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Shen Guofang

lines on the record: 401
first: 1998-03-27
most recent: 2002-01-31
sittings or episodes: 84
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“At the same time, we have taken note of the fact that the text of the resolution reiterates the commitment to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Afghanistan, as well as respect for its cultural and historical traditions. In addition, the parties agreed that the sanctions would take effect 30 days after the adoption of the resolution and indicated in no uncertain terms that the sanctions would be terminated immediately once the resolution was implemented. In view of the fact that the Chinese amendment was accepted, we voted in favour of the resolution.”
1999-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4051 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (spoke in Chinese): Perennial warfare has done great damage to the Afghan people, their national economy and their security. In principle, China does not approve of the frequent use of sanctions. We entirely endorse the views expressed by the representative of Malaysia. We believe that sanctions will only exacerbate the suffering and hardships of the Afghan people, who have been the victims of perennial warfare. In our view, sanctions can be used only as a means of last resort and must be well targeted. China is against all forms of terrorism. It was on the basis of this principled position that we participated in the consultations on the resolution that has just been adopted, during which we requested that the text be limited to the question of combating international terrorism.”
1999-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4051 (1999) · source
“There are still quite a few difficulties and stumbling- blocks on the road to a comprehensive settlement of the Afghan issue, but that should not overshadow the fact that after years of turbulence and war, the Afghan people have a deep longing for peace and stability. Therefore, we believe that if the international community works together, peace will come to Afghanistan soon.”
1999-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4039 (1999) · source
“For historical and practical reasons, we should be realistic about this issue and acknowledge that decades-old problems cannot be resolved by one or two meetings. China sincerely hopes that all parties will show their political will and work together towards the early achievement of the goals set out in the Tashkent Declaration. The Chinese delegation appreciates the mediation efforts made by the Secretary-General's Special Envoy, Mr. Brahimi, and by the United Nations Special Mission to Afghanistan, and it supports the United Nations continuing to play the central and leading role in this issue. China is ready to continue to participate actively in and work closely with the peace-promoting efforts of the "six plus two" group.”
1999-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4039 (1999) · source
“The international community should strive to create a constructive, favourable and relaxed external environment for the peaceful settlement of the Afghan issue. To be specific, first, the international community, especially countries that have great influence with the various parties in Afghanistan, should work actively to persuade those parties to sit down and conduct dialogues and negotiations in a calm and reasonable manner. Secondly, countries, especially those bordering on Afghanistan, should immediately stop the provision of military assistance to the various factions in Afghanistan. The United Nations may want to consider imposing a stringent arms embargo on Afghanistan and formulating a specific monitoring mechanism. Thirdly, the international community should respect the final decision of the Afghan people as to their future.”
1999-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4039 (1999) · source
“To help bring this issue to a just and lasting resolution, the Chinese Government offers encouragement and support to the conflicting parties in Afghanistan so that they can put the interests of their nation and country above everything else, disregard their ethnic, religious and political differences, stop fighting among themselves as soon as possible and establish a broad-based and stable government acceptable to all sides, on the basis of mutual respect and extensive consultations. The history and present reality of Afghanistan have testified to the truth that military means will not advance the achievement of a final settlement of the issue, and the only way to achieve such a settlement is for all the parties in Afghanistan to return to negotiations under the auspices of the United Nations.”
1999-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4039 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (spoke in Chinese): After a quiet winter, large-scale military conflict has broken out again on the battlefield in Afghanistan. The vicious circle of negotiating in the winter and fighting in the summer has been rolling on in that country for 20 years now. How to effectively push the peace process forward and put an early end to the war in Afghanistan is a pressing issue facing the international community, and that is why we are here today for this open debate in the Security Council. The Afghan people themselves hold the key to the ultimate settlement of the issue of Afghanistan.”
