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Wang Guangya

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1999-09-24

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2008-07-31

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1. “The United Nations should continue to consolidate its partnership with the African Union in the field of peacekeeping operations and carry out long-term cooperation with the African Union by assisting it in the fields of technology, financing, logistics and training. China supports efforts to further strengthen communication and cooperation between the AU and the Security Council and looks forward to receiving feasible proposals from the Secretary- General in that regard. On the question of the Sudan, China appreciates the initiative of the Sudanese Government to invite the Security Council mission, and its full and unconditional acceptance of the hybrid plan. There are still many difficulties and challenges as regards the next phase of the deployment of peacekeeping operations in Darfur.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

2. “The President (China) (spoke in Chinese): Are there any other members of the Council who wish to make statements? If there is none, I shall now make a statement in my national capacity. China highly appreciates the important role that the African Union has played over recent years. In mediating the conflicts in Africa by deploying peacekeeping operations in the hot spots in Africa, the African Union has made important contributions to easing regional tensions and resolving regional conflicts. At present, the African Union faces a lot of difficulties in its peacekeeping operations in Darfur and Somalia and needs the assistance of the international community.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

3. “I thank Ambassador De La Sabliere for his briefing. I now give the floor to those Council members who wish to make comments in connection with the briefings that we have just heard.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

4. “I thank Ambassador Kumalo for his briefing. I now give the floor to Her Excellency Ms. Karen Pierce, who will speak on behalf of Ambassador Jones Parry.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

5. “Jean-Marc de La Sabliere, Permanent Representative of France, who led the mission to Kinshasa. I shall now give the floor to Mr. Kumalo.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

6. “The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them documents S/2007/42l and Corr.l, containing the report of the Security Council mission to Africa. At this meeting, the Council will hear briefings by the following four Ambassadors on the Security Council mission to Africa: Mr. Dumisani Kumalo, Permanent Representative of South Africa, who together with Mr. Emyr Jones Parry, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom, led the mission to Addis Ababa, Khartoum and Accra; Ms. Karen Pierce, Charge d'affaires of the Permanent Mission of the United Kingdom, who will brief on behalf of Ambassador Jones Parry; Mr. Jorge Voto-Bernales, Permanent Representative of Peru, who led the mission to Abidjan; and Mr.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

7. “The President (spoke in Chinese): I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter dated 16 July 2007 from the representative of Ghana in which he requests that Ms. Lila Ratsifandrihamanana, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations, be invited to participate in the consideration of this item under rule 39 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. If I hear no objection, I shall take it that the Security Council agrees to extend an invitation under rule 39 of its provisional rules of procedure to Ms. Lila Ratsifandrihamanana, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations. It is so decided. I invite Ms. Ratsifandrihamanana to take the seat reserved for her at the side of the Council Chamber. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

8. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Cote d'Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in which they request 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 those representatives 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. The representatives of the aforementioned countries took the seats reserved for them at the side of the Council Chamber.”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5717 (2007) · source

9. “In favour: Belgium, China, Congo, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Russian Federation, Slovakia, South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America. The President (spoke in Chinese): There were 15 votes in favour. The draft resolution has been adopted unanimously as resolution 1765 (2007). The Security Council has thus concluded the present stage of its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council will remain seized of the matter. The meeting rose at 10.15 am. 07-42527”

   2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5716 (2007) · source

10. “The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. Members of the Council have before them document 8/2007/275, which contains the thirteenth progress report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Operation in Cote d'Ivoire. Members also have before them document S/2007/430, 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 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 ofhands.”

    2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5716 (2007) · source

11. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire, in which they request 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 those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item, 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. Djedje (Cote d'Ivoire) and Mr. Kondongon (Burkina Faso) took seats at the Council table. The President (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda.”

