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Wang Yingfan

lines on the record: 679
first: 2000-02-24
most recent: 2003-06-17
sittings or episodes: 130
sources: un-security-council

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“Finally, I once again thank the Council President and colleagues for the kind and encouraging words that they have addressed to me.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“In order to sever the source of drugs and effectively resolve the drug issue, efforts should be made to develop substitute crops and improve the rural economic and social environment so that farmers will earn income through legal means and free themselves from their dependence on drug production. The international community should increase its input in and funding for assistance to the Transitional Administration in policy-making. During the recent visit of Vice-President Shaharani to China, the two sides signed a number of agreements, including one on economic and technical cooperation. We are now speeding up construction of the Parwan irrigation project and Kabul public hospital project. China will continue to cooperate with the various parties and work together with them for peace and reconstruction in Afghanistan.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“The drug problem in Afghanistan has seriously affected the country's stability and economic development and has become an increasingly destabilizing factor in the region. Curbing drug production and cracking down on drug smuggling are common objectives for Afghanistan and other countries in the region, as well as for the entire international community. The Chinese Government appreciates the measures adopted by the Transitional Administration to root out the drug problem and the positive role played by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, the Office on Drugs and Crime, the United Kingdom and France in this regard. We favour taking timely action to formulate an international strategy against the Afghan drug threat and promote international cooperation in related areas under the leadership of the United Nations.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“At the present time, security is still an issue of concern in some places in Afghanistan, as the recent suicide bombing attacks against the International Security Assistance Force has clearly shown. The international community should adopt peaceful measures to assist the Transitional Administration in its efforts to build the army and police forces and complete the programme of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration at an early date. We would also like to urge the various parties in Afghanistan to demonstrate good faith in pursuing national reconciliation and thus contribute to peace in and the reconstruction of their country. Drugs are the enemy of the entire human race, and the drug issue has been closely linked with such organized transnational crimes as terrorism, money- laundering and human trafficking.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to thank the Russian Mission for arranging this public meeting. I also wish to thank Mr. Guehenno and Mr. Costa for their detailed briefings. We are glad to note that with the support and assistance from the international community the Afghan Transitional Administration, headed by President Karzai, has made unremitting efforts to reach the goals set in the Bonn Agreement. Afghanistan is now preparing for the Constitutional Loya Jirga, to be held this October. We hope that the new Constitution will serve to reinforce ethnic unity, social justice, rule of law and national stability.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“Therefore, I trust that all members will achieve even greater success and I wish them good luck. Adoption of the agenda The agenda was adopted. The situation in Afghanistan”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for your generous appraisal of my work in the Security Council. Indeed, today will be the last time that I will speak in this Chamber as the Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations. I wish to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt thanks to all representatives, Permanent Missions and Secretariat colleagues for their support and cooperation during my years of service here. While I am leaving, my colleagues will continue to work hard and to face new challenges and the higher expectations of Member States for the United Nations and the Security Council. It is a pleasure to know that many new colleagues have come to replace older members like myself, including the Permanent Representative of Chile, who has just assumed his post.”
2003-06-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4774 (2003) · source
“We hope that in the year following the renewal of resolution 1422 (2002) the parties concerned will carefully study the relevant questions with a view to finding proper solutions.”
2003-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4772 (2003) · source
“Mr. Cheng Jingye (China) (spoke in Chinese): I too would like to congratulate you, Mr. President, on the occasion of your national day. China supports the establishment of an independent, impartial, effective and universal International Criminal Court (ICC). The Chinese Government actively participated in the whole process leading to the establishment of the ICC. We will now follow closely its operations. We hope that the ICC, through its performance, will contribute to the universality of the Rome Statute. My delegation views today's debate as very useful. We understand the concerns registered by many countries at today's meeting. We attach importance to the views expressed by the Secretary-General.”