1999-08-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4039 (1999) · source
“It should also propose practical and effective measures and recommend an effective monitoring mechanism. The Security Council should be capable of making these contributions on the issue of children and armed conflict.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“Therefore, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council are appropriate forums where more comprehensive, adequate and in-depth deliberations can be conducted. Recently, the Security Council has time and again taken up the issue of humanitarian situations in regions of conflicts. Many members have emphasized that, as the main organ bearing primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, the Security Council should focus more of its attention on eliminating the root causes of humanitarian crises. We fully concur with this opinion. On the basis of that understanding, we believe that while deliberating on the issue of children and armed conflict, the Security Council should also hold discussions on issues such as how to end conflicts and defuse crises that are at the root of this problem.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“We call upon the international community, relevant international organizations and relevant United Nations agencies in particular to further strengthen their coordination and cooperation and to join hands in a greater effort to solve the problem of children and armed conflict. We would also like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to Mr. Otunnu for his active efforts over the years in seeking a solution to the problem of children and armed conflict. China would like to continue its support for his work. China has always attached great importance to the question of the protection of children and has always actively taken part in deliberations on this issue, both in the General Assembly and in other agencies. We believe that the question of the protection of children involves many aspects and is highly technical in nature.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“However, it is very regrettable that we have not been able to achieve that. In this regard, we believe the United Nations should provide greater input. Under such circumstances, we should also adopt measures and urge the parties to conflicts to expeditiously end conflicts through peaceful means and demand that the parties abide by various international laws, including international humanitarian laws. Various types of violence committed against children in armed conflict should be prevented and prohibited, and the necessary protection and assistance should be provided to them so that they can resume their normal life and education as soon as possible.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“As one of the most vulnerable social groups, children are the hardest hit in armed conflict. Some of them have become homeless refugees, wandering in the streets. Some have been recruited as child soldiers, living from day to day. Not only can they not lead a normal life and receive the education they deserve in situations of armed conflict, but they are also constantly exposed to the danger of death. Their psychological and physical health are greatly impaired. Children are the future of the world. However, the predicament of children in situations of armed conflict, with all its implications, has received widespread attention among the international community. The fundamental approach to protecting children in armed conflict is to effectively prevent, stop and eliminate armed conflicts.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China)(spoke in Chinese): Mr. President, like other delegations, the Chinese delegation warmly welcomes you as you preside over this important meeting of the Council today. We express our appreciation for the efforts made by the Namibian delegation for arranging this open debate. The Chinese delegation would also like to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Otunnu, for his briefing to the Council on the question of children and armed conflict. The question of children and armed conflict has always been a concern of various countries and relevant United Nations agencies. At present, armed conflicts exist in many parts of the world, affecting not only international peace and security, but also causing great harm to the countries and peoples concerned.”
1999-08-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4037 (1999) · source
“We hope that it will be adopted by the Security Council on the basis of ample discussion and implemented as soon as possible. Like other countries, China believes that strengthening the sanctions regime against UNITA is not an end in itself, but rather a means of creating the conditions necessary to an eventual political settlement of the question of Angola. We hope that the international community will work as one and coordinate its actions to ensure that the reinforced sanctions regime will persuade UNITA to lay down its arms as soon as possible, cease hostilities and embark on the road to national reconciliation at an early date. We sincerely hope that the question of Angola will be fully settled in the near future.”
1999-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4027 (1999) · source
“Regrettably, however, for one reason or another, the Security Council's sanctions against UNITA have never been effectively implemented. Far from being diminished, UNITA's freedom to act has expanded. The number of weapons at its disposal has increased, not decreased. Its attitude has grown more entrenched, not enlightened. This can only be a cause for concern and reflection. We strongly appeal to the parties concerned to implement the relevant resolutions of the Security Council in letter and spirit and to stop providing arms or any other form of assistance to UNITA. We support Ambassador Fowler's proposal to strengthen the sanctions regime. It is the first such proposal since the conflict in Angola began that is comprehensive and forceful.”
1999-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4027 (1999) · source
“The international community, and the Security Council in particular, have been repeatedly called upon to take practical measures to prevent the further exacerbation of the situation in Angola and to contribute to the earliest possible settlement of the conflict there. It is broadly accepted in the international community that UNITA bears the primary responsibility for the current situation. UNITA has long refused to honour the commitments it undertook under the Lusaka Protocol. It uses the diamonds produced in the areas under its control to subsidize illicit arms-trafficking. It has made repeated provocations, launched attacks and killed civilians. It has even gone so far as to attack United Nations humanitarian personnel. It is only right that the international community should condemn and sanction UNITA.”