    2007-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5716 (2007) · source

12. “The efforts of the aforementioned mechanisms and individual countries complement those of the United Nations and should continue to be encouraged. Natural resources are a critical material basis for the survival and development of human society. It is the shared responsibility of all countries to make wise use of natural resources and to strive for sustainable development to the benefit of all mankind. As an important arena for advocating international cooperation and maintaining world peace, the United Nations undoubtedly has a tremendous role to play in that area. We support the continued discussion of this issue in the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

13. “In recent years, regional organizations, including the African Union and the European Union, have played an important role in encouraging countries to strengthen the management, protection and rational use of natural resources. The adoption of the Security, Stability and Development Pact for the Great Lakes region has demonstrated the determination of countries in Central Africa to strengthen unity, join hands in development and engage in cooperation. In addition, intergovernmental mechanisms and arrangements such as the Kimberley Process have been a strong force in curbing illicit transactions in natural resources and maintaining the stability of natural resource-producing countries, especially in Africa.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

14. “At the same time, the Security Council should also give more consideration to the possible humanitarian impacts of sanctions and take corresponding remedial measures to avoid focusing on one aspect of the question while neglecting others. Since the purpose of sanctions is not to punish, we must attach importance to and improve the mechanism for lifting sanctions. When the time is right, the Security Council should lift sanctions immediately so as to give full play to the policy-guiding role of sanctions and put natural resources into service for the peaceful reconstruction of the country concerned and the welfare of the local people as soon as possible. Fourthly, it is necessary to let regional organizations and other relevant mechanisms and initiatives play their full role.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

15. “The Peacebuilding Commission has also offered guidance to post-conflict countries concerning the effective use of natural resources in the reconstruction process. Various agencies within the United Nations system should further strengthen coordination and cooperation, consolidate current resources and further enhance efficiency. Thirdly, the Security Council should continue to play a constructive role. Embargoes on natural resources produced in conflict areas are an important tool at the disposal of the Security Council to prevent, intervene in and put an end to conflicts. All countries must therefore strictly implement the existing sanctions imposed by the Council.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

16. “Those resolutions and documents have played an important role in encouraging countries to develop their economies through their own efforts, promoting effective international cooperation and maintaining world peace and stability. They should continue to be effectively implemented. Secondly, it is necessary to continue to strengthen coordination among the various United Nations agencies. Many development agencies, including the United Nations Development Programme, the United Nations Environment Programme, the World Food Programme and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations have done a great deal of work in assisting countries to realize the rational exploitation and sustainable use of their natural resources.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

17. “The connection between natural resources and armed conflicts is not a simple causal one, nor does possession of the former necessarily lead directly to the latter. In our view, to properly address the link between natural resources and conflict, the following principles should be taken into account. First, it is necessary truly to respect the full and permanent sovereignty of countries over their natural resources. Since the 19605, the General Assembly has adopted a series of resolutions and documents recognizing that a country enjoys full and permanent sovereignty over its own natural resources and is entitled to exercise that right freely.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

18. “Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): Natural resources are a rich endowment from Mother Nature and have played a critical role in the perpetuation, development and prosperity of human civilization. However, the exploitation of natural resources is a double-edged sword. The improper use of resources can trigger a series of problems in the economic, social, environmental and governance areas. Under specific circumstances, the irrational exploitation, use and distribution of natural resources can cause a gradual increase in social conflicts, which can culminate in internal strife or even in regional disputes. Of course, the causes of armed conflicts are complex and deep-rooted and involve many interrelated factors.”

    2007-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5705 (2007) · source

19. “It is our hope that at this difficult moment the Lebanese people will stand united in maintaining the security and stability of the nation and promoting the process of national reconciliation. It is essential that the Security Council, while addressing related issues, take fully into account the unique and complex situation in the Middle East and refrain from triggering new tensions or turbulence in the region.”

    2007-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5685 (2007) · source

20. “Such actions are likely to undermine the authority of the Council, as they are not in conformity with the long-term interests of either of the parties. During the course of deliberations on the draft resolution before us, China, together with other members of the Council, expressed the hope that the sponsors would listen attentively and respond to our concerns by further revising the draft so as to make it more balanced and prudent. Regrettably, however, our recommendations were not adopted. That being the case, China will have no choice but to abstain. The situation in the Middle East is extremely complex and convoluted. Various factors are interlinked, and one drop in a pool of water has a big ripple effect.”

    2007-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5685 (2007) · source

21. “That is explicitly provided for in the agreement between United Nations and Lebanon on the establishment of the Tribunal. As a result of the special circumstances prevailing in Lebanon, that process has encountered major difficulties, which is a cause of great concern for us. China believes that by invoking Chapter VII of the Charter, the resolution will override Lebanon's legislative organs by arbitrarily deciding on the date of the entry into force of the draft statute. This move will give rise to a series of political and legal problems that are likely to add to the uncertainty surrounding the already turbulent political and security situation in Lebanon and create a precedent of Security Council interference in the domestic affairs and legislative independence of a sovereign State.”

