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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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“Under the guidance and monitoring of the United Nations, regional organizations will be able to win the cooperation of the world body and even broader support from the international community, thus playing a constructive role in preventive diplomacy. In the 10 years between 1989 and 1999 alone, there have been more than 100 armed conflicts in the world, the majority of which have occurred in developing countries. This is no coincidence. For too long, the unreasonable old international political and economic order has seriously hindered the economic development and social progress of developing countries, putting them in a disadvantageous position in the new globalization wave. This is undoubtedly the major cause of the turbulence and frequent conflicts in some developing countries.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“The international community should be soberly aware that, although conflict prevention does not look as glorious as conflict resolution, the input needed in prevention is much lower than the losses caused by conflict, and the impact of successful conflict prevention is even more immeasurable. The United Nations should demonstrate strong political commitment and allocate adequate resources to ensure successful implementation of preventive measures. At the same time, the Security Council should recognize the important roles that can be played by the various regional organizations and cooperate more closely with them. Such cooperation, however, must be based on the adherence by regional organizations to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and the stipulations of its Chapter VIII.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“The Chinese delegation fully agrees with the Secretary-General on these points. We believe that any attempt to replace the Council in its leading role in conflict prevention is tantamount to replacing the Council in its primary role in maintaining peace and security. Such an attempt would not only weaken the authority of the Council but also would end up severely damaging the effectiveness of conflict prevention measures, or might even lead to the outbreak or escalation of conflicts. Of course, the Council also has its limits; it is not a panacea. As is known to all, the root cause of conflicts is the unreasonable old international political and economic order. Changes to this situation could only be realized by concerted efforts by the Council, the whole United Nations system and the entire international community.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“Before any major decisions are to be made, the Security Council must listen to the views of all sides in a neutral and fair manner. Secretary-General Annan pointed out in his report on the work of the Organization submitted to the current session of the General Assembly that if the primacy of the Security Council with respect to the maintenance of international peace and security is rejected, then the very foundations of international law as represented by the Charter will be brought into question. No other universally accepted legal basis for constraining wanton acts of violence exists. It is also emphasized in the report that conflict prevention, peacekeeping and peacemaking must not become an area of competition between the United Nations and regional organizations.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“The Chinese delegation maintains that all preventive measures should be taken only under the prerequisite of respect for the political independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries and the will of the Government and people of the country concerned. The principle of non-interference in internal affairs is the primary principle guiding United Nations actions in conflict prevention. Preventive measures can be taken only upon the request or with the consent and cooperation of the country concerned. It is essential to obtain prior consent of the country or parties concerned on issues involving that country's sovereignty, such as setting up early warning systems or sending fact-finding missions and other special missions.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“In this connection, we are pleased to see that the Council has taken a series of positive measures, including sending fact-finding missions to conflict regions, holding more open debates on specific issues and continuing to put Article 99 of the Charter into practice by encouraging the Secretary-General to play his due role. All these commendable practices have, in one way or another, enriched the Council's experience in handling issues bearing on international peace and security and should be affirmed. Therefore, we thank the Secretary-General for coming here to join in our discussion.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“If we look back at the history of United Nations involvement in settling regional conflicts, we can very easily see that success has always been the natural result of adherence to the Charter, while contravention of Charter principles has only led to failure and setback. Such is the case in settling regional conflicts, and it is also true in respect to prevention of armed conflict. From the perspective of the ultimate goal of preventive diplomacy, all Council actions should be aimed at resolving conflict peacefully, instead of exacerbating a conflict or touching off new ones.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“All too often there is heated debate on intervention, indeed, even invocation of Chapter VII of the Charter, while neither the issue of prevention nor serious study into the root cause of conflicts is given adequate attention. The Chinese delegation has always believed that timely and effective preventive measures would get twice the result with half the effort, in that these measures not only help avoid loss of life or property but also save resources. We therefore appreciate that the President has chosen to have this open debate, which is both very timely and necessary. There are various kinds of measures that can be taken to prevent armed conflicts, but there is one general principle by which all of them must abide - that is, actions must be taken in accordance with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China)(spoke in Chinese): According to the stipulations of the United Nations Charter, the Security Council shoulders the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. It is the major institution that the international community relies on for settling conflicts and crises and realizing peace. Now with the prevention of armed conflict becoming an important means of settling disputes peacefully, it is only natural that the Council should bear major responsibilities in this area. Besides, there seems to be a tendency in the work of the Council nowadays to put much emphasis on intervention, while neglecting effective prevention.”