2003-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4772 (2003) · source
“We support the "standards before status" policy of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Steiner, and the series of measures in the benchmark process. We hope that UNMIK will continue to effectively carry out its mandate, satisfactorily deal with the decentralization question and take further measures to ensure that the Provisional Institutions fulfil their responsibilities.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“Like other countries, we call on the Provisional Institutions to continue to take effective action to crack down on crime, guarantee the rights and interests of ethnic minorities and promote economic development, as well as to fully cooperate with the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the Government of Serbia and Montenegro, with a View to the early achievement of social stability, economic development and ethnic harmony. China, like other countries, condemns all atrocities and other acts of violence, which undermine the social stability of Kosovo. The Chinese delegation appreciates the tireless efforts of UNMIK aimed at the restoration of stability, the establishment of the rule of law, economic development and the promotion of ethnic harmony.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to thank Mr. Annabi for his briefing on the latest developments in Kosovo. Four years ago the Security Council adopted resolution 1244 (1999), laying the basis for a comprehensive settlement of the Kosovo question. Accordingly, the Provisional Institutions of Kosovo should scrupulously fulfil their obligations.”
2003-06-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4770 (2003) · source
“The United Nations, including the Security Council, should strive for effective solutions to enable the Organization to enhance its capacity for the maintenance of international peace and security.”
2003-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4766Resumption1 (2003) · source
“In Sierra Leone, the process of demobilization, disarmament and reintegration of ex-combatants has been stalled by the lack of funding. Following the end of conflicts and the achievement of peace, countries still face serious difficulties, which may become new triggers for a further round of turmoil. For example, in Guinea- Bissau the relevant peace agreements are being implemented, but the grave economic difficulties it faces threaten to plunge it into another war. Economic and financial guarantees therefore represent a serious issue for the Security Council in its task of preventing and managing and forestalling the recurrence of conflicts in Africa.”
2003-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4766Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Indeed, the inability to procure adequate economic and financial resources has a negative effect on the promotion of peace processes. In this respect, it should be noted that, in recent years, cooperation between the United Nations and international financial institutions, including the World Bank, has been stepped up, and that coordination among various organs of the United Nations system - for instance, between the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council - has also been enhanced. Insufficient funding during peace processes remains a difficult problem. For example, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through its peacekeeping operation in Cote d'Ivoire, has played an instrumental role in stabilizing the situation in the country. However, the peacekeeping operation is strapped for cash.”
2003-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4766Resumption1 (2003) · source
“We hope that they will play an effective role in promoting the peace processes in both regions. In recent years, the Security Council has been actively engaged in the prevention and resolution of conflicts and in the consolidation of peace. It has made some headway, but it has also faced difficulties and problems. Today I wish to dwell on one question, namely, the importance of putting the maintenance of peace and security on a sound economic and financial footing. The African continent is richly endowed with natural resources. This is true of both the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Sierra Leone. However, due to various factors, economic and financial security often becomes a sticking point in the process of ending conflicts and rebuilding peace.”
2003-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4766Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like to begin by thanking you, Mr. President, for convening this wrap-up meeting to discuss Security Council missions to Africa and United Nations promotion of peace and security in Africa. We also wish to thank Ambassador Gambari, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for his statement. Recently, the situation in Central Africa - particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - has become extremely worrisome; the peace process there faces a number of challenges. In West Africa, the peace in Sierra Leone must still be consolidated, the conflict in Liberia has yet to be resolved and the situation in Cote d'Ivoire is still beset with destabilizing factors. The Security Council missions to those two regions in June are both necessary and timely.”
2003-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4766Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Some of China's specific concerns have not been resolved satisfactorily, but in the light of the Iraqi people's urgent need for reconstruction, China voted in favour of the resolution. We hope that resolution 1483 (2003) can be smoothly and effectively implemented; that the Secretary-General can appoint a Special Representative as soon as possible; and that the United Nations can effectively play its due role in the process of post-conflict reconstruction in Iraq. As well, we hope that Iraq, a country that has suffered tremendously from hardship and war, can return to normalcy and rejoin the international community as soon as possible.”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4761 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): We welcome the presence of the Secretary-General at today's meeting. China has always supported and attached great importance to the role of the United Nations on the issue of Iraq and, even more, in the area of post- conflict reconstruction. Such involvement will not only contribute to long-term peace and stability in Iraq in particular and the Gulf and the Middle East region in general, but also contribute to maintaining the credibility and authority of the United Nations. The Chinese delegation, with a constructive attitude, actively participated in the consultations on the draft resolution that has been adopted as resolution 1483 (2003) and proposed a number of amendments. We note that the sponsoring countries took into consideration the views of other parties and revised the original text.”
