council, for all the support they have given us. It has indeed been a busy month, and one in which we rallied to achieve consensus on several important issues within our purview. We could not have done it alone or without the hard work, support and positive contributions of every delegation and the representatives of the secretariat, as well as all the relevant conference service officers, interpreters and translators.”

   2017-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8015 (2017) · source

2. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of the Syrian Arab Republic to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Ms. Ursula Mueller, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, to participate in this meeting. Ms. Mueller is joining the meeting via video-teleconference from Amman. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/623, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of Security Council resolutions 2139 (2014), 2165 (2014), 2191 (2014), 2258 (2015) and 2332 (2016). I now give the floor to Ms. Mueller.”

   2017-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8015 (2017) · source

3. “On the basis of those meetings, with the consent of the members of the Council, the presidency has drawn the conclusion that the Council can proceed to take a decision on the draft resolution before it. IfI hear no objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation, Senegal, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America and Uruguay The President (spoke in Chinese): The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2369 (2017). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

   2017-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8014 (2017) · source

4. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2017/636, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I wish to draw the attention of Council members to document S/2017/586, which contains the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations operation in Cyprus. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Ishouldlike to inform the Councilthatthe presidency of the Council has met with the representatives of the parties, who have confirmed that they maintain their well-known positions vis-a-vis the item on the Council's agenda.”

   2017-07-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8014 (2017) · source

5. “1 now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose az 11.15 am.”

   2017-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8013 (2017) · source

6. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of Burundi to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the following briefers to participate in this meeting: Mr. Michel Kafando, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Burundi, and His Excellency Mr. Jurg Lauber, Permanent Representative of Switzerland to the United Nations, in his capacity as the Chair of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I now give the floor to Mr. Kafando.”

   2017-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8013 (2017) · source

7. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council has before it the text of a statement by the President on behalf of the Council on the subject of today's meeting. I thank Council members for their valuable contributions to the statement. In accordance with the understanding reached among the members of the Council, I shall take it that the members of the Security Council agree to the statement, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2017/12. The meeting rose at10.10 am.”

   2017-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8012 (2017) · source

8. “The representative of the Syrian Arab Republic has asked for the floor to make a further statement. I now give him the floor.”

   2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

9. “I now give the floor to the Vice-Chairman of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People.”

   2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

10. “Only last Sunday, during the Angelus prayer in Saint Peter's Square, Pope Francis, who is deeply concerned about the situation in Jerusalem, made a strong appeal for moderation and dialogue, praying that all may be inspired by the resolve to work for reconciliation and peace. We appeal to the Council to act urgently on its obligations in order to restore hope in the possibility of peace and to make that peace a reality. The President (spoke in Chinese): I now give the floor to the representative of South Africa.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

11. “We must not forget Jerusalem, a city sacred to Jews, Christians and Muslims. The historical status quo ofthe holy sites is a matter of profound sensitivities. The Holy See confirms its position in line with the international community and renews its support for a comprehensive, just and lasting solution to the question of the city of Jerusalem. In that regard, the Holy See reiterates the importance of an internationally guaranteed special status in order to ensure the freedom of religion and of conscience of all its inhabitants, as well as secure, free and unhindered access to the holy places by the faithful of all religions and nationalities.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

12. “He encourages all actors to work towards a Syrian-led political process leading to a peaceful and inclusive transition, based on the principles of the Geneva communique of 30 June 2012 (S/2012/522, annex). Christian communities have existed for more than 2,000 years in the region, and they have peacefully coexisted with other communities. In that context, the Holy See urges the international community, through the Security Council, not to forget those communities. The Holy See believes that the rule of law, including respect for religious freedom and equality before the law, based on the principle of citizenship and regardless of one's race, ethnic origin or religion, is fundamental for the achievement and maintenance of peaceful and fruitful coexistence among individuals, communities and nations.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

13. “A united Palestinian front would prove the commitment of the Palestinians to a peacefully negotiated settlement and would be key to the economic prosperity, social cohesion and political stability ofa Palestinian State. The Holy See deeply regrets the loss of life and property in many parts of the Middle East caused by wars and conflicts, particularly in Syria, Yemen and in the northern region of Iraq, where the tragic humanitarian situation calls for renewed commitment by everyone to arrive at a political solution to those conflicts. Pope Francis deeply appreciates the tireless efforts of those who are working to find a political solution to the conflict in Syria.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

14. “Ifboth Israel and Palestine are to enjoy security, prosperity and peaceful coexistence, there is no alternative to a negotiated settlement leading to a mutually agreed solution directly negotiated between the Israelis and the Palestinians, with the firm and even-handed support of the international community. For that process to take place and succeed, Israelis and Palestinians must agree on substantial steps to reduce tensions and de-escalate the violence on the ground. Both sides must refrain from actions, including with regard to settlements, that contradict their stated commitment to a negotiated solution. The two-State solution will also require all the Palestinian factions to show united political will and work together to address the needs of their people.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