1999-11-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4072 (1999) · source
“We understand that the Ad Hoc Committee established by General Assembly resolution 51/210 of 17 December 1996 has completed work on the draft international convention for the suppression of terrorist financing put forward by France. We hope that all sides will step up their efforts in a pragmatic and cooperative spirit to ensure the early adoption by the General Assembly of this convention and the international convention for the suppression of acts of nuclear terrorism. We believe that the draft resolution before us comprehensively reflects the various aspects of the fight against terrorism and is of great relevance for enhancing international cooperation in anti-terrorist activities. In view of all this, China supports the draft resolution.”
1999-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4053 (1999) · source
“More often than not, terrorist activities in recent years have assumed a transnational character; accordingly, intensified international cooperation in this area and multidimensional actions targeting the various manifestations of international terrorism have now become indispensable conditions for an effective crackdown on terrorism. Therefore, we call upon countries around the world to offer meaningful, speedy and effective cooperation in the fight against terrorism. Under the auspices of the United Nations, a number of international anti-terrorist conventions have been concluded. These should be earnestly and effectively implemented.”
1999-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4053 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China)(sp0ke in Chinese): First of all, we would like to thank the delegation of the Russian Federation for preparing the draft resolution before us. In recent years, international terrorist activities have become increasingly rampant, taking a heavy toll on the life and property of innocent civilians and posing a grave threat to international peace and security. Intensifying efforts to combat international terrorism is therefore in the general interest of the international community. In this context, the relevant United Nations bodies, including the Security Council, should give full attention to this issue and play their respective parts as and when appropriate.”
1999-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4053 (1999) · source
“In the ever-changing world, we are willing to work together with African countries to search for new ways and areas for cooperation so as to inject new vitality into our friendly relations. Africa is a continent of hope. We firmly believe that, with the African countries making their own efforts and the international community offering necessary assistance, this continent will surely see an ultimate realization of peace, stability and sustained development. We hope that the international community and the African people will work in concert, grasp the opportunities, face up to the challenges and stride hand in hand towards the beautiful future of Africa in the new millennium.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“China has always supported the legitimate demands and reasonable propositions of the African countries, as well as their efforts for the maintenance of political stability and the promotion of economic growth. We have participated actively in discussions at the United Nations on the question of Africa and pushed for the settlement of hot- spot issues; we have supported United Nations peacekeeping missions in Africa and participated in some of them. At the same time, we are committed to strengthening our economic cooperation and trade relations with African countries, and we have offered various kinds of assistance to African countries, without attaching any conditions.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“China has always given high priority to the issues of Africa, supported Africa and had friendly relations and close cooperation with the vast number of African countries. China is heartened to see the positive developments in recent years on the African continent and is disturbed by the continuing chaos and conflicts. We are deeply concerned by the damage done to African countries and the sufferings of the African people in conflicts, and we sympathize with them. We call upon the conflicting parties in Africa to put the fundamental interest of their country and people above everything else, and to work to solve their disputes and settle their conflicts through peaceful negotiations and other political means, in the spirit of African unity, so that peace and stability will be brought to the African continent soon.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Africa is entering a new historical period characterized by the desire for peace and the pursuit of growth and progress. More than ever, it needs the support and assistance of the international community. We call on countries around the world, especially developed countries, to help Africa by making good on their commitments to providing official development aid, reducing the debt burden of African countries and withdrawing some of their own trade barriers. Moreover, the United Nations agencies and the Bretton Woods institutions should all play even more active roles. We believe that the Secretary-General's progress report should not be taken as a signal to end the implementation of his recommendations. On the contrary, it marks the beginning of the long road that the international community will have to travel.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Their work enjoys the wide support of African countries and peoples and testifies to the strong desire of African countries to join forces in the pursuit of self-reliance and renewal. The international community should spare no effort in supporting such endeavours on the part of African countries. In this connection, we call on the international community further to support and cooperate with regional organizations in conflict prevention and settlement and to provide necessary assistance in cash and in kind, without political conditions, to security and peacekeeping mechanisms in Africa. Fifthly, the international community should take concrete and meaningful action to help African countries in their development endeavours.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“At its thirty-fifth Summit, held in Algeria this year, the OAU reiterated the important principles of the African charter and adopted a series of resolutions to settle regional conflicts and to promote economic cooperation in Africa. This reflected the high hopes of African States for unity and renewal. It was an important event in OAU history. In recent years, such regional organizations as the Economic Community of West African States, the Southern African Development Community and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development have become increasingly active. Committed to settling conflicts and pushing for economic integration in their respective regions, they have scored stunning successes.