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Qin Huasun

lines on the record: 629
first: 1995-06-09
most recent: 2000-01-31
sittings or episodes: 119
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“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Tajikistan, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Alimov (Tajikistan) took a seat at the Council table. The President (interpretation from Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
1996-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3665 (1996) · source
“The Council will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/l996/24. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The meeting rose at 12.40 pm.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“In the light of recent developments, it requests the Secretary- General and Member States concerned to continue to facilitate, as a matter of urgency, contingency planning for a rapid humanitarian response in the event of widespread violence or a serious deterioration in the humanitarian situation in Burundi. It also encourages the Secretary-General further to pursue planning for steps that might be taken to support a possible political agreement. "The Security Council reminds all parties of their responsibilities for restoring peace and stability in Burundi, and recalls its readiness, as set out in resolution 1040 (1996), to consider the adoption of further measures should the parties fail to demonstrate the necessary political will for a peaceful solution to the crisis.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“In this regard, the Council expresses its support for the efforts of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and its observer mission (MIOB) and calls upon all States to contribute generously to the OAU Peace Fund in order to enable the OAU to increase the size of the mission and to extend its mandate beyond July 1996. "The Security Council welcomes the endorsement by the Secretary-General of the conclusions of the technical mission providing for United Nations radio broadcasts in Burundi and looks forward to being kept informed by him of progress made in the implementation of their recommendations. "The Security Council reiterates the importance it attaches to the contingency planning called for in paragraph 13 of resolution 1049 (1996), and notes the consultations which have already taken place.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“The Council calls upon the parties to make full use of the meeting to achieve progress towards national reconciliation. It also supports the efforts of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative to that end. "The Council emphasizes the importance of the continued cooperation of the United Nations with the Organization of African Unity, the European Union and other interested countries and organizations in coordination with former President Nyerere aimed at achieving the objective of a comprehensive political dialogue between the parties in Burundi.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council stresses the importance of the commencement of the National Debate provided for in the Convention of Government, as an appropriate mechanism for a wide ranging political dialogue in which all parties to the conflict should participate without any preconditions. The Council reaffirms its support for the convening of the Regional Conference on Peace, Security and Development in the Great Lakes Region and calls upon all the States concerned to render their cooperation for the convening of the conference. "The Security Council reiterates its full support for the ongoing efforts of former President Nyerere to facilitate negotiations and political dialogue to resolve the crisis in Burundi and looks forward to a successful outcome of the upcoming meeting in Mwanza, Tanzania, on 22 May 1996.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“It calls on the parties and all concerned to refrain from any action that could aggravate the problem of refugees. "The Security Council strongly condemns any use of violence and emphasizes its conviction that a lasting settlement of the situation in Burundi can only be found through peaceful means. The Council calls on the parties to engage in a comprehensive political dialogue aimed at achieving national reconciliation in Burundi. The Council urges once again the authorities and all parties concerned in Burundi to set aside their differences, renounce the use of force and demonstrate a firm political will for a prompt settlement of the conflict.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“Following consultations among the members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council has considered the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Burundi, dated 3 May 1996 (S/ 1996/335) submitted pursuant to resolution 1049 (1996). "The Security Council is gravely concerned at the continued deterioration of the security situation in Burundi, in particular at reports of a downward spiral of violence which has resulted in further large-scale killings in Buhoro and Kivyuka, and at the increasing flow of refugees from Burundi. The Council is deeply concerned that relief organizations have been prevented from delivering vital humanitarian and development assistance in Burundi, and at the suffering which this imposes on the people of Burundi.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Burundi, document S/ 1996/335. I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to document S/l996/34l, which contains the text of a letter dated 8 May 1996 from the Permanent Representative of Burundi to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council.”