15. “I now give the floor to the observer of the Observer State of the Holy See to the United Nations. Monsigneur Kassas (spoke in Arabic): The Holy See commends the presidency of the People's Republic of China for bringing today's topic to the attention of the Security Council and the international community. Notwithstanding the multiple challenges facing the Middle East today, the Israeli-Palestinian peace process cannot be allowed to slip out of the top priorities of the international community and the Security Council. The Holy See wishes to reiterate its firm support for the two-State solution, which would allow the State of Israel and a Palestinian State to exist side by side in peace within internationally recognized borders.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

16. “I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I now give the floor to the representative of Pakistan.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011Reprise1 (2017) · source

17. “China is willing to continue to work with all of the parties concerned to promote an early settlement of the current problems and the relaunching of peace talks between Palestine and Israel so as to realize at an early date a comprehensive, fair and lasting settlement of the Palestinian question and establish peace and stability in the Middle East. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I give the floor to the representative of Lebanon.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

18. “The Security Council and States in the region need to carry out emergency diplomatic action and do their utmost to engage with the parties concerned in order to calm things down and avoid an escalation of tensions. Any escalation would cause even more serious consequences. The provisions of the relevant Security Council resolutions must be implemented, including the provision that calls for upholding the historic status quo of holy sites in Jerusalem. We have taken note of the initiative taken by Israel today and we hope that the parties concerned will continue their dialogue and communication so as to re-establish calm at an early date.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

19. “The proposals also represent the overall direction of China's efforts moving forward regarding the promotion of a political settlement. We hope that the proposals will be met with active responses and support from the parties concerned so that we can work together to achieve a breakthrough in the decades-long unresolved problem at hand. Recently, the situation in Jerusalem has continued to worsen to the point of becoming extremely dangerous. The top priority now is to ease the tension and confrontations around the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound and achieve a settlement as soon as possible in order to reduce tension and avoid any escalation of the conflict.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

20. “China is willing to work under the concept of development for peace in order to promote Palestine and Israel in engaging in mutually beneficial cooperation, keep open channels for such cooperation and continue to support Palestine to expedite is development. That will help strengthen the basis of peace and harmony and reduce factors that disrupt the peace talks between the two sides. China has announced an initiative to launch a tripartite dialogue mechanism among China, Palestine and Israel in order to coordinate the implementation of major projects of assistance for Palestine. The four proposals made by President Xi Jinping represent China's new endeavour relating to the settlement of the question of Palestine. It takes into account the current situation as well as the international environment.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

21. “The international community should further strengthen coordination and come up with peace-promotion measures that entail joint participation. China is willing to join and support all efforts that are favourable to the political settlement of the question of Palestine. China plans to hold a workshop for peace activities in 2017 for Palestine and Israel in order to provide them with ideas for the settlement of the question of Palestine. Fourthly, it is necessary to take integrated measures in order to promote peace via development. While promoting political talks, attention should be given to development, especially to the enhancement of the capacities of Palestine for economic development. China views both Palestine and Israel as important partners in the Belt Road initiative.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

22. “There must be an immediate cessation of all settlement activities on the occupied territories and an immediate adoption of measures to prevent violence against civilians. We also call for an early resumption of peace talks in order to expedite a political solution to the question of Palestine, and thereby fundamentally achieve common and lasting security. Thirdly, President Xi Jinping called for further coordinating the efforts of the international community and strengthening synergy in the interest of peace. For some time now, the international community has increased its attention regarding the question of Palestine. The parties concerned have conducted active diplomatic efforts to promote the relaunching of peace talks between Palestine and Israel.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

23. “China firmly supports the two- State solution and supports the establishment of an independent State of Palestine with full sovereignty, based on the 1967 borders and with East Jerusalem as its capital. We will, as always, play a constructive role for the settlement of the question of Palestine. Secondly, President Xi Jinping proposed adopting the concept of common, integrated, cooperative and sustainable security. Palestine and Israel are neighbours that cannot be separated. The security of the two countries requires them to cooperate, work together and support each other so as to build common security through joint efforts. China calls for the effective implementation of resolution 2334 (2016).”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

24. “In his talks with President Abbas, President Xi Jinping made four proposals related to the promotion of the settlement of the question of Palestine under the new circumstances. First, he emphasized the importance of a firmly advanced political settlement based on the two-State solution. The two-State solution best fits the reality on the ground and is the most universally accepted option. The parties concerned must continue to work on the basis of the relevant United Nations resolutions, the principle of land for peace and the Arab Peace Initiative. They must also persist in negotiations for a comprehensive, just and lasting settlement of the question of Palestine.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