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Only they can choose their path of development in the light of their specific situation. In its efforts to help Africa, the international community must take into account the specific conditions and needs of the African countries and peoples. Uniform models imposed from without do not necessarily fit the actual conditions of the African countries. The imposition of one set model and the attachment of political conditions to assistance would not really help African countries to escape their predicament. Fourthly, the international community should give vigorous support to the efforts of regional organizations in Africa. In recent decades, regional organizations in Africa, such as the OAU, have played fundamental and important roles in safeguarding peace and stability on the continent and promoting regional cooperation and development.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“For too long, Africa has been denied due concern and attention in international affairs and relegated to the lowest level of the international division of labour. Worse still, buffeted by the waves of globalization, Africa is in danger of being marginalized. If this situation is not reversed, there will be no peace or development in Africa to talk about. Thirdly, the international community should respect the choices made by African countries themselves. The world is diverse, particularly on the African continent. Due to varying national conditions, similar issues may have different manifestations in different countries and at different times. Therefore, solutions should be tailor-made instead of uniform. The African people themselves best understand their situation and real needs.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“The international community should treat Africa as an equal development partner and give energetic support and assistance to African countries in their endeavours. Secondly, the international community should create a favourable external environment for Africa so that it may enjoy stability and sustained development. Towards this end, we call for the early establishment of a just and reasonable new international political and economic order. Currently, a small number of big and rich countries monopolize world affairs and dominate the international political and economic order. This state of affairs, which runs contrary to the prevalent forces of our times - multipolarization and globalization - does not reflect the needs of developing countries or help their development.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“They compromise approximately half the membership of the Non-Aligned Movement and nearly one third of United Nations membership. They are an important force for world peace. Africa has a time-honoured history and rich culture. The African people are hard-working and intelligent. The continent is brimming with vitality. With its vast area and abundant resources, Africa is a huge market with unlimited economic potential. It is an integral part of world economic development. With the acceleration of globalization, the interests of countries around the world are linked more closely than ever. Without stability and prosperity on the African continent, there will be no peace or development in the world. Thus, to ensure world peace and development, it is vital to help African countries maintain stability and pursue development.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“These are all positive developments. However, we must not fail to see at the same time that the African continent is still the least developed region of the world, overwhelmed by recurrent conflicts and huge numbers of refugees. The conflicts are deep-rooted and their causes include internal and external factors alike. The African issues do not lend themselves to easy solutions and represent a daunting challenge to the international community. I should now like to make a few observations on how the international community should proceed on this question. First, the international community should pay adequate attention to Africa from a strategic vantage point. There are more than 50 countries on the African continent.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“We appreciate the Secretary-General's report, which presents in meticulous detail and with incisive analysis the plans laid down, the work done and the achievements made by the United Nations system over the past year in accordance with the Secretary-General's recommendations in his previous report. We take this opportunity to thank the Secretary-General and the relevant United Nations bodies for their efforts to resolve the problems of Africa. In the year since the Secretary-General's last report on Africa was issued, the African continent has experienced relative overall stability, continued economic growth, further progress in the democratization process and increased respect for human rights. Peace agreements were signed by the parties to the conflicts in Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“The Secretary-General's report on Africa last year had strong repercussions in the international community, arousing the concern and drawing the attention of countries around the world and relevant international organizations, especially United Nations bodies, to the question of Africa. Last year, the Security Council held an open debate devoted to this issue, established an ad hoc Working Group and adopted a number of resolutions and presidential statements. Today, it is of great significance that we are here once again to discuss the situation in Africa and to deliberate on the progress report prepared by the Secretary-General.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to thank the Secretary- General for once again submitting a report on Africa and for the statement he made this morning. I would also like to thank Mr. Salim A. Salim, Secretary-General of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the representative of Algeria, whose President is the current Chairman of the OAU, for attending today's meeting and for their statements. At the same time, we would like to express our appreciation to you, Mr. Wim Kok, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, for having come here to preside over today's meeting, and to the Permanent Mission of the Netherlands for its efforts in arranging this meeting. We also welcome the presence at today's meeting of Ministers from many countries.”
