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Wang Guangya

lines on the record: 771
first: 1999-09-24
most recent: 2008-07-31
sittings or episodes: 134
sources: un-security-council

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“I solemnly pledge that the Chinese Government will work with the rest of the international community to push for an early settlement of the Darfur issue and to contribute to the peace, stability and development of Darfur.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“China supports the reasonable request by the African Union and other organizations for the Council to take early action to suspend the indictment of the Sudanese leader by the ICC, in accordance with the relevant provisions. The Chinese Government has done a great deal of work to push for the settlement of the Darfur issue. Chinese peacekeepers are already on the front line of the international peacekeeping operation in Darfur. At present, all the engineering contingents participating in the mission in Darfur have been deployed. The Chinese Government is duty-bound to create favourable conditions for them to carry out the international peacekeeping mission safely and smoothly.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“China is of the View that seeking to resolve the issue of impunity through the indictment of the Sudanese leader by the ICC will only derail the process of resolving the Darfur issue, and even render useless all efforts made so far by all parties for the proper settlement of the issue. The Security Council bears the political responsibility for the overall peace process in the Sudan. It must approach the issue from the political perspective to ensure that the overall interests of the political process and the peacekeeping deployment in Darfur are not compromised. Recently, during the consultations on the text of the draft resolution on the extension of the mandate of UNAMID, many members of the Council expressed insightful views that China fully endorses.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The indictment of the Sudanese leader proposed by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is an inappropriate decision taken at an inappropriate time. It will seriously undermine the atmosphere of mutual political trust and cooperation between the United Nations and the Sudanese Government, fuel the arrogance of the rebel groups not willing in the political process and harm the fragile and turbulent security situation in Darfur. The proposed indictment therefore inevitably came under extensive criticism from many countries, represented by important international organizations such as the African Union, the League of Arab States, the Organization of the Islamic Conference and the Non-Aligned Movement. That deserves the Security Council's full attention and respect.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“To achieve desirable results and win the genuine support of the people of the Sudan and Africa, it is necessary to manage the overall balance and priorities of political negotiations, the deployment of peacekeepers, humanitarian relief, economic development and justice, and to move forward steadily with good coordination among all parties. Only in that way can the course of international peacekeeping continue along the correct path with healthy progress. Any imprudent and hasty action that disregards the objective conditions, despite its good intentions, cannot gain the approval and support of the international community. At present, the parties concerned are striving to find a political solution to the Darfur issue, but no progress will be possible without the full cooperation of the Sudanese Government.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The core of that approach is to give equal emphasis to the political process and the deployment of peacekeepers in an effort to establish a political mechanism of mutual trust and cooperation among United Nations, the African Union and the Sudanese Government, with particular emphasis on promoting the Sudanese Government's cooperation initiative. Those successful mechanisms have been important for the progress made so far and, thus, should be fully respected and supported by all parties. The Darfur issue is very complicated. The international effort for its settlement involves various elements.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The successes and failures of international peacekeeping operations in recent years have shown repeatedly that a basic prerequisite for the success of any international peacekeeping mission is to seek the appreciation and cooperation of the Government and the people of the country concerned. Without that prerequisite, international peacekeeping operations, no matter how meticulously designed, can experience setbacks and even failure. Through several years of exploration, the international community has deepened its thinking on the Darfur issue and has gradually formed consensus on basic approaches such as the dual-track strategy and the tripartite mechanism.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The Hybrid Operation in Darfur, jointly carried out by the United Nations and the African Union, is a mission involving huge investment and of unprecedented size. Its success not only concerns the early stabilization of the security situation in Darfur and the smooth delivery of humanitarian assistance on the ground, but also has an impact on the safety and security of the tens of thousands of international peacekeepers in the country. Moreover, the fundamental solution to the Darfur issue lies in political negotiations. Without sincere political consensus of all parties in Darfur on the pursuit of peace, there can be no peace in the region, no matter how many international peacekeepers the United Nations sends to the region.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The tremendous potential for development should not only enable the Sudan to feed and clothe its people and bring them a happy life, but also make it possible to contribute to peace and development in Africa as a whole, which is in the common interest of the international community. So long as they are conducive to the peace process in the Sudan, all efforts that help improve North-South relations in the country, facilitate the settlement of the Darfur issue and promote harmony between the various political parties deserve the generous support of the international community. As part of the Sudan's domestic problems, the Darfur issue has been at the centre of the international spotlight in recent years.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“The Sudan is a country with a large territory, many neighbours and complicated historical, religious, economic and social issues. It has endured protracted wars and disputes. However, in recent years, thanks to the concerted efforts of the Sudanese Government and all political forces in the country, and with the generous assistance of the international community, the Sudan has achieved notable progress in the peace process. The signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement signified the end of the decades-long war between the North and the South. People have every reason to expect that the Sudan will finally embark on the right track of peace and development.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council has just adopted a resolution on the extension of the mandate of the African Union- United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID). It is an important resolution. Its adoption has provided the basic guarantee for the successful implementation of the mandate of the largest international peacekeeping operation in the history of the United Nations. It is on those grounds that the Chinese delegation voted in favour of the resolution. The issue of the Sudan has attracted the enormous attention of the international community in recent years. All parties have come to understand that the peace and stability of the Sudan, an important country on the African continent, has an impact on the peace and stability of the region and the continent as a whole that cannot be ignored.”
