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Wang Min

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2010-06-16
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2015-12-22
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  1. “In order to effectively respond to the various challenges Timor-Leste faces, it is crucial for the various parties, especially the Government and the Frente Revolucionaria do Timor-Leste, to put aside their differences and engage in full cooperation. We appreciate the efforts by President Ramos- Horta and Special Representative Haq to promote dialogue among various parties. We call on the country's stakeholders to make the interests of the nation and the people the top priority, seize the current favourable opportunity to restore peace and achieve development and lead the people of Timor-Leste in focusing on promoting the national process of peace and reconstruction.”

    2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source

  2. “The increase in input by the Government in the areas of health and education has played a positive role in improving people's lives. The Policia Nacional de Timor-Leste (PNTL) has started to gradually take over policing responsibilities and to increase its law enforcement capacity. At the same time, we should also realize that Timor-Leste still faces many challenges to develop the economy, improve people's lives and maintain stability. In that connection, I wish to make three comments. First, to realize long-term peace and security in Timor-Leste, various political factions should continue to seek to resolve their differences through democratic dialogue.”

    2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source

  3. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Haq for her comprehensive briefing on the recent developments in Timor-Leste. I would also like to thank the Permanent Representative of Timor-Leste for her statement. We are pleased to see that, as a result of the efforts of the Government and the people of Timor- Leste and the vigorous support of the international community, the overall situation in Timor-Leste over the past year has remained stable. President Ramos- Horta has continued with his dialogue initiative entitled "Road to peace and national unity", and various parties have maintained the momentum of political dialogue. The Government has formulated its National Strategic Development Plan for the economic development of the country in the next 20 years.”

    2010-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6405 (2010) · source

  4. “China has always supported the countries concerned in their peacebuilding efforts and stands ready, together with the international community, to make its own contribution to achieving peace and stability and promoting sustainable socio-economic development in the countries concerned.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  5. “With a View to complying with the relevant General Assembly and Security Council resolutions, we should give full play to the unique strengths of the African Union and other regional and subregional organizations in the area of peacebuilding. China supports the efforts of the United Nations and the PBC to deepen peacebuilding cooperation with such international organizations as the World Bank. Fifthly, China pays close attention to the financing of the development of pools of experts and calls on the international community to continue to provide resources to post-conflict peacebuilding efforts and to unite in tapping new and additional sources of financing. The multi-donor trust fund should undertake appropriate reforms of its operations in order to enhance its accountability and efficiency.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  6. “A strong political process and national reconciliation are prerequisite foundations for peacebuilding. Only by achieving speedy and early recovery and promoting socio-economic development can we win the confidence of the peoples of post- conflict countries in the peace process. It is critical to address the issue of youth employment and the reintegration of ex-combatants in order to eliminate hidden threats to social stability and to prevent relapse into conflict, and these matters should receive heightened attention. Fourthly, the PBC and regional commissions must be enabled to play a more important role in post- conflict peacebuilding. China welcomes the PBC's five-year review of its work and hopes that Member States can reach an early consensus on the proposals for improving the Commission's work.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  7. “The United Nations and the relevant national agencies, while helping post-conflict countries to prepare their international development strategies for peacebuilding, should fully respect the priorities independently identified by the countries concerned, as well as the diversity of circumstances in individual countries, and adopt an integrated approach in order to spare the countries concerned additional and unnecessary administrative burdens. Thirdly, identifying priorities is important to ensuring the successful implementation of post-conflict peacebuilding. We concur with the view of the Secretary-General that post-conflict peacebuilding should focus on the five areas of ensuring basic security, building the political process, providing basic services, supporting core Government functions and revitalizing economic development.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  8. “The international community's efforts in the area of peacebuilding should fully respect the will of the countries concerned and give free rein to country ownership. For countries in the immediate aftermath of conflict, the international community should give priority to helping them with capacity- building and improving governance. Donors should treat post-conflict countries not as mere recipients but as equal partners in cooperation.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  9. “First, the political will of the international community is a strong guarantee for helping post- conflict countries succeed in peacebuilding. The international community should not only be well aware of the importance of post-conflict peacebuilding, but should also display firm resolve and take decisive and quick action. Peacebuilding efforts should be undertaken in the immediate aftermath of conflict. Peacebuilding and peacekeeping complement and reinforce each other and can function in harmony. Peacebuilding operations should also have an exit strategy to facilitate a smooth transition to sustainable development. Secondly, ownership by the countries concerned is a prerequisite for a successful peacebuilding process. Peacebuilding countries and administrations shoulder primary responsibility.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  10. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I welcome the statements by Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon and Ambassador Wittig, Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). Post-conflict peacebuilding is an important component of the work of the United Nations and is of great significance in helping countries that have just emerged from conflict to achieve lasting peace. Over the past decade or so, the United Nations has taken an active part in peacebuilding in various post-conflict countries and regions and has achieved remarkable results. At the same time, the promotion of post- conflict peacebuilding is still faced with many challenges. I would like to make the five points in that regard.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396Resumption1 (2010) · source

