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Ma Zhaoxu

lines on the record: 707
first: 2018-02-06
most recent: 2019-07-09
sittings or episodes: 120
sources: un-security-council

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“The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation has been established to provide a platform for China and Africa to strengthen exchanges in the area of peace and security. We are making efforts to promote the implementation of 50 security assistance projects, including the Belt and Road Initiative, social security, United Nations peacekeeping, combating piracy and counter-terrorism. Within the United Nations framework, we will continue to actively participate in United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa and to mobilize the international community to strengthen support for the African Standby Force and build rapid-reaction forces to respond to crises.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“Leaders of China and Africa announced new measures to strengthen comprehensive cooperation between China and Africa around the theme "Towards an even stronger China-Africa community with a shared future" through win-win cooperation. Eight major initiatives have been identified for the next three years and beyond. In the area of peace and security, China has decided to establish a China-Africa peace and security cooperation fund to support peace and security and stability in Central Africa, while continuing to provide free military aid and assistance to the African Union. We support national and regional efforts, including in the regions of the Sahel, the Gulf of Aden and the Gulf of Guinea, to maintain regional security and support counter-terrorism efforts.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“China is a builder and defender of world peace and actively participates in United Nations peacekeeping operations and mediation activities related to international and regional hotspot issues, while advocating the settlement of disputes through dialogue and negotiations. We firmly uphold the basic norms of international relations based on the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and promote international relations that are mutually respectful, fair, just and characterized by cooperation and win-win outcomes. The Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation was successfully held on 3 and 4 September.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“All parties should establish a new vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security, and respond to challenges in the area of international peace and security in a mutually beneficial manner. The Security Council should play a central role in the collective security mechanism and work side by side and in a coordinated manner with the relevant United Nations agencies to establish synergies. Regional and subregional organizations, such as the African Union, enjoy advantages in terms of shared geography, history and culture, and should therefore play important roles in maintaining peace and security in the region.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“The international community should focus on addressing the root causes of conflict, such as poverty and underdevelopment, in an effort to comprehensively promote the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, strengthen global development partnerships, honour assistance commitments and help developing countries improve the livelihood of their people, exploring development paths that suit their national conditions and helping them to enhance their own capabilities for development. We should promote development through peace and consolidate peace through development so that people in conflict areas can enjoy the peace dividends as soon as possible. Thirdly, it is important to build a new international peace and security partnership featuring cooperation and win-win outcomes.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“Sovereign equality, the peaceful settlement of disputes and non-interference in the internal affairs of States are the basic principles that guide international affairs. Countries must develop equal partnerships through consultation and mutual understanding. All parties to conflict must insist on consultations on an equal basis and resolve their differences through peaceful means, such as dialogue and negotiations. The mechanisms and means of addressing matters of international peace and security must be further refined in order to better resolve conflicts, defuse tensions and eliminate wars and conflicts. Secondly, both the symptoms and the root causes of conflicts must be tackled.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Secretary-General Guterres for his briefing. We listened to the statements made by Mr. Prendergast. The maintenance of international peace and security is an important purpose of the Charter of the United Nations and the primary responsibility of the Security Council, as entrusted by the Charter. Nowadays, complex factors are at play throughout world, the emergence of regional hotspot issues is increasing, and traditional and non-traditional security challenges are intertwined. Against that background, the international community should act in concert to prevent and resolve conflicts in order to build long- lasting peace and universal security. First, it is important to adhere to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and settle disputes by peaceful means.”
2018-09-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8346 (2018) · source
“The international community should act on the principle of a Syrian-owned, Syrian- led process and on resolution 2254 (2015) in pushing all parties in Syria to engage in inclusive political dialogue in search of a solution that responds to the realities on the ground, while accommodating the concerns of all parties. Special Envoy De Mistura will hold discussions with the relevant parties on the establishment of a Syrian constitutional committee. All parties should exert their influence and push the Syrian Government and opposition groups to move towards each other with a view to achieving early results and adding new momentum to the Syrian political process.”