1996-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3664 (1996) · source
“The Council calls upon all States which have not already done so to make provision in their domestic law enabling them to comply fully with their obligations with respect to cooperation with the Tribunal. "The Security Council will remain seized of the matter." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1996/23. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6 pm.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council deplores the failure to date of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to execute the arrest warrants issued by the Tribunal against the three individuals referred to in the letter of 24 April 1996, and calls for the execution of those arrest warrants without delay. "The Security Council calls upon all States and others concerned to comply fully with their obligations with respect to cooperation with the Tribunal, and in particular their obligation to execute arrest warrants transmitted to them by the Tribunal. It recalls the provisions of its resolution 1022 (1995) of 22 November 1995 which notes inter alia that compliance with the requests and orders of the Tribunal constitutes an essential aspect of implementing the Peace Agreement.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council recalls its decision in resolution 827 (1993) that all States shall cooperate fully with the International Tribunal and its organs in accordance with that resolution and the Statute of the Tribunal and that consequently all States shall take any measures necessary under their domestic law to implement the provisions of the resolution and the Statute, including the obligation of States to comply with requests for assistance or orders issued by Trial Chamber under Article 29 of the Statute. The Council underlines the importance of these obligations, as well as the obligations undertaken by the parties to the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the annexes thereto (the Peace Agreement, S/ 1995/999, annex) to cooperate fully with the International Tribunal.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“Following consultations among the members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses its profound concern at recent instances of failure to cooperate with the International Tribunal established pursuant to resolution 827 (1993) of 25 May 1993, and in particular the failure of cooperation by the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia described in the letter of 24 April 1996 from the President of the Tribunal to the President of the Council (S/1996/319).”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“I should like to draw the attention of the members of the Council to the following other documents: S/1996/300, letter dated 19 April 1996 from the Permanent Representative of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council; S/ 1996/306 letter dated 19 April 1996 from the Permanent Representative of Croatia to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council; and S/1996/339, letter dated 8 May 1996 from the Charge d'Affaires ad interim of the Permanent Mission of Yugoslavia to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/l996/319, which contains the text of a letter dated 24 April 1996 from the President of the International Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of the Former Yugoslavia addressed to the President of the Security Council.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3663 (1996) · source
“Chinese President Jiang Zemin is starting his visit to six African countries today. This once again shows that the traditional friendship between China and the African continent is being further consolidated and strengthened. I now resume my capacity as President of the Security Council. There are no further speakers on my list. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of the item on the agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 5.50 pm.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“III personnel, and hope that they will closely cooperate and work together with UNAVEM. III to bring peace to Angola. The Angolan question has now become the last hot spot to be settled in southern Africa. We are in favour of continued vigorous support for the Angolan peace process by the international community in order to bring about peace and tranquillity in the whole of southern Africa. It was on the basis of those considerations that the Chinese delegation voted in favour of the resolution just adopted. The Chinese Government and people have always been concerned about the destiny of the African people and sympathized with and supported the peace cause of the African countries. It is a cornerstone of China's foreign policy to attach importance to developing friendly relations and cooperation with the African countries.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“Any delay on the question will seriously affect the whole peace process and will not be conducive to mutual trust between the two sides in Angola. Therefore, we urge UNITA to fulfil its commitment as soon as possible by quartering its forces within the fixed timetable. UNAVEM. III has since its establishment made important contributions in supervising the implementation of the Lusaka Protocol and promoting and consolidating the peace process in Angola. Today, UNAVEM. III has become the largest United Nations peace-keeping operation, whose ultimate success or failure will be a major test for the United Nations. The Chinese delegation is very much concerned about its deployment environment and the implementation of its mandate. We call on the parties concerned in Angola to earnestly ensure the safety of UNAVEM.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“We appreciate and encourage any move that will help create a favourable atmosphere for Angola's peace process, for peace will benefit, while fighting will hurt, all. A final settlement of the Angolan question will, in the final analysis, rely on the political decision to be made by the parties in Angola out of the fundamental interests of the Angolan people. Meanwhile, we are deeply worried about the repeated delay in implementing the Lusaka Protocol. The current slow progress in the Angolan peace process is inconsistent with the spirit of the Protocol reached by the parties concerned, nor is it what the international community would like to see. The quartering of forces in accordance with the Protocol is one of the key links in the Angolan peace process.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of Poland for his kind words addressed to me. I shall now make a statement in my capacity as the representative of China. The Chinese Government has been following very closely the peace process in Angola. The Angolan people, who have suffered greatly from the scourge of war, are looking forward to the final arrival of peace. To achieve national reconciliation and peace in Angola represents not only the strong desire of the Angolan people, but also the common aspiration of the international community. We are pleased to note that since the meeting between President Jose Eduardo Dos Santos and Chairman Jonas Savimbi in early March in Libreville, Gabon, there has been some improvement in Angola's political atmosphere. Particularly, progress has been made in the military aspects of the peace process.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of Guinea-Bissau for the kind words he addressed to me. I now put to the vote the draft resolution contained in document S/1996/336. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Botswana, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Poland, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America The President (interpretation from Chinese): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1055 (1996). I shall now call on those members of the Council who wish to make statements following the voting.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“I thank the representative of Italy for the kind words he addressed to me. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection it is so decided. I shall first call on those members of the Council who wish to make statements before the voting.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III), document S/ 1996/328. Members of the Council also have before them document S/ 1996/336, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. Members of the Council have received photocopies of a letter dated 8 May 1996 from the Permanent Representative of Angola addressed to the President of the Security Council, which will be issued as document S/ 1996/340. The first speaker on my list is the representative of Angola, on whom I now call.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Angola in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Carneiro (Angola) took a seat at the Council table. The President (interpretation from Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
1996-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3662 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council stresses the importance it attaches to the ECOWAS Summit meeting to be held in Accra on 8 May 1996 and urges the leaders of the Liberian factions to reaffirm by concrete positive actions their commitment to the Abuja Agreement." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ 1996/22. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on the agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 6.50 p.m.”