  11. “China has always supported the countries concerned in their peacebuilding efforts and stands ready, together with the international community, to make its own contribution to achieving peace and stability and promoting sustainable socio-economic development in the countries concerned.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  12. “With a View to complying with the relevant General Assembly and Security Council resolutions, we should give full play to the unique strengths of the African Union and other regional and subregional organizations in the area of peacebuilding. China supports the efforts of the United Nations and the PBC to deepen peacebuilding cooperation with such international organizations as the World Bank. Fifthly, China pays close attention to the financing of the development of pools of experts and calls on the international community to continue to provide resources to post-conflict peacebuilding efforts and to unite in tapping new and additional sources of financing. The multi-donor trust fund should undertake appropriate reforms of its operations in order to enhance its accountability and efficiency.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  13. “A strong political process and national reconciliation are prerequisite foundations for peacebuilding. Only by achieving speedy and early recovery and promoting socio-economic development can we win the confidence of the peoples of post- conflict countries in the peace process. It is critical to address the issue of youth employment and the reintegration of ex-combatants in order to eliminate hidden threats to social stability and to prevent relapse into conflict, and these matters should receive heightened attention. Fourthly, the PBC and regional commissions must be enabled to play a more important role in post- conflict peacebuilding. China welcomes the PBC's five-year review of its work and hopes that Member States can reach an early consensus on the proposals for improving the Commission's work.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  14. “The United Nations and the relevant national agencies, while helping post-conflict countries to prepare their international development strategies for peacebuilding, should fully respect the priorities independently identified by the countries concerned, as well as the diversity of circumstances in individual countries, and adopt an integrated approach in order to spare the countries concerned additional and unnecessary administrative burdens. Thirdly, identifying priorities is important to ensuring the successful implementation of post-conflict peacebuilding. We concur with the view of the Secretary-General that post-conflict peacebuilding should focus on the five areas of ensuring basic security, building the political process, providing basic services, supporting core Government functions and revitalizing economic development.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  15. “The international community's efforts in the area of peacebuilding should fully respect the will of the countries concerned and give free rein to country ownership. For countries in the immediate aftermath of conflict, the international community should give priority to helping them with capacity- building and improving governance. Donors should treat post-conflict countries not as mere recipients but as equal partners in cooperation.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  16. “First, the political will of the international community is a strong guarantee for helping post- conflict countries succeed in peacebuilding. The international community should not only be well aware of the importance of post-conflict peacebuilding, but should also display firm resolve and take decisive and quick action. Peacebuilding efforts should be undertaken in the immediate aftermath of conflict. Peacebuilding and peacekeeping complement and reinforce each other and can function in harmony. Peacebuilding operations should also have an exit strategy to facilitate a smooth transition to sustainable development. Secondly, ownership by the countries concerned is a prerequisite for a successful peacebuilding process. Peacebuilding countries and administrations shoulder primary responsibility.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  17. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. I welcome the statements by Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon and Ambassador Wittig, Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC). Post-conflict peacebuilding is an important component of the work of the United Nations and is of great significance in helping countries that have just emerged from conflict to achieve lasting peace. Over the past decade or so, the United Nations has taken an active part in peacebuilding in various post-conflict countries and regions and has achieved remarkable results. At the same time, the promotion of post- conflict peacebuilding is still faced with many challenges. I would like to make the five points in that regard.”