2018-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8345 (2018) · source
“All parties are duty-bound to adhere to the purposes and principles ofthe Charter ofthe United Nations and other recognized basic norms governing international relations, fully respect Syrian sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, and avoid the wilful use of force or threat of force. China has always stood for a political settlement to the issue of Syria, which represents the only path to peace and stability in Syria. The international community should provide steady support to the United Nations as the main mediator and to Special Envoy De Mistura in his efforts to facilitate the resumption of the Geneva peace talks.”
2018-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8345 (2018) · source
“The political process is faltering, coupled with rampant terrorist activities and high tensions in some parts of Syria, especially Idlib. Given the current situation, we call on all the relevant parties to step up their diplomatic efforts, address issues through dialogue, and facilitate de-escalation through dialogue. The international community should pool its efforts and continue to resolutely combat terrorism and consolidate the gains achieved to date. Meanwhile, we call on all parties to do everything possible to avoid harming innocent civilians.”
2018-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8345 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Special Envoy De Mistura and Director John Ging for the briefings. We commend their efforts to facilitate the political process and alleviate the humanitarian situation in Syria. China has been closely following the political process and humanitarian situation in Syria. We note that some areas in Syria are rebuilding hospitals and schools and repairing transportation, power and other infrastructure. Refugees and internally displaced persons are gradually returning to their homes. The international community should further scale up its humanitarian assistance by providing much-needed help to all the areas in need within Syria. That said, the situation in Syria remains challenging.”
2018-09-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8345 (2018) · source
“China consistently advocates respect for the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and opposes the wilful use or threat of use of force in international affairs. Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be fully respected. The only way out ofthe Syrian impasse is through a political settlement. We hope that all parties concerned will, in a constructive spirit and through dialogue and consultation, seek solutions that preserve the unity of the Security Council and help to advance the political process in Syria.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8344 (2018) · source
“We hope that the OPCW will continue to strengthen its communication and coordination with the Syrian Government in an effort to duly resolve the relevant issues. The Chinese delegation notes some recent reports that hint at possible chemical weapons attacks within Syrian. I want to reiterate that China resolutely opposes the use of chemical weapons by any country, organization or individual in any circumstances or for any purpose, and advocates severe punishment of the perpetrators. At the same time, we believe that all alleged chemical weapons incidents must undergo comprehensive, objective and impartial investigations so as to ensure that they are based on conclusive evidence and that conclusions are in line with the facts and can stand the test of time. Until then, we should not predetermine the outcomes.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8344 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): As this is the first time this month that I am speaking at a meeting of the Security Council, allow me to congratulate your country, Madam President, on assuming the presidency of the Council for September. I also thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing. As was confirmed in the report of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) (see S/2018/804), which was transmitted to the Security Council by Secretary-General Guterres, all 27 declared chemical weapons-production facilities in Syria have been destroyed. We also note that, as we speak, the OPCW is still studying the responses from the Syrian Government in relation to some of the outstanding questions concerning its initial chemical weapons declaration.”
2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8344 (2018) · source
“We hope that the Mission will continue to enhance its communication with both the Government and FARC, build mutual confidence and work with both sides for the active implementation of the Peace Agreement. In closing, let me say that China stands ready to work together with other members of the Council to make its contribution to continued progress in the Colombian peace process and the early achievement of comprehensive peace and stability in the country.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“China hopes that all relevant actors in Colombia will remain firmly committed to the peace process, continue to actively implement the Peace Agreement and resolve any issues, as they arise, through dialogue and consultation. The Security Council and the international community should remain seized of the situation and give continued support to the pursuit ofpeace in Colombia, respect the ownership of the Government and the people of Colombia of the peace process, and provide constructive assistance to facilitate their efforts. China commends Special Representative Arnault and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia for their important roles in promoting the peace process.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“The Government and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) have agreed on a strategy for the reintegration of former combatants. Encouraging progress has also been achieved with regard to the ceasefire between the Government and the National Liberation Army. Healing the wounds of war, however, will not be an easy task. The comprehensive implementation of the Peace Agreement requires efforts at the political, security and development levels as well as in the area of social cohesion. As such, it is a long-term project that requires a systematic approach and the sustained efforts of all parties in Colombia as well as members of the international community. The peace process is irreversible: such is the consensus of the entire Colombian population and the international community.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I welcome Vice-President Oscar Naranjo Trujillo to the Council and thank Special Representative Arnault for his briefing. The peace process in Colombia is a fine example of the Council's successful response over recent years to regional hotspot issues through collaborative efforts. It is of crucial importance not only to the achievement of comprehensive peace and development in the country, but also to the maintenance of stability in the region as a whole. China commends the efforts of President Santos, the Colombian Government and all parties concerned in this regard. In recent months, positive progress has been made in the Colombian peace process, and the presidential elections were held without incident.”