1999-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4049Resumption1 (1999) · source
“The signing of the Lusaka Agreement is the beginning of the peace process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but the full implementation of this Agreement will be a difficult process. It needs the active participation of the international community and of the Security Council. It is our view that if the international community and the Security Council do not now invest the necessary material and manpower to address the root causes of the conflict, the conflict could break out again, and we would be facing higher, more tragic costs. We have taken note of the six points President Chiluba made at the end of his speech. We believe they deserve our attention and study.”
1999-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4047 (1999) · source
“It is our consistent view that the Security Council should increase its input on the question of Africa and cooperate in a concrete manner with the efforts of the African regional organizations. China highly appreciates what has been done by President Chiluba and his contribution on the question of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Without his tireless efforts and high-quality mediation skills, the Lusaka Agreement would not have been signed. It is our view that the United Nations and the international community should pay more attention to the question of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the heart of Africa, and a conflict in that country not only affects the Great Lakes region, it also affects the peace, security and stability of the African continent as a whole.”
1999-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4047 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (spoke in Chinese): To begin, please allow me, on behalf of the Chinese delegation, to welcome President Chiluba and thank him for his briefing on the situation in Africa. We express our appreciation for the proposal made by Gabon and for this open meeting, which has been arranged by the Council President. China has always attached importance to the question of Africa. We have always supported the just demands and reasonable proposals of the African peoples, and we endorse the idea that African peoples should make their own efforts to strengthen their political stability and economic prosperity. We also support the African countries in their efforts to strengthen their unity and strengthen their regional cooperation.”
1999-09-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4047 (1999) · source
“The deployment of any peacekeeping force should be at the request of the Indonesian Government and endorsed by the Security Council. China is willing to be actively involved in United Nations efforts in this connection.”
1999-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4043 (1999) · source
“We are gravely concerned over the continuing violence and resulting humanitarian crisis in East Timor. We demand the immediate cessation of all acts of violence in East Timor and, in particular, the protection of United Nations personnel. We hope that measures taken by the Indonesian Government will achieve the desired results as soon as possible. The Chinese delegation appreciates the United Nations close cooperation with the Indonesian and Portuguese Governments on East Timor and the efforts made by the United Nations Mission in East Timor to ensure the smooth conduct of the popular consultation. According to the Charter of the United Nations, the Security Council bears the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international and regional peace. The issue of East Timor must be solved through the United Nations.”
1999-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4043 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (spoke in Chinese): The popular consultation held in East Timor two weeks ago provided a historic opportunity for the final settlement of the issue of East Timor through peaceful means. The initial decision of the Indonesian Government and its good cooperation afterwards established conditions for the realization of that historic opportunity. The people of East Timor have made their choice for their future. We strongly appeal to all sides concerned to respect the will of the people of East Timor. In the meantime, we hope that the various parties in East Timor will join hands in building a stable and prosperous future for East Timor. It is our hope that the result of the popular consultation will be fully implemented in a peaceful and orderly environment.”
