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1. “China calls on the Security Council and the international community to remain united and work with a greater sense of urgency to promote a political settlement to the question of Palestine, which is in the fundamental interests of Palestinians and Israelis alike and is the common aspiration of the people of the Middle East and the world at large. . The two-State solution is the correct way to resolve the Palestinian issue.”

   2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source

2. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): Ithank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing. The question of Palestine is fundamental to the situation in the Middle East and to the issue of achieving peace there. Only by fully resolving it can the situation in the Middle East be fundamentally alleviated. At he construction of settlements continues with rising violence, and tensions in the Gaza Strip are obvious. China is closely following such developments and is concerned about the high number of casualties resulting from the conflict.”

   2018-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8244 (2018) · source

3. “In the later stages of peacekeeping operations, there should be plans for peacebuilding efforts after the withdrawal of such operations. If their mandates already include peacebuilding-related elements, peacekeeping operations should ensure a smooth transition of related functions. The United Nations peacebuilding architecture is mandated by the General Assembly and the Security Council. China stands ready to actively assist the Security Council to play its role in building peace and fulfilling its Charter responsibilities to maintain international peace and security.”

   2018-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8243 (2018) · source

4. “Thirdly, we must ensure that the advisory role of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) to the Security Council is fully undertaken. The PBC, which is jointly mandated by the General Assembly and the Security Council, has the advantage of integrating the political, security and development aspects. We welcome a greater role for the PBC as it provides useful and valuable recommendations to the Security Council. Fourthly, we must ensure a smooth transition between peacekeeping operations and peacebuilding. It is imperative that, once the desired objectives for peacekeeping operations have been largely achieved, peacebuilding should follow suit in a timely manner to prevent the countries concerned from returning to conflict.”

   2018-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8243 (2018) · source

5. “The Security Council and the international community should, on the basis of respect for the sovereignty of the countries concerned, actively support those countries in promoting the process of achieving peace in keeping with their specific situation; promote national reconciliation; continue to de-escalate the situation; seek to resolve such hotspot issues; and effectively prevent a relapse into conflict by creating conditions conducive to peacebuilding. Secondly, the relevant United Nations agencies, in their peacebuilding efforts, should have a strong focus and clearly identified priorities. The United Nations should respect the will and ownership of post-conflict countries when providing constructive support and assistance based on their needs on the ground and strictly carry out its work in accordance with mandates.”

   2018-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8243 (2018) · source

6. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes Peru's initiative to convene today's high- level open meeting. We welcome your presence here in New York, Foreign Minister Popolizio Bardales, and thank you for presiding over today's meeting. As the key organ of the United Nations responsible for peace and security, the Security Council bears primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. The Council should therefore play an important role in strengthening the work of the United Nations in the areas of peacebuilding and sustaining peace. To that end, I wish to emphasize the following points. First, we must push for political solutions to the hotspot issues that exist in various regions.”

   2018-04-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8243 (2018) · source

7. “Together with other members of the Council, China is ready to make a greater contribution to the ongoing facilitation of the peace process and the early achievement of overall peace and security in Colombia.”

   2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

8. “China commends the important role played by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Arnault, and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia in facilitating the Colombian peace process. We hope that the Mission will continue to enhance its communication with the Government and the Fuerza Alternativa Revolucionaria del Comun and do more to build trust and facilitate the implementation of the peace agreement. China applauds the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) for honouring its commitment to a unilateral ceasefire during the parliamentary elections this year. We hope that the Verification Mission will continue to leverage its role in urging the ELN to reach a new ceasefire agreement with the Government as soon as possible.”

   2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

9. “We hope that the parties concerned in Colombia can meet each other halfway, overcome difficulties and continue to consistently facilitate the peace process in order to maintain the positive momentum of the Colombian peace process and establish conditions conducive to the full implementation of the Peace Agreement between the Government and FARC-EP. The Colombian peace process is irreversible, based on a high-level consensus among all parties in Colombia and the international community. The Security Council and the international community must continue to play close attention to and support the peace process, respect the ownership of the Government and the people of Colombia with regard to the process and provide constructive assistance to the overall implementation of the Peace Agreement.”