    2007-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5685 (2007) · source

22. “We hope that political and diplomatic efforts will assist the parties in reaching a consensus as soon as possible. Only a special tribunal that enjoys universal support among all Lebanese factions can genuinely play a role in contributing to the achievement of justice and the maintenance of peace and stability in Lebanon. The point of departure and the focus of Security Council assistance should be to help to resolve real problems without further complicating an already very complex problem. The establishment of the Special Tribunal is, in essence, Lebanon's own internal affair. Lebanon's domestic laws provide the legal basis for the operation. It is therefore only reasonable that Lebanon should, in accordance with its constitutional procedures, complete the domestic legal process required for the entry into force of the agreement.”

    2007-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5685 (2007) · source

23. “Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation will abstain on the draft resolution before us. We deeply deplore the unfortunate assassination of Mr. Hariri, former Prime Minister of Lebanon. China has consistently supported the fair and independent investigation of the case by the United Nations International Independent Investigation Commission. We understand and support the request of all Lebanese parties for the establishment a special tribunal. We hope that that initiative will help to establish the truth as soon as possible, hold the perpetrators accountable and ensure justice for the victims. China notes the political consensus among all Lebanese parties on the establishment of the Special Tribunal, as well as the divergence of views regarding procedural matters.”

    2007-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5685 (2007) · source

24. “Sixthly, the current urgent task for all the parties is to show full flexibility and creatively seek to resume negotiations. The June 2006 proposal put forward by the six countries is still on the table. The time-out proposal by IAEA Director General ElBaradei and the establishment of a mechanism for talks that includes Iran also deserve our consideration. China is ready to work with other parties to continue to play its due role for a comprehensive and peaceful solution to the Iran nuclear issue.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

25. “Its authority and role should therefore be safeguarded and strengthened. Fourthly, it is necessary to handle, in a balanced manner, the relations between the peaceful use of nuclear energy and non-proliferation. The international community should recognize Iran's right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy. Iran also has the obligation to accept effective supervision by the IAEA and to resolve outstanding issues through cooperation with the IAEA, so as to prove the peaceful nature of its nuclear programme and establish international confidence in that regard. Fifthly, all the parties concerned should act on the basis of equality and mutual respect, strengthen dialogue and communication, increase trust, reduce doubts and remove each other's concerns, so as to create the necessary atmosphere and conditions for the settlement of this issue.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

26. “At the same time, we should bear in mind the following principles in seeking solutions to the Iran nuclear issue. First, in handling the Iran nuclear issue, safeguarding international non-proliferation mechanisms and maintaining international and regional peace and stability remain the premise and ultimate objective. No actions should deviate from that goal. Secondly, it is essential to keep the process on the path of dialogue and negotiation and to insist on seeking a peaceful solution through political and diplomatic efforts. It is therefore particularly important to reinforce diplomatic efforts outside the Security Council. Thirdly, we should firmly safeguard the international non-proliferation mechanism. The IAEA remains the main framework for solving the Iran nuclear issue.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

27. “If Iran suspends its enrichment-related and reprocessing activities and complies with the relevant resolutions of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Security Council, the Security Council shall suspend, and even terminate, the sanctions measures. It is impossible to resolve the issue fundamentally by imposing sanctions and pressure only. Diplomatic talks remain the best option. That is also the common understanding of the international community. A solution to the Iranian nuclear issue requires all-around diplomatic efforts, especially diplomatic efforts outside the Security Council. We wish to call upon all the parties concerned to adopt a highly responsible and constructive attitude, keep calm, practice restraint and refrain from any actions that may lead to deterioration or the escalation of tensions.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

28. “It needs to be pointed out that the purpose of the new resolution is not to punish Iran but to urge it to return to negotiations and reactivate diplomatic efforts. The relevant sanctions measures should neither harm the Iranian people nor affect normal economic, trade and financial exchanges between Iran and other countries. The new resolution does not introduce any change to the exemption provisions contained in paragraph 15 of resolution 1737 (2006). The assets freeze therefore does not prevent a person or entity designated in the annexes to resolution 1737 (2006) and this new resolution from making payments due under contracts entered into before that person or entity was listed in cases covered by paragraph 15 . The new resolution and the sanctions measures in resolution 1737 (2006) are all reversible.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