1999-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4027 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation thanks the delegation of Malaysia for its efforts in convening this important meeting. The Chinese delegation also thanks Ambassador Fowler for his very detailed briefing; for having paid two visits to the countries concerned, and the region as a whole, in order to conduct a broad exchange of views with the parties involved in the question of Angola; and for submitting a detailed and informative report. We take this opportunity to thank him and his colleagues once again for their effective and innovative work. The situation in Angola has deteriorated in recent days. The fighting between the Government and the rebels is escalating. The humanitarian situation is worse than it has ever been in recent years and is the cause of serious concern to the international community.”
1999-07-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4027 (1999) · source
“China believes that only when the issue of development is effectively addressed can the root causes of conflict and war be eliminated and the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants be realized effectively. This is the case especially in economically disadvantaged areas. China has always favoured an important role for the United Nations in peacekeeping and post-conflict peace- building. To achieve sustainable peace in post-conflict regions, China supports the formulation and implementation of measures for the collection and disposal of weapons and the demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants and believes that a strict monitoring mechanism should be set up to oversee the implementation of these measures.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“The relevant United Nations bodies should discharge their duties in their respective areas of competence in accordance with their division of labour, and should at the same time strengthen their coordination and cooperation so that their actions will be well orchestrated. In April 1999, the United Nations Disarmament Commission adopted a series of guidelines for disarmament measures in post-conflict situations, including the collection and destruction of weapons and demobilization and reintegration of ex- combatants. These guidelines should be observed and implemented. In the ever-changing international situation, peace, security and development are increasingly and inextricably intertwined.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Moreover, as the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants involve such sensitive issues as a country's armed forces and security, there should be resort to actions in this connection only when they are absolutely necessary, and they should be strictly limited to conflict regions where United Nations peacekeeping and post-conflict peace- building activities are being carried out. Otherwise, the problems will not only not be resolved, but may be further complicated. The issue of the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants is also a very complex one, involving many agencies and departments in various fields.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“The same principles should apply to United Nations activities for the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants. When a legitimate Government exists in the country involved, such actions should be taken only with the consent of that Government. In cases where no legitimate Government exists, measures should be taken only after a peace agreement has already been signed and the conflicting parties have all pledged their support for the measures. Such measures should be carried out strictly in line with the specific Security Council mandate.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Like other delegations, we believe that today's open debate in the Council on this issue is both extremely timely and necessary. This situation exists in Africa, Asia and also in Europe and other regions. It has increasingly affected regional stability and security. The Security Council bears the primary responsibility for the maintenance of peace and security, and this issue should therefore merit our full attention. Hence, China appreciates the initiative of Malaysia to call for an open debate on this question. China believes that both in peacekeeping and in post-conflict peace-building, the United Nations should always follow the principles of non-interference in internal affairs and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (spoke in Chinese): Mr.President, the Chinese delegation was very pleased this morning to see the Foreign Minister of Malaysia, His Excellency Mr. Syed Hamid Albar, presiding over the Security Council's debate on disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants in a peacekeeping environment. We would also like to thank the Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Frechette, for her statement. At present, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants has become an important means applied in many United Nations peacekeeping operations. These efforts will contribute to the implementation of peace agreements, the prevention of the recurrence of conflicts and the maintenance of social stability.”
1999-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4020Resumption1 (1999) · source
“At the same time, considering the long-term interests of the peoples of China and Nauru, and given the request of South Pacific countries, we will not block this recommendation. We hope that after it joins the United Nations, Nauru will strictly comply with resolutions of the United Nations, including General Assembly resolution 2758 (XXVI).”
1999-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4017 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (Spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation attaches importance to the desire of Nauru to be admitted to membership in the United Nations, and has carried out serious study with regard to its application. In considering the admission of Nauru to the United Nations, we believe it most essential that the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter should be fully complied with, that General Assembly resolution 2758 (XXVI) of 1971 should be implemented and that the new Member should fulfil its Charter obligations and comply with General Assembly resolutions. On the basis of this principled position, the Chinese delegation cannot support the recommendation by the Council to the General Assembly concerning the admission of Nauru to the membership of the United Nations.”