2003-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4761 (2003) · source
“Within their own capacities, they should also use their influence in various ways to find definitive peaceful solutions to disputes. The countries involved in disputes have made numerous diplomatic efforts that are useful complements to the Security Council's work to promote peace.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“It should also enhance its coordination with various United Nations agencies and avail itself of various ways and means, including authorizing the Secretary- General to conduct good offices and mediation, to take full advantage of the Organization's comprehensive strengths. For years, the United Nations has dispatched numerous peacekeeping operations to conflict regions throughout the world. Such operations have played positive roles in easing tensions, promoting peaceful reconciliation and restoring regional peace and security. As for those hotspots that have defied efforts to find solutions, the Security Council should enhance its labours. It should also be pointed out that States Members of the United Nations are at all times obligated to cooperate with the Security Council in its varied efforts to find peaceful solutions to disputes.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“When the Security Council can play a more positive role, in accordance with Chapter VI of the Charter, in ending conflicts, promoting peaceful reconciliation and restoring regional peace and security, the international community will undoubtedly be able to entertain greater hopes for the pacific settlement of disputes. The success or failure of the Security Council in the pacific settlement of disputes hinges on the political will of the parties to a conflict to seek a peaceful settlement. The Council should objectively and accurately assess and evaluate a conflict situation in a timely fashion and offer proposals for settlement and subsequent procedures.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“History shows that the use of force does not resolve disputes and conflicts at their roots. An ever- increasing number of countries and peoples have come to see that the use or threat of use of force is incapable of establishing and sustaining long-term peace and security. The new security concept, which is primarily based on dialogue and cooperation, is becoming one of the most important current trends. The pacific settlement of disputes gives specific expression to that new concept of security. Experience in settling disputes throughout the world demonstrates that most disputes are solved by such peaceful means as dialogue, negotiation and consultation.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I should like to thank Pakistan for its initiative to hold this open meeting. I should also like to welcome Foreign Minister Kasuri and to thank him for presiding over this meeting. I also thank Secretary-General Kofi Annan and the other guests for their statements. The pacific settlement of disputes to promote international peace and security is one of the principles of the United Nations Charter. It is also the primary responsibility of the Security Council. As compared with Chapter VII, the various provisions of Chapter VI regarding the pacific settlement of disputes provide the Security Council with a broader scope of action and more flexible approaches to choose from as it plays its role in maintaining international peace and security.”
2003-05-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4753 (2003) · source
“The Chinese delegation will provide the CTC with active and full cooperation. In recent years, the majority of countries have stressed these prominent issues with respect to practices for combating terrorism: strengthening international cooperation on counter-terrorism, eradicating the sources of terrorism, actively promoting solutions for regional hot spots, promoting and deepening the dialogue among civilizations and curbing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Enhancing international consensus on those issues and gradually adopting effective and practical measures in that regard are the keys to further reinforcing, and making additional gains in, the international campaign against terrorism. The United Nations should meet that challenge by playing a pivotal role in the international fight against terrorism.”
2003-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4752 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): We welcome the Prime Minister of Spain, His Excellency Mr. Jose Maria Aznar, to the Security Council and thank him for his insightful statement. Terrorism is a threat to all humankind. We should combat it resolutely whenever, wherever and for whatever motive it occurs. Since its inception, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has played an important role in assisting countries to implement resolution 1373 (2001), particularly in the areas of strengthening counter-terrorism legislation, institution- building and promoting international cooperation on counter-terrorism. A moment ago, the Prime Minister of Spain put forward some specific proposals. We are ready to discuss those proposals. We believe that under the Spanish chairmanship, the CTC will continue to make progress in its work.”