    2010-10-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6396 (2010) · source

  18. “China supports a continued central coordinating role for the United Nations and UNAMA in facilitating the peaceful reconstruction of Afghanistan. China is very concerned about the deterioration of the security situation in the country and about the increasing number of security incidents. We are troubled by the increase in casualties among innocent civilians. In our view, the transfer of security responsibilities to the Afghan Government must be based on ensuring the country's security and stability. We hope that UNAMA will do more to protect civilians, within its mandate.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  19. “We support the Afghan peace and reintegration programme formulated by the Government, and we hope that the Government will listen to the views of its people and their political parties so that the political basis for reconciliation can be broadened. Peace, stability and development in Afghanistan also require the sustained engagement and support of the international community, which should, on the basis of respect for the country's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, honour its assistance commitments to Afghanistan. Such assistance should be in line with Afghanistan's national development strategy and should respect the priorities identified by the country itself. We should all continue to help the Afghan Government to enhance its national security capacity and to accelerate the building of the police and security forces.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  20. “Peace, stability and development in Afghanistan require ownership and leadership by the Government and the people of that country. We support the Afghan Government's efforts to build its capacity to exercise control throughout its territory. In order to achieve fresh progress, work should continue in a balanced manner in the spheres of economic development, safety and security, national reconciliation, governance, the rule of law and combating drug trafficking. We encourage the Government and the people also to take effective measures to step up economic development and improve living standards.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  21. “We hope that, through these elections, the Afghan people will further bolster consensus with a view to the early achievement of reconciliation, peace and development. The process of peaceful reconstruction in Afghanistan is now at a critical transitional stage fraught with many challenges. In July, the Kabul Conference on Afghanistan was successfully held. That international Conference - the very first held in Afghanistan - was significant: it was an important step in the Kabul process and enriched and enhanced the partnership between Afghanistan and its international partners to advance the country's reconstruction process. In its next phase, the work of the Security Council and the international community must focus on implementing the communique adopted at the international Kabul Conference on Afghanistan.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  22. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish at the outset to thank Mr. Staffan de Mistura, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his briefing. I welcome the presence of His Excellency Mr. Zalmai Rassoul, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan. China congratulates Afghanistan on the successful holding of parliamentary elections on 18 September. This was a major event in Afghan political life and constitutes an important step towards achieving an Afghanistan run by Afghans and towards peaceful reconstruction. We highly appreciate the preparatory work that the Afghan Government carried out in a very difficult and complex situation, and we commend the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for its support and assistance to the country.”

    2010-09-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6394 (2010) · source

  23. “We hope that Iran will fully cooperate with the IAEA and clarify and properly resolve all problems at an early date so as to build the international community's confidence in the peaceful nature of the Iranian nuclear issue. China will continue to actively participate in the activities of the Committee and, together with others, we are ready to seize and make best use of all the positive elements for restarting negotiations and intensifying diplomatic efforts so as to build momentum for finding solutions through dialogue and engagement.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  24. “The E3+3 Governments and Iran have all expressed their desire to restart negotiations. China hopes that all the parties concerned will fully seize this opportunity to do so and, on the basis of equality and mutual respect, take a more flexible and pragmatic approach and further strengthen engagement and dialogue so as to intensify diplomatic efforts on all fronts to reach a peaceful settlement for this problem. We have taken note of the latest report on this issue submitted by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). We hope that the IAEA will continue to play a constructive role in finding an appropriate solution to the Iranian nuclear issue.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  25. “It should in no way impede the maintenance of normal relations between other countries and Iran. China has always supported the international non- proliferation regime and we are opposed to Iran's possession or development of nuclear weapons. We support addressing this issue through a dual-track strategy. China attaches great importance to and has strictly implemented relevant resolutions of the Security Council. We have submitted timely reports on the implementation of the four relevant resolutions. However, at the same time we believe that sanctions are not an end in themselves. They cannot provide a fundamental solution to the problem at hand. Peaceful solutions through diplomatic efforts and dialogue remain the best choice. At present, new opportunities have emerged for relaunching dialogue and negotiation over this issue.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  26. “Those resolutions reflect the international community's common concern regarding the Iranian nuclear issue. The resolutions were adopted in the interest of maintaining the international nuclear non-proliferation regime, strengthening the authority and role of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and promoting diplomatic efforts aimed at reaching peaceful solutions on the Iranian nuclear issue. Countries have the obligation to implement those resolutions in a full and earnest manner. However, at the same time, it is necessary that they not implement their provisions arbitrarily. Implementation should in no way impede the construction and development of Iran, nor should it get in the way of normal trade between Iran and other countries and the normal life of the Iranian people.”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  27. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to congratulate Ambassador Nishida on his assumption of the chairmanship of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1737 (2006). The Chinese delegation will continue to support and cooperate with the activities carried out by the Committee and its Chairman. China wishes to thank Ambassador Nishida for his briefing on the work of the Committee over the past 90 days. We have taken note of the fact that the Committee carried out very effective work during the most recent reporting period, for which we express our appreciation. Since December 2006, the Security Council has adopted a number of resolutions on the Iranian nuclear issue, including resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007), 1803 (2008) and 1929 (2010).”

