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Wu Haitao

lines on the record: 1,397
first: 2016-04-18
most recent: 2020-03-04
sittings or episodes: 266
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“They should work together with the United Nations Verification Mission in its mediation efforts to promote the peace process in Columbia so as to achieve greater and more concrete and meaningful progress. China stands ready to work with other Council members in supporting the efforts of the Columbian Government, dialogue among the parties, the work of the Verification Mission and the peace process in Colombia so as to contribute positively towards achieving comprehensive peace, stability and development in the country.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“The peace agreement reflects the aspiration of the parties in Colombia for peace, development and prosperity and represents the broadest consensus in the country. There has been great progress in the peace process to date but much remains to be done in order to fully implement the peace agreement. The security situation in some areas is still fragile and the safety of former combatants and social leaders is still threatened. Given all these challenges, we hope that the Government of Colombia and all the parties concerned will cherish the hard-won peace process, shoulder their respective responsibilities and obligations and take the fundamental interests of the country into account by pursuing dialogue with the necessary patience to resolve differences.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“Special Representative Ruiz Massieu and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, under his leadership, have made important contributions to the peace process in Colombia as they pursue their efforts to assist former FARC-EP combatants with their social, political and economic reintegration, as well as to take measures to guarantee their safety and safeguard the rights and interests of the people of Colombia, especially those of women, children and minority groups. China expresses its appreciation for all those efforts and hopes that the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia, while respecting its sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, will continue to play a greater role in maintaining peace and stability in the country.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“In the three years since the signing of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, thanks to the efforts of the Colombian Government and all parties involved, the reintegration of former Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejército del Pueblo (FARC-EP) combatants, institution-building and reforms in various areas, as well as the judicial mechanism, have been strengthened and the peace and reconciliation process has continued to move forward. In October last year, elections were held at the local and departmental levels for the first time since the signing of the peace agreement, which was an indication of continued progress in the Colombian political process. A new chapter is being written for peace, reconciliation and hope through the efforts of the Colombian people.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China offers its deepest condolences to Oman for the untimely passing of Sultan Qaboos. China condemns the recent terrorist attacks in the Niger. We thank the Council presidency for the two minutes of silence observed in the wake of the terrorist attack in the Niger and on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the Haitian earthquake. China welcomes the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Colombia, Ms. Claudia Blum de Barberi, to today’s meeting of the Security Council and wishes to thank Special Representative Ruiz Massieu for his briefing.”
2020-01-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8702 (2020) · source
“Moreover, efforts such as offering scholarships for study in China and establishing educational and training centres are under way to provide educational opportunities and vocational training to a vast number of African youth. China supports greater coordination across all United Nations agencies with a view to working in synergy. The country teams, the United Nations Development Programme and other entities should put forward their respective strengths and increase coordination and cooperation with the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel in order to jointly play a constructive part in regional peace and stability. China will continue to support the active work of Special Representative Chambas and his Office.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, it is essential to accelerate development so as to eliminate extreme poverty and underdevelopment, which are the root causes of insecurity and instability. That entails continuing to fully back regional efforts towards economic and social development and assisting countries in the region to build up their governance capacity with more sufficient resources and means. It is also important to invest more in Africa, enhance trade and make an all-out effort to eliminate poverty, with a particular focus on creating educational and employment opportunities for youth. China is actively engaged in assisting countries in the region develop their infrastructure in order to increase connectivity.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“This requires us to assist the countries of the region in beefing up their counter-terrorism and deradicalization capacities, as well as in tackling more prominent issues such as the movement of foreign terrorist fighters, the investigation of terrorist financing and the collusion between terrorist organizations and organized-crime networks. China has set up the China-Africa Peace and Security Fund to support Chinese-African cooperation in peace and security, peacekeeping and the maintenance of stability. The first consignment of aid materials, worth ¥200 million, has arrived in Africa to support the development of the African Standby Force and Africa’s capacity for immediate crisis response. In addition, we have provided ¥300 million in aid to counter-terrorism operations in the Sahel and the development of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“The Economic Community of West African States, the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel (G-5 Sahel), the Multinational Joint Task Force for combating Boko Haram, the Lake Chad Basin Commission and the Mano River Union, among others, have all undertaken robust endeavours to tackle regional challenges and made important contributions to international and regional peace and security. The international community must support the United Nations in securing the necessary financial support for relevant regional efforts. Since its inception, the China-United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund has provided financial support to a growing number of peace and security programmes in Africa. Secondly, we must intensify efforts to more aggressively counter terrorist threats.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“Such security risks have given rise to a grave humanitarian situation. The international community needs to increase its support and assistance for countries in the region. I wish to share the following thoughts. First, we must step up cooperation in a joint response to conflicts and challenges. As we speak, certain regions and countries in Africa remain in the grip of unrelenting wars, conflicts and clashes. China supports African countries in finding African solutions to African problems and supports regional and subregional organizations in their good offices.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes Estonia, the Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tunisia and Viet Nam to the Security Council as its new elected members. We appreciate the work of the United States as President of the Council in December and congratulate Viet Nam on assuming the presidency of the Council this month. China will actively support its efforts. China also thanks Special Representative Chambas for his briefing. At present, the region of West Africa and the Sahel is enjoying overall political stability, sustained economic growth and notable successes in self-empowerment through unity. At the same time, some countries are still being confronted with severe security threats, including violent extremist and terrorist activities, transnational organized crime and intercommunal conflicts.”