1996-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3661 (1996) · source
“"The Security Council calls upon the parties immediately to cease fighting, to observe the cease- fire and to return Monrovia to a safe haven under the protection of the Military Observer Group of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOMOG). It expresses its support for the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), including the role of ECOMOG, the bring this conflict to an end. "The Security Council regrets that the deterioration of the situation in Liberia has forced the evacuation of significant numbers of personnel of the United Nations Observer Mission in Liberia. The Council reminds all States of their obligation to comply with the embargo on all deliveries of weapons and military equipment to Liberia imposed by resolution 788 (1992).”
1996-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3661 (1996) · source
“The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Following consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council: "The Security Council expresses once again its grave concern at the deteriorating situation in Liberia. The Council strongly deplores the wanton killing and atrocities committed against innocent civilians by the forces of the warring factions. The escalating violence among the factions in violation of the Abuja Agreement puts the peace process at grave risk.”
1996-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3661 (1996) · source
“The situation in Liberia The President (interpretation from Chinese): I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Liberia in which he requests to be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ball (Liberia) took a seat at the Council table. The President (interpretation from Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
1996-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3661 (1996) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of May, I should like to take this opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to His Excellency Mr. Juan Somavia, Permanent Representative of Chile to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of April 1996. I am sure I speak for all members of the Security Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Somavia for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
1996-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3661 (1996) · source
“Egypt, Ethiopia and others have also done a great deal of painstaking investigative work in seeking to establish facts and track down the suspects. The Government of the Sudan has also publicly condemned terrorism and clearly stated its willingness to continue cooperation with the OAU and other States concerned, in order to have this problem properly resolved. It has also held consultations with these countries for this purpose. We appreciate and support all these efforts. We hope that the parties concerned will, through dialogue and consultation, and taking full advantage of the role of the OAU, continue their efforts in this regard.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“Our position was made clear by our delegation when Security Council resolution 1044 (1996) was adopted by the Council. I would also like to reaffirm once again our reservation on the part of the draft resolution that calls on the Sudan, in accordance with Security Council resolution 1044 (1996), to refrain from engaging in activities of assisting, supporting and facilitating terrorist activities. Accordingly, we will abstain in the voting on the draft resolution. Ever since the failed attempt on the life of President Mubarak in June last year, the United Nations, the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and others have all made tireless efforts in trying to resolve this question as early as possible.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“Facts have shown that sanctions are often in the way of a settlement and, worse still, they might even exacerbate tension, bring suffering to the countries and peoples of the region and have serious adverse effects not only on the target country, but also on the neighbouring countries. Although the draft resolution before us talks about diplomatic sanctions only, diplomatic sanctions are still a form of sanctions. And by invoking Chapter VII of the Charter, the draft resolution also makes reference to further measures to be taken by the Council, thus paving the way for possible strengthening of the sanctions. We are of the opinion that imposing sanctions on the Sudan before incontrovertible evidence is in hand will set a bad precedent for the future work of the Council.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“Secondly, we are of the View that this act of terrorism, like any other international question, should be addressed by the Council in accordance with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. It is necessary to base ourselves on facts, making sure that we stand on legal ground, pay attention to evidence and deal with this question in a fair, objective and serious manner. Thirdly, in principle, we are against frequent recourse to sanctions under Chapter VII of the Charter. No matter how complex the question may be and how difficult it is to resolve it, we should always insist on a peaceful solution through dialogue, consultation and mediation.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (interpretation from Chinese): On the Security Council's handling of the question pertaining to Security Council resolution 1044 (1996), our position has been made amply clear. First, the Chinese Government vigorously opposes and strongly condemns all forms of terrorism. We hold that terrorist activities not only wreak havoc on life, property and social stability, but also threaten international peace and security. We therefore have expressed our strong indignation at the attempted assassination of President Mubarak of Egypt and believe that terrorists involved in this attempt should be brought to justice. In this context, we fully understand the concern of Ethiopia, Egypt and others.”