    2010-09-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6384 (2010) · source

  28. “Mulet, MINUSTAH and the rest of the United Nations personnel in very difficult conditions. While the situation in that country remains fragile, we support the continued presence of MINUSTAH. In turn, MINUSTAH should focus on fulfilling its mandate, which is the maintenance of security in Haiti, so as to ensure that its limited resources will achieve maximum results. We agree with the ideas outlined in the report of the Secretary-General (S/2010/446) and hope that, in connection with the security situation following the transfer of power next year, the Secretariat and MINUSTAH will carry out an assessment of the strength, composition, resources and requirements of the Mission.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  29. “Accordingly, we expect the parties to fully respect the need for the Government and people of Haiti to take ownership of and bear the primary responsibility for the process and to take fully into account the country's current conditions and requirements. The United Nations should, on the basis of the distribution of responsibilities, bring into full play the roles of the Security Council, the Economic and Social Council and the United Nations Development Programme; strengthen its cooperation with relevant regional organizations; and, at the appropriate time, consider the involvement of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission. Over the past six years, MINUSTAH has played an important role in the maintenance of stability in Haiti. We appreciate the efforts made by Mr.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  30. “Protracted abject poverty and the lack of economic and social progress are the root causes of Haiti's difficulty in achieving long-term security. The key to achieving long-term security in Haiti lies in making substantial progress in reconstruction and attaining the Millennium Development Goals. In China, we say that one man's distress is a rallying cry for others to come to help. China, together with the international community, has provided assistance to the Government and the people of Haiti in the aftermath of the earthquake. Reconstruction is a long-term, complex and arduous process. Therefore, the reconstruction plan needs the continued support and assistance of the international community.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  31. “We note with concern that the country is still facing multiple challenges and difficulties in the areas of security, national reconstruction and economic and social development. What is worth noting is the slow progress in restoring national capabilities, especially in the police, judicial and correctional systems. Indeed, in some areas, crime is on the rise. The period between now, through the November elections to the transfer of power next year will be a rather sensitive time for Haiti. We hope that the Government of Haiti, with the support of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and regional organizations, will accelerate its strengthening of police and judicial capacities and remove hidden dangers in order to ensure that free, credible and fair elections can be held in a secure and stable environment.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  32. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Sir, for convening today's meeting. I also thank the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Edmond Mulet, for his briefing. The massive earthquake that hit Haiti in January this year dealt a heavy blow to the common efforts being made by Haiti, the United Nations and the broader international community. It is heartening to see, however, that eight months after the earthquake, the security situation in Haiti has remained generally calm, recovery and reconstruction efforts continue to be carried out smoothly, and the national Government is gradually coming back to life. In addition, presidential and parliamentary elections will be held in November.”

    2010-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6382 (2010) · source

  33. “When discussing the deployment of peacekeeping operations or adjustment of mandates, the Council should listen fully to the views of the special representatives of the Secretary-General, military commanders and military and civilian experts.”

    2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source

  34. “Peacekeeping operations in Sierra Leone, Liberia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have provided the Council with rich experience. We hope to hear more views and suggestions from the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the Force Commanders on how to achieve the strategic benchmarks of peacekeeping operations. Thirdly, United Nations peacekeeping operations have exhibited a tendency to grow in size and to assume multiple functions. While their logistical systems lag behind, peacekeeping operations face such challenges as mission deployment and inefficient operations. My delegation welcomes the series of studies by the Secretariat in this regard. We believe that United Nations peacekeeping operations mandates should be mission specific, in line with specific circumstances. They should be more focused and flexible.”

