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Wang Xuexian

lines on the record: 143
first: 1994-09-29
most recent: 1997-08-28
sittings or episodes: 29
sources: un-security-council

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“We hope to see UNITA return to the track of unity and cooperation and, under the unified leadership of the Angolan Government of Unity and National Reconciliation, make its contribution to the early realization of national reconciliation and peace and to reconstruction and development in Angola.”
1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source
“We are of the view that it is necessary for the Council to take further measures against UNITA in conformity with the will of the Angolan people to ensure smooth progress and the ultimate completion of the Angolan peace process. As is known to all, China has always taken a very prudent approach towards sanctions. However, for the purpose of an early realization of peace in Angola, and as a special case, China does not take exception to the measures contained in the draft resolution before us and will vote in favour of it. We hope that UNIT A will size up the situation, change its course of action, which goes against the popular will on the question of peace, renounce separatist rule and complete the demilitarization of its forces at an early date, thereby avoiding the need for the implementation of the above-mentioned measures.”
1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source
“Regrettably, what we have seen in Angola over a period of time are renewed conflicts in some parts of the country, further delay in the normalization of State administration and failure to complete the demilitarization of UNITA forces. If this situation continues, peace can hardly be achieved in Angola. The Angolan people have waited for peace for a long time. The international community has also made tremendous efforts to settle the Angolan question. At this final, critical juncture of the Angolan peace process, any irresponsible action vis-a-vis the peace commitment goes against the fundamental interests of the Angolan people.”
1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): China feels deeply anxious and sad about the current difficulties in the peace process in Angola. Two years ago we were elated at the signing of the Lusaka Protocol, which brought hope for peace to the war-tom Angolan people. Just four months ago we hailed the establishment of the Angolan Government of Unity and National Reconciliation, which we regarded as the start of a new era in Angola. However, only by implementing in real earnest the measures set forth in the Lusaka Protocol and the agreements reached by the Government of Angola and UNITA can peace and stability be truly achieved in Angola and its people enjoy again a peaceful and stable life.”
1997-08-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3814 (1997) · source
“In View of the fact that the draft resolution before us has accommodated the request of the Haitian Government and taken into proper consideration the concerns of the interested parties, the Chinese delegation will vote in favour of it.”
1997-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3806 (1997) · source
“The main task now facing Haiti is economic reconstruction and development, which should mainly be the responsibility of the Haitian people themselves. In this connection, the international community, particularly international financial institutions and other United Nations agencies, should play an active role. At the same time, considering the urgent request of the Haitian Government and the wishes of Latin American and Caribbean countries, the Chinese Government supports the establishment of the United Nations Transition Mission in Haiti as a transitional measure. We hope that it will work together with Haiti's National Police Force and the new Government to promote security and development in Haiti.”
1997-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3806 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): China attaches great importance to the peace process in Haiti and has all along supported the positive efforts made by the United Nations and the international community in this regard. We welcome the progress made by Haiti in political, economic and social fields in recent years with the help of the international community. We also appreciate the efforts and the contributions made by the countries concerned. We sincerely hope that Haiti will enjoy long-term stability and that its people will live and work in peace and contentment. China holds that the situation in Haiti no longer poses a threat to international peace and security and that the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Haiti has already been completed.”
1997-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3806 (1997) · source
“However, in order to help bring about peace and development in Angola at an early date, and considering the desires of Angola and the other parties concerned, we will vote in favour of the draft resolution. We hope that the Angolan Government and UNITA will cooperate with MONUA to complete the peace process smoothly. We also hope that other parties concerned, including African countries, will continue to play an active role in the Angolan peace process. The Chinese Government will work together with the international community to that end. Finally, the Chinese delegation wishes to take this opportunity to pay tribute to all the personnel of the United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) and thank them for their contribution to helping Angola to achieve peace and national reconciliation.”
1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source
“At present, the Angolan peace process is at a critical juncture and is in dire need of vigorous support from the international community, including the United Nations. Therefore, we support in principle the Secretary-General's recommendation to establish a United Nations observer mission in Angola (MONUA) and hope that its establishment will help promote the peace process and ultimately national reconciliation in Angola. At the same time, I wish also to point out that, as a principle, the Security Council should not get involved in matters that fall within the terms of reference of other United Nations bodies. China has different views regarding certain of the functions that the Council would be authorizing for MONUA. We therefore have reservations on certain provisions of the draft resolution before us.”