29. “Under these circumstances, we support the Security Council's taking of further, appropriate actions aimed at urging the Iranian side to suspend enrichment-related activities in order to bring the process back onto the negotiation track. At the same time, China believes that any measure taken should aim at safeguarding the international non-proliferation mechanism and at maintaining international and regional peace and stability. Actions taken by the Security Council should be appropriate, incremental and proportionate. They should help enhance diplomatic efforts rather than aggravate conflicts and lead to confrontation. Given that the resolution that has just been adopted basically reflected the views of China that I have just expressed, we voted in favour of it.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

30. “Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): China has consistently supported the safeguarding of the international nuclear non-proliferation mechanism and opposed the proliferation of nuclear weapons. We do not wish to see fresh turbulence in the Middle East. We are in favour of a peaceful solution to the issue of Iran's nuclear programme through political and diplomatic efforts and negotiations. Developments related to Iran's nuclear programme are currently a source of concern. China respects and recognizes Iran's right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy. However, we are also disappointed that the Iranian side has failed to respond positively to the requests of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Security Council.”

    2007-03-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5647 (2007) · source

31. “Bearing fully in mind the strong wishes of the sponsors, China, in order to show the maximum flexibility, agreed to put aside a number of pending issues and did its best to facilitate consensus. We hope that, when the Security Council next revisits this issue, those insufficiencies will be fully addressed in considering a renewal of MINUSTAH's mandate. Security Council resolution 1743 (2007), unanimously adopted a few minutes ago, demonstrates once again the long-term commitment and vision of the United Nations with regard to Haiti. China is prepared to work with others to ensure that the Organization adapts itself to changing realities in its endeavour to assist the Haitian people in reassuming ownership over their own country.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

32. “The Security Council, in operative paragraph 3 of its resolution 1608 (2005), decided on a temporarily increase in the military and police components of MINUSTAH for the elections in Haiti and requested the Secretary-General to devise, in a timely manner, a progressive drawdown strategy of the MINUSTAH 07-23991 force levels for the post-election period. We believe that, with the conclusion of the electoral cycle, timely implementation of that provision will enhance the effectiveness of the limited resources of the United Nations. We have noted that, although some amendments proposed by the Chinese delegation were incorporated into the resolution, a number of important elements were not reflected in the text. That leaves the resolution not as balanced and comprehensive as we had hoped.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

33. “Although they are necessary for the short term, those military operations cannot be a long-term strategy. Certain paragraphs of the draft resolution overemphasize military means while failing to pay adequate attention to such important priorities as political reconciliation and economic recovery. In the consultations, China proposed appropriate adjustments to the draft resolution. It is our hope that MINUSTAH will abide by the established principles and practices of United Nations peacekeeping operations and that the Haitian Government will continue to tirelessly promote political dialogue and reconciliation.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

34. “At the same time, we requested the Secretary-General to carry out a comprehensive assessment and to report to the Council on the changed situation and the security risks in Haiti so that, before discussing and taking a decision on the next extension of MINUSTAH's mandate, the Council will have a chance to determine the overall functions of the Mission and devise a feasible and viable long-term strategy for both the United Nations and Haiti. Because such an assessment might be time-consuming for MINUSTAH, China agreed to an extension for a reasonable period, as an ad hoc arrangement, beyond the original six months. Also, we hope that the Council will continue to follow previous practice regarding the duration of MINUSTAH's mandate. MINUSTAH recently reinforced its military operations against armed gangs.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

35. “The Haitian people, with their security and safety needs largely met, are increasingly demanding 07-2399] improved living conditions, a revitalized reconciliation process, economic development, social justice and the rule of law. The elected Government should take positive steps to fulfil their desire for a credible, competent and transparent Government. We also hope that the Government will honour its commitments to the people and to its international partners, because that is essential for the sustainable engagement of MINUSTAH. On the basis of those considerations, China proposed a number of amendments to the draft resolution during the Council's consultations. We proposed extending MINUSTAH's mandate for six months, in keeping with general practice related to United Nations peacekeeping operations.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