    2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source

  35. “This not only demonstrated the international community's dual-track strategy in Darfur, but also complemented and reinforced the two tracks. We hope that the objective embodied in resolution 1935 (2010) will be implemented. Secondly, the main purpose of deploying peacekeeping operations is to help countries in conflict to stabilize the security situation and take responsibility for their own defence, security and governance. From the first day of deployment, a peacekeeping operation should formulate and gradually improve its exit strategy. This strategy should focus not only on the eventual withdrawal of a peacekeeping operation, but also and more importantly on effective interface with peacebuilding to promote the eventual smooth transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding.”

    2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source

  36. “First, United Nations peacekeeping operations must have an inclusive, strong and viable political process to back them up. In circumstances where there is no peace to keep, the most that a peacekeeping mission can accomplish in carrying out its responsibilities, including the protection of civilians, humanitarian assistance and reconstruction and development, is to play the role of firefighter, which is unsustainable. At present, the deployment of the African Union- United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) is nearing completion. However, the political process continues to face serious difficulties. Last week, the Council adopted resolution 1935 (2010) extending UNAMID's mandate and requesting it, among other things, to prioritize the promotion of the political process in Darfur.”

    2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source

  37. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): My delegation welcomes the initiative of the Russian delegation to convene today's meeting and thanks Under-Secretary-General Alain Le Roy for his briefing. We have also listened attentively to the thought- provoking briefings of the five Force Commanders of United Nations peacekeeping operations. In particular, I warmly welcome all the Force Commanders present at today's meeting of the Council. They work under harsh conditions throughout the world to carry out the noble responsibilities entrusted to them by the Security Council and have made special contributions to the maintenance of international peace and security. The Chinese delegation pays tribute to them and to the Blue Helmets deployed worldwide. I shall highlight three points in my statement.”

    2010-08-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6370 (2010) · source

  38. “Most ongoing conflicts are taking place in areas with backward economic and social conditions. The United Nations should actively mobilize international resources to provide financial and technical assistance to the countries concerned so as to help them to 10-43853 develop their economies and eradicate poverty, thereby eliminating the source of conflict. We look forward to a greater role in that regard to be played by the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, the United Nations Development Programme, international institutions such as the World Bank, and regional organizations.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  39. “In our view, in designing the mandate for civilian protection, it is necessary that we base our work on actual needs and take into full consideration the situation on the ground and the resources and capacities of the peacekeeping mission concerned. It is imperative not to resort to generalizations. We are not in favour of invariably endowing all peacekeeping operations with mandates to protect civilians in disregard of practical conditions. Adhering to the three principles of the consent of the country concerned, impartiality and the non-use of force except in self-defence is the key to the success of peacekeeping operations. Any deviation from those basic principles will cause more conflicts and problems, even to the point of jeopardizing the success of the peacekeeping operation concerned, rather than help to protect civilians.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  40. “The key now is to ensure the comprehensive, equitable and effective implementation of those rules. The relevant United Nations organs and international treaty bodies should continue to play an important role to that end. The Security Council has already adopted a significant number of resolutions and presidential statements on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Our task in the next phase should be to push for the effective implementation of those documents. Fourthly, we must proceed from the actual situation and adapt to local specificities. Giving a United Nations peacekeeping mission a mandate to protect civilians is a decision to be made by the Council on a case-by-case basis.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  41. “While the international community can provide constructive help, it must do so in compliance with the provisions of the Charter of the 28 United Nations and while respecting the sovereignty of the countries concerned and refraining from intervening by force. Dialogue between the United Nations and non-State armed groups should be carried out within the framework of cooperation between the United Nations and the countries concerned, with the consent of the Governments concerned. With regard to combating impunity, we are in favour of letting the domestic judicial systems of the countries concerned play the role of principal channel. Thirdly, progress must be made step by step and we must concentrate on implementation. In connection with the protection of civilians, we already have in place a comparatively set of international legal rules.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  42. “First, we must start from the source and address the issue holistically. As the organ entrusted with the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, the Security Council is duty-bound to address the issue of protecting civilians in armed conflict. The Council should focus on the root causes of the problem, invest more energy in the prevention and monitoring of conflicts, and, at the same time, place the protection of civilians in the overall context of the political process for the peaceful settlement of disputes. Secondly, we must stress the responsibility of the States concerned and respect their wishes. National Governments have the primary responsibility for protecting civilians.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  43. “However, owing to the changing nature of armed conflicts and various complex factors, civilians in many regions of the world still find themselves under threat in situations of armed conflict. The international community faces an uphill battle in ensuring the protection of civilians. We are deeply concerned that, in some armed conflicts, civilians are subject to threats and violence, and we urge the parties to such conflicts to abide by international humanitarian law and the relevant Security Council resolutions and to protect the lives and property of civilians and their legitimate rights and interests. China urges the Security Council to make further efforts to strengthen the protection of civilians in armed conflict. In that regard, I wish to underscore the following points.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  44. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Nigeria for taking the initiative to convene this open debate. I would also like to thank Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Under-Secretary- General Holmes and High Commissioner Pillay for their statements. During his term of office, Sir John Holmes has made an outstanding contribution to the work of the United Nations in the area of humanitarian assistance. I would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation and to wish him all the best in his future endeavours. In recent years, the Security Council has attached great importance to the protection of civilians and made vigorous efforts to that end.”