1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source
“Today the dawn of peace has already appeared on the horizon of Angola. We sincerely hope that the Angolan Government, and UNITA in particular, will, in the fundamental interests of the people of their country and in a continued spirit of unity and cooperation, seize the historic opportunity to complete as soon as possible the pending tasks in the political and military fields and achieve national reconciliation at an early date, thus paving the way for national reconstruction and development in the country. The settlement of the Angolan question will ultimately rest with the Angolan people themselves. However, the international community also has the responsibility to promote the peace process in Angola and facilitate Angola' s efforts to achieve national reconciliation at an early date.”
1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): Let me begin by thanking the representative of Argentina for his congratulations on the return of Hong Kong to China. We are pleased to see the positive momentum in the Angolan peace process since the beginning of this year. I note that the representative of Angola, speaking on behalf of his Deputy Minister, expressed confidence in the future of Angola. This is encouraging. Yet we are also concerned about the outbreak of military conflicts in some parts of Angola and the failure to complete the demobilization of UNITA military personnel. Practice has proved that only when there is a peaceful and stable environment can efforts be concentrated on economic and social development. Years of war have devastated Angola, a richly endowed country with a vast territory.”
1997-06-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3795 (1997) · source
“Taking into account the relevant request of the Albanian Government for the extension of the force's mandate, the Chinese delegation will not stand in the way of the adoption of the draft resolution. However, I wish to stress that safeguarding the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter is in the fundamental and long-term interests of the countries of the world. In the long run, the question of Albania can be resolved only by the Albanian people themselves. We sincerely hope that the Government and people of Albania will make joint efforts to ensure that peace and stability return to their country as soon as possible.”
1997-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3791 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Charter of the United Nations clearly stipulates that the United Nations should not interfere in what are essentially the internal affairs of a State. In our view, the question of Albania is in essence an Albanian internal affair. Therefore, the Security Council should proceed with caution. We are not in favour of authorizing the deployment in Albania of the multinational protection force. We are even less in favour of expanding the force's mandate. Moreover, we feel that, as the situation in Albania improves, the multinational protection force should terminate its mandate at an appropriate time. The understanding of the Chinese delegation is that the deployment of the multinational protection force in Albania is a special measure taken under special circumstances.”
1997-06-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3791 (1997) · source
“The international community should make great efforts in this regard. The Chinese delegation believes that while "preventive deployment" is being much talked about, there is the need to seriously consider "preventive development", that is, to eradicate the root causes of the refugee situation by encouraging national unity, promoting economic development and maintaining national stability.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“We are of the view that in rare cases, when the use of force is indeed necessary for the protection of the delivery of humanitarian relief and the safety and freedom of movement of United Nations peacekeepers, the authorization to use force must be strictly confined to self-defence. It should not be used indiscriminately, still less for retaliation, or in any way hurt innocent civilians. As a Chinese saying goes, "prevention is better than cure". We are of the view that the United Nations should seek the root causes of regional conflicts and humanitarian crises so as to suit the remedy to each case and target solutions to the cause. Issues such as the provision of humanitarian assistance and the protection, voluntary repatriation and resettlement of refugees should be integrated in order to work out a comprehensive solution.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“Furthermore, judging from many ongoing conflict situations, it is essential to achieve national reconciliation and eliminate hostility and hatred. The international community should make greater efforts to promote peace. The resolution of conflicts by such peaceful means as good offices, mediation and negotiation is in itself an effective way to protect refugees. In United Nations peacekeeping operations and humanitarian relief activities, there is a tendency towards frequently invoking Chapter VII of the Charter, or even authorizing the use of force. This, rather than being helpful, will more often than not further complicate problems. Therefore, we are not in favour of such an approach.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“The Security Council shoulders the heavy responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security entrusted to it by the United Nations Charter. The question of how to promote peaceful settlement of regional conflicts and the protection of refugees and humanitarian assistance through peacekeeping operations merits in-depth study. In our view, compliance with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter - particularly with regard to respect for State sovereignty and for the views of the States and parties concerned - and strict neutrality remain important principles for international humanitarian assistance. The political will and willingness to cooperate on the part of the States and parties concerned are the key to the success of conflict resolution and humanitarian assistance.