1999-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4017 (1999) · source
“However, in view of the fact that the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia has already accepted the peace plan, that NATO has suspended its bombing in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, and that the draft resolution has reaffirmed the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, the primary responsibility of the Security Council for the maintenance of international peace and security and the commitment of all Member States to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the Chinese delegation will not block the adoption of this draft resolution.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“The draft resolution before us has failed to fully reflect China's principled stand and justified concerns. In particular, it makes no mention of the disaster caused by NATO bombing in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and it has failed to impose necessary restrictions on the invoking of Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. Therefore, we have great difficulty with the draft resolution.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“Respect for sovereignty and non-interference in each other's internal affairs are basic principles of the United Nations Charter. Since the end of the cold war, the international situation has undergone major changes, but those principles are by no means outdated. On the contrary, they have acquired even greater relevance. At the threshold of the new century, it is even more imperative for us to reaffirm those principles. In essence, the "human rights over sovereignty" theory serves to infringe upon the sovereignty of other States and to promote hegemonism under the pretext of human rights. This totally runs counter to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. The international community should maintain vigilance against it.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“History has proved that only by upholding the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and by seeking peaceful solutions to regional and international conflicts and disputes through talks and negotiations, without resorting to force, can all States live in harmony and achieve common development; only thus can world peace be maintained and promoted; and only thus can the United Nations play a role in international affairs. Any deviation from or violation of these purposes and principles will lead to rampant power politics, will make it impossible to effectively safeguard regional and international peace, and will damage the sovereignty and independence of countries, especially the small and weak ones, weakening the role of the United Nations and leaving the world with no peace.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“They must not be used as an excuse for external intervention, much less used by foreign States as an excuse for the use of force. Otherwise, there will be no genuine security for States and no normal order for the world. Fifty-four years ago, on 26 June, the Charter of the United Nations was signed in San Francisco. The birth of the United Nations and its Charter reflected the lofty aspirations of peoples that had suffered enormously from two catastrophic world wars, waged for peace, cooperation and development. Over the ensuing years, the purposes and principles of the Charter have withstood the test of time and have become universally recognized basic norms governing contemporary international relations.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“There are nearly 200 countries and over 2,500 ethnic groups all over the world. The majority of countries are home to multiple ethnic groups, and many countries have ethnic problems; NATO countries are no exception. We have always held that in multiethnic countries there should be equality, unity, harmony and common prosperity among the various ethnic groups. We are not in favour of discrimination against or the oppression of any ethnic group. At the same time, we are also opposed to any act that would create division between different ethnic groups and undermine national unity. Fundamentally speaking, ethnic problems within a State should be settled in a proper manner by its own Government and people, through the adoption of sound policies.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“From the very beginning, the Chinese Government and people have made their principled stance clear. We firmly oppose the NATO military action against Yugoslavia and demand that NATO immediately stop all its bombing operations. We stand for peaceful settlement of the question of Kosovo on the basis of respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and guarantees of the legitimate rights and interests of all ethnic groups in the Kosovo region. We are of the view that any proposed solution should take full account of the views of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Although NATO' s bombing has stopped, the damage it has inflicted on the Balkans and the suffering it has brought to the people there cannot possibly disappear soon. Meanwhile, it will give us a lot to ponder for a long time to come.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“For over two months, the United States-led NATO has waged an unprecedented and indiscriminate bombing campaign against the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, killing over 1,000 civilians, injuring thousands and leaving nearly one million displaced persons and refugees. Civilian facilities such as factories, bridges, schools and hospitals have been wantonly destroyed. What is more flagrant is that even the embassy of the People's Republic of China in Yugoslavia, which is under the protection of international conventions, became one of NATO's bombing targets. This war, waged in the name of humanitarianism, has in fact produced the greatest humanitarian catastrophe in post-Second-World-War Europe and has seriously undermined peace and stability in the Balkans. Naturally, it has met with strong international condemnation.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (spoke in Chinese): The flames of war which have been raging for 79 days on the soil of Yugoslavia have finally died out. More than two months ago, without authorization from the Security Council, the United States-led North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) blatantly launched military strikes against the sovereign State of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. In taking this action, NATO seriously violated the Charter of the United Nations and norms of international law, and undermined the authority of the Security Council, thus setting an extremely dangerous precedent in the history of international relations.”
