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Wang Min

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763
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2010-06-16
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2015-12-22
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  1. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I welcome the briefing by Special Representative of the Secretary-General De Mistura on the situation in Afghanistan. I would like to thank Ambassadors Tanin and Apakan for their statements. My thanks also go to colleagues from the Turkish Mission, the Secretariat, Mr. De Mistura, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Afghan Government for their efforts and help in ensuring the success of the visit of the Council's mission to Afghanistan. As a friendly neighbour of Afghanistan, China pays close attention to the development of the situation there. We wish to register our appreciation to the Afghan people and Government for the efforts for peace and congratulate them on the holding of the Peace J irga in Kabul from 2 to 4 June.”

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

  2. “China has always taken a cautious approach to the use of sanctions and advocated for strict criteria and appropriate time frames for sanctions so as to avoid, as far as possible, their negative impact on people's livelihoods and economic and social development. China supports strengthening United Nations sanctions in accordance with the following principles: undertaking broad consultations on the basis of Security Council resolutions and moving forward cautiously; emphasizing facts and evidence and avoiding double standards; and taking fully into account the practical situation of the countries concerned and the nature of the relevant sanctions committees, as well as enhanced efficiency.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  3. “In our view, the issue of impunity can be fully resolved only if tension is eased and political stability achieved in the relevant regions. Efforts to seek criminal justice should further rather than interrupt the relevant peace process, and foster rather than hamper national reconciliation and peacebuilding. Lastly, the efficiency and credibility of United Nations sanctions should be enhanced. Over the past decade, the Security Council has increasingly resorted to sanctions as a means of deterrence or punishment. Despite the Council's efforts to improve sanctions procedures, the effects and negative impact of sanctions continue to be matters for widespread concern.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  4. “While the international community can provide support and assistance in terms of finance, technology and capacity-building, it is necessary to respect the autonomy of recipient countries, take full account of local history, culture and legal systems, and avoid imposing anything from outside. Fourthly, it is necessary to strike the right balance between maintaining peace and pursuing justice. Ensuring compliance with international humanitarian law is an important aspect of strengthening the international rule of law. We condemn all criminal acts that violate human rights and international humanitarian law and support the international community in pushing to resolve the issue of impunity in conflict regions and to punish serious international crimes, such as war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  5. “Post-conflict reconstruction covers many elements and the task of building the rule of law should be integrated into and coordinated with the political process and economic and social reconstruction, and not separate from them, so that they can be mutually reinforcing. That is the only way to eliminate the root causes of conflicts. Thirdly, when conflict and post-conflict countries are assisted in strengthening the internal rule of law, their sovereignty must be respected. Basically, strengthening the rule of law in such countries falls within the realm of internal affairs.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  6. “They should engage in building harmonious international relations, seek to prevent and reduce conflicts, and preserve world peace and security. Secondly, in strengthening the rule of law in conflict and post-conflict situations, the many political, economic and social factors should be taken fully into account. Strengthening the rule of law in conflict and post-conflict countries is both a prerequisite for the transition from conflict to peace and a fundamental guarantee for building sustainable peace. Far from being merely a legal matter, strengthening the rule of law is closely related to various political, economic and social factors.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  7. “In that connection, I would like to stress the following points. First, the Charter of the United Nations is the cornerstone of the international rule of law. The Charter and the basic principles of international law established by it are the basis of the existing international legal order and the foundation for building the international rule of law. At the 2005 World Summit, world leaders unanimously committed to stricter compliance with the United Nations Charter and international law. That solemn commitment must be translated into practical action. In international affairs, countries should abide by the basic principles of international law, such as sovereign equality, fulfilling obligations in good faith, the peaceful settlement of disputes and the non-use or threat of force.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  8. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to thank you, Mr. President, for coming to New York to preside over today's meeting. We would also like to thank Deputy Secretary-General Migiro and Under-Secretary- General O'Brien for their statements. The rule of law is an important symbol of human civilization and social development, and strengthening the rule of law in international relations is conducive to maintaining world peace, promoting common progress and strengthening efforts to build a harmonious world. The Security Council's fulfillment of its primary responsibility to maintain international peace and security within the framework of international law is of great significance in strengthening international law and furthering the process of strengthening the rule of law in international relations.”

    2010-06-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6347 (2010) · source

  9. “We encourage United Nations bodies, regional organizations, the World Bank, other international agencies and non-governmental organizations to strengthen their coordination and cooperation, adopt an integrated strategy, exploit their own strengths and work together to help countries in conflict to increase their capacity to protect children. China will continue to work together with the rest of the international community and to make its due contribution to the protection of children.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source

  10. “The relevant resolutions of the Security Council stipulate that Governments bear the primary responsibility for the protection of the children of their countries. The Security Council and its Working Group should have more communication with the countries concerned and endorse and support the positive measures adopted, continually increase mutual trust and avoid politicizing children's issues. In gathering information and carrying out field work, it is necessary to cooperate with the Governments of the countries concerned, so as to improve efficiency and generate synergies. The efforts of the Security Council alone are not enough to truly to change the situation of children and armed conflict and give them a good future.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source

  11. “The nature of conflict situations varies, as do situations both on and off the agenda of the Security Council. In that regard, it is always necessary to attach importance to the protection of children. However, there should be differences in the actual approach. It is necessary that we not disregard existing differences or apply a single approach to every situation. China is not in favour of the frequent use or threat of use of sanctions by the Security Council. It is in particular necessary to use caution when it comes to the issue of children and armed conflict. Thirdly, in addressing the issue of children and armed conflict, it is necessary to fully utilize the role of the Governments of the countries concerned.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source

  12. “First, in order to ensure the protection of children in armed conflict, it is necessary to begin at the source and pursue a comprehensive approach. The Security Council bears the grave responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. It should attach greater importance to the prevention, suppression and elimination of armed conflicts, so as to prevent the occurrence of tragedies. The international community should redouble its efforts to eliminate poverty, universalize education and promote sustainable development, so as to create a security and social environment conducive to the healthy growth of children. That would be the best way to protect children. Secondly, in considering the issue of children and armed conflict, it is necessary to take into account local conditions and to proceed accordingly.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source

  13. “Mr. Wang Min (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Madam President, for convening today's meeting. I should also like to thank Ms. Radhika Coomaraswamy, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Ms. Hilde Frafjord Johnson, Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, Mr. Atul Khare, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, and Ms. Manju Gurung, a child from Nepal, for their briefings. China attaches importance to the issue of children and armed conflict. We condemn and oppose the recruitment and use of child soldiers and other violations of children's rights in armed conflict. We support the efforts of the United Nations, including the Security Council, to promote the protection of children in armed conflict. In that regard, I would like to emphasize the following points.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341 (2010) · source