2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8319 (2018) · source
“Finally, I should like to reiterate that China stands ready to work with the countries of the region to better align our strategies and actions. We are committed to safeguarding peace and stability in the Middle East, upholding equity and justice, promoting common development and advocating mutual learning and friendship, with a view to contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for humankind.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“We should address hot-spot issues in the Middle East in a peaceful, just, constructive and inclusive manner. To be specific, we should, first, remain committed to a political solution and facilitate dialogue and negotiations so as to stop the vicious circle of violence for violence; secondly, be impartial and refrain from imposing compromises so that stability can turn into lasting peace rather than to a mere hiatus in turmoil; thirdly, manage the situation in a constructive manner that takes into consideration both history and reality, so as to gradually build momentum for ending the violence and improving the situation; and, fourthly, accommodate the legitimate rights and interests of all parties and refrain from making exclusive arrangements, with a view to building an open and stable framework for peace in the region.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“At the opening ceremony of the eighth ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, on 10 July, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced another Â¥100 million in aid to Palestine in support of its economic development and to improve living conditions there. China will continue to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Palestine and make an additional contribution of $2 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East. In this regard, China has always done what it believes it should do, to the extent possible. We have no intention of competing with any other country. Peace, reform and development are the common requirements of the countries of the Middle East. Stability, tranquillity and happiness are the shared aspirations of the people of the region.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“China appreciates the efforts made by Egypt and others to actively promote national reconciliation in Palestine. We support the convening of a new international conference on the question of Palestine and the exploring of innovative mechanisms to facilitate peace in the Middle East so as to break the deadlock in Palestinian-Israeli talks as soon as possible. China firmly supports the establishment of an independent and fully sovereign State ofPalestine based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. We support the greater integration of Palestine into the international community.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“Concrete actions should be taken to implement resolution 2334 (2016) and cease all settlement activities in the occupied territories and the demolition of Palestinian houses and property. Steps should also be taken to prevent violence against civilians. The international community should remain united in pushing for an early resumption of the peace talks between the two sides. The parties should meet each other halfway and refrain not only from any action or rhetoric that might aggravate the situation but also from any unilateral action that might undermine trust, so as to create the conditions necessary for a resumption of the dialogue. Parties that can bring influence to bear on the question of the Middle East should play a constructive role in that respect.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“We strongly condemn the wilful use of force and oppose violence against civilians. We urge all parties to bear in mind the safety and security of the people of the region and the imperative of peaceful coexistence by exercising restraint in order to prevent the situation from escalating. The dire humanitarian situation in Gaza only undermines regional stability. We hope that the parties concerned will fully lift the Gaza blockade as soon as possible. The two-State solution is the optimal way to resolve the conflict between Palestine and Israel. The international community should abide by the relevant United Nations resolutions, the principle of land for peace and the Arab Peace Initiative in scaling up its efforts for the resumption of talks.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China would first like to thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing and commend him for his active efforts to de-escalate the tensions in the region. The current relations between Palestine and Israel are deeply troubling. The situation in Gaza remains fragile and tense and we cannot afford to ignore the possibility that the violent clashes there may escalate further. The prospects for a two-State solution are unclear, and the efforts for a resumption of talks between the two sides are stalled, while the construction of settlements continues and Palestinian houses are still being demolished. China is deeply concerned about the developments on the ground and the casualties from the conflicts. The use of force and efforts to prevent violence with violence will not solve any problems.”
