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1. “In the coming stage, the Committee should continue its efforts and, in accordance with the provisions of resolutions 1540 (2004) and 1810 (2008), formulate a complete and well balanced programme of work at an early date, so to promote the comprehensive implementation of resolution 1540 (2004). China attaches importance to the role played by the 1540 Committee and has taken an active part in the Committee's work, in a constructive spirit. We are prepared to continue our support for the work of the Committee and to contribute to efforts to ensure the comprehensive and balanced implementation of resolution 1540 (2004), and to promote common understanding and enhance efforts to prevent proliferation.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

2. “China expresses its appreciation for those results and hopes that the CTC, assisted by CTED, will continue to work to improve Member States' understanding of the Preliminary Implementation Assessment, and thus their ability to cooperate better with a view to ensuring the smooth drafting and consideration of the Assessment. Since its creation, the 1540 Committee has played an important role through its consideration of country reports and by engaging in outreach activities and facilitating international assistance. China expresses its appreciation in that regard.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

3. “The review of the implementation of resolution 1373 (2001) has provided a comprehensive analysis of the progress and gaps in its work over the past seven years and served as an effective frame of reference for the formulation of the Committee's long-term programme of work. The CTC has also achieved good results in its efforts to enhance transparency, facilitate technical assistance and improve the format of country visits. Moreover, the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED) has striven to implement its organizational plan and achieved marked results in improving its efficiency and consistency.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

4. “China believes that the support of Member States is necessary in order to maintain the Committee's authority and status. We encourage Member States to provide, in accordance with resolution 1822 (2008), the most detailed information possible and to work with the Committee in reviewing all the data on the sanctions list so as to improve the effectiveness and fairness of the sanctions regime. Since its last briefing, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has actively advanced its activities, in compliance with the relevant provisions of resolution 1805 (2008). The first round of Preliminary Implementation Assessment has been largely completed, marking a new chapter in the dialogue and cooperation between the CTC and Member States.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

5. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation wishes to thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting. The Chinese delegation also thanks you, Ambassador Grauls and Ambassador Jurica for your briefings on the work of the Committees established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1373 (2001) and 1540 (2004). China is grateful to all three of you for your fruitful work over the past six months. We are pleased to note that all the activities of the 1267 Committee - including its efforts to iron out the details for the implementation of the relevant provisions of resolution 1822 (2008), update the Committee's guidelines, improve the completeness and accuracy of the sanctions list, enhance the transparency of its work and promote exchanges and dialogue with the relevant international organizations - have steadily progressed.”

   2008-11-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6015 (2008) · source

6. “Fundamentally, a lasting settlement of any dispute requires an integrated approach that includes parallel efforts to achieve economic development, reduce poverty, enhance administrative capacity, advocate the culture of reconciliation and promote judicial justice. China always stands for the proper settlement of disputes by peaceful means such as mediation, dialogue and negotiations, and supports the efforts made by the United Nations, regional organizations and the countries concerned to that end. China will continue to take a responsible approach and play a constructive role in addressing relevant hotspot issues.”

   2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

7. “China further calls upon the United Nations to implement effectively the 10- year capacity-building programme between the United Nations and the African Union and mobilize other international donors to provide more support to Africa. Important as it is for the settlement of disputes, mediation is not a panacea. In many cases, it can only build a bridge between the parties concerned. While it may not be able to build up trust and goodwill among various parties, it can serve to dispel suspicion and misunderstanding. While it may not be able to lead to peace, it can serve to avoid conflict. Real solutions require all parties concerned to demonstrate good faith and meet each other halfway.”

   2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

8. “In recent years, African regional and subregional organizations such as the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States and the Southern Africa Development Community have made unremitting efforts in the mediation and settlement of African conflicts and have achieved positive results in Cote d'Ivoire, Sierra Leone, Burundi and Zimbabwe. China calls upon the United Nations to respond more positively to the reasonable requests of Africa, give high priority to capacity-building in its cooperation with Africa and enhance cooperation with the African Union and subregional organizations in the fields of training, institution-building, information and experience sharing and logistical support, where the United Nations enjoys an advantage.”