2008-07-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5947 (2008) · source
“Having ratified the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict, China is now a party to the Protocol. We call for the ratification of and accession to the Protocol by more countries. It is our hope that all parties will make efforts to truly improve the situation of children in armed conflict and give them the beautiful future that they deserve.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“The Chinese delegation once again calls upon all parties to armed conflict to truly honour their obligations, comply with international humanitarian law and respect and protect the rights of children. In promoting post-conflict reconstruction, the international community should give priority to the reintegration of children into their families, schools and communities and provide sufficient resources to guarantee the achievement of that goal. Efforts by the Security Council alone are not enough to resolve the question of children and armed conflict. We encourage UNICEF, the World Bank and other international agencies to play a greater role in helping the countries concerned to prevent the involvement of children in armed conflict. We also welcome the positive role played by non-governmental organizations in that regard.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“The Chinese delegation hopes that the Working Group, with continued professionalism and objectivity, will be able to find solutions to the relevant issues through cooperation with the Governments concerned and constructive consultations, and put forward useful proposals to the Security Council. The Chinese delegation supports the Working Group in its continued efforts to consider its working methods in order to improve its efficiency and transparency. China is always opposed to the wilful use or threat of sanctions by the Security Council and believes that the issue of sanctions should be approached with even greater caution when it comes to the question of children and armed conflict. Situations vary from conflict to conflict and cannot all be treated alike or addressed with a one-size-fits-all approach.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“The Secretariat should also strengthen communication and cooperation with the Governments concerned to ensure the accuracy and objectivity of its information and to improve the quality of its reports. Thirdly, continued efforts are needed to improve the monitoring and reporting mechanism and the proceedings of the Working Group on the basis of resolution 1612 (2005). Progress has been made with regard to collecting information since the monitoring and reporting mechanism went into operation. However, in many countries and regions the mechanism is still in its initial stage and need to be constantly improved in practice. Impatience and haste should therefore be avoided. Under the coordination of France as its chair, the Working Group has considered the question of children in a number of countries.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“That is yet further proof of the need for the Security Council to pay more attention to the issue of armed conflict per se. Secondly, in addressing the issue of children and armed conflict, the role of the Government concerned should always be respected and supported. Resolution 1612 (2005) stresses the primary responsibility of the Government concerned for the protection of children and the need for other parties to cooperate with the Government in its efforts. The Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict should increase communication with the Governments concerned, acknowledge and support its positive measures and continue to enhance mutual confidence so as to avoid politicizing the question of children and interfering in the internal affairs of the countries concerned under the pretext of protecting children.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“First, the Security Council should stay focused on its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. Armed conflict inevitably hurts and affects children and other vulnerable groups. By working to prevent, reduce or resolve conflicts at the grassroots level, the Security Council will be able to provide children with the best protection it can. That is far more meaningful and effective than remedial measures taken in the aftermath of conflict. A look at reality this year shows that, while many children in Afghanistan and other regions have become the victims of armed conflict as a result of the deterioration of the security situation, positive progress in the peace processes in Cote d'Ivoire and other regions has brought hope to children there.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation wishes to thank you, Sir, for coming to New York to preside over this meeting. I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Radhika Coomaraswamy and UNICEF Executive Director Ann Veneman for their briefings. China is deeply concerned about violations committed against children in armed conflicts in some countries. China opposes the recruitment and use of child soldiers and other violations of the rights and interests of children in armed conflict. We support the various efforts of the United Nations, including those of the Security Council, to promote the protection of children in armed conflict. I should like to take this opportunity to emphasize the following.”