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“It is therefore necessary to make a distinction between the two, both in discussions and in practice. The protection of refugees and the provision of humanitarian assistance to refugees in areas of conflict is a complicated and arduous task. We have noted that the relevant United Nations humanitarian agencies, especially the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, have made tremendous efforts in this regard, as has the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). We greatly appreciate and will continue to support their efforts. The staff of these agencies often work under difficult and perilous conditions. They have toiled and even given their precious lives for the noble humanitarian cause. We wish to express our sympathy and pay tribute to them.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“This has not only plunged numerous innocent people into dire situations, with lasting consequences for the social stability and economic development of the countries concerned, but also inflicted a heavy burden on many neighbouring countries. Though the refugee problem in conflict regions is attributed to different causes, its solution, and the provision of humanitarian assistance to refugees, are the joint responsibility of the international community as a whole. But I want to emphasize that, as far as the United Nations is concerned, humanitarian activities should be undertaken mainly by the relevant departments and agencies, while the Security Council should involve itself mainly with the settlement of political and security-related issues.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese delegation is very pleased to see you, Mr. President, participating in and presiding over this morning's meeting. The recent successful visit to China of His Excellency the Foreign Minister of your country will contribute to the development of good-neighbourly and friendly relations between our two countries. The fate of refugees should stir our deepest sympathy, as they belong to the most unfortunate group in society. The refugee problem plaguing the international community has defied solution for a long time. In recent years, regional conflicts, territorial disputes and ethnic and religious contradictions have further aggravated the outflow of refugees.”
1997-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3778 (1997) · source
“In conclusion, we call on the international community to give more attention to the question of Somalia and actively to help find a proper solution. The Chinese Government is ready to work together with other parties to this end.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“At the same time, we hold that these efforts should also receive firm and effective support and cooperation from the international community, including the United Nations. The United Nations, particularly this Council, has the responsibility, and ought to take measures, to contribute constructively to the settlement of the Somali question. In this connection, we are of the view that the role of the United Nations Political Office for Somalia should be strengthened and that this Council should consider positively the Secretary-General's recommendations, made in his report (S/1997/135) of 17 February 1997, to designate a Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on the question of Somalia, to send a United Nations/OAU joint fact-finding mission and to establish a Secretary-General's trust fund.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“We believe that peace among the factions in Somalia will benefit their country, while fighting will hurt them all. It is now high time to beat swords into ploughshares. Over a period of time, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), the League of Arab States, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development and some African countries have made positive and useful endeavours to promote political consultations and negotiations among the factions in Somalia. We express our deep admiration for the determination of these organizations, and particularly the African countries, to seek strength through unity and to resolve problems in their region. China welcomes and supports these efforts and calls on the factions in Somalia to cooperate closely with them.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“China has always held that the settlement of the Somali question will ultimately depend on the Somali people themselves and that national reconciliation is the only way out for the Somali people. As a Somali saying goes, "Only dialogue can bring about consensus". We hope that the various factions in Somalia will seek national reconciliation through fraternal dialogue and establish a broadly based coalition government. The leaders of various factions in Somalia should realize that the African continent is entering a new historical period of seeking peace, stability and development. Somalia has, by comparison, fallen behind. Years of civil war have already seriously hurt the country; further fighting will only aggravate its backwardness. The Chinese Government and people feel saddened by this situation.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): China supports and welcomes the Council's holding of an open debate on the question of Somalia. We hope that this debate will enable the international community to focus more attention on the question of Somalia; facilitate the efforts of the parties concerned, led by African countries, to resolve the Somali question; and help the factions in Somalia to work more actively to find a political settlement in the interest of national reconciliation and peace. We have noted with pleasure the positive changes that have taken place in Somalia in recent months. We appreciate the efforts made by the factions concerned in Somalia to achieve reconciliation through political consultations.”
1997-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3770 (1997) · source
“The Angolan Government of Unity and National Reconciliation is faced with the dual mission of consolidating peace and reviving the economy. The road is long, and the task is arduous. The international community, including the United Nations, should assist Angola in every possible way to achieve rapid rehabilitation and development. This is also the fundamental guarantee for lasting peace in Angola. The Chinese Government and people are ready to make their contribution to this end.”