   2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

10. “It is also instrumental to maintaining peace and stability in the whole region. China commends the commitment and relentless efforts made by the Colombian Government, President Santos Calderon, and all other parties concerned. A comprehensive implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace signed between the Government and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia- Ejercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP) is central to the Colombian peace process. Currently, the implementation of the Peace Agreement is facing some challenges.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

11. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): On behalf of the Chinese Mission in New York and me personally, I express our deepest condolences with regard to the untimely passing of Ambassador Tanoh- Boutchoue to his family and to the Permanent Mission and Government of Cote d'Ivoire. Mr. Tanoh-Boutchoue was a senior diplomat and our close colleague and friend. His passing is extremely tragic. I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I also welcome His Excellency Mr. Naranjo Trujillo, Vice-President of Colombia, for his presence and Her Excellency the Foreign Minister of Colombia for attending the meeting. I thank Special Representative Arnault for his briefing. The Colombian peace process is crucial to achieving comprehensive peace and development in Colombia.”

    2018-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8238 (2018) · source

12. “The international community is facing numerous challenges and all parties should reject the Cold War mentality, join hands to maintain world peace, stability and security; remain committed to a new type of international relations based on mutual respect, equity, justice and win-Win cooperation; and build a community of a shared future for humankind. Council members in particular should remain united so as to jointly fulfil the responsibilities of maintaining world peace and security.”

    2018-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8237 (2018) · source

13. “At the same time, we also note that the parties concerned have yet to agree on mutually acceptable conclusions. Further investigations are required to determine the nature of the incident and the parties to be held accountable. China believes that a comprehensive, objective and impartial investigation should be conducted, and on the basis of solid evidence, conclusions that can stand the test of facts and history should be drawn. In the current circumstances, all parties should pursue their consultations and carry out further investigations to uncover the truth.”

    2018-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8237 (2018) · source

14. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I would like to thank High Representative Nakamitsu for her briefing. China has been closely following the developments related to the Salisbury incident since it took place in the United Kingdom in March. We support addressing the issue within the framework of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) in accordance with the provisions of the Chemical Weapons Convention. I wish to reiterate that China is firmly opposed to the use of chemical weapons by any State, any organization or any individual under any circumstances. That is our categorical and consistent position. We take note that the OPCW Technical Secretariat has recently issued a report on technical assistance provided with regard to the Salisbury incident.”

    2018-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8237 (2018) · source

15. “China urges the parties concerned to refrain from any act that could lead to an escalation of the situation, return to the norms of international law and resolve issues through dialogue and consultation. A political settlement is the only way to resolve the situation in Syria. China is committed to working with the international community to facilitate peace talks, encourage the cessation of hostilities, violence and terrorism, and advance the process for a political settlement, including through the Geneva peace talks. Given the current situation, it is imperative for the international community to enhance cooperation and support the United Nations as the primary mediator to restore peace, stability and calm in Syria and the Middle East as soon as possible.”

    2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source

16. “I reiterate that China has always promoted the peaceful settlement of disputes and objects to the use of force in international relations. We choose to respect the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of all countries. Any action taken by the parties concerned must be in line with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. All action must be taken within the framework of international law. Any unilateral military action that circumvents the Council contravenes the purposes and principles of the Charter and violates the basic norms of international law and international relations, and will compound efforts to settle the crisis in Syria.”

    2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source

17. “More than a month ago, through the concerted efforts of all parties concerned, the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 2401 (2018), reflecting its solidarity and consensus on the humanitarian situation in Syria. China calls on all parties in Syria to comply with the resolution in order to achieve an immediate cessation of hostilities, provide humanitarian assistance and actively coordinate with United Nations humanitarian assistance efforts. The United Nations and the international community must implement resolution 2401 (2018), pay equal attention to the humanitarian situation in all regions in Syria, provide assistance to all areas in need of humanitarian assistance, and help displaced persons return home as soon as possible.”

    2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source

18. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the initiative taken by Russia to convene today's public meeting. We thank Under-Secretary-General Lowcock for his briefing and commend the United Nations on its efforts to ease the humanitarian situation in Syria. The Syrian conflict has lasted more than seven years, inflicting endless suffering on the Syrian people. It is our strong hope that all parties in Syria can resolve their issues through dialogue and consultations. It is imperative that the international community play a constructive role to immediately ease the humanitarian crisis in Syria. As always, China will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Syria.”