2008-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5936 (2008) · source
“China sincerely hopes that the opposing sides in Zimbabwe will maintain calm and exercise restraint, cease all violent acts and avoid taking any action that may lead to a further deterioration in or exacerbation of the situation in the country, so as to establish favourable conditions and enable the negotiating process to continue. China calls upon all parties in Zimbabwe to cooperate with the good offices efforts of the countries and organizations in the region to find a way to achieve political reconciliation as soon as possible in order to peacefully settle the question of Zimbabwe through consultation and dialogue.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“Lightly using or threatening to use sanctions is not conducive to solving problems. More important, the development of the situation in Zimbabwe to date has not gone beyond the realm of internal affairs. It does not constitute a threat to the world's peace and security. The situation in Zimbabwe is quite complex and sensitive at present. The relevant negotiating process has begun. By adopting a resolution imposing sanctions on Zimbabwe now, the Security Council would unavoidably be interfering with the negotiating process. That would lead to a further deterioration of the situation. At present, the situation in Zimbabwe is the focus of broad attention in the international community. Maintaining peace and stability in Zimbabwe is in the interests not only of the people of Zimbabwe, but of the countries of the region as well.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“In talks at the recently held G8 summit in Hokkaido, Japan, several African leaders once again clearly stated their opposition to imposing sanctions against Zimbabwe at this stage. In recent days, during the Security Council's consultations on the situation in Zimbabwe, many countries, including China, repeatedly called upon the Council to respect the position of African countries on that issue and to allow more time for the good offices and mediation efforts of the African Union and the Southern African Development Community. Regrettably, the sincere appeals and reasonable proposals of those countries were not taken on board. China deeply regrets that. China has always believed that negotiation and dialogue are the best approach to solving problems on the international level.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“The recent African Union summit held serious discussions on the question of Zimbabwe and adopted a resolution calling upon all parties in the country to start a dialogue, seek to establish a Government of national unity and support SADC's ongoing good offices on the question of Zimbabwe. It also called upon all parties to exercise restraint and not to take any action that might have a negative impact on the situation. China believes that the African Union resolution on the question of Zimbabwe represents an important position that reflects the consensus of African countries on the current situation. The Security Council should accord it great attention and full respect.”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation has insurmountable difficulties with the draft resolution and therefore voted against it. Since the March elections in Zimbabwe caused a political dispute, China has closely followed the evolution of the situation in the country. We call upon all parties in Zimbabwe to take to heart the overall interests of the nation, keep calm and exercise restraint, and settle their differences in accordance with the law and through dialogue and consultation. We support the active good offices efforts of the international community, including those of the African Union and the Southern African Development Community (SADC).”