1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3767 (1997) · source
“This is another example of African countries, following Sierra Leone and Liberia, successfully resolving conflicts and achieving national reconciliation through political negotiations. We feel truly delighted that all of southern Africa has become a land of peace and harmony, that hot spots have been removed one after another from the African continent and that more and more African countries are moving towards peace and development. We would like to take this opportunity to extend our warm congratulations and pay high tribute to the African people. A new page has now been turned in the history of Angola and a new era of economic recovery and national reconstruction has arrived. After many years of war, Angola has to tackle mountains of tasks in every field.”
1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3767 (1997) · source
“At this final critical juncture of the peace process, it is still necessary for the international community, including the United Nations, to give further support. On the basis of this consideration, the Chinese delegation supports the extension of the mandate of United Nations Angola Verification Mission (UNAVEM. III) to 30 June 1997 and will vote in favour of the draft resolution before us. At the same time, we support further adjustments to UNAVEM. III in the light of the gradual development of the situation in Angola and sincerely hope that the two parties in Angola will continue to cooperate with UNAVEM. III to fully implement the Lusaka Protocol with a View to bringing peace to Angola. An Angola of reconciliation is finally presented to the world 30 months after the signing of the Lusaka Protocol.”
1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3767 (1997) · source
“China has stated on many occasions that the settlement of the question of Angola ultimately rests with the Angolan people themselves. We feel gratified that the two parties in Angola have, through their efforts, achieved another major goal set by the Lusaka Protocol. We hope that the two parties will continue to accomplish other tasks in the peace process so that the Angolan people will again be able to enjoy peace and tranquillity and the country will be able to embark on the road of rehabilitation and development at an early date. China has consistently held that the international community has the responsibility to promote the Angolan peace process and help bring peace to Angola.”
1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3767 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to offer a warm welcome to the Ambassador of Angola and other members of the Permanent Mission of Angola. The Angolan Government of Unity and National Reconciliation, which the Angolan people and the international community have longed to see, has finally been established. This is yet another important milestone in the Angolan peace process. China rejoices heartily at this development and wishes to extend its warm congratulations to the Angolan people and both parties in Angola. We appreciate and welcome the political sincerity and positive attitude the parties concerned have demonstrated towards peace in Angola, in conformity with the popular will.”
1997-04-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3767 (1997) · source
“We appreciate and support the good offices of the Secretary-General and his special representative in seeking a political settlement of this question. We hope that the United Nations can continue to play a central, leading role in this field. At the same time, we have also noted the political and diplomatic efforts of the countries concerned in the region to give impetus to the settlement of this question, and we welcome those efforts. We hope that, through the joint efforts of the international community, favourable conditions can be created for the settlement of this question. We look forward to the day when there will be a comprehensive and political settlement to the Afghan question.”
1997-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3765 (1997) · source
“The final settlement of this question depends, fundamentally, on the Afghan people themselves. It follows that, first, all sides concerned should show the sincere political will to settle their differences through peaceful negotiation. Secondly, the parties concerned should immediately implement a ceasefire and cease all hostilities. In our view, the attempt to use military means to settle the conflict will only aggravate the conflict, plunging the Afghan people into dire misery indefinitely. This problem has many complex causes. We urge all sides to take account of the fundamental interests of the Afghan people, bury the hatchet, set aside their political and religious differences and engage in serious negotiations so as to establish as early as possible a stable, broad-based government acceptable to all sides.”
1997-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3765 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Security Council has convened this formal meeting to discuss the question of Afghanistan, which clearly shows the importance the international community attaches to this question. We sincerely hope that today's open debate will be conducive to a peaceful settlement of the Afghan question. The rivalries between the Afghan factions, and the long drawn-out strife, have brought perpetual turmoil and misery to the Afghan people. The Afghan conflict has led to instability in the region. As a close neighbour of Afghanistan, China wishes to express its profound concern and disquiet. The Chinese Government believes that the achievement of national reconciliation is the key to a just and lasting settlement of the Afghan question.”
1997-04-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3765 (1997) · source
“Especially now that the peace process in Liberia is at a critical juncture, ECOMOG's ability to assist should be strengthened so that it can carry out its peacekeeping mandate smoothly and help all parties in Liberia to complete the peace process. Liberia, which has experienced seven years of civil war, will soon achieve peace. This will be a happy event for the people of Liberia, as well as for all the people of Africa. China extends its sincere good wishes to the Liberian people. Together with the rest of the international community, we will continue to make our contribution so that Liberia can achieve peace and stability and enter a new era of rehabilitation and development as soon as possible.”