1999-09-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4043 (1999) · source
“As a developing country, China has, within its means and through multilateral and bilateral channels, provided assistance to African countries at various levels and in various forms. China enjoys a good cooperative relationship with UNHCR, which we wish to maintain and strengthen in order to make our contribution to the solution of the African refugee problem.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“We also feel that the Council - which bears the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security - should be actively engaged in the resolution of conflict and strife in Africa and maintain stability and peace there. Only thus can the problem of African refugees be resolved at its source. Only thus can the Security Council make an outstanding contribution to the resolution of the problem of African refugees. At the same time, we also note that many developing countries are frequently beset by natural disasters. The resources for disaster relief, however, are increasingly scarce. That should be a source of concern, because this situation can also affect the stability of disaster-stricken countries.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“However, this sharp disparity clearly demonstrates that certain donor countries provide foreign assistance selectively and conditionally in accordance with their own political interests and wishes. This is extremely unfair to African refugees. We strongly appeal to the international community to abide by the principles of humanitarianism, neutrality and fairness in providing assistance and to avoid politicizing the provision of assistance and promoting imbalance among the regions. In April 1998, we held a comprehensive discussion in this Chamber on the Secretary-General's report on the situation in Africa, including refugees. In November 1998, the Security Council adopted resolution 1208 (1998) on the question of African refugees, proving that the Council is capable of demonstrating its particular concern for the refugee problem.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“This was a positive development for the resolution of the question of African refugees. At the same time, we feel that the international community should - on the basis of the principles of respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs - increase assistance to African countries and participate in the resolution of the refugee problem. In recent days, great attention has been paid to the fact that, while every refugee in Kosovo receives $1.6 every day, every African refugee receives a mere Â¢11. As Mrs. Ogata pointed out in her briefing a few moments ago, in certain emergency situations one must concentrate the resources necessary to meet the needs of a given situation.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“When we discuss the question of African refugees, we must consider the underlying causes of this issue. In recent years, the general trend on the African continent has been towards alleviating the problem, but low-intensity conflicts and turbulence continue unabated. The relatively backward economies, buffeted by the waves of globalization, also face marginalization. Political instability and lack of economic development are the basic forces behind the lack of long- term solutions to and the growing intensity of the African problem. Many African countries clearly recognize this fact. African leaders, at the recent thirty-fifth summit of the Organization of African Unity, issued a strong call for an end to conflict and for the revitalization of African economies, and demonstrated firm resolve to take action.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“Due to conflict and economic backwardness, too many African refugees find themselves in a lamentable predicament, eliciting the general concern of the international community. It is gratifying to note that, in recent decades, the international community has made untiring efforts to assist African refugees. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the relevant agencies, donor countries and some international organizations and agencies of civil society have provided a certain amount of humanitarian assistance to African refugees. This assistance has, to a certain extent, eased their plight and we appreciate it. The key to the resolution of the refugee problem is to remove the root causes of this phenomenon. This has become a widespread and shared understanding of the international community.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China) (spoke in Chinese): Allow me first of all, on behalf of the Chinese Government and people, to express our most profound condolences on the passing away of King Hassan II of Morocco. We also wish to express our sincere sympathy to his Majesty, Mohammed VI, the royal family of Morocco and the Moroccan Government and people. The Chinese delegation wishes to thank Mrs. Sadako Ogata for her briefing to the Security Council on the question of African refugees. We also wish to express our appreciation to you, Mr. President, and to the Malaysian delegation for the efforts made to arrange this open debate. The African continent currently has over 3 million refugees and over 2 million displaced persons, amounting to almost one third of the world population in these categories.”
1999-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4025 (1999) · source
“We also hope that the 661 Committee will resolve the technical and procedural matters that are hampering implementation of the humanitarian programme, such as reimbursement, putting applications on hold, and so forth.”
1999-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4008 (1999) · source
“In extending the oil-for-food programme, we believe the programme must be expanded and revised. Regrettably, however, it is difficult for the Council to reach consensus on this. Based on the considerations of maintaining basic humanitarian supplies to meet the needs of the Iraqi people and civilians, China accepts the present technical roll-over of the programme and will vote in favour of the draft resolution before us. We fully agree with the proposal of the Secretary- General to depoliticize the humanitarian programme. We hope that the parties concerned will reach consensus on lifting the ceiling on Iraqi oil exports as soon as possible.”
1999-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4008 (1999) · source
“The evaluation panel on the humanitarian situation on Iraq also came up with similar conclusions in its report. China would like to reiterate that only with the necessary political will on the part of the parties concerned and only with the lifting of economic sanctions against Iraq can there be any fundamental easing of the humanitarian situation and difficulties in Iraq. Regrettably, however, the United States and the United Kingdom are still bombing civilian targets in the so-called no-fly zone. This act has aggravated the humanitarian crisis in Iraq. We are strongly opposed to that act committed by the United States and the United Kingdom. We demand that the United States and the United Kingdom immediately halt their bombing missions in the so-called no-fly zone.”