2008-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5933 (2008) · source
“We should work together with other United Nations organs - such as the Peacebuilding Commission, the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council - rely on the membership of the United Nations, enhance coordination with regional organizations, continuously promote the idea of peacebuilding, and continue to nurture the cause of peacebuilding.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“Currently, peace in many African countries is extremely fragile and urgently needs our special attention and careful nurturing. The agenda of the Peacebuilding Commission is currently dominated by the situation in African countries, demonstrating the universal agreement of the international community concerning the special needs of Africa. In the future, the international community should continue to increase its contribution to the cause of peacebuilding in Africa. As the organ entrusted with the sacred mission of maintaining international peace and security, the Security Council should play a crucial role in peacebuilding.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“We encourage Member States and the relevant organizations to assume the principal responsibility in that connection and we believe that the United Nations can play an active role in that regard. Thirdly, the African continent should be accorded priority attention with respect to peacebuilding. As one of the most turbulent continents of our world and the region where optimism about achieving the Millennium Development Goals is at its lowest ebb, Africa faces such multiple challenges as frequent conflicts, economic backwardness, severe natural disasters, food crises and so on. We must recognize the fact that, without stability and development in Africa, there will be no world peace or prosperity. By helping Africa, we are helping ourselves.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“In practice, what the countries concerned lack is often not political will, but the capacity necessary for peacebuilding. Here, the international community can use its advantage in areas such as finance and technology to provide constructive assistance to the countries concerned. We have taken note of the relevant ideas in the concept paper prepared by the United Kingdom (S/2008/29l, annex), including enhancing international coordination, ensuring flexibility in financing and establishing a civilian rapid deployment force. I wish to particularly stress that the envisaged corps of civilian experts should have expertise in a variety of areas, from security and rule of law to human rights and development, and that if conditions permit, it should help the countries concerned to build local expertise.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“Without the active participation of the Government concerned and the enthusiastic support of the local population, a lasting peace is hard to imagine. Therefore, we should trust the local people and rely on the local Government and should encourage them to use their talents and ingenuity to lay down a sound reconstruction plan so that they can truly own and fully engage in the peacebuilding process. Secondly, the international community has the important mission of assisting the countries concerned to realize peacebuilding. As a brand new task, peacebuilding requires that the countries concerned, the United Nations system, Member States, regional organizations and civil society make concerted efforts to address problems in a variety of areas, such as security, development, human rights and the rule of law, in an integrated manner.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“How can the international community, and the United Nations in particular, provide effective and timely assistance? We do not have ready answers to those questions; nor do we have much experience to rely on. It is my hope that more ideas will come out of this meeting. I would like to make a few observations on behalf of China concerning the questions I have posed. First, the country concerned bears the primary responsibility for peacebuilding. The ultimate purpose of peacebuilding is to build a modern State that is peaceful and stable, with economic development, respect for human rights and the rule of law. The local people are the foundation of peacebuilding efforts and the biggest beneficiaries of the results of peacebuilding.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“In today's world, where the fates of the peoples of all countries are closely interconnected, doing a goodjob in peacebuilding is not only helpful in ensuring lasting peace and sustained development in post-conflict countries, but also conducive to the enhancement of the current collective security system and to the common development of mankind. The international community should attach great importance to this issue and should examine it from a global strategic perspective. How can we ensure that conflicts do not re-erupt? How can we enable populations to enjoy the dividends of peace? How can we transition from a fragile peace to a harmonious society governed by the people and for the people? What role can the countries concerned play in peacebuilding?”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to express my thanks to the United Kingdom for taking the initiative to organize this open debate on post-conflict peacebuilding. This open debate provides a forum for the international community to undertake a focused discussion on ways and means to provide more effective assistance for post-conflict peacebuilding and to strengthen mutual cooperation in that regard. That is of great significance for the maintenance of international peace and security. Peacebuilding is a common challenge facing humankind and a major issue that the United Nations and the international community need to address urgently.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“2 Post-conflict peacebuilding Letter dated 2 May 2008 from the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the United Nations addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2008/291)”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to take this opportunity to thank you, Mr. President, for extending sympathy and condolences to the Chinese Government and people on behalf of the Security Council, as well as for mourning the loss of Wenchuan earthquake Victims. I will soon report to my Government and convey the Council's sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims. I am confident that, with the concerted efforts of the Chinese Government and people and the strong support of the members of the Security Council and other countries and international organizations, China will prevail in its earthquake relief efforts. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2008-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5895 (2008) · source