1997-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3757 (1997) · source
“No step or accomplishment achieved in the Liberian peace process would have been possible without the strenuous efforts made by ECOWAS. Over the years, ECOWAS countries have overcome their own financial difficulties and, in spite of adversity and setbacks, have made active good-offices and mediation efforts. They have sent peacekeeping troops to Liberia and have helped that country to move from war to peace. China has always firmly supported the efforts made by ECOWAS in accordance with the United Nations Charter for the solution of questions in the region. We believe that the international community should provide political and financial help to ECOWAS and the ECOWAS Monitoring Group (ECOMOG).”
1997-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3757 (1997) · source
“We hope that the various Liberian parties will continue their efforts and expedite the completion of all the tasks in the military areas as stipulated in the Abuja Agreement and that they will hold sincere consultations and solve the differences still remaining in the preparatory work for the elections, so that these elections can be held as scheduled on 30 May 1997. The general elections to be held in Liberia will be an important milestone in the Liberian peace process, as well as in the history of Liberia. The international community, including the United Nations, is duty-bound to actively support this election. We are in favour of shifting the focus of UNOMIL to electoral assistance. We therefore appeal to all sides to assist the elections in Liberian with human, material and financial resources.”
1997-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3757 (1997) · source
“We appreciate the recent political good faith and positive actions on the part of the various factions in Liberia. As the Permanent Representative of Liberia stated, the ultimate settlement of the question of Liberia rests solely with the Liberian people themselves. This calls for a strong sense of political responsibility on the part of the leaders of Liberia's various factions in conformity with the interests of their country and their people. The peace process in Liberia has entered its last important phase.”
1997-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3757 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang (China)(interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese delegation will vote in favour of the draft resolution before the Council. We are in favour of the Secretary-General' 5 recommendation to extend the mandate of the United Nations Observer Mission in Liberia (UNOMIL) for three months. We also are in favour of an even more positive United Nations role in Liberia in support of the peace process, and support the unremitting efforts made by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to resolve the question of Liberia. We are encouraged by the major progress recently achieved in the Liberian peace process. The disarmament and demobilization of ex-combatants of the various Liberian factions are key elements in the peace process, and an important prerequisite for the smooth holding of general elections in Liberia.”
1997-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3757 (1997) · source
“We sincerely hope that all sides concerned will exercise caution and refrain from taking any actions that are unfavourable to the peace process in the Middle East. We feel that under the present circumstances it is necessary that the Security Council send the Israeli Government a clear and unequivocal message calling upon it to cease immediately the settlement activities. The Chinese delegation will therefore vote in favour of the draft resolution before us. China condemns all forms of terrorist activities. We deeply regret the bombing incident that took place in Tel Aviv today. We would like to take this opportunity to express our condolences to the families of the victims.”
1997-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3756 (1997) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): In spite of the repeated calls made by the international community that Israel stop its settlement activities in East Jerusalem, the Israeli Government still persists in carrying out its plan. We would like to express our deep concern over the development of the situation. We feel that this will certainly create obstacles for the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli talks. We are also deeply concerned over the development of the peace process. We call again on the Israeli Government to stop immediately its settlement activities in East Jerusalem. I would like to emphasize the principled position of the Chinese Government that the question of Jerusalem should be settled by all sides concerned through peaceful negotiations and on the basis of the relevant resolutions of the United Nations.”
1997-03-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3756 (1997) · source
“We believe that it is beyond the Security Council's competence to authorize the establishment of the aforementioned office, and it is not in accordance with the Agreement between the two parties concerned. Therefore, the Chinese delegation cannot but abstain on the draft resolution. We wish to emphasize that, even if this draft resolution is adopted, it should in no way set a precedent for other United Nations peacekeeping operations. The Chinese delegation would like this position to be reflected in the official record.”