1996-04-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3660 (1996) · source
“We therefore favour the adoption by the Council of appropriate measures to reduce or even stem the illegal flow of arms into the region and to work to increase mutual confidence between the countries of the Great Lakes region. We believe that in adopting actions in this area the Council should heed and respect the views of the country concerned and of the other countries concerned in the region. We have also noted that those measures have already received wide support among African countries, including Rwanda. On the basis of these considerations, the Chinese delegation will vote in favour of the draft resolution before the Council.”
1996-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3656 (1996) · source
“In our View, the core issue facing Rwanda remains a genuine realization of national reconciliation. We therefore hope for and support the efforts of the international community to help the Rwandan people and Government to achieve these objectives. It is precisely out of our sincere interest in peace and tranquillity for the Rwandan people that we express our deep concern over some of the problems reflected in the final report of the International Commission of Inquiry. We believe that the illegal flow of arms to the Great Lakes region constitutes a potential threat to peace and stability in the region and that it will impede the cause of reconstruction and development in the countries concerned, particularly Rwanda.”
1996-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3656 (1996) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese Government has all along shown great interest in developments in the Great Lakes region. We feel a deep sense of relief that after conflict and war Rwanda is moving gradually towards peace and stability. Peace in Rwanda has been difficult to attain and is the result of both the active promotion of the international community, including the United Nations and, even more so, of the aspirations and efforts of the people of Rwanda in their search for peaceful lives. It is sincerely hoped that Rwanda will smoothly embark on the path of reconstruction and development in an environment of peace and stability. We have also taken note of the fact that Rwanda is still confronted with some difficulties in achieving stability for the State and peace for its people.”
1996-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3656 (1996) · source
“We call upon the international community, including the United Nations and its agencies, to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to the civilians of Lebanon in order to alleviate their suffering. On the basis of these considerations, we voted in favour of the two draft resolutions. The progress in the peace process in the Middle East has not been achieved easily; therefore, it should be treasured by the parties concerned. At such a sensitive and critical moment, we hope that all the parties concerned will exercise restraint and refrain from any action that may further intensify the conflict and undermine the peace process in the Middle East, so as to create conditions for the achievement of a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the question of the Middle East at an early date.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“We call upon all parties concerned to exercise restraint and put an immediate end to all hostilities in order to achieve a cease-fire, in an effort to ease the tense situation and safeguard peace and stability in that region. We believe that Lebanon's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity within internationally recognized borders should be fully respected, and that the relevant Security Council resolutions, including resolution 425 (1978), should be implemented. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) should not be obstructed in the implementation of its mandate. The security and safety of its members should be guaranteed by all parties concerned.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“The Chinese delegation expresses its profound concern at the large-scale military offensive launched by Israel in recent days in southern Lebanon, which has resulted in the loss of innocent civilian lives, the massive destruction of property and a large number of civilians' becoming homeless or refugees, consequently further escalating the conflict in southern Lebanon and aggravating the already tense situation. We wish in particular to express our shock at the large number of casualties suffered by civilians as a result of the shelling that took place on 18 April in Lebanon. We strongly condemn any action that violates international law.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (interpretation from Chinese): Today the Security Council is once again considering the question of Lebanon in order to issue a response in this regard. We believe that it is imperative to do so in order to demonstrate the hope of the international community in general, and the Security Council in particular, that there will be an immediate cessation of hostilities in this region, so as to avoid any further suffering on the part of civilians.”