“China hopes that all parties concerned will seize the opportunity, engage in closer contacts and dialogue on the basis of equality and mutual respect, increase mutual trust and reduce misperceptions, address on another's concerns and seek an approach that is acceptable to all for the resumption of negotiations. China is ready to work with all parties to make a contribution to the peaceful settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“We call upon the parties to make unremitting efforts to enhance all-round diplomatic endeavours, seek a solution that will not only ensure Iran's right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy but also address the international concern over nuclear non-proliferation, and strive to achieve an early, long-term, comprehensive and proper solution of the Iranian nuclear issue. We call upon Iran to fully comply with the IAEA and Security Council resolutions as soon as possible. The Ministers for Foreign Affairs of the six countries have issued a joint statement, in which they reiterate their commitment to resolving the issue through diplomatic negotiations and express their readiness to strengthen diplomatic efforts and adopt creative approaches to vigorously facilitate the resumption of negotiations.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“That is to say, if Iran suspends uranium enrichment and reprocessing activities and complies with the relevant IAEA and Security Council resolutions, the sanctions will be suspended and even terminated. China wishes to reiterate that sanctions can never fundamentally resolve the issue. They can only serve as a means to promote reconciliation and negotiations. The best way to resolve the issue remains diplomatic negotiations. We call upon all parties concerned to adopt a highly responsible and constructive attitude, show the necessary flexibility as appropriate, give full play to initiative and creativity and demonstrate determination and sincerity in resuming negotiations.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“As the impasse on the Iranian nuclear issue is not yet broken, the international community is increasingly calling for greater diplomatic efforts, in the hopes that the parties concerned can find a breakthrough point soon and bring the issue back onto the track of settlement. It is against that background that the Security Council once again adopted a new resolution on the Iranian nuclear issue. Like the previous three resolutions, it is not aimed at punishing Iran, but is aimed at urging Iran's return to the negotiating table and thus reactivating a new round of diplomatic efforts. The sanctions measures are not targeted at the Iranian people and will not affect normal economic and financial activities between Iran and other countries. All the sanctions measures are reversible.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“Iran has clarified a series of outstanding issues such as uranium contamination, polonium experiments and the uranium metal document and provided information similar to that which it had previously provided pursuant to the Additional Protocol. China welcomes the previously mentioned cooperation between Iran and the IAEA. On the other hand, the report also points out that Iran has not suspended uranium enrichment activities, as required by the Security Council resolutions, has started the development of new-generation centrifuges and continues construction of its heavy-water reactor and production of heavy water, while issues relevant to the possible dimensions of Iran's nuclear programme remain outstanding.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council has just adopted a new resolution on the Iranian nuclear issue. This is the fourth Security Council resolution on the issue since July 2006. It reflects not only the international concern over the issue, but also the expectations of all parties for an early, peaceful settlement of the issue through diplomatic negotiations. At present, developments regarding the Iranian nuclear issue are mixed. On the one hand, the latest report by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) states that the Agency can verify the non-diversion of declared nuclear material in Iran and has no concrete information about possible current undeclared nuclear material and activities in Iran.”
2008-03-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5848 (2008) · source
“China sincerely hopes that all parties concerned will keep in mind the long-term interests of peace and security in the Balkan region, Europe and the world at large, and conduct candid negotiations and discussions for a constructive solution to the issue of Kosovo's status. The Security Council and the international community should encourage Serbia and Kosovo to continue their pursuit of a mutually acceptable solution through political and diplomatic means.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“China agrees that the future of both Serbia and Kosovo lies in their eventual integration into Europe 8 and appreciates the desire of the European Union (EU) to play an active role on the Kosovo issue. China hopes that the EU will take into account not only the interests of Serbia and Kosovo, but also the concerns of other countries in the region. More important, it needs to pay attention to and uphold the authority and role of the Security Council in resolving the Kosovo issue. We hope that the EU will make greater efforts to reconcile the positions of Serbia and Kosovo, urge the two parties to continue their dialogue and encourage them to find a way out in the process of seeking integration into Europe.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“Security Council resolution 1244 (1999) remains the political and legal basis for the settlement of the Kosovo issue. Prior to the adoption of any new resolution by the Council, all efforts and actions for the settlement of this issue should conform to the relevant provisions of resolution 1244 (1999). If a resolution adopted by the Security Council is not observed and implemented, the resolution in question becomes a mere scrap of paper; what is more, the authority and credibility of the Security Council as the primary organ for safeguarding world peace and security would be compromised. This is not only a concern of China, but also one of the international community. The Chinese Government therefore hopes that all members will show a responsible attitude and consider and address this issue seriously and prudently.