    2018-04-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8236 (2018) · source

19. “China urges the parties involved to remain calm, exercise restraint, return to the framework of international law and resolve issues through dialogue and negotiations We support the role of the United Nations as the main channel for mediation, and we will spare no effort to reach a political settlement of the situation in Syria together with the international community.”

    2018-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8233 (2018) · source

20. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China has always opposed the use of force in the context of international relations. We advocate for respecting the sovereignty, independence, unity, and the territorial integrity of all countries. Any unilateral military action bypassing the Security Council runs counter to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, violates the principles of international law and the basic norms governing international relations and, in the present case, will further complicate the Syrian issue. Based on that principled position, China voted in favour of draft resolution S/2018/355, proposed by the Russian Federation. I would like to emphasize here that a political settlement is the only viable pathway to solving the Syrian issue.”

    2018-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8233 (2018) · source

21. “There is no alternative to a political settlement in resolving the Syrian issue. The parties concerned in the international community should continue to support the role of the United Nations as the main mediator and should work together unremittingly towards a political settlement of the Syrian issue. I would like to restate that China stands ready to continue its positive and constructive role in the efforts to achieve a political settlement of the Syrian issue in the interests of peace and stability in the Middle East and in the world at large.”

    2018-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8233 (2018) · source

22. “Any unilateral military actions that circumvent the Security Council contravene the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, violate the basic norms enshrined in international law and those governing international relations, and would hamper the settlement of the Syrian issue with new compounding factors. We urge all the parties concerned to refrain from any actions that may lead to a further escalation of the situation, to return to the framework of international law and to resolve the issue through dialogue and consultation. China believes a comprehensive, impartial and objective investigation of the suspected chemical-weapons attack in Syria is necessary in order to arrive at a reliable conclusion that can withstand the test of history. Until that happens, no party must prejudge the outcome.”

    2018-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8233 (2018) · source

23. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank the Secretary-General for his briefing. Just yesterday we were gathered in this Chamber for a meeting on the situation in Syria, during which China made clear its position on the issue of Syria, expressed profound concern about the further escalation of the tensions in Syria and made a clarion call for a political solution to the issue of Syria (see S/PV.8231). I would like to restate the following. China has consistently stood for the peaceful settlement of disputes and against the use of force in international relations. We advocate respect for the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of all countries.”

    2018-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8233 (2018) · source

24. “At this critical juncture, the Council must rightfully discharge its sacred responsibility emanating from the Charter of the United Nations; act in line with the dictates of our times; build unity and consensus and do its utmost to maintain peace; leave no stone unturned in its efforts to prevent war; and live up to the trust and expectations of the international community. China is and has always been a builder of world peace, a contributor to global development and a defender of the international order. China stands ready to continue its unflagging efforts to safeguard peace and stability in the Middle East and the world at large, in a spirit of responsibility to history and to the peoples of the world.”

    2018-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8231 (2018) · source

25. “China calls on the international community to steadfastly continue its diplomatic efforts, tirelessly stay the course so as to settle the Syrian issue politically, give full play to the role of the United Nations as the main mediator, and resolve without delay the Syrian issue comprehensively, justly and adequately, in keeping with the provisions of the relevant Security Council resolutions. The people ofthe world yearn for peace and oppose war. The situation in Syria has ramifications for peace and stability in the Middle East and the world at large, as well as for the credibility and authority of the Council.”

    2018-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8231 (2018) · source

26. “To take unilateral military action by circumventing the Security Council is inconsistent with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and runs counter to the basic norms enshrined in international law and those governing international relations. Syria's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity must be fully respected. We call on the parties concerned to remain calm, exercise restraint, refrain from any move that could lead to further escalation of the situation and resolve the issue peacefully through consultation and dialogue. China is convinced that there can be no military solution to the Syrian issue; the only way out is a political settlement. China supports the United Nations in playing an active role in safeguarding the authority and standing of the Organization and its Security Council.”