1996-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3707 (1996) · source
“In order to ensure its efficiency and security, the Secretary-General recommended that the United Nations Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG) provide appropriate support facilities. In this connection, my delegation proposed reasonable solutions. The Security Council has entrusted UNOMIG with the primary peacekeeping mandate. We are of the View that peacekeeping operations should have a clear mandate. They should not and cannot be all-inclusive, still less overextended by assuming responsibilities that fall to other agencies. It was on the basis of this principled position and with a constructive attitude that we proposed amendments to the draft resolution before us. Regrettably, however, our amendments were not accepted.”
1996-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3707 (1996) · source
“The Chinese Government has always supported the settlement of differences between the two parties concerned in Georgia through peaceful negotiations. We emphasize that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia must be respected, and we hope that the two sides demonstrate political sincerity and facilitate an early, comprehensive political settlement of the Georgian question through earnest negotiations. In accordance with the agreement reached by the two parties in Georgia - and I wish to emphasize - in accordance with the agreement reached by the two parties in Georgia, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights will set up a human rights office in Abkhazia, Georgia.”
1996-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3707 (1996) · source
“The Council should therefore encourage them to continue and increase their efforts to that end. We have noted that the peace-keeping forces of the United Nations Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG) and the Commonwealth of Independent States enjoy good cooperation and are together playing a positive role in stabilizing the situation in the region and promoting the peace process in Georgia. Therefore, we support the Secretary-General' s recommendation to extend the mandate of UNOMIG.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“N0 country can be prosperous, with its people living in peace, without ethnic harmony and territorial integrity. Therefore, we urge the parties concerned, particularly the Abkhaz authorities, to adopt a realistic approach and take concrete action to focus on settling the political status of Abkhazia so as to advance the peace process in Georgia and enable the Georgian people, of all ethnic groups, to live and work in peace and contentment at an early date. The Secretary-General and his Special Envoy have made tremendous efforts for a comprehensive political settlement of the Georgian question, for which we wish to express our support and our thanks. We also believe that the countries concerned in the region, particularly the Russian Federation, can play a unique mediating role, and indeed have already been doing so.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“The Georgian Government, proceeding from the fundamental interests of the Georgian people, of all ethnic groups, has adopted a responsible attitude in promoting a comprehensive settlement of the Georgian question and has put forward constructive proposals, including that of establishing a federal State and granting Abkhazia wide- ranging autonomy. This position has provided a basis for an early settlement of the Georgian question, and we wish to express our appreciation and support for it. Regrettably, however, the Abkhaz authorities still cling to a rigid position and continue to set obstacles to a political settlement, which has brought the peace process to a standstill. We cannot but express our deep concern over this situation.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“Mr. Wang Xuexian (China) (interpretation from Chinese): The Chinese delegation supports the draft resolution before us today. We hope that, upon adoption, it will play a positive role in the settlement of the question of Georgia. The world is very much concerned about the long absence of a solution to the question of Georgia. The crux of a political settlement of the Georgian question is whether this newly independent Member State will continue to maintain its sovereignty and territorial integrity or will be dismembered. The position of the Security Council on this question is clear: the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia must be fully respected. A comprehensive political settlement of the Georgian question must proceed within this framework.”
1996-07-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3680 (1996) · source
“China will continue to do its best to contribute to Angola's economic reconstruction. We are confident that once peace comes to Angola, the great and industrious Angolan people will overcome their difficulties and build Angola into a prosperous and beautiful country.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“During his visit to Africa last May, Chinese President J iang Zemin pointed out that most African countries are moving towards political stability and entering a new historical period of seeking peace, stability and development. We are most gratified by the advent of such a period. Now, the question of Angola has become the last hot issue in southern Africa to be resolved. We are in favour of continued strong support for the Angola peace process by the international community, so as to bring peace and tranquility to southern Africa as a whole. Full-scale reconstruction remains to be undertaken in the post-war Angola. Economic recovery and reconstruction will be an arduous task for Angola, but this is the key to lasting peace. The international community should attach great importance to this question and give it effective support.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source
“Conversely, continued stagnation, or even retrogression, in the peace process will let slip the peace and tranquility long desired by the Angolan people and thrust the Angolan nation into further chaos and misery. We expect the two parties, particularly UNITA, to live up to the wishes of the Angolan people and the international community by making a choice in line with the historical requirements and by taking a political decision in the interests of Angolan nation. The Chinese Government and people have always been very much concerned about the destiny of African peoples and have sympathized with and supported the cause of peace in African countries.”
1996-07-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.3679 (1996) · source