1996-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3654 (1996) · source
“Most importantly, they need to keep their calm and their reason and refrain from any action that might aggravate the conflict or harm the Middle East process. The international community should steer the situation in a manner that nurtures the momentum of the peace process in the Middle East. This is the only guarantee that the Middle East question will find a comprehensive, just and durable solution at an early date. China pursues no gains for itself in the Middle East. We have always supported the peace process there and have held that a political solution of the Middle East question should be sought on the basis of relevant United Nations resolutions. We hope that the peoples of the Middle East will return at an early date to a happy life characterized by peace, stability and good-neighbourly relations.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source
“We believe that Lebanon's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity within internationally recognized boundaries should be fully respected and that the relevant resolutions of the Security Council, including resolution 425 (1978) should be implemented. The escalation of the conflict in southern Lebanon has dealt another setback to the peace process in the Middle East. The Chinese delegation is deeply alarmed by this development. The realization of peace in the Middle East is a shared aspiration of all peoples of the region. Progress in Middle East peace has been hard won. Undermining it is easier than fostering it; all sides are wise to cherish it. At this very delicate and crucial moment, we hope that all sides will exercise restraint.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (interpretation from Chinese): In recent days Israel has launched large-scale military strikes against parts of southern Lebanon, leaving dozens of civilians dead and massive property damage in the wake of shellings. As a result, large numbers of civilians have been displaced or reduced to refugee status, the conflict in southern Lebanon has escalated, and tension has once again mounted. The Chinese Government and people are deeply concerned about this turn of events. We call on the Israeli side immediately to cease all military actions. We urge all sides to exercise restraint, to settle their disputes through dialogue and consultation and to eschew force or the threat of force so as to safeguard peace and stability in the region.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3653 (1996) · source
“We hope that all parties concerned will join forces and strive for the early achievement of a comprehensive peace in the Middle East, promote the economic development of the region and eliminate the root causes of terrorism. At present, the peace process in the Middle East is at a critical juncture. The parties concerned must not only implement comprehensively and effectively the agreements already reached, but they must also actively consolidate the results already achieved to overcome any interference and prevent reversals or regressions. We hope that all parties concerned will exercise restraint and continue to create the necessary conditions to further promote progress in the peace process in the Middle East.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“We believe that there should be no difference in this respect between Israel and the Arab countries of the Middle East. In our view, in opposing terrorist acts as in dealing with other international problems, it is necessary to observe the norms of international relations and international law. In particular, there should be no violation of the sovereignty, security or fundamental interests of other countries. We believe that the sovereignty and security of all countries in the Middle East, including Israel, should be respected and safeguarded. But at the same time, no one should link terrorism with the Arab countries and peoples, much less take blind action against innocent populations on the pretext of opposing terrorism.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“We hope that the Israeli Government, on the basis of the overall interests of peace in the Middle East, will lift the closure as soon as possible so that the process of Palestinian autonomy can proceed smoothly, allowing the Palestinian people in the West Bank and Gaza to resume their normal economic life. We are deeply shocked by the repeated and large-scale terrorist bombing attacks that have taken place in Israel since February. We wish to extend our sympathy and condolences to the innocent victims. China opposes all forms of terrorism. In our view, terrorism is a threat to the lives and security of the people concerned. It is also a threat to international peace and security. All terrorists, therefore, must be brought to justice.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Government of Israel closed its borders with the West Bank and Gaza at the beginning of March. This has affected the normal lives of the Palestinian people and caused serious problems for the economy of Palestine, thus violating the national interests of the Palestinian people. The international community is deeply concerned, and the Government and the people of China share that concern. In our View, the national interests of the Palestinian people should be respected and safeguarded.”
1996-04-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3652 (1996) · source
“We support also the relevant United Nations resolutions on respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan and on the right of the Afghan people to determine their own destiny, and we hope that all countries will abide by those resolutions. Also, we sincerely hope that the Afghan parties will put the interests of the country and the people first, set aside their past differences, end their armed conflict and, through friendly dialogue and consultations, achieve national reconciliation and stability so that the Afghan people can begin to rebuild their homes at the earliest possible date and live and work in peace and security.”
1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3648 (1996) · source
“In the past, the Afghan people have faced the issues of aggression and resistance to aggression; as is in accordance with its consistent position, China has supported the Afghan people in their just struggle to safeguard their national sovereignty and independence. However, after the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan, the Afghan question became essentially an internal problem. The Chinese Government has consistently opposed the notion of any country's interfering in the internal affairs of another, and we are of course against foreign interference in Afghan internal affairs: foreign interference in the Afghan question can only complicate the problem. We commend the United Nations, the OIC and the countries concerned on their positive efforts, which we support, towards restoring peace in Afghanistan.”
1996-04-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3648 (1996) · source