36. “China welcomes those developments and highly appreciates MINUSTAH's efforts. Together with the progress being made in the peace and reconstruction processes, there have been major changes in the principal challenges facing Haiti. The United Nations, and MINUSTAH in particular, must respond to that changed situation by updating the Mission's mandate, reordering its priorities and adjusting its composition so that it can more effectively meet the current needs of the Haitian people. We believe that, in the coming period, MINUSTAH's central task will be to assist Haiti in the transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding. Haiti's progress towards stability and development will depend on the long-term support of the international community. Essentially, however, such progress will depend mainly on Haiti itself.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

37. “Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): It was three years ago, under the Chinese presidency, that the Security Council authorized the immediate deployment of the Multinational Interim Force in Haiti, which was followed by the establishment of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Over the past three years, with the firm support of all parties, including China, MINUSTAH has played a crucial role in Haiti by stabilizing the situation, conducting presidential and parliamentary elections and launching post-conflict reconstruction. In his most recent report (S/2006/1003), the Secretary-General indicates that the security environment continues to be relatively stable in most of the country and that various reconstruction programmes are ongoing.”

    2007-02-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5631 (2007) · source

38. “China has always adopted a responsible approach and has made vigourous efforts to encourage and facilitate the Myanmar Government to address its problems step by step. It is also our consistent position that the internal affairs of Myanmar should be handled mainly and independently by the Myanmar Government and people themselves through consultation. The international community can offer all kinds of constructive advice and assistance, but should refrain from arbitrary interference. Based on the above principled position, China strongly opposes the inclusion of Myanmar on the agenda of the Council, and is firmly against adopting any Security Council resolution on Myanmar. China therefore cannot but vote against the draft resolution before us.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

39. “Although Myanmar's domestic political process may not have achieved as many results as expected, progress is undeniably being made, slowly but steadily. As an old Chinese saying goes, one cannot enjoy eating hot bean curd if one is too anxious. While the intention of the international community is sincere and good, it has to be accompanied by practical and feasible ways and means, taking into account the national conditions of Myanmar. Otherwise, there would be unwanted or undesirable consequences. Moreover, if the situation in Myanmar becomes turbulent as a result of external interference, the primary victims will certainly be the people of Myanmar and neighbouring countries. Therefore, China, together with other countries in the region, wishes to see Myanmar enjoy political stability, economic development and ethnic harmony.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

40. “Since various relevant United Nations agencies have already held discussions on the Myanmar issue, and given that the primary responsibility entrusted by the United Nations Charter to the Security Council is to maintain world peace and security, China holds that there is no need for the Security Council to get involved. Nor should it take action on the issue of Myanmar. If it does so, it will not only exceed the mandates of the Council, but also hinder discussions by other relevant United Nations agencies, and bring no benefit to the Secretary- General's good offices. It must be emphasized that China, as an immediate neighbour of Myanmar and a Security 07-20880 Council member from the Asia-Pacific region, attaches no less importance to the situation in Myanmar than do other States.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

41. “If, because Myanmar is encountering this or that problem in the areas to which I referred, it is to be arbitrarily labelled as a prominent or potential threat to regional security, included on the agenda of the Council and be the subject of a draft resolution, then the situations in all other 191 United Nations Member States may also need to be considered by the Security Council. Such an approach is obviously neither logical nor reasonable. As a matter of fact, all of Myanmar's immediate neighbours, all ASEAN members and most Asia- Pacific countries believe that the current situation in Myanmar does not pose a threat to regional peace and security.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

42. “China sincerely calls upon the international community and the Myanmar Government to sustain their current sound interaction, to constructively support the Secretary-General's good offices and to work together to gradually achieve long-term stability and development in Myanmar. The tenth ASEAN summit will be held soon. China will, as always, support ASEAN in playing a leading role in addressing the issue of Myanmar. Thirdly, the Myanmar issue is mainly the internal affair of a sovereign State. The current domestic situation in Myanmar does not constitute a threat to international or regional peace and security. No one would dispute the fact that Myanmar is, indeed, faced with a series of grave challenges relating to refugees, child labour, HIV/AIDS, human rights and drugs. But similar problems exist in many other countries.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