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“The issue of Kosovo's status does indeed have its special nature. Nevertheless, to terminate negotiations, give up pursuit of a solution acceptable to both parties and replace such efforts with unilateral actions will certainly constitute a serious challenge to the fundamental principles of international law. Together with other countries concerned, we express our serious concern over this matter. We call on all relevant parties to take full account of the complexity and sensitivity of the issue of Kosovo's status and make a sober assessment of the potential adverse implications of this unilateral action for peace and stability in the region, act with maximum prudence and do their utmost to preserve peace, security and stability there.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“Nevertheless, if negotiations are to be fruitful and successful, all participating parties need to show sincerity and flexibility, rather than giving up and even shutting the door of negotiations because of their differences. China believes that - rather than doing any good for the settlement of ethnic conflicts, achieving a multi-ethnic society and the maintenance of peace, stability and development in the former Yugoslavia - the unilateral action by Kosovo may rekindle conflicts and turbulence in the region, which in turn would cause serious humanitarian crisis and adversely impact the entire Balkan region and beyond. China is deeply concerned over this. Safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity is one of the cardinal principles of contemporary international law, as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“China always stands for peaceful resolution of disputes through political and diplomatic means and supports a negotiated and proper settlement of the issue of Kosovo's status. China opposes unilateral action and objects to solutions imposed by pressure. China has always maintained that the best way to resolve the issue of Kosovo's status is for the two parties concerned to reach a mutually acceptable solution through negotiations. That should be the common goal of all the parties concerned. Last year, under the auspices of the international contact group the Troika - Serbia and Kosovo held several rounds of direct negotiations on the status issue. It is true that no substantive breakthrough was achieved during months of negotiations.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese Government is gravely concerned over the unilateral declaration of independence by Kosovo on 17 February 2008. As we speak, the whole international community is closely watching the reaction of the United Nations. China supports the proposal by Serbia and Russia to convene an emergency meeting of the Security Council and hopes that members will engage in serious discussion and respond in a responsible manner. The question of the status of Kosovo is extremely complicated and sensitive. It not just is an emotional issue for the Kosovo Albanians and Kosovo Serbs; it also bears on the peace, security and stability of the Balkan region and even Europe at large.”
2008-02-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5839 (2008) · source
“China will continue to work with the parties concerned through various channels in order to build up trust among them and narrow their differences. In response to the appeal by the Secretariat, China sent troops to Darfur, and they were among the earliest to arrive on the ground. Most of the humanitarian assistance that China has provided to Darfur, totalling 80 million yuan renminbi, has been delivered and distributed. The Government of China has also provided support to the Chinese companies engaged in building schools, drilling wells and delivering water projects. China will continue to join the international community in contributing to an early settlement of the Darfur issue and to the achievement of peace, stability and development in Darfur.”
2008-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5832 (2008) · source
“As Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon pointed out just a few days ago when addressing the General Assembly, disputes over water resources are a major cause of the conflict in Darfur. In its efforts to facilitate the resolution of the issue of Darfur, the international community should address both symptoms and root causes. It should attach importance to social and economic development and provide humanitarian and development assistance. At the same time, however, only improving people's lives on the ground will fundamentally remove the cause of the conflict and improve the security environment. As a responsible member of the international community, China has made a series of determined efforts to find a proper resolution of the question of Darfur.”
2008-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5832 (2008) · source
“Major rebel groups continue to be intransigent and are boycotting the negotiating process. China is deeply worried. We solemnly call upon those groups to put the overall interests of national stability and the well-being of the people of Darfur above everything else, to respond positively to the just cause of the international community and to make the right choice at an early date. The Security Council should also invest more energy in its efforts to facilitate the political process in Darfur. China also hopes that the country concerned will be able to exert greater influence to call upon the rebel groups to change their positions and take part in the negotiations. Poverty and backwardness are the root causes of the issue of Darfur. By its very nature, this is a question of development.”
2008-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5832 (2008) · source
“The hybrid force should also effectively strengthen security measures in order to ease the concerns of troop contributors. The final outcome of the situation in Darfur will depend upon the success of the political process. The political process and the deployment of the peacekeeping Operation feed into one another. In the absence of a political peace agreement as a basis, there will be no peace to keep in Darfur. The peacekeeping Operation would lose all relevance. China would like to express its gratitude to Special Envoys Eliasson and Salim for their efforts to promote the political process in Darfur. China supports the talks launched last October in Sirte. Regrettably, however, the political process in Darfur lags far behind the deployment of the peacekeeping Operation.”
2008-02-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5832 (2008) · source