    2010-07-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6354 (2010) · source

  45. “We wish every success to the international Kabul Conference on Afghanistan, and hope that the Afghan people will, through parliamentary elections in September, further solidify their unity and common understanding and advance the peace and reconciliation process.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source

  46. “We hope that the relevant parties of the international community will fully hear the views of Afghanistan, consider the priority development areas there, and reach consensus on the next step of assistance to Afghanistan. President Karzai of Afghanistan undertook a successful visit to China from 23 to 25 March this year, during which leaders of our two countries carried out an in-depth exchange of views on bilateral relations and the regional situation and achieved broad agreement. China appreciates the efforts of Afghanistan in promoting the process of peaceful reconstruction and will, as always, provide assistance to the Afghan Government and people to the best of its capabilities and further strengthen bilateral cooperation in such fields as the economy, technology, training and trade.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source

  47. “We hope that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UNAMA will make proposals and provide assistance in this regard. Thirdly, having the Afghan Government and the people exercise ownership is an important guarantee for the successful peaceful reconstruction of Afghanistan. Afghanistan has unique national conditions and a special development strategy and is facing many acute difficulties in the process of recovery and reconstruction. In providing assistance to Afghanistan for recovery and reconstruction, the international community should respect its sovereignty and encourage the Afghan Government and people to exercise full ownership and to choose their own mode of governance and development in line with their national conditions. The international Kabul Conference on Afghanistan will be held on 20 July.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source

  48. “The precarious security situation, backward infrastructure and lack of human resources have constrained the reconstruction and economic and social recovery of Afghanistan. The situation not only impedes the improvement of the lives of the Afghan people and dampens their enthusiasm for participating in national reconstruction, but also hampers efforts to eradicate the insurgency and drug trafficking. While increasing its inputs in the security area and helping to maintain stability in Afghanistan, the international community should also pay greater attention to the economic and social development of the country, actively support the Afghan Government in implementing its National Development Strategy and encourage it to make full use of international assistance to build its own capacity for development.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source

  49. “This not only jeopardizes the safety and security of the Afghan people and their confidence in the prospects for peace, but also negatively impacts the assistance work of the international community. China expresses its concern over this situation. We hope that the relevant parties of the international community will continue to support Afghanistan in implementing various initiatives, including the National Police strategy, assist the Afghan Government in the capacity-building of its security force, and help the Government to assume the important responsibility of maintaining security and stability at an early date. Secondly, economic and social reconstruction is an important guarantee for the lasting peace and security of Afghanistan.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source

  50. “On 20 July, the Afghan Government will co-host, with the United Nations in Kabul, an international conference on the question of Afghanistan. On 18 September, parliamentary elections will be held. With these developments, the peaceful reconstruction of Afghanistan has entered a crucial stage. I would like to focus my statement on three points. First, improving the security situation is the primary task facing Afghanistan. Although some progress has been made by the Government in strengthening its security forces, the security situation in Afghanistan has deteriorated since the beginning of this year, with a marked increase in security incidents resulting in the deaths and injury of innocent civilians.”

    2010-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6351 (2010) · source