2020-01-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8698 (2020) · source
“The international community should work together to bring all terrorists to justice. Members of the Security Council have held many discussions on the extension of the mandate of cross- border humanitarian mechanisms in Syria. On the whole, China has reservations about the cross-border humanitarian assistance mechanism. We believe that this mechanism is a special relief method under specific circumstances and should be evaluated and adjusted in line with developments on the ground. The Syrian Government bears the primary responsibility for improving the humanitarian situation in Syria. Any humanitarian relief operation in the country should fully respect Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity and heed the views of and strengthen coordination with the Syrian Government.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“Thirdly, efforts must continue to unify standards and combat all forms of terrorism in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and international law. Eliminating terrorist forces is a necessary security guarantee for the Syrian people to resume a peaceful, orderly life. At present, terrorist forces still occupy a large part of Idlib, threatening the safety of civilians, destroying infrastructure and worsening the humanitarian situation. We hope that at the next meeting the Secretariat will provide detailed information and analyses in that regard. The issue of foreign terrorist fighters is a common challenge to peace and security in the Middle East and the world over. The Secretariat should remain seized of the issue and gather information.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“Secondly, it is necessary to redouble humanitarian relief efforts, lift the economic sanctions against Syria, promote the return of refugees and displaced persons to their homes and support the Syrian Government in its post-war reconstruction efforts to fundamentally improve the living conditions of the Syrian people. Efforts must be made to improve Syria's economic situation, assist with the safe and voluntary return of Syrian refugees and support the Syrian Government in repairing and rebuilding housing, people's livelihoods and medical and educational facilities. China has provided food, medicine, public transportation and human-resource training to Syria and stands ready to continue to play an active role in Syria's economic and social reconstruction.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“First, it is essential to effectively respect and safeguard Syria's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity. A political settlement is the fundamental means of improving the humanitarian situation in Syria. China welcomes the progress made in the work of Syria's Constitutional Committee and supports the United Nations, particularly Special Envoy Pedersen, in its continuous mediation efforts, in line with the principle of a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned process, with a view to promoting a political solution that takes into account the concerns of all parties. It is essential to maintain the independence of the Constitutional Committee without external interference.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Assistant Secretary-General Mueller for her briefing. We also welcome the presence of the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kuwait. At present, many people are still in need of humanitarian assistance in Syria. China commends the fact that the United Nations and various humanitarian agencies have made unremitting efforts to effectively improve the living conditions of the Syrian people. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Syria is closely related to the political, security and counter- terrorism backdrop. To resolve the humanitarian issue, we must adopt a holistic approach with comprehensive measures. In that regard, I would like to make the following observations.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8694 (2019) · source
“We also hope that the Secretariat conducts the strategic review of the MONUSCO mandate on the basis of respect for the views of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Government so as to ensure the gradual and orderly transfer of security responsibilities from the Mission to the security forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. China stands ready to work with the international community to continue to contribute to the early realization of peace, stability and development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“Since its establishment nearly 20 years ago, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) has played an important role in maintaining peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the current complex situation, the Mission must continue to fulfil its mandate. China welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2502 (2019), renewing the MONUSCO mandate, and appreciates the flexibility of Council members during the negotiating process, which contributed to reaching consensus on the text and demonstrated the unity of the Security Council. China hopes that MONUSCO, in delivering its mandate, will continue to enhance communication, coordination and cooperation with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (Spoke in Chinese): At present, the overall situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains stable. In the year since he took office, President Tshilombo Tshisekedi has made great efforts to strengthen his Government's capacity in governance and security and to promote economic and social development, with positive results. This fully demonstrates the will and ability of the Government and the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to independently solve the problems facing the country. At the same time, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is still facing many challenges in achieving lasting peace, particularly in View of the severe problem of armed groups in the eastern part of the country. As such, it is necessary for the international community to maintain is support.”
2019-12-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8692 (2019) · source
“China supports the establishment of an independent and fully sovereign State of Palestine, based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. We stand ready to continue to uphold justice and fairness and play our part as a steadfast builder of peace in the Middle East, a facilitator of stability and a contributor to the region's development.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“The international community should scale up its input, place a greater focus on economic reconstruction and prioritize livelihood-related projects so as to make a real difference in the lives of the Palestinian people. China supports the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) as it continues to play its important role. The adoption by an overwhelming majority of General Assembly resolution 74/85, on the extension of UNRWA's mandate, also speaks to the international community's support for and recