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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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“It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President (spoke in Chinese): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1597 (2005). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.45 am.”
2005-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5165 (2005) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document 5/2005/236, which contains the text of a letter dated 11 April 2005 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council concerning the list of candidates for election as ad litem judges of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, containing in particular the suggestion to extend the deadline for nominations until 21 April 2005. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2005/261, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations.”
2005-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5165 (2005) · source
“I thank Ambassador Sardenberg for his briefing. On behalf of the Council, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation to all the members of the Security Council mission, which was very ably led by Ambassador Sardenberg, for the manner in which they carried out their important responsibility on behalf of the Council. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 10.40 a.m.”
2005-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5164 (2005) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ronaldo Mota Sardenberg, head of the Security Council mission to Haiti. It is so decided. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I should like to welcome the return of the members of the Council and the Secretariat who took part in the mission to Haiti. I now call on Mr. Ronaldo Mota Sardenberg, head of the Security Council mission to Haiti.”
2005-04-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5164 (2005) · source
“A vote was taken by show of hands. In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President (spoke in Chinese): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1596 (2005). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 12.20 p.m.”
2005-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5163 (2005) · source
“The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document S/2005/245, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. I should like to draw the attention of members to document S/2005/30, which contains the text of a letter dated 25 January 2005 from the Chairman of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo addressed to the President of the Security Council. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution before it. Unless I hear any objection, I shall now put the draft resolution to the vote. There being no objection, it is so decided.”
2005-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5163 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Ileka (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat the Council table. The President (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-04-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5163 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council recalls the need for an effective programme of reintegration to be quickly implemented with the support as appropriate of the international community." This statement will be issued as a document of the Security Council under the symbol S/PRST/ZOOS/ 15. The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.10 p.m.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council urges the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda to work together, in close cooperation with MONUC, to make use of the chance given to them to contribute to peace and stability in the whole Great Lakes region of Africa. "The Security Council welcomes the Government of Rwanda's commitment to receive former combatants, and urges the Government of Rwanda to guarantee the return and reintegration of FDLR members and their dependents to be repatriated, in accordance with applicable standards of international law and with respect for the rights and freedoms of the human being.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“"The Security Council calls on the FDLR to turn their positive words into action and to demonstrate their commitment to peace by immediately handing all their arms to the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) and by taking part in the programme put in place for their earliest voluntary and peaceful return to Rwanda or resettlement, as well as by assisting the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda in Arusha to fulfil its mandate, particularly with regard to the arrest and transfer to its custody of indictees who remain at large. "The Security Council encourages all other armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that have not yet done so to renounce likewise the use of force and to take part without delay in the programmes of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“It considers this encouraging statement as a significant opportunity to move towards the return of peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, national reconciliation in Rwanda, and full normalization of relations between the two countries. It commends the role of independent mediator played by the Sant'Egidio community.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I should like to draw attention to document S/2005/223, which contains the text of a letter dated 4 April 2005 from the Permanent Representative of Rwanda addressed to the President of the Security Council. After consultations among members of the Security Council, I have been authorized to make the following statement on behalf of the Council. "The Security Council welcomes the statement issued by the Forces democratiques de liberation du Rwanda (FDLR) in Rome, on 31 March 2005, in which they condemn the 1994 genocide and commit themselves to renounce the use of force and cease all offensive operations against Rwanda.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in which she requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the discussion, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mrs. Booto (Democratic Republic of the Congo) took a seat at the Council table. The President (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”
2005-04-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5162 (2005) · source
“In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I invite Council members to informal consultations to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 3.55 p.m.”
2005-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5161 (2005) · source
“Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, and by Mrs. Anne Patterson, representative of the United States, on behalf of the multinational force. I give the floor to Mr. Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq.”
2005-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5161 (2005) · source
“The President (spoke in Chinese): In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Mr. Ashraf Jehangir Qazi, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq. It is so decided. I invite Mr. Qazi to take a seat at the Council table. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them documents S/2005/141 and corrigendum 1, which contain the report of the Secretary-General pursuant to paragraph 30 of resolution 1546 (2004). At this meeting, the Security Council will hear briefings by Mr.”
2005-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5161 (2005) · source
“I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Iraq in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Sumaida'ie (Iraq) took a seat at the Council table.”
2005-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5161 (2005) · source
“In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, Russian Federation, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania, United States of America The President (spoke in Chinese): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1595 (2005). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The meeting rose at 12.35 p.m.”
2005-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5160 (2005) · source
“I should also like to draw the attention of members of the Council to the following documents: S/2005/208, letter dated 29 March 2005 from Lebanon addressed to the Secretary-General; S/2005/209, identical letters dated 29 March 2005 from the Syrian Arab Republic addressed to the Secretary-General and the President of the Security Council; and S/2005/219, letter dated 23 March 2005 from Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic addressed to the President of the Security Council. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show of hands.”
2005-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5160 (2005) · source
“The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. Members of the Council have before them document S/2005/203, which contains a letter dated 24 March 2005 from the Secretary-General transmitting the report of the Fact-finding Mission to Lebanon. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2005/227, which contains the text of a draft resolution submitted by Denmark, France, Greece, Japan, Philippines, Romania, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and United States of America.”
2005-04-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5160 (2005) · source
“The President (spake in Chinese): There were 15 In favour: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, China, unanimously as resolution 1594 (2005). votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted Denmark. France, Greece, Japan. Philippines, The Security Council has thus concluded the Romania, Russian Federation. United Kingdom present stage of its consideration of the item on its of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United agenda. Republic Of Tanzania. United States Of America The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 12.35 pm.”
2005-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5159 (2005) · source
“The President (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members have before them document S/ZOOS/ 186, which contains the fourth progress report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire. Members of the Council also have before them document S/2005/221, which contains the text of a draft resolution prepared in the course of the Council's prior consultations. It is my understanding that the Council is ready to proceed to the vote on the draft resolution. Unless I hear any objection, I shall put the draft resolution to the vote now. There being no objection, it is so decided. A vote was taken by show aflmmls.”
2005-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5159 (2005) · source
“The situation in Cote d'Ivoire Fourth progress report of the Secretary- General on the United Nations Operation in C6te d'Ivoire (S/2005/186) The President (spoke in Chinese): I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Cote d'Ivoire in which he requests to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that representative to participate in the consideration without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Djangone- Bi (Cote d'Ivoire) took a seat at the Council table.”
2005-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5159 (2005) · source
“As the Secretary-General best phrased it, the Pope was a tireless advocate of peace, a true pioneer in interfaith dialogue and a strong force for critical self- evaluation by the Church itself. I would respectfully ask Archbishop Celestino Migliore, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, to convey the expressions of condolence to the members of the Security Council to the Holy See. I wish to request members of the Security Council to stand and observe a minute of silence in memory of, and tribute to the life and work of Pope John Paul II. The members of the Council Observed a minute of silence. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted.”
2005-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5159 (2005) · source
“As this is the first meeting of the Security Council for the month of April, I should like to take the opportunity to pay tribute, on behalf of the Council, to Mr. Ronaldo Mota Sardenberg, Permanent Representative of Brazil to the United Nations, for his service as President of the Security Council for the month of March 2005. I am sure I speak for all members of the Council in expressing deep appreciation to Ambassador Sardenberg for the great diplomatic skill with which he conducted the Council's business last month. Expression of condolence and a minute of silence following the passing of His Holiness Pope John Paul II The President (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I should like to take this opportunity, on behalf of the members of the Security Council, to express our condolences at the passing of His Holiness Pope John Paul II.”
2005-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5159 (2005) · source
“We cannot accept any exercise of the ICC's jurisdiction against the will of non-State parties, and we would find it difficult to endorse any Security Council authorization of such an exercise of jurisdiction by the ICC. For those reasons, China had no alternative but to abstain on the draft resolution sponsored by the United Kingdom.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“In order to ensure the justice, transparency and credibility of the trials, the international community could provide appropriate technical assistance and necessary monitoring. Of course, the African panel for criminal justice and reconciliation, proposed by Nigeria on behalf of the African Union, could also serve as a way out. We are not in favour of referring the question of Darfur to the International Criminal Court (ICC) without the consent of the Sudanese Government, because we are afraid that that would not only severely complicate efforts to secure an early settlement of the Darfur issue, but also have unforeseeable consequences for the north-south peace process in the Sudan. It should also be pointed out that China is not a State party to the Rome Statute and has major reservations with regard to certain of its provisions.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“In addressing the issue of impunity, we believe that, when trying to ensure justice, it is also necessary to make every effort to avoid any negative impact on the political negotiations on Darfur. When punishing the perpetrators, it is also necessary to promote national reconciliation. When trying to solve the question of Darfur, it is also necessary to sustain the hard-won results in the North-South peace process. Based on that position and out of respect for national judicial sovereignty, we would prefer to see perpetrators of gross violations of human rights stand trial in the Sudanese judicial system. We have noted that the Sudanese judiciary has recently taken legal action against individuals involved.”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation abstained in the voting on the resolution. We have always closely followed the situation in the Darfur region of the Sudan and support efforts to reach an agreement on an early political settlement of the question of Darfur through the negotiations held under the auspices of the African Union. At the same time, like other members of the international community, we deeply deplore the gross Violations of international humanitarian and human rights law in Darfur. Undoubtedly, the perpetrators must be brought to justice. The question is: What is the most effective and feasible approach in this connection?”
2005-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5158 (2005) · source
“Fourthly, the Security Council should devote even greater attention to post-conflict reconstruction efforts on the part of the countries concerned. The Secretary-General's report recommends the establishment of a Peacebuilding Commission; this is an innovative idea that merits further consideration by the Security Council. In brief, we believe that the Security Council should continuously take stock of its experience in considering African issues in order to enhance its work, so that its decisions can better meet the actual needs of African countries and make solid contributions to resolving African conflicts.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“First, the Security Council should strongly urge the international community to intensify its focus on African issues, and also urge members to demonstrate greater political will and provide additional resources. Secondly, the Security Council should continue to place African items at the top of its agenda. It should give greater play to the role of the African Union and other African regional and subregional organizations, carefully heed their views and proposals, enhance their coordination and cooperation on the ground, and assist them in capacity-building. Thirdly, the Security Council should take an integrated approach to identifying effective ways of resolving African issues; enhance its coordination with peacekeeping operations and other United Nations agencies; and promote synergy to avoid any waste of resources.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“This demonstrates once again the Security Council's level of attention and input vis-a-vis the conflicts in Africa. In recent years the African situation has witnessed some gratifying positive developments, and some long, drawn-out conflicts have gradually subsided. However, as the Secretary-General said in his consolidated report to the General Assembly, most regions in Africa are still suffering from the devastating effects of armed conflict, poverty and disease. Of the 24.6 million internally displaced persons in the world, half live in Africa. In carrying out its responsibilities for the maintenance of international peace and security, the Security Council should give African issues careful and particular attention.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation wishes to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened today's meeting. We wish also to congratulate you and your delegation for the outstanding manner in which you have been presiding over the work of the Council this month. African issues have consistently taken up a large share of the agenda of the Security Council. This month the Council held in-depth discussions on Somalia, Burundi, Ethiopia and Eritrea, Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other African items. It is particularly gratifying that last week the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 1590 (2005) on the deployment of United Nations peacekeepers in southern Sudan.”
2005-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5156 (2005) · source
“China has repeatedly stressed that the Security Council should exercise the greatest caution with respect to "measures" that could make negotiations more difficult and have a negative impact on the peace process. Based on that consideration, we suggested that major amendments be made to the text so that all sides could reach consensus and speak with one voice. However, our suggestion did not receive a positive response. Because of this, the Chinese delegation was obliged to abstain in the vote on the resolution.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“China has always taken a cautious approach to the issue of sanctions and we abstained on both resolutions 1556 (2004) and 1564 (2004). It has been our consistent view that in dealing with the issue of Darfur, the Security Council should first and foremost have a sense of urgency. Secondly, it should play a constructive role. And thirdly, it should support and work with the African Union. Thanks to the efforts of the international community, the humanitarian crisis in the Darfur region has gradually eased. However, to address the root causes of the problem, all parties must have the good will and resolve to undertake political negotiations. There are many complex factors that could explain why it is so difficult to resume the Abuja political talks. One of these relates to the messages sent by the Security Council.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“It is our view that following the unanimous adoption of resolution 1590 (2005), the Security Council should seize this positive momentum and urge the parties concerned to resume political dialogue without conditions and as soon as possible and to reach a political framework agreement under the auspices of the African Union. In order to reach that goal, it is necessary to keep appropriate pressure on the parties. However, just maintaining pressure without regard for the complexity of the issue and the specific circumstances of the Darfur crisis could end up further complicating the situation and making it even more difficult to resolve. That would not help the effort to find a political solution to the Darfur issue. The African Union has expressed a clear view on this, which should be taken into full consideration by the Security Council.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation abstained in the vote just taken because we have serious reservations about the resolution adopted this evening. A few days ago the Security Council adopted resolution 1590 (2005) authorizing the deployment of a peacekeeping operation in southern Sudan. That was a correct decision, which will help ensure the comprehensive implementation of the north-south Peace Agreement. It will also help the Sudanese people to achieve peace and stability at an early date. Easing and defusing the current crisis in the Darfur region in an appropriate way is an indispensable part of the peace process throughout Sudan and is the common wish of the international community. It is also a solemn commitment made by the Sudanese Government. The situation in this region touches the hearts of all.”
2005-03-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5153 (2005) · source
“China has consistently been concerned with the development of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and, together with the international community, we will extend our own efforts for the achievement of lasting peace and economic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“We welcome the smooth handover from the Stabilization Force (SFOR) to the European Force (EUFOR). We believe that the European Union (EU) will make a useful contribution towards the maintenance of stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement. Thanks to the efforts exerted by all sides in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the assistance of the international community, welcome progress has been made in all areas of national reconstruction in that country. These achievements in the Bosnia and Herzegovina peace process are hard won and should be cherished by all sides. We expect all sides in Bosnia and Herzegovina to further advance mutual trust and solidarity in order to lead their people, of all ethnicities, on the road to peaceful coexistence and common development.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to begin by thanking Lord Ashdown for his report (S/2005/156, annex, enclosure) and for his supplementary briefing. I also appreciate the efforts he has made in promoting the peace process in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We are pleased to note that, since the second half of last year, the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities have carried out much positive work and have achieved a great deal in the field of consolidating national authority, economic recovery and reconstruction, accelerated institutional reform, facilitating refugee return and national reconciliation and inculcating the rule of law. We express our appreciation for all its achievements. The Office of the High Representative has also played a positive facilitating role in those areas.”
2005-03-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5147 (2005) · source
“Therefore, we call on the Security Council to learn from past experience and give serious consideration to the requests of Timor- Leste and to the proposal of the Secretary-General, and to promptly reach consensus before 20 May of this year regarding continued United Nations support for Timor-Leste so as to ensure the lasting development and stability of that country.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“The people and the Government of Timor-Leste has exerted strenuous effort to achieve the results that we witness today, which are described by all as a United Nations success story in Timor-Leste. However, as the youngest and least developed nation in Asia, Timor-Leste is like a toddler who may still falter after taking an encouraging first step. We should not only help it to stand firmly on its own legs, but should also accompany it for some time in the journey ahead. We all know that United Nations support for Timor-Leste will come to an end some day, but we sincerely hope that the Timor-Leste success story will last forever.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“On the other hand, as pointed out by the Secretary-General in his report, Timor-Leste still faces serious challenges on many fronts, especially in such areas as State administration, the development of a national police force, democratic governance and human rights safeguards. There is still a need for international assistance and support. The leaders of Timor-Leste have made the relevant requests to the members of the Council, and China fully understands those requests. It was with United Nations support that Timor- Leste achieved its independence and embarked on the path of peaceful nation-building five years ago with the generous support of the United Nations and the international community as a whole.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“Local elections have been successfully held in two districts and some important pieces of legislation are in the pipeline. All of this demonstrates that political and legal institutions are being built and strengthened, and that the country's capacity for governance is continually improving. Moreover, Timor-Leste remains committed to the development of good relations and cooperation with its neighbours and is determined to properly settle the outstanding issues in the interest of the lasting stability of the region, as well as in its own long-term interests. Such political wisdom and strategic vision are commendable. On this occasion, we wish to congratulate the Government and the people of Timor- Leste on the encouraging progress achieved and to express our appreciation to UNMISET for the positive role it has played.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, please allow me to express my condolences to the Government and the people of Bangladesh with regard to the peacekeepers who were killed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. My condolences go also to the families of the victims. The Chinese delegation welcomes the presence at today's public meeting of His Excellency Mr. Jose Ramos-Horta, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Timor- Leste, and thanks the Secretary-General for his report (S/2005/99) on the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET). Our thanks go also to Mr. Hasegawa, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Timor-Leste, for his briefing. We are pleased to see that over the past several months, the overall situation of Timor-Leste has remained stable.”
2005-02-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5132 (2005) · source
“China will continue to work with the international community in making its due contribution to the protection of children.”
2005-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5129 (2005) · source
“Post-conflict reconstruction should solve the problem by prioritizing the return of children to their families, schools and communities and by providing sufficient resources to that end. We appreciate the fact that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, the United Nations Children's Fund, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and other United Nations agencies are playing an active role in protecting children in armed conflict. We agree that coordination and cooperation between the United Nations and the relevant regional organizations and among United Nations agencies should be strengthened. We must adopt an integrated strategy in joining efforts to help countries in conflict to increase their ability to protect children.”
2005-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5129 (2005) · source
“In that connection, we agree that, in the context of the maintenance of international peace and security, the Security Council should intensify its efforts to prevent and curb conflicts and actively address the root causes of the phenomenon of child soldiers in order to achieve our goal of protecting children. The United Nations should collect its experience in the area of protecting children during peacekeeping operations and give it special treatment so that future peacekeeping operations can benefit from that experience. At the same time, all parties to armed conflicts should strive to meet their obligations under relevant international law and to respect and safeguard the legitimate rights of children.”
2005-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5129 (2005) · source
“And some of the countries concerned have taken active steps to provide legislative safeguards for the protection of children. All of that has, to a certain degree, reduced the harm that armed conflict causes children, and such steps should be affirmed. But despite that progress in the protection of children in armed conflict, countless children continue to suffer from the effects of such conflict. The situation of encroachment upon children's rights by parties to armed conflicts has not improved a great deal. The international community must make sustained efforts to truly change the situation.”
2005-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5129 (2005) · source
“It has also achieved positive results in this area. The Security Council has adopted a series of resolutions - namely, resolutions 1261 (1999), 1314 (2000), 1379 (2001), 1460 (2003) and 1539 (2004) - that provide a very important legal framework for the protection of children. Some United Nations peacekeeping operations have also taken the protection of children very seriously, including by appointing child protection advisers and by assisting countries emerging from conflict to give full consideration to the special needs of children as part of their disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programmes. In addition, some of the peace agreements that the United Nations has promoted or participated in contain provisions on the protection of children.”
2005-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5129 (2005) · source