   2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

9. “Mediators should also have an in-depth understanding of the history and reality of the situation in question and respect the views of all the parties concerned in order to come up with solutions that are relevant and operable. With regard to factions that are intransigent in their resistance to mediation, States that have influence over them should do their part to collaborate with the efforts of the mediators. Thirdly, the United Nations should give vigorous support to the African Union and African subregional organizations in their mediation efforts.”

   2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

10. “In the future, the Council should follow with close attention matters that are brought to it by Member States and the Secretary-General, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter, and should work out a comprehensive preventive strategy in light of the particular circumstances of each crisis. Secondly, mediators should remain neutral. The international community should back them up with constructive support. Facts have shown that neutrality and fairness constitute the basic conditions for successful mediation. When its integrity is tainted by self-interest or compromised by partiality in favour of one party over the other, mediation can in no way bring about lasting peace. On the contrary, it will only further complicate the situation.”

    2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

11. “For many years, the United Nations has played an important role in mediation and the settlement of disputes. I wish to emphasize the following with regard to how the international community can make better use of mediation in the search of solutions to disputes. First, the Security Council should give more attention and greater play to its role in preventive diplomacy. The Council has always had a primary focus on peacekeeping and has authorized the deployment of a great number of peacekeeping missions. In fact, to defuse potential conflicts by such preventive means as mediation costs far less and produces much better results than deploying peacekeeping operations after conflicts erupt.”

    2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

12. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I congratulate Burkina Faso on its assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I was pleased to see President Compaore presiding over today's meeting. I wish to welcome the Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, to this meeting and to thank him for his statement. I wish also to welcome Mr. Lakhdar Brahimi. As clearly stated in Article 33 of the Charter of the United Nations, mediation is an important instrument for the peaceful settlement of disputes. How to maintain international peace and security more effectively by means of mediation is a question that is receiving increasing attention from the international community. Here, I would like to express my appreciation to Burkina Faso for taking the initiative to convene this meeting.”

    2008-09-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5979 (2008) · source

13. “We hope that the parties concerned will seize that opportunity, demonstrate flexibility and work hard to help the situation develop in a peaceful direction, seeking a comprehensive, lasting and appropriate resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue. China has consistently supported maintaining the international non-proliferation mechanism and opposed the proliferation of nuclear weapons. We do not want to see any new turbulence in the Middle East region, and we advocate the peaceful resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue through diplomatic negotiations. We will continue to participate actively in the work of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). We will support and cooperate with its Chairman in relevant efforts and seek to ensure that it plays a constructive role in properly resolving the Iranian nuclear issue.”

    2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source

14. “All States have the obligation to implement those resolutions in a comprehensive and conscientious manner. China attaches importance to and has strictly fulfilled its obligations under those resolutions and has, in a timely manner, submitted three reports on their implementation. At the same time, we would like to emphasize once again that the sanctions are not an end in themselves and cannot fundamentally resolve the Iranian nuclear issue. The best option is to resolve the issue peacefully through diplomatic negotiations. There is now a rare opportunity to resume the negotiations on the Iranian nuclear issue.”

    2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source

15. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I should like to thank the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006) for his briefing on the work of the Committee and to express our appreciation to Ambassador Grauls for presiding over that work. Since December 2006, the Security Council has adopted resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008) on the Iranian nuclear issue. Those resolutions reflected the collective concern of the international community with regard to that issue and were aimed at maintaining the international 6 non-proliferation mechanism in order to strengthen the authority and role of the International Atomic Energy Agency and to advance diplomatic efforts to peacefully resolve the Iranian nuclear issue.”

    2008-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5973 (2008) · source

16. “It is the shared aspiration of the international community to see Afghanistan achieve stability and development, a goal towards which we are all working. As a friendly neighbour of Afghanistan, China attaches great importance to that country's stability and development. At the Paris Conference, China again pledged this year to provide Afghanistan with a grant of RMB50 million. We will continue to offer assistance to Afghanistan within our abilities.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

17. “China calls upon the international community to step up its efforts to assistance Afghanistan in implementing the Strategy so that the Afghan people can see and enjoy the fruits of development, thus re-establishing their confidence in the future prospects of the country. Thirdly, capacity-building should also be given priority consideration in Afghanistan's reconstruction process. Human resources are key to national development. The Afghan Government should invest in building a well-qualified team of civil servants. While providing wide-ranging material assistance to Afghanistan, the international community should focus on training personnel in all fields and on strengthening the country's capacity-building.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

18. “At the same time, we are concerned that ISAF military operations have caused civilian casualties. We also believe that the international community should provide more resources to help Afghanistan to strengthen its military and police forces so that they can independently and as soon as possible assume the responsibility for maintaining national security and social stability. Secondly, the key to achieving long-term peace and stability in Afghanistan lies in accelerating economic growth and improving the livelihood of its people. China highly appreciates the fact that the Afghanistan National Development Strategy places special emphasis on poverty alleviation and achieving the Millennium Development Goals.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

19. “We call upon the international community to strengthen its assistance to Afghanistan in order to help the country address its challenges. In that regard, I would like to highlight the following points. First, the Afghan Government, together with the international community, should spare no effort in resolving the security issue. China calls upon all ethnic groups and factions in Afghanistan to put the long-term interests of the nation and the people above everything else, nurture and practice a culture of reconciliation and maintain and strengthen the authority of the central Government of Afghanistan. The International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) has been playing an important role in maintaining security and stability in Afghanistan. We appreciate its efforts in that regard.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

20. “We welcome the Afghanistan National Development Strategy drafted by Afghanistan and we support the central role of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in coordinating the assistance efforts of the international community to Afghanistan, in accordance with the relevant provisions of resolution 1806 (2008). At present, the Afghan Government is still confronted by daunting challenges characterized by the worsening security situation in that country and an increase in terrorist and violent incidents. China was shocked by the suicide bombing of the embassy of India in Kabul on 7 July. We offer our deep condolences to the victims and their families. China condemns terrorist activities in all their forms.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

21. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Eide, for his briefing. We would also like to thank Under- Secretary-General Holmes for his briefing. The Chinese delegation welcomes the presence of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan and Pakistan and thanks them for their statements. China is pleased to note that the Paris Conference has raised $20 billion for Afghanistan, which demonstrates once again the staunch support of the international community for peace and reconstruction in that country.”

    2008-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5930 (2008) · source

22. “We also call upon them to exercise restraint and prevent the situation from worsening further. China hopes that the two parties will resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiations. China supports African Union and League of Arab States and other regional organizations and countries of the region in playing an active mediation role. The Council should continue to play an active and constructive role in promoting the resolution of the differences of the two parties through dialogue and negotiations. The Council may strengthen its contact and communication with Djibouti and Eritrea, listen to the views and requests of the parties concerned and coordinate with and support the good offices of the African Union and other regional organizations.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5924 (2008) · source

23. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the holding of this emergency meeting of the Council. We would like to thank Mr. Honwana for his briefing. On behalf of the Chinese delegation, we welcome Prime Minister Dileita of Djibouti to this meeting and thank him for his statement. I would also like to welcome the presence of the Permanent Representative of Eritrea and thank him for his statement. We also welcome the presence of the representatives of the African Union and the League of Arab States at today's meeting. China is attentively following the recent border dispute between Djibouti and Eritrea. We find developments in the border areas to be worrisome. We call upon the two parties to proceed from the greater interests of relations between the two countries and of peace and security in the Horn of Africa.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5924 (2008) · source

24. “With the onset of the rainy season, humanitarian problems resulting from food shortages, blocked roads and rampant banditry will become ever more serious. We hope that this will be given adequate attention by the United Nations. As always, China will support the United Nations and the African Union in their efforts to resolve the Darfur issue.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5922 (2008) · source

25. “We hope that the Secretariat will continue to enhance its coordination with the troop- contributing countries and to seek, from the international community, the civil aviation, transportation and engineering contingents that are so badly needed. China welcomes the assistance to the 08-3959] troop-contributing countries provided by Member States in a position to do so through various means, including in the areas of equipment and training, so as to help the Secretariat in accelerating the deployment of the peacekeeping forces. The recent security situation in Darfur has severely interfered with the humanitarian relief efforts there. China urges the parties concerned to refrain from attacking international relief organizations and their workers, and to facilitate their work.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5922 (2008) · source

26. “As pointed out in the Secretary-General's reports, the key to restarting the political process in Darfur lies in the parties' political will to seek a negotiated settlement of their differences. China supports the appointment of a chief mediator to integrate international resources, optimize regional strategies and present a united front to the parties, in particular by sending a clear message to the rebel groups in question and urging them to join the political process at the earliest possible date. China is deeply concerned over the lack of resources for the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), because substantial funding is available.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5922 (2008) · source

27. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I will be very brief. China thanks Mr. Eliasson and Mr. Salim for their briefings. China has taken note of the fact that the two Special Envoys recently presided over informal consultations on the political process in Darfur in order to pool our collective wisdom to push ahead the political process in the region. China appreciates the tireless efforts made by the two Special Envoys and their teams to resolve the Darfur issue. The current situation in Darfur leaves no room for optimism, and efforts in all areas face challenges. The international community should continue to follow the dual-track strategy and make full use of the tripartite mechanism, with a focus on pushing the political process forward and ensuring the deployment of peacekeepers.”

    2008-06-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5922 (2008) · source

28. “The comprehensive implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) would be an important guarantee for achieving this target. We support the Secretary-General in his continued efforts to implement the System-wide Action Plan. The Chinese Government has always attached great importance to the protection of the rights and interests of women and to the advancement of women. We are ready to work with the rest of the international community in a joint effort to reduce sexual violence in every corner of the world and achieve all targets related to the issue of women and peace and security.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

29. “The draft resolution requests the Secretary-General to submit a report on its implementation before 30 June 2009. I would like to point out that, a few months ago, at its sixty-second session, the General Assembly adopted resolution 62/134 on the same issue. In that resolution, the General Assembly requested the Secretary-General to submit a report on the resolution's implementation at the sixty-third session. To save resources and avoid duplication of labour, we hope the Secretary-General will strengthen coordination and make good use of all the information available so as to submit high-quality reports to both the Security Council and the General Assembly. The 2005 World Summit Outcome (General Assembly resolution 60/1) reaffirms that the progress for women is progress for all. The same is true in the field of peace and security.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

30. “Many of our colleagues in the non-governmental organization (NGO) community deserve our appreciation for the work they have carried out in the field to protect the rights and interests of women under difficult circumstances. China supports the constructive role that NGOs continue to play in the protection of women in armed conflict and encourages them to increase their communication with United Nations agencies, especially those with a special mandate on women's issues, and to offer proposals in this area. 20 We are pleased to note that, under the personal guidance of Secretary of State Rice, the United States delegation has submitted a draft resolution under this agenda item on elimination of all forms of sexual violence. China supports its adoption.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

31. “Respecting and protecting women is the hallmark of a civilized society and of social progress. It is also an important element of a mature social system. Respect for and protection of women's rights should be mainstreamed throughout the peace process. Their special needs and concerns should be accommodated. Women should be further empowered to participate and to make decisions that concern them. In recent years, we have witnessed a great number of positive measures taken by the Secretariat to increase the ratio of women in senior positions, at the head of peacekeeping missions and in the staff in general. More efforts are needed in this direction in the future. Fourthly, civil society should continue to be encouraged to join the efforts to protect women.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

32. “The international community should provide substantial support and assistance. The responsibility for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and for the protection of women lies first and foremost with the Governments concerned. However, countries in conflict and those emerging from conflict are often beset with difficulties and thus require generous contributions from the international community to help them build their capacity. Meanwhile, external assistance should be provided in compliance with the Charter of the United Nations, respecting the will of the country in question and avoiding any undermining of its sovereignty. Thirdly, the participation of women in every stage of the peace process should be enhanced. Their status and role should receive greater attention.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

33. “As the Security Council bears primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, the Council should focus its efforts on the prevention of conflict, peacekeeping and post- conflict reconstruction. Sexual violence should be addressed through a comprehensive approach in the context of the peace process and the political situation. It should not be treated as a stand-alone issue; nor should attention be given to its symptoms only. In addition, the Security Council should enhance its consultation with the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, the Secretariat and the relevant treaty bodies in a joint effort to address violence against women. Secondly, national Governments bear primary responsibility for the protection of women.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

34. “We support the Secretary-General in his pursuit of the policy of zero tolerance for sexual exploitation committed by peacekeepers, and we hope that the troop-contributing countries will step up the training and monitoring of their peacekeepers, so that the relevant United Nations code of conduct can be complied with and implemented. On this occasion, I wish to emphasize the following points in relation to the protection of women in armed conflict. First, while the Security Council has a unique role to play in response to violence against women, United Nations organs and agencies should strengthen their coordination and cooperation. The issue of sexual violence in conflict is closely related to that of armed conflict itself.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

35. “However, given the changing features of conflicts and the various complex and cross-cutting factors involved, the resolution has yet to be implemented fully. In the many conflicts under way today, women continue to be the most direct victims, and violence against women remains an extremely grave concern. China condemns all violence against women, including acts of sexual violence, and urges all parties involved in conflict to comply with international humanitarian law and human rights law. We call upon the Governments concerned to investigate and bring to justice those responsible for crimes against women. China urges all countries that have not done so to take measures aimed at an early accession to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

36. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Ms. Rice, Secretary of State of the United States of America, for having come to New York to preside over today's meeting. I am participating in this discussion on behalf of Yang Jiechi, Minister for Foreign Affairs. At the outset, please allow me to convey to Ms. Rice the Minister's cordial greetings. I would also like to thank Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon and Mr. Kerim, President of the General Assembly, for their statements. Nearly eight years have passed since the Security Council adopted resolution 1325 (2000), which constitutes a basis for cooperation among all the parties concerned in the area of women and peace and security.”

    2008-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5916 (2008) · source

37. “The Development Fund for Iraq is a major source of funding for the reconstruction of the country. We hope to see stronger governance of the Fund and greater respect for Iraq's ownership, in order to ensure the effective and transparent use of the Fund to the benefit of all the people of Iraq. Finally, I wish to express our appreciation to UNAMI, under the leadership of Mr. Staffan de Mistura, for the work it has performed. We support the continuation of UNAMI's assistance to the Government and the people of Iraq after August of this yean”

    2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source

38. “If the political process represents the front wheels of a vehicle, then economic reconstruction and development represent its rear wheels. Only when the front and rear wheels move in tandem can Iraq move ahead steadily. Iraq has a wealth of natural and human resources. It has great potential for economic recovery and development. Within the framework of the International Compact with Iraq, the international community, including the countries of the region, has extended a hand of cooperation. The key now is to translate commitments into firm, concrete action. At the recent Review Conference of the International Compact in Stockholm, the Government of Iraq put forward a new plan and vision for its economic reconstruction and development, to which the international community should respond positively.”

    2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source

39. “With regard to major issues having a bearing on the future of the country, as part of a fair, open and inclusive political process, the Government of Iraq should listen closely to views and establish strong political consensus. We encourage the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) to continue to play its positive role in promoting political reconciliation in Iraq. The provincial elections scheduled for this autumn are of great significance to the political process and national reconciliation of Iraq. We support the Government of Iraq in making the serious preparations required to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections. UNAMI should treat electoral assistance as a short- term priority and use its own strengths in this area to assist Iraq.”

    2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source

40. “We hope that they will soon take on the difficult task of independently maintaining national security and law and order. We also expect that MNF-I will genuinely and earnestly carry out its mandate under the relevant resolution of the Security Council and, in its operations, strictly abide by international humanitarian law and human rights law and maintain close consultations with the Government of Iraq. In order to consolidate the gains made in the improved security situation in Iraq, it is imperative to vigorously promote the political process and bring about genuine national reconciliation. We hope that all Iraqi parties and factions will attach importance to the national interest and intensify dialogue and consultation.”

    2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source

41. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation welcomes Mr. Zebari, Foreign Minister of Iraq, to this meeting. We also thank Special Adviser Gambari and Assistant Secretary-General Warren Sach for their briefings. We would also like to thank you, Ambassador Khalilzad, for your briefing on behalf of the Multinational Force in Iraq (MNF-I). Iraq has made notable progress in the political, security and reconstruction fields. We should acknowledge the efforts made by the Government of Iraq. We welcome the recent notable improvement in the security situation in Iraq. Achieving sustainable peace, security and stability are preconditions for addressing the other problems confronting Iraq. We note with appreciation that the capabilities of Iraqi security forces have improved gradually.”

    2008-06-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5910 (2008) · source

42. “We also encourage the United Nations Development Programme, the World Bank and other international agencies, as well as such regional organizations as the African Union, to play their role in helping the countries concerned in their economic development, the resolution of their conflicts and the promotion of reconstruction. We also welcome the positive role that non-governmental organizations play in that regard. China is prepared to join with the rest of the international community in a solid and effective effort to enhance the protection of civilians in armed conflict and achieve more constructive results.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

43. “Humanitarian relief agencies provide assistance and support to civilians in dangerous circumstances. Those efforts should be appreciated and acknowledged. Moreover, humanitarian assistance must retain its credibility and humanitarian nature. It should be undertaken in accordance with international humanitarian law and the principles of fairness and neutrality. It should not be allowed to become embroiled in local political disputes or involved in actions that affect the peace process on the ground. The protection of civilians in armed conflict cannot rely solely on the efforts of the Security Council. We expect the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council and the Human Rights Council to play a greater role.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

44. “The Final Document of the 2005 World Summit devoted a lengthy section to a very careful description of the responsibility to protect civilians from massacres, war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. It also indicated that that concept should be further considered by the General Assembly. Many members are currently deeply concerned about the concept of the responsibility to protect, and the relevant discussions should therefore be pursued in the United Nations. The Security Council is in no position to interpret or expand the concept of the responsibility to protect at will, much less to abuse it. Fourthly, humanitarian assistance should be delivered in accordance with the principles of fairness, neutrality, objectivity and independence. Humanitarian relief is closely and practically linked to the protection of civilians.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

45. “The primary responsibility for the protection of civilians lies with national Governments. The international community and external forces can provide constructive help and support. However, they should provide this in compliance with the provisions of the Charter of the United Nations and in full respect for the will of the countries concerned. It should not undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the countries concerned and, still less, intervene forcibly. Thirdly, when discussing the protection of civilians in armed conflict, the Security Council should approach the concept of the responsibility to protect - and especially its application - with great prudence.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

46. “Civilians are a vulnerable group in situations of armed conflict. The best protection that can be offered to civilians is to prevent and reduce armed conflicts. The Security Council should proceed to take action within its mandate to prevent and reduce armed conflicts, improve the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations and improve the humanitarian situation in conflict areas. Meanwhile, the Security Council should not approach the question of civilians in an isolated manner. It should take an integrated approach to addressing the issue as an integral part of the peace 08-3528] process and the complex political situation in a given conflict area. Secondly, the role of national Governments in the protection of civilians should be respected and supported.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

47. “However, as the characteristics of conflicts change and the complexity of interwoven issues increases, many civilians are still being negatively affected by armed conflict. The implementation of the aforementioned resolutions still faces challenges. We express our profound concern about the threat to the life and property of civilians in armed conflict and call upon the parties involved in conflict to comply with international humanitarian law and the relevant resolutions of the Security Council and to protect the life, property and legitimate rights and interests of civilians. On this occasion, I would like to highlight the following points on how to improve the protection of civilians in armed conflict. First, the Security Council should strengthen its efforts to prevent conflict and safeguard peace.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

48. “Mr. Liu Zhenmin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation wishes to thank Under- Secretary-General Holmes for his detailed and informative briefing. The Chinese delegation also appreciates his efforts and his extensive work on the ground since he took office. We express our positive assessment of the work accomplished by the relevant United Nations agencies on the ground for many years. The Security Council has been discussing the protection of civilians in armed conflict for almost a decade and has adopted many resolutions and presidential statements on the matter, including resolution 1674 (2006), which constitutes the legal framework within which the Security Council may address this issue.”

    2008-05-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5898 (2008) · source

49. “Meanwhile, we welcome the important role that the EU continues to play in safeguarding security and stability and promoting economic and social development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. China will continue to support the High Representative in carrying out his mandate and is prepared to join the rest of the international community in providing the assistance necessary for the achievement of lasting peace, stability and development in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source

50. “We hope that all parties will, in accordance with the Dayton Agreement, work together in a spirit of sincerity to promote the political process and to make greater progress in the fields of constitutional reform and institution-building, with a view to maintaining lasting stability and prosperity in Bosnia and Herzegovina. China welcomes the prospects for the integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union (EU). We believe that the High Representative should continue his extensive consultations with all the parties and, on the basis of the mandates provided for by the Dayton Agreement, urge Bosnia and Herzegovina to take constructive measures so that major steps can be taken on its path towards joining the EU.”

    2008-05-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5894 (2008) · source