2003-05-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4752 (2003) · source
“The participation of the United Nations in the post-conflict management and rebuilding of Iraq will enable us to mobilize the international community to provide the various forms of support and cooperation so essential for Iraq, which requires rebuilding in every area. China welcomes any programme that is in the Iraqi people's interests and promotes the restoration of peace and stability in Iraq and the region as a whole. We are confident that, with flexibility, realism and a constructive approach, we shall be able to find common ground and to realize that the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, not only should but also can play their roles.”
2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source
“One-size-fits-all approaches can hardly be effective; rather, the United Nations should take a tailored approach by taking into full consideration the particularities of the issues involved and devoting attention to the views of the countries concerned and of the parties to conflicts. At present, the international community is watching closely the post-conflict arrangements for and rebuilding of Iraq, particularly the way in which the United Nations will play its role. Like many other countries, we believe that, because the Security Council adopted a series of resolutions on weapons inspections, sanctions and the oil-for-food programme with regard to Iraq, the management of those issues in post-conflict Iraq will require the Council's participation and decisions.”
2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source
“Those are the conditions required for the United Nations to play its role. The international community's steadfast support, both politically and in terms of resources, is an important guarantee of the maintenance of stability and the promotion of economic development after conflicts. That is especially true for economically underdeveloped regions, Africa in particular. Furthermore, the United Nations should promptly formulate a comprehensive strategy to strengthen its coordination and cooperation with relevant international, regional and subregional organizations; only thus can we achieve the desired results. It must also be pointed out that conflict situations around the world vary.”
2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I should like to thank you, Mr. President, for organizing this meeting. I welcome the participation of the Secretary-General and of the Presidents of the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council in today's discussion, and I thank them for their important statements. Post-conflict situations involve more than national reconciliation, humanitarian assistance, the demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants and national reconstruction. They also involve relations with neighbouring countries and the stabilization of the situation in the regions concerned. Whether the United Nations can play its role in post-conflict situations will depend mainly on the political will of the parties to the conflict and on their firm commitment to peace agreements.”
2003-04-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4748 (2003) · source
“The Security Council and relevant regional organizations should attach great importance to this. In brief, the Security Council should prioritize the summarizing of its experience in strengthening its coordination and cooperation with regional organizations. This is a very important factor, which cannot be neglected, in strengthening the role of the United Nations.”
2003-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4739 (2003) · source
“Secondly, the African Union, ECOWAS and other African regional organizations have taken the initiative and undertaken some important actions in addressing problems in the Great Lakes region and in West Africa. These have yielded very good results. In the future, the Security Council and other United Nations bodies should coordinate their efforts as soon as possible with the African Union and African subregional organizations on the measures and actions they intend to take. If possible, they should extend timely support and coordination. Thirdly, one very important experience of the Security Council in handling the crisis in Sierra Leone was its creation, in cooperation with ECOWAS, of a comprehensive and integrated approach to that problem. An integrated strategy has a very high reference value in approaching other African issues.”
2003-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4739 (2003) · source
“We believe that the African countries and peoples know Africa best and that they have the first say in the settlement of African issues. In addressing those issues, the Security Council must carefully listen to and fully respect the opinions of the African Union, other African regional organizations and the African countries. It must also further strengthen its coordination and cooperation with African regional organizations. In this context, I wish to comment on three points. First, prior to taking decisions on African issues, the Security Council should strive to coordinate with the relevant African regional organizations so that its decisions better reflect the opinions and positions of those organizations and the countries involved. This will improve the feasibility and efficiency of the Security Council's decisions.”
2003-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4739 (2003) · source
“We hope and believe that it can play its due role in strengthening coordination and cooperation between the Security Council and the regional organizations. The African Union and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have made great efforts and played very important roles in solving conflicts in Africa. Since its inception, the African Union's Mechanism for Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolution has regularly evaluated conflicts in Africa and played an irreplaceable role in stabilizing the situation there. In addressing significant issues, such as the situation in the Mano River region and the achievement of peace in Cote d'Ivoire, ECOWAS has played a very important role and achieved significant results, which we praise.”
2003-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4739 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation thanks you, Sir, for presiding over today's meeting. We also welcome Secretary- General Arman and the participation of representatives of regional organizations, including the African Union, in this meeting. According to the relevant provisions of the United Nations Charter, while the Security Council has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, the regional organizations can also play an important role in promoting the peaceful settlement of disputes. The efforts of the two are mutually complementary. We appreciate the fact that the President has scheduled today's open meeting.”