1999-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4008 (1999) · source
“Mr. Qin Huasun (China)(sp0ke in Chinese): The oil- for-food programme, established by Security Council resolution 986 (1995), has undergone five phases, which to some extent have eased the humanitarian difficulties of Iraqi civilians. We would like to express our positive assessment of the work done by the oil-for-food implementation programme, the 661 Security Council Committee members and the Secretariat. It should be pointed out that from its inception the oil- for-food programme had its limitations. Phase V of the programme, in fact, has not resulted in significant improvements in the humanitarian situation in Iraq. As the Secretary-General stated, the programme cannot meet all the humanitarian needs of the Iraqi people, nor can it restore Iraq's economic and social infrastructure to pre-199O levels.”
1999-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4008 (1999) · source
“She passed out upon receiving the tragic news. The happiness of my whole family was destroyed in the twinkling of an eye. As a father, a human being and a longtime human rights advocate, how do you feel about having created such a tragedy?"”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“NATO's bombing of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia has resulted in a number of horrifying incidents involving civilian casualties. People cannot but wonder how many more innocent civilians will have to fall victim to so-called collateral damage. Will more diplomats lose their lives under NATO missiles? What has NATO done in the name of humanitarianism? Among the three persons killed in the bombing of Chinese Embassy were a young couple married less than a year ago. The father of the woman wrote a letter to President Clinton that said: "T we innocent young people were killed by your bombs, thus deprived of their right to live. Back in Beijing, my wife spends her days and nights crying and waiting for her daughter and son-in-law, who will never return. Our son-in-law's mother lives in the remote countryside of Jiangsu Province.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“For these reasons, the Chinese delegation put forward constructive amendments to the draft resolution and proposed to add to it such words as "there must be an immediate cessation of all military activities". It should be stated that this was called for also in the Non-Aligned Movement's statement of 9 April. However, this important position of the Chinese side was not accepted; we find this most regrettable. We note also that the draft resolution refers to the principles adopted by the Foreign Ministers of the G-8. We cannot accept that the Council has prejudged those principles in its draft resolution without first deliberating on them, and therefore we deem it necessary to express our reservations. On the basis of these considerations, the Chinese delegation has no choice but to abstain in the voting on the draft resolution.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“As a victim, China has every reason, on moral and legal grounds alike, to demand that NATO immediately and unconditionally stop the bombing. Are not the shedding of blood and loss of life of Chinese diplomats tragic enough to restore NATO to sanity? As a permanent member of the Security Council, China shoulders unshirkable responsibilities in upholding justice and safeguarding peace. In our view, it is illogical for NATO to continue with the bombing campaign while talking about the return and relief of refugees. An immediate cessation of NATO's bombing campaign against the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia should be the prerequisite for any political solution to the Kosovo issue and also the minimum condition for alleviating the humanitarian crisis in the Balkans.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“Such a criminal act is a flagrant encroachment on China's sovereignty and a serious violation of the international law and norms governing international relations. It has aroused great indignation among the Chinese people. The Chinese Government issued a solemn statement that very morning, strongly condemning this barbaric act of NATO. This tragedy shocked the international community and met with worldwide condemnation. Despite the tragic incident of the bombing of the Chinese Embassy that caused death and injury to Chinese diplomats, NATO is still saying that its air campaign will continue. Such perversity in NATO has outraged the entire world and should be strongly condemned by everyone who has reason and conscience.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“The tragedy was horrific, the area being strewn with dead bodies. These refugees were on their way home. We express shock at this incident. I repeat: We are shocked by this latest incident. We believe that, in addressing the crisis in various regions in the Balkans, the Security Council should not apply double standards. While stepping up its bombing campaign against the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, NATO has brazenly attacked the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade. 8 May 1999 was an extremely painful day that the 1.2 billion Chinese people will never forget. On that day, the United States- led NATO ferociously attacked the Chinese Embassy in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with five missiles. Three people in the Embassy were killed and more than 20 injured. The Embassy building was severely damaged.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source
“As a result, poisonous gas and pollutants are threatening the health and lives of hundreds of millions, especially children, in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and Europe at large. All the bridges over the Danube in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia have been destroyed. Water and electricity supplies have been cut off and television stations seem to have become legitimate bombing targets. The national economy and infrastructure of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia have been devastated, resulting in a large number of civilian casualties. In this connection, I cannot fail to mention that, even as the Security Council deliberated today on the draft resolution on the Balkans, another tragedy took place in Kosovo. Six missiles launched by NATO hit a refugee camp in south-western Kosovo, causing over 100 deaths and more than 50 injuries.”
1999-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4003 (1999) · source