2018-07-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8316 (2018) · source
“Together with the rest of the international community, China stands ready to fully support the efforts to pursue peace being made by South Sudan, regional organizations and other countries of the region, and to make a constructive contribution to achieving lasting peace and stability in South Sudan and the African continent.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“The Security Council must listen to the legitimate aspirations of regional organizations and countries in Africa and take a cautious stance when it comes to imposing sanctions. We have noted the fact that the penholders made certain improvements to resolution 2428 (2018) at the joint request of China and some other Council members. Now, however, the resolution still insists on imposing sanctions on South Sudan, including an arms embargo, that could complicate the situation and work against the advancement of the peace process. China abstained in the voting on the resolution for these reasons. I would like to reiterate that the Chinese Government has consistently supported the peace process in South Sudan and has provided support to the country's efforts to restore national stability and development.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“In today's context, the Security Council must play its constructive role to the full and continue to lend all possible support to the mediation efforts of IGAD, the AU and the countries of the region. While they are working hard, we must continue to maintain our confidence and patience so as to help to facilitate the political process in South Sudan. China has always maintained that sanctions should serve only as a means, not an end in themselves. Any measures taken by the Council should be conducive to ensuring the political settlement of relevant issues, not the reverse. The AU and IGAD have indicated on several recent occasions that it is neither advisable nor helpful to impose additional sanctions on South Sudan.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to welcome the new Permanent Representative of cote d'Ivoire, His Excellency Ambassador Adom, to the Council in his new capacity. I look forward to our fruitful cooperation in the Council. The South Sudan political process is currently at a crucial stage. With the mediation efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the African Union (AU), Ethiopia, the Sudan, Uganda and other regional organizations and countries, the South Sudan political process has recently made positive and recognized progress, clearly demonstrating that all the parties in South Sudan have the will to pursue peace and resolve issues through political channels.”
2018-07-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8310 (2018) · source
“China believes that all Member States should, in line with the Charter of the United Nations and their obligations under the relevant documents, and based on the functions and divisions of labour of United Nations organs, promptly address and properly respond to climate-change issues. Upholding the right approach to justice and interests, China has been participating in international cooperation on climate change. We stand ready to continue to implement our commitment to South- South cooperation on climate change and support other developing countries in responding to climate-change challenges. We are committed to working with the rest of the international community in a concerted effort to safeguard our common homeland, on which our survival depends.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“Fourthly, the international community must build a new concept of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security to properly tackle climate-related security risks. At present, security threats of all kinds continue to emerge. All countries must take integrated measures, strengthen international cooperation and embark on the path to sustainable development, with a view to addressing climate-related security risks such as land and water resource depletion, food insecurity, humanitarian crises and mass migration flows through the achievement of common development.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“Countries should fully respect the international agreements concluded in the area of climate change, reject a zero- sum mentality, enhance benefit- and responsibility- sharing and endeavour to achieve mutual benefits and a win-win outcome. Thirdly, the international community must implement the Paris Agreement in earnest. It is important to take into account countries' national circumstances; respect their differences, in particular those of developing countries; adhere to the principle of common but differentiated responsibility; and help developing countries, especially the African countries and small island developing States, to strengthen their capacity for adaptation, mitigation, management and financing.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“First, it is important for the international community to foster a communal vision of a shared future for humankind and actively rise to global challenges. Countries must strengthen exchanges and cooperation to respond to climate change and provide assistance to developing countries through technology transfer and capacity-building. The United Nations and the relevant international and regional organizations should enhance their coordination and play a positive role in addressing climate change. Secondly, the international community must uphold equality and justice and ensure that international rules are effectively respected and implemented.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like at the outset, Madam, to welcome your presence here in New York to preside over this debate. I also thank the Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, and Mr. Hassan Janabi, Minister for Water Resources of the Republic of Iraq, for their briefings, and Ms. Ibrahim, representative of civil society in Chad, for her statement. Climate change affects human survival and development. It is a daunting global challenge. In recent years, the concerted efforts of countries to protect the global environment and address climate change have yielded remarkable results. However, responding to climate change and achieving sustainable development remains an urgent long-term task for the international community. Given the current circumstances, we must work together to address climate change.”