25. “The international community should proceed from the need to maintain peace and stability in the Middle East and the world, maintain a long-term vision, promote a political settlement of the question of Palestine by addressing both the symptoms and the root causes of the conflict, safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the Palestinian people, keep the situation between Palestine and Israel from getting out of control and prevent the Middle East from sliding into a broader crisis. China is a staunch supporter of the just cause of the Palestinian people and an active mediator for peace between Palestine and Israel. Last week, China received a visit by President Abbas of Palestine.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

26. “I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of China. I wish to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing. China also listened carefully to the statements by the observer of Palestine and by the representative of Israel. The question of Palestine is at the core of the Middle East issue and the main source of problems in the region. It is also a gauge for international fairness and justice.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

27. “I thank Mr. Mladenov for his briefing. I now give the floor to the Permanent Observer of the Observer State of Palestine.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

28. “I propose also that the Council invite the observer of the Observer State of the Holy See to the United Nations to participate in this meeting, in accordance with the Council's provisional rules of procedure and the previous practice in this regard. There being no objection, it is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Mladenov.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

29. “In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. Nickolay Mladenov, Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General, to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I also invite the following individuals to participate in this meeting: Her Excellency Ms. Joanne Adamson, Charge d'affaires a.i. of the Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations; and Her Excellency Mrs. Maria Rubiales de Chamorro, Vice-Chair ofthe Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

30. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representatives of Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Botswana, Brazil, Costa Rica, Cuba, Iceland, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, the Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Viet Nam to participate in this meeting. I propose that the Council invite the Permanent Observer ofthe Observer State ofPalestine to the United Nations to participate in this meeting, in accordance with the provisional rules of procedure and the previous practice in this regard. There being no objection, it is so decided.”

    2017-07-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8011 (2017) · source

31. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council has before it the text of a statement by the President on behalf of the Council on the subject of today's meeting. I thank Council members for their valuable contributions to the statement. In accordance with the understanding reached among the members of the Council, I shall take it that the members of the Security Council agree to the statement, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/2017/ll. The meeting rose al10.10 am.”

    2017-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8010 (2017) · source

32. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council has before it the text of a statement by the President on behalf of the Council on the subject of today's meeting. I thank the Council members for their valuable contributions to this statement. In accordance with the understanding reached among the members of the Council, I shall take it that the members of the Security Council agree to the statement, which will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/20l7/10. The meeting rose at 10.05 am.”

    2017-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8009 (2017) · source

33. “There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. I now invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 12.20p.m.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

34. “Recently, China dispatched more than 1,000 peacekeepers to South Sudan. Three hundred and thirty- one rank and file members of the Chinese engineering battalion and of the medical teams deployed in South Sudan were awarded the United Nations Peace Medal of Honour. China will continue to play a constructive role to help the country achieve durable peace and stability and sustainable development. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I now give the floor to Mr. Mogae to respond to comments and questions raised.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

35. “We hope that the Secretariat and UNMISS will strengthen their communication with the South Sudanese Government, properly resolve issues related to their cooperation and enhance the functionality and effectiveness ofUNMISS so as to better respond to complex situations. The Chinese Government has all along supported the peace process in South Sudan and provided assistance to the country, within its ability, through bilateral and multilateral channels. Several days ago, through the World Food Programme, China provided food assistance totalling $5 million to South Sudan, and through bilateral channels, China has provided food assistance totalling 8,750 tons and a total of Â¥5 million worth of anti-malaria medicine so as to help the South Sudanese people respond to famine and that disease.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

36. “The international community should enhance the targeted and coordinated nature of its assistance, with priorities given to and focus on areas involving critical infrastructure, such as agriculture, irrigation and roads, so as to improve the conditions for economic and social development as soon as possible and raise the living standard of the local people to promote a national reconstruction so as to gradually resolve the root causes of the current conflict. China commends the efforts of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in discharging its mandate and for the important role that it has played in maintaining peace and stability in South Sudan.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

37. “Thirdly, it is necessary to enhance humanitarian and economic assistance to South Sudan. As a result ofa protracted conflict, South Sudan's social and economic foundations have been seriously damaged, and economic development has been beset by difficulties as a result of a long and protracted drought and other extreme weather conditions. The country is now facing the serious risk of famine.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

38. “Regional organizations, including the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), have brought to bear their unique advantages and have intensified their good offices. Recently, IGAD held a special summit and a meeting of the Council of Ministers of South Sudan during which they had constructive discussions on how to facilitate the implementation of the Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, and came up with ideas and proposals. China expresses its appreciation in that regard. China welcome's IGAD'S holding of the high-level revitalization forum and hopes that regional organizations will continue to strengthen exchanges, communication and coordination with the Government, send out a unified message to the outside world, and work in synergy towards a political solution.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