43. “Thanks to the efforts made by various parties, Under-Secretary-General Gambari paid two visits to the country at Myanmar's sincere invitation. He had frank talks and consultations with Myanmar's leaders and achieved certain progress. While the United Nations Secretariat is in a transitional period, China supports the appointment by the Secretary-General as soon as possible of a special representative for Myanmar. We are also looking 07-20880 forward to another visit by Mr. Gambari, and hope that he will continue his dialogue with Myanmar and enhance mutual trust and confidence. As Mr. Gambari emphasized in his briefing to the Council last November, the Secretary-General's good offices are a process of dialogue and engagement, which needs time and patience.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

44. “China sincerely hopes and expects that the Myanmar Government will give due consideration to those recommendations, listen to the call of its own people, learn from the good practices of others and speed up the process of dialogue and reform, so as to achieve prosperity for its nation, bring benefits to its people and contribute to peace, stability and development in South-East Asia. Secondly, China encourages and supports the Secretary-General's good offices under the mandate of the General Assembly. In recent years, there has, understandably, been growing interest on the part of the international community in Myanmar. China has always believed that the United Nations can play a constructive role in this regard.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

45. “It cannot be denied that Myanmar is now facing many political, economic and social challenges and that some of its problems are quite serious. But no country is perfect and every country has to go through a process of constant improvement. China therefore supports continuing efforts on the part of the Myanmar Government and all parties in the country aimed at inclusive dialogue and national reconciliation. So far, the international community, in particular the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has made many constructive recommendations relating to Myanmar - recommendations that could serve as important guidelines for improving the situation in the country.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

46. “Mr. Wang Guangya (China) (spoke in Chinese): China is firmly opposed to the adoption by the Security Council of the draft resolution on Myanmar. China engaged in extensive discussions and consultations 2 with all Council members, especially the sponsor, in an effort to prevent a vote on it. Regrettably, our suggestions and goodwill failed to prevail. For China, this meeting is the least desirable option. Before the vote, therefore, China would like to reaffirm a number of principled positions. First, like the rest of the international community, China sincerely hopes that Myanmar enjoys economic development, social harmony, the rule of law and inclusive democracy. That is in the interests of the people of Myanmar, of all countries in South-East Asia and of the entire international community.”

    2007-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5619 (2007) · source

47. “Ban, coming from Asia and known for his diligence, perseverance, moderation and knack for constructive compromise - which are characteristic of Asians - will surely give full play to the unique role of Secretary-General in the maintenance of peace and the promotion of development. Together with other members of the Security Council, China will, as always, continue to support the work of the Secretary-General, enhance its cooperation with him and work actively for the maintenance of international peace and security. I am convinced that the future of the United Nations and the Security Council will be a bright one.”

    2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source

48. “As the chief administrative officer of the United Nations, the Secretary-General has a unique role to play in mediating issues relating to national and regional hotbeds of tension. It is undeniable that the Security Council, in addressing the items on its heavy agenda, has benefited from the support provided by the diligent work of successive Secretaries-General and their teams. The Chinese Government deeply appreciates the work done by Mr. Kofi Annan, the former Secretary-General, over the past decade. We have every reason to expect an even more outstanding performance from Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Mr.”

    2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source

49. “Secondly, the Council should adopt a long-term strategic perspective; devote greater attention to the comprehensive management of conflicts so as to address both their symptoms and root causes; and formulate and gradually enhance a comprehensive strategy covering aspects ranging from conflict prevention to the restoration of peace, and from peacekeeping to post-conflict reconstruction. Thirdly, the Council should enhance its coordination with the General Assembly and pay heed to the views and concerns of non-Council members, especially those of affected States. It should also strengthen communication and cooperation with the relevant regional organizations, further improve its own working methods and enhance its efficiency.”

    2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source

50. “The common task of the 15 members of the Security Council and of the United Nations family as a whole is to enhance the Council's capabilities and effectiveness so that it can better address the issue of hotbeds of tension worldwide. In the view of the Chinese delegation, the first priority is for multilateralism to be upheld and enhanced and the authority of the Security Council preserved. On major issues relating to peace and security, the Council should base its judgment on the practical aspects of the situation and take collective action in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.”

    2007-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5615 (2007) · source