2018-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8307 (2018) · source
“An integrated approach is needed to support the efforts of the Governments concerned on poverty eradication, universal access to education and sustainable development. Moreover, we should help children affected by armed conflict to reintegrate smoothly into their respective societies and provide them with a favourable security and social environment that facilitates their healthy growth so that they can become active contributors and promoters of peace in the future. In this road that we all share, children are our common hope. Let us work together for the security and well-being of children around the world. Let us create a harmonious world in which they can grow up in health. Let us join hands to build a community of a shared future for humankind so that peace can shine down on small children as they grow and enjoy a better future.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“The primary responsibility for protecting children in conflicts lies with the Governments of the countries concerned. The efforts and cooperation of the countries concerned are key in fully implementing the Council's resolutions and various plans and programmes for the protection of children. We must fully respect national ownership, enhance dialogue and communication with the relevant countries and support the development of child-protection capacities in the process of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, as well as security sector reform. F ourthly, we must strengthen coordination and forge international synergy for the protection of children. UNICEF, UNESCO, the World Bank and other relevant entities should work within their respective mandates and leverage their comparative advantages for stronger cooperation.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“The Security Council, which is entrusted with the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, must promote the use of political means as provided for in the Charter of the United Nations, including mediation, conciliation, dialogue and negotiation, and support and encourage all parties to peaceably settle their disputes and prevent armed conflicts from happening in the first place. The international community should promote the proper resolution of regional hotspot issues and fully protect the rights of children in that process. That is the fundamental way to save children from the scourge of armed conflict. Thirdly, we must assume a long-term perspective and provide capacity-building assistance to the countries concerned.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“We should strengthen international counter-terrorism coorperation, adopt a zero-tolerance and non-discriminatory approach and resolutely combat all forms of crime against children committed by terrorist organizations, such as recruitment, killing, abuse and abduction. Secondly, we must bring an end to hostilities and violence and jointly maintain international peace and security. The most effective way to protect children is to prevent and resolve conflicts.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“First, we must prioritize prevention by teaching our children to cherish peace and reject war in order to protect them from the harm of extremist and terrorist ideologies. All sides should ensure that children are taught from an early age to embrace the values of peace and reject violence and conflict. The international community should take effective measures against online recruitment by terrorist organizations and the incitement to violence and extremism through the Internet. We should also mobilize families, schools and communities in helping children resist terrorist and extremist ideologies.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“The issue of children in armed conflict has been on the Council's agenda for more than 20 years, which means that children who were born when the Council adopted its first resolution on this issue - resolution 1261 (1999) - are now adults. We deeply regret that the continued outbreak of armed conflicts and the spread of terrorism have rendered children among the most vulnerable groups. Ruthless wars and heinous terrorist attacks have devastated the lives of innocent children, denying them love and care and bringing them untold suffering instead. Those children need tangible and effective protection from us, as well as utmost love and care. It is incumbent upon the international community to do so. In that regard, I would like to stress the following points.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China congratulates Sweden on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for this month. We welcome Prime Minister Lofven to New York and thank him for presiding over this open debate. We would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Gamba and UNICEF Executive Director Fore for their respective briefings. We also thank Ms. Londofio for her statement. The Council just unanimously adopted resolution 2427 (2018), on children and armed conflict. We applaud the enormous efforts Sweden undertook in holding consultations and building consensus.”