1999-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4011 (1999) · source
“After years of prolonged war and turmoil, the Afghan people now thirst for peace and stability. The settlement of the Afghan question ultimately lies with the Afghan people themselves. We hope that the international community will exert a positive influence and that any action taken by the Security Council will contribute to the resumption of talks among the Afghan factions with a view to agreement on a plan for a political settlement. It was based on this position of principle that the Chinese delegation took part in the consultations on the draft resolution. We are grateful to its sponsors for taking on board amendments proposed by my delegation. We appreciate the flexibility, patience and genuine willingness for cooperation they demonstrated during the consultations. We will vote in favour of the draft resolution.”
1998-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3952 (1998) · source
“At the same time, we expect the international community to make concerted efforts to prevent outside forces from meddling in the Afghan conflict so as to create external conditions that will allow the silencing of the guns in Afghanistan. The Chinese delegation appreciates the mediation efforts of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General, Mr. Brahimi, and of the United Nations Special Mission to Afghanistan, and it supports the United Nations continuing to play its central and leading role in the matter. China is ready to actively participate in and cooperate with the peacemaking initiative planned by the "six plus two" group and hopes that this initiative will create conditions for the resumption of talks among Afghan factions once winter sets 111.”
1998-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3952 (1998) · source
“In the past several months one faction in the country has won military victories, but the conflict has not ended as a result; it has only entered a new phase. We believe that any military advantage can only be temporary, and Afghan history and the present-day reality both show that military means will not contribute to the settlement of the conflict. The resumption of United Nations-sponsored negotiations among all the Afghan factions is the only way to resolve the Afghan conflict. China sincerely hopes that the Afghan factions respond positively to the appeal of the international community and endeavour through negotiations to establish a broad-based, representative Government and to restore peace and stability as soon as possible.”
1998-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3952 (1998) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (interpretation from Chinese): This has been a troubled year for Afghanistan, with a multitude of major incidents and events taking place in the country. China is deeply concerned by the fact that fighting has continued in Afghanistan and that a political solution to the conflict remains elusive. We condemn the harm done to United Nations personnel and the murder of Iranian diplomats. We view with sympathy and disquiet the havoc that has been wreaked on the economy and security of the people and the country of Afghanistan. Afghanistan is a multi-ethnic country where ethnic problems have deep roots in history. With the involvement of outside forces, the complex of tensions and contradictions becomes even more entrenched.”
1998-12-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3952 (1998) · source
“China undertakes to continue to support the United Nations presence in Haiti to demonstrate the international community's attention to and support for the peace process and economic reconstruction of Haiti. We hope that Haiti will get out of the present political impasse as soon as possible and that the elections will be conducted smoothly. We believe that with the help of the international community, the people of Haiti will eventually reach their goal of long-lasting peace and security, prosperity and development.”
1998-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3949 (1998) · source
“In order to seek an appropriate solution to this question, China has displayed considerable flexibility, suggesting that the mandate of MIPONUH be extended for an appropriate period and that the next step be decided in accordance with the practical situation then. This suggestion both follows the general practice of the Council in authorizing the extension of peacekeeping operations and accommodates the specific situation of Haiti and of MIPONUH. In particular, it avoids the situation in which the Council, in dealing with regional hot spots, may adopt a double standard. It is regrettable that our major amendment proposals have not been taken into account and adopted by the co- sponsors. As a result, my delegation was compelled to abstain in the voting on this draft resolution.”
1998-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3949 (1998) · source
“China understands the importance of building a highly effective and professional police force in Haiti. At the same time, we believe that the stability and development of Haiti not only hinge on the building of a police force but also involve various other aspects. Only the restoration of the economic and social development of Haiti can ensure the maintenance of stability and lead to a genuine and lasting settlement of the present difficulties. We have taken note of the letter from President Preval and the report of the Secretary-General. We have also taken note of the wish of the group of Friends of the Secretary- General for Haiti.”
1998-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3949 (1998) · source
“Having learned first hand about the situation on the ground, we believe that of late the situation in Haiti has been relatively stable and that it does not constitute any threat to international or regional peace and security. With the help of the United Nations Civilian Police Mission in Haiti (MIPONUH), the establishment of the Haitian National Police force has also made considerable progress. The resolution before us stresses that economic reconstruction is the major task facing the Government and people of Haiti. Under these circumstances, China believes that it is necessary to promote and encourage the relevant development and financial institutions to play a major role in Haiti instead of continuing to extend the mandate of MIPONUH for another year.”