2003-04-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4739 (2003) · source
“The Chinese delegation also highly appreciates the contributions made by the Vice- Chairmen and the support teams of the Chairman and the Vice-Chairmen. Ambassador Arias will take over the chairmanship of the CTC. The Chinese delegation will fully support him in his work and is convinced that under the leadership of Ambassador Arias, the CTC will make further progress on the basis of lessons learned from its past work.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734 (2003) · source
“The CTC can actively make proposals on how countries can further implement resolution 1373 (2001). Those proposals should be effective, and practical and a tailored approach should be taken. The plan of action to follow up the special meeting of the CTC refers to the Committee's intention to seek ways and means to alleviate the burden of reporting on countries. That is a common concern of all countries. We hope that the CTC and its experts will study that issue. I would like to highlight the tireless efforts that Sir Jeremy Greenstock, as the first Chairman of the CTC, has made to carry out and promote international counter-terrorism. Under his leadership, the CTC has achieved significant results and has been praised by Member States.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734 (2003) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity to make two points on the next stage of the Committee's work. First, work on providing assistance on counter-terrorism should be further strengthened. Effective practical measures should be taken to help developing countries to build their counter-terrorism capacity so that they can better implement resolution 1373 (2001). In that regard, the CTC should urge developed countries to increase counter-terrorism assistance to developing countries. Secondly, as mandated by resolution 1373 (2001), the CTC should continue to monitor the implementation of that resolution by States. We associate ourselves with Sir Jeremy Greenstock's statement that the CTC will have to move ahead with both sensitivity and firmness in the field of monitoring and implementation.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734 (2003) · source
“In the 18 months since its establishment, the CTC has worked to promote States' implementation of resolution 1373 (2001). At present, States either have adopted legislation on counter-terrorism and established mechanisms against terrorism or are in the process of doing so. All agree that remarkable progress has been made. On 6 March, the CTC successfully held a special meeting with international, regional and subregional organizations. Participants in the meeting exchanged views on how to further strengthen international cooperation to prevent and combat terrorism. It was a useful attempt towards establishing an international network against terrorism. We support the seventh 90-day work programme that the CTC has adopted (S/2003/387, annex).”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I would like to congratulate Mexico on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. The Chinese delegation will fully support the presidency in its work. We are fully confident that under your leadership, Mr. President, the Security Council will deal successfully with the challenges it faces. The Chinese delegation is also grateful to Ambassador Traore and the other members of the delegation of Guinea, who did outstanding work in historic and very difficult circumstances. I also thank you, Sir, for presiding over this public meeting. As well, my thanks go to Sir Jeremy Greenstock, Chairman of the Security Council's Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC), for his statement on the Committee's work.”
2003-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4734 (2003) · source
“The humanitarian relief supplies provided by the Chinese Government to Iraqi refugees will be shipped to Jordan in the coming days. China will continue to provide humanitarian assistance within the limits of its capabilities. Opposition to war and the maintenance of peace are the common aspirations of the world's peoples. The Chinese Government has been consistently committed to the maintenance of international peace and security, advocated the settlement of international disputes by political means and opposed the use or threat of force in international affairs. We strongly call on the countries concerned to halt their military action and to return to the proper path of the political settlement of the Iraqi issue.”
2003-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726Resumption1 (2003) · source
“However, to our profound regret, the weapons inspections being carried out by United Nations inspectors were suspended at a time when they had been making steady progress. The Security Council is entrusted with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. We are in favour of and support the continued important role of the Security Council on the question of Iraq. At present, the Council is undertaking intensive consultations on a draft resolution concerning the adjustment of the oil for food programme, on the basis of the proposal put forward by Secretary-General Annan, with a View to mitigating the humanitarian emergencies of the Iraqi people. The Chinese Government has participated in the relevant consultations in a positive and constructive spirit in the hope of achieving a consensus very soon.”