39. “China hopes that the international community will continue to fully support the leading role that the South Sudanese Government has assumed in addressing internal matters; strengthen its communication and coordination with the Government; and, at the same time, continue to enhance its engagement with the parties concerned and urge them to abandon the military option and return to the political track. At the same time, it is important to enhance the inclusiveness of the national dialogue and resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiations so as to enhance mutual trust. Secondly, it is important to continue to support the leading role ofregional and subregional organizations in carrying out their good offices.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

40. “A settlement must be based on the actual conditions of the country. It must tackle the root causes of the situation and should aim at broad support for a settlement. First, priority should be given to speeding up the political process in the country and maintaining its stability. The South Sudanese Government has made commendable efforts to maintain internal peace and stability. President Kiir formally launched the national dialogue in May and announced a unilateral ceasefire, thereby establishing favourable conditions for facilitating the political process. At present, the South Sudanese Government has reached an agreement with some of the opposition groups, for which China expresses its appreciation.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

41. “I shall now make a statement in my national capacity as the representative of China. China thanks Assistant Secretary-General Wane and Chairperson Mogae for their respective briefings. Recently, thanks to the joint effort of the South Sudanese Government and the relevant parties, progress has been made in the country's political process. At the same time, however, the overall situation in the country remains complex and serious. It is facing serious challenges in the political, security, economic and humanitarian areas. A political solution is the only way out of the current situation. To achieve that requires, on the one hand, stepped-up efforts on the part of the Government and the people of South Sudan, and, on the other, increased support from the international community. There has to be synergy on both fronts.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

42. “In accordance with rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite the representative of South Sudan to participate in this meeting. In accordance with rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, I invite Mr. El-Ghassim Wane, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, and Mr. Festus Mogae, Chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, to participate in this meeting. Mr. Mogae is participating in today's meeting via video-teleconference from Juba. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. I give the floor to Mr. Wane.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8008 (2017) · source

43. “We also hope that Member States and the Secretariat will strictly comply with the relevant resolution and the Committee's rules ofprocedure, and continue to support and cooperate with the Committee in its work so that, together, we can defend the authority and effectiveness of the sanctions regime. I now resume my functions as President of the Security Council. There are no more names inscribed on the list of speakers. The meeting rose at10.40 a.m.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

44. “The Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da'esh), Al-Qaida,and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities is an important counter-terrorism mechanism of the United Nations and the Security Council. China supports the Committee in enhancing communications with the countries concerned and in strengthening cooperation with regional and subregional counter-terrorism mechanisms, in accordance with the mandate given to it by the Council. The Committee must constantly improve its work effectiveness so that it can make a greater contribution to advancing the counter- terrorism cause.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

45. “The President (China) (spoke in Chinese): I shall now make a statement in my national capacity. China welcomes the unanimous adoption by the Council of resolution 2368 (2017). Terrorism is the common enemy of humankind. China supports the international community in coordinating its activities and in adopting to an integrated and effective approach to enhance cooperation against terrorism, especially the use of the Internet by terrorists to spread, incite and organize terrorist activities, terrorist financing and the return of terrorist fighters. In the realm of counter-terrorism, we must adhere to uniform standards, fully leverage the leading role of the United Nations and the Security Council and enhance international coordination effectively.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

46. “The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 2368 (2017). I shall now give the floor to those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

47. “The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2017/615, which contains the text ofa draft resolution submitted by Ethiopia, France, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Senegal, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America. The Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. A vote was taken by show ofhands. In favour: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), China, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation, Senegal, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America and Uruguay The President (spoke in Chinese): The draft resolution received 15 votes in favour.”

    2017-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8007 (2017) · source

48. “I wish to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to carry out its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their texts in writing and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I now call on the Minister for Food, Forestry and Horticulture of Ireland.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006Reprise1 (2017) · source

49. “I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Joao Pedro Vale de Almeida, Head of the Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source

50. “China will uphold the idea of wide consultations, joint contribution and benefit-sharing, cooperate closely with African countries within the framework of the Belt and Road initiative, continue to help and support Africa in enhancing its capacity in peace and security, with a View to realizing an early settlement of the hotspot issues in Africa and achieving peace, stability and the development of the African continent. I now resume my functions as President of the Council. I would like to remind all speakers to limit their statements to no more than four minutes in order to enable the Council to conduct its work expeditiously. Delegations with lengthy statements are kindly requested to circulate their written text and to deliver a condensed version when speaking in the Chamber. I now give the floor to the representative of Peru.”

    2017-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8006 (2017) · source