2018-07-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8305 (2018) · source
“China appreciates the work done by Ambassador Van Oosterom and his team in his capacity as Facilitator of the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015). China has taken note of the report submitted by the Joint Commission to the Security Council on the work of the Procurement Working Group, and will continue to take an active part in the work of the Joint Commission and the Procurement Working Group. China consistently stands for the settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue through political and diplomatic means and is committed to the strengthening of the international nuclear non-proliferation regime and the maintenance of international and regional peace and stability. China will objectively, impartially and responsibly maintain its dialogue with all parties concerned to continue to preserve and implement the J CPOA.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/602) is an important component of the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA. The report welcomes the commitment of the parties concerned to maintain the full implementation of the JCPOA and reflects Iran's effort to implement the agreement in an objective manner, which China acknowledges. China has also noted that, in his report, the Secretary-General expressed his deep regret with regard to the withdrawal of the United States from the JCPOA. In the meantime, China believes that the report of the Secretary-General should reflect the implementation efforts in an objective, balanced and comprehensive manner, and take the legitimate concerns of Iran into a consideration. The Secretariat should act in strict accordance with its mandates and functions.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source
“The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reported 11 times in a row that Iran has been implementing its nuclear-related commitments under the JCPOA. The coordination between the Security Council and the Procurement Channel is working as expected. The experience in the past three years has fully shown that the JCPOA is an effective agreement. China commends the efforts of all the parties concerned to implement the JCPOA and expresses regret with regard to the withdrawal of the United States from the agreement. China calls on all parties to assume a responsible attitude, bear in mind the long-term and broader situation, commit to patiently engaging in dialogue and cooperation in order to preserve the seriousness and authority of the JCPOA, and resolve issues through dialogue and negotiation.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source
“Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to thank Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo, Ambassador Van Oosterom and Ambassador Vale de Almeida for their briefings and to express my appreciation for their work. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on Iran's nuclear programme represents an important achievement of multilateralism and a success story in addressing international and regional hotspot issues through political and diplomatic means. It has played an important role in upholding the international nuclear non-proliferation regime and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East. As such, it is generally welcome by the international community.”
2018-06-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8297 (2018) · source
“In accordance with the provisions set out in the relevant Security Council resolutions, China will continue to work with all other parties to help the country leverage its comprehensive and comparative advantages, participate in regional economic cooperation and connectivity and achieve economic and social development. In conclusion, I would like to commend the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and voice support for the positive role that UNAMA has played in helping Afghanistan promote the political process, safeguard national security, foster economic development and enhance its governance capacity. China will continue to support UNAMA and Special Representative Yamamoto in their work.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“China is ready to continue to use the mechanisms I just referred to in order to strengthen cooperation with Afghanistan and other countries in the region to jointly address the threat of terrorism and promote regional peace, stability and development. Afghanistan is an important country within the Belt and Road Initiative. Security Council resolutions have pointed out time and again that all parties should take advantage of the Initiative to promote economic development in Afghanistan and regional cooperation, in that regard, so as to help Afghanistan achieve stability and prosperity and, through dialogue and cooperation, make concerted efforts to create a community with a shared future for humankind.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“Subsequent to the first Foreign Ministers' dialogue with Afghanistan and Pakistan hosted by China last December, China hosted in Beijing in May a Deputy Foreign Minister-level strategic dialogue among China, Afghanistan and Pakistan, as well as a Deputy Foreign Minister-level counter-terrorism security consultation among those three countries and a Deputy Foreign Minister-level meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)-Afghanistan Contact Group. President Ghani, as Head of an observer nation, attended the eighteenth meeting ofthe Council of Heads of SCO member States in Qingdao, China, in early June. All of the activities I just mentioned achieved positive results in promoting a political settlement of the Afghanistan issue, while strengthening regional cooperation and advancing counter-terrorism efforts.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“We should firmly support an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace and reconciliation process, including supporting the role that the Kabul process continues to play. We support the Afghan Government in reaching an agreement on national reconciliation with armed opposition groups, including the Taliban, and launching the peace process. The Taliban should actively respond to the peace initiative of the Afghan Government and commit to lasting peace and stability in the country. As a historically friendly neighbour ofAfghanistan, China has always supported the country in achieving peace, security, stability and development as soon as possible.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source
“The international community should strengthen coordination and cooperation in combating regional forces of terrorism. Strengthening governance is an important guarantee for promoting peace and reconstruction in Afghanistan. Afghan affairs should ultimately be determined by the Afghan people. All political parties in the country should strengthen unity and resolve differences through dialogue and consultation. The international community must earnestly respect the Afghan people's right to independently choose their political system and path to development. In accordance with Afghanistan's national development strategy and specific needs, it should help the Afghan Government improve its governance capacity in a targeted manner. Advancing national reconciliation is essential to resolving the question of Afghanistan.”
2018-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8294 (2018) · source