2003-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726Resumption1 (2003) · source
“It has also demanded that the Iraqi Government implement the relevant resolutions of the Security Council in a comprehensive and genuine manner. At the same time, we believe that the international community should respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq. Security Council resolution 1441 (2002), which was adopted unanimously last November, is an important basis for the political settlement of the question of Iraq. It is the universal View of the international community that achieving the goal of peacefully disarming Iraq of its weapons of mass destruction is possible through the strict implementation of that resolution. China, along with other concerned countries, has made tireless efforts to realize that goal.”
2003-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726Resumption1 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): A few days ago, the United States and a few other countries, sidestepping the Security Council, launched military action against Iraq in the face of the opposition of an absolute majority of the international community. Such an action constitutes a violation of the basic principles of the Charter of the United Nations and of international law. War is bound to bring about humanitarian disasters. It has already caused civilian casualties and loss of property in Iraq. War will also have a negative impact on safety, stability and development in the region and beyond. This is a matter of profound concern to us. The Chinese Government has always advocated a political settlement to the problem of Iraq within the United Nations framework.”
2003-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4726Resumption1 (2003) · source
“The Council bears the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. No matter what the circumstances may be, the Council must shoulder its responsibility in earnest so as not to let down the expectations of the vast numbers of Member States and the international community.”
2003-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4721 (2003) · source
“ElBaradei, who have discharged the mandate conferred on them by the Council in an active, rigorous and professional manner. The situation in Iraq is indeed worrisome. We express our utmost regret and disappointment at this situation; war may break out at any moment. We express our utmost concern for the humanitarian situation in Iraq and for peace and security in the region. The Chinese people are a peace-loving people. The Chinese Government has always independently pursued a foreign policy of peace. No matter where in the world, we will do all we can to avert conflict, to avert war, so long as there remains a glimmer of hope of maintaining peace, for winning over peace. Together with Council members and vast numbers of Member States, we are ready and will continue to pay close attention to the Iraqi issue.”
2003-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4721 (2003) · source
“This work programme includes key remaining disarmament tasks, questions to be answered and obligations to be implemented by Iraq in order for these tasks to be accomplished. This programme, if implemented, will surely make the inspections more organized and more targeted and will help enhance the effectiveness of the inspections. In the light of the recent progress made in the inspections, we believe that it is possible to achieve the goal of disarming Iraq through peaceful means. We should not put an end to the road to peaceful disarmament. Here, I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation and thanks to the inspectors for their effective work under arduous conditions. Our appreciation and thanks also go to Mr. Blix and Mr.”
2003-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4721 (2003) · source
“Mr. Wang Yingfan (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I wish to thank Mr. Blix for his statement. I also wish to thank him and the representative of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for the work programme submitted today. The United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC) and the IAEA strived to submit this work programme as early as possible. Today they have done so, ahead of the schedule provided for in resolution 1284 (1999). Yet, due to rapidly developing events, our efforts have fallen behind. The inspections have been suspended and the inspectors are on their way home. In spite of all this, today's meeting still holds special significance. It demonstrates that the Council, all along, has attached great importance to inspections.”
2003-03-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4721 (2003) · source
“China has always opposed the illicit manufacture of and trafficking in small arms, as well as the recruitment and use of mercenaries. We have great sympathy for the people of Africa, and especially for those of West Africa, who have long suffered from the proliferation of both small arms and mercenaries. China supports regional and subregional efforts aimed at resolving these issues. We also support strengthening cooperation between the United Nations and the countries of the region. We are ready to work with the international community to reach an early and appropriate solution to the question of small arms and mercenaries in West Africa.”
2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720Resumption1 (2003) · source
“The Security Council should continue to strengthen its cooperation with regional and subregional organizations; actively promote the West African peace process; implement disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes in areas of conflict; and strengthen its monitoring of the enforcement of arms embargoes. From a long-term perspective, the international community - while remaining committed to assisting West African countries to eliminate tension and conflict - should actively help the countries of the region to develop their economies, pull themselves out of poverty and achieve sustainable development. That is the only approach capable of resolving the issue of small arms and mercenaries in West Africa at the root level and of restoring and safeguarding peace and security in the subregion.”
2003-03-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4720Resumption1 (2003) · source