1998-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3949 (1998) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The United Nations peacekeeping operation in Haiti has been going on for more than five years. In this regard, the Council has adopted many resolutions extending the mandate of the operation while constantly changing its name. China has always supported the United Nations efforts to provide necessary assistance to the people of Haiti and has always been in favour of the relevant resolutions. We still believe that the United Nations should continue to provide assistance to the people of Haiti to help them overcome the political crisis and carry out economic reconstruction. Not long ago the Permanent Representative of China, Ambassador Qin Huasun, Visited the Republic of Haiti.”
1998-11-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3949 (1998) · source
“In the light of those considerations, the Chinese delegation is unable to support the invoking of Chapter VII of the Charter as a means of putting pressure on the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, as well as some other provisions in the draft resolution. We proposed our amendments to the sponsors, and we thank them for accepting some of them. Nonetheless, we regret that some of our other important views were not incorporated into the text. Therefore, the Chinese delegation will abstain in the vote on the draft resolution.”
1998-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3944 (1998) · source
“The Council's basic purpose in establishing this Tribunal was to restore lasting peace and stability in the former Yugoslav region in close cooperation with the parties to the conflict there. Mutual respect and cooperation are an important guarantee for the Tribunal to be able to carry out smoothly its functions and duties. The problems that crop up in the course of its work should be resolved through consultations among all parties concerned. The Tribunal should seriously consider the questions and concerns raised by the parties. It should not become a political tool to exert pressures on any party.”
1998-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3944 (1998) · source
“China condemns the terrorist forces in this region for the crimes against humanity and in Violation of human rights. Double standards should not be used in the fight against terrorism. We note that the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia is now investigating and handling these matters through its internal judicial procedures. China supports the measures taken by that Government in this regard. The handling of these matters falls entirely within the internal jurisdiction of the Government of the Federal Republic. On this question, the principle of respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic, reaffirmed time and again by the Council, should be strictly observed.”
1998-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3944 (1998) · source
“Mr. Shen Guofang (China) (interpretation from Chinese): In principle, the Chinese delegation supports the work of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia. At the same time, our reservation, expressed at the time the Council adopted resolution 827 (1993), remains unchanged. The Council established the Tribunal on the Former Yugoslavia in 1993 on an ad hoc basis, with a specific target. This has been the common understanding of the members of the Council. The Tribunal is not a permanent court of law, nor is it an organ that can intervene at any time in the internal affairs of any country in the Balkan region that fall purely within that country's domestic jurisdiction. The problems in the Kosovo region of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia by their very nature originated in terrorist and separatist activities.”
1998-11-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3944 (1998) · source
“We support the further strengthening of information exchange between the Security Council and other organs such as the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the United Nations Children's Fund and the International Committee of the Red Cross so that there is a clear division of labour and each can carry out its functions, coordinate with the others and guarantee the safety of humanitarian assistance personnel. We also believe it would be appropriate for the Security Council in the authorization of future peacekeeping operations to consider the inclusion of protection for humanitarian assistance where there is a practical need for it. Finally, China supports the Security Council's issuing of a presidential statement and will further study the specific recommendations contained in the report of the Secretary-General.”
1998-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3932 (1998) · source
“At the same time, the relief operations and the personnel should strictly abide by the principles of humanity, neutrality and impartiality. During their work they should be careful to respect the local history, culture, religious practices, customs and traditions. China is in favour of the Secretary-General's recommendation regarding strengthening coordination between the Security Council and other institutions like the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council.”
1998-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3932 (1998) · source
“Therefore, it is necessary for the Security Council to once again hold an open debate to draw the attention of all parties to this question and push for the adoption of necessary measures so as to guarantee fully the safety and security of humanitarian assistance operations and their personnel. China appreciates the report of the Secretary-General to the Security Council and basically agrees with the analysis contained therein. We are seriously concerned about the constant attacks against and kidnapping of humanitarian relief workers. We believe that the key to the resolution of this problem lies in strict compliance with and implementation of international law by the parties to the conflicts and in the renunciation of the practice of pursuing political goals by attacking humanitarian relief workers or by kidnapping such workers.”
1998-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3932 (1998) · source