    2018-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8231 (2018) · source

27. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Secretary-General Guterres for his briefing and deeply appreciate his tireless efforts on the issue of the Middle East and that of Syria. The current situation in Syria is perilous. The country is at the crossroads of war and peace, and China is following the developments there with great concern. The possibility of an escalation of tensions worries us deeply. The pressing priority of the moment is to launch a comprehensive, objective and impartial investigation into the relevant incidents in order to arrive at authoritative conclusions. China has consistently stood in favour of the peaceful settlement of disputes and opposed the routine use or threat of force in international relations.”

    2018-04-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8231 (2018) · source

28. “Last but not least, China is ready to work with other Member States to further improve United Nations peacekeeping operations so that the world can enjoy lasting peace and universal security.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

29. “We have established a peacekeeping standby force of 8,000 troops and two standby peacekeeping police units, and have completed their registration in the United Nations Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System. We have sent our first helicopter squad to a United Nations peacekeeping operation in Africa and are giving the African Union active military assistance. The China-United Nations Peace and Development Fund views peacekeeping capacity-building as an important task, through which it aims to assist the United Nations in enhancing the safety and security of peacekeepers and supporting developing countries, particularly African countries, in building their peacekeeping capacities.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

30. “We are the second-largest troop- contributing country among Security Council members and the second-largest financial contributor to United Nations peacekeeping operations, with 2,500 Chinese peacekeepers now deployed in 10 missions, including those in South Sudan, Mali, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Darfur. In the face of complex security situations and difficult natural conditions, they are working diligently to maintain peace and protect local civilians, and winning praise for the United Nations and its peacekeeping operations. China is actively honouring the commitment that our President, Xi Jinping, announced to United Nations peacekeeping operations.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

31. “Their capacity-building in peacekeeping must be strengthened. It is also important to ensure targeted training and resources for peacekeeping operations. Attention and support must be given to the African Union and the other regional and subregional organizations that are playing an important role in the maintenance of international peace and security in Africa. The African Union must be assisted so as to enable it to establish an African standby force and quick reaction force as soon as possible. China supports African Union's proposal on funding for United Nations peacekeeping operations and hopes to see details on the African Union-owned peacekeeping operations. China has actively participated in United Nations peacekeeping operations and has made major contributions to them.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

32. “Both the Secretariat and the peacekeeping missions should prioritize the safety and security of peacekeepers by establishing rules in that regard, enhancing the in-house monitoring and analysis of the local security situation, improving early-warning capabilities and internal information-sharing on potential security threats and ensuring that funds and equipment are available for the purpose. It is important to enhance and guarantee medical capabilities, particularly for medical treatment and evacuation during emergencies. Fourthly, it is crucial to enhance troop- contributing countries' capacity-building and expand partnerships with regional organizations. The international community should take the real needs of troop-contributing countries, especially when they are developing countries, into full consideration.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

33. “In due course, workable exit strategies must be formulated, if the conditions allow and the host countries request it. Troop-contributing countries must be given more opportunities to take part in the discussion as mandates are developed and adjusted, which will also help to improve them. Thirdly, it is important to strengthen the support and guarantees that the Secretariat provides to peacekeeping operations. The logistical support for peacekeeping operations must be optimized so as to ensure the maximum effectiveness of the resources allocated to them.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

34. “It is important to fully respect the sovereignty of host countries, strengthen communication with them and, based on a response to their real needs, help them achieve peace and stability and enhance their capacity-building in that regard. It is important to avoid arbitrarily taking over responsibilities that fall under the purview of national sovereignty. Secondly, Security Council mandates must be explicit and feasible, and have a clear focus. The Council must give priority to political settlements, focus on the core tasks of peacekeeping and take into full consideration the situation on the ground, the resources available, the capacities of troop-contributing countries and other important factors. The priorities and core tasks must be adjusted in a timely fashion as the situation dictates.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

35. “Their continually expanding mandates are supported by only limited resources, and Member States and the Secretariat should work together to help the peacekeeping operations adapt in the light of the constantly evolving situations on the ground. China is determined to participate actively in the reform of the United Nations peace and security architecture and internal management, and will work together with all the relevant parties to improve the ability of United Nations peacekeeping operations to maintain world peace. First, it is important to adhere to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the fundamental principles guiding our peacekeeping operations. That is both a prerequisite ofand a guarantee that the missions can conduct their work effectively and win the trust of host countries.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

36. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China is grateful to the presidency of the Netherlands for convening today's open debate, and welcomes you, Prime Minister Rutte, to the Council. I would also like to thank the Secretary-General and Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union, for their briefings. I have also listened carefully to the statement by Ms. Toure. I would first like to pay full tribute to the peacekeepers around the world who are serving in the cause of peace. In the 70 years of the history of United Nations peacekeeping operations, these missions have made an enormous contribution to the maintenance of peace and security. In recent years, they have been faced with more complex environments and mandates, with ever-increasing asymmetric security risks and peacekeeper casualties.”

    2018-03-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8218 (2018) · source

37. “We will work hard to ensure that the Belt and Road Initiative is aligned with the development strategies of African countries, the AU's Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, so as to create greater benefits for the peoples of Africa and bring peace, stability and development to the African continent as soon as possible. Last but not least, I would like to stress that as always, China will continue to stand together with all the developing countries of Africa. We will always be sincere friends and reliable partners of Africa.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

38. “As a good friend, brother and partner of the continent, China will continue to act on the principles of sincerity, practical results, affinity and good faith that guide China's Africa policy, as well as on the values of friendship, justice and shared interests, both articulated by President Xi Jinping, and it will firmly support Africa's peace and development efforts. In September, China will host a Beijing summit forum on China-Africa cooperation, focusing on China and Africa's joint efforts to build the Belt and Road Initiative and on the China-Africa Community of a Shared Future.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

39. “It is therefore important to ensure that the international community fully respects African countries' ownership in resolving their own security concerns, deepens coordination with countries in the Lake Chad basin and regional and subregional organizations such as the AU, the Economic Community of West African States and the Lake Chad Basin Commission, and enhances cooperation with them in areas such as conflict prevention, crisis management and post- conflict reconstruction. China and Africa are a community with a shared future, as well as a community of shared interests and win-win cooperation Strengthening solidarity and cooperation with African countries remains a key foundation of China's foreign policy.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

40. “This means in particular that support and assistance should be provided to African countries, including those in the Lake Chad basin, in their efforts to reduce poverty and increase employment, with the aim of improving economic and social development levels, delivering a tangible peace dividend to their peoples, and rooting out breeding grounds of conflict and extremism. Thirdly, the unique role of regional organizations should be actively brought to bear. The African Union (AU) and other regional and subregional organizations in Africa have an intimate knowledge of regional and national realities and have long been mediating complex regional hotspot issues, leveraging their unique geographic, historical and cultural advantages.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

41. “Secondly, we should give Africa effective assistance in addressing the root causes of conflict. The continent's hotspot issues are a mass of intertwined national, ethnic, religious and social issues. African countries have two big jobs to do - maintaining peace and security, on the one hand, and promoting revitalization and development, on the other, and to do that they must address both the root causes and the symptoms. While it is important to resolve the ongoing peace and security challenges, it is even more important to address their root causes from a long-term perspective.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

42. “The international community must uphold common counter-terrorism standards and support Africa's anti-terrorism efforts. The United Nations must provide tangible assistance to African countries in their anti-terrorism capacity- building so that their counter-terrorism efforts are more effective. China commends the fact that the countries of the Lake Chad basin and the Sahel have assumed ownership of the issue and have been working jointly for peace by actively combating regional terrorist threats. While maintaining respect for the sovereignty and wishes of host countries, the United Nations and the international community should provide targeted assistance to countries of the region in areas such as technology, training, equipment, logistics and financial support.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

43. “Meanwhile, Africa continues to face challenges to peace and security. In certain regions, including the Lake Chad basin, terrorist and violent extremist activities are still rampant. Transnational organized crimes such as drug smuggling and human trafficking continue to endanger the safety of the African people. As a result, the countries affected are suffering the effects of sluggish economic growth, along with persistent serious unemployment, poverty and refugee issues. It is therefore imperative that the international community take concrete measures to help Africa build its capacity to ensure peace and security. First, the international community must firmly support Africa in its fight against the terrorist threats. Counter-terrorism in Africa is an integral part of the global counter-terrorism effort.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

44. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): Mr. President, China commends the initiative you have taken as President of the Security Council to convene today's open meeting. We thank Deputy Secretary- General Amina Mohammed, Mr. Mohammed Bila, representative of the Lake Chad Basin Commission, and Ms. Chitra Nagarajan, Senior Conflict Adviser of Adelphi, for their briefings. In recent years we have seen African countries standing united and making concerted efforts to strengthen themselves, finding African solutions to African issues and developing more robust collective security mechanisms for the region. They have thereby not only strongly defended Africa's peace and security but have also contributed significantly to international peace and security. China applauds those efforts.”

    2018-03-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8212 (2018) · source

45. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): China has noted the recent poisoning incident in the United Kingdom. We take note of the statements made by relevant countries on this incident. We hope that a comprehensive, objective and impartial investigation can be conducted, based on the facts and in accordance with the relevant international rules, and that it can reach an evidence-based conclusion that can stand the test of facts and history. We hope that the relevant parties can handle the issue through the appropriate channels.”

    2018-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8203 (2018) · source

46. “It has also come to our attention that the parties to the conflict continue to attack each other and that owing to the shelling the humanitarian corridor has not been able to serve its full purpose. We urge all parties concerned to make joint efforts, exert their influence and ensure that resolution 2401 (2018) is effectively and earnestly implemented. All members of the Security Council should maintain their unity and jointly stay on track to find a political solution to the Syrian issue, support the early resumption of the Geneva peace talks and urge all parties in Syria to achieve a solution acceptable to all as soon as possible, through a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process, in order to ease the suffering of the Syrian people. China will continue to make unremitting efforts to that end.”

    2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

47. “On 24 February, the members of the Security Council, leaving aside their differences, unanimously adopted resolution 2401 (2018). This upheld the unity of the Council and provided a rare opportunity for a ceasefire, halting the violence and easing the suffering of the Syrian people. After the resolution was adopted, we saw that United Nations humanitarian relief convoys had overcome difficulties of all kinds and entered eastern Ghouta, delivering much-needed assistance to the people there. With Russia announcing the implementation of the temporary ceasefire, a humanitarian corridor was opened for the Syrian people. We saw that some civilians, including children, had already entered the safe area through the humanitarian corridor and received relief and assistance.”

    2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

48. “Mr. Ma Zhaoxu (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like at the outset to thank Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for his briefing. China appreciates the positive efforts made by the United Nations and the Secretary- General to alleviate the humanitarian situation in the Syrian regions affected. China sympathizes with the suffering of the Syrian people and has consistently been working hard to help them. Last month we channelled assistance through the International Committee of the Red Cross, sending water, food, medical services and shelter to internally displaced persons in Syria. We are extremely concerned at the fact that the people of Syria are suffering from the conflict. No act of violence against innocent civilians can be tolerated. This situation must end.”

    2018-03-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8201 (2018) · source

49. “We are ready to continue to take advantage of mechanisms such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the Afghanistan contact group. engage with countries of the region, including Afghanistan and Pakistan, combat terrorism, address threats from terrorism and safeguard regional peace and stability. Finally, I would like to point out that China commends the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) on its work and supports its positive role in helping Afghanistan to promote a political process that safeguards national security, fosters economic development, enhances its governance capacity and provides support to the upcoming Afghan parliamentary and district council elections. China will continue to support UNAMA and Special Representative Yamamoto in their efforts.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source

50. “We stand ready to join the international community to create a favourable external environment for peace talks between the Government and the Taliban and contribute to achieving lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan. Improving the security situation serves as a basis for achieving stability in Afghanistan. China supports the country in strengthening capacity-building in the security sector. We have taken an active part in regional counter-terrorism cooperation. In November 2017 China, Afghanistan and Pakistan held trilateral Vice-Foreign Minister consultations on countering terrorism. We are now consulting on a trilateral memorandum of understanding on counter-terrorism and cooperation. In December 2017 China hosted the first Foreign Ministers dialogue with Afghanistan and Pakistan.”

    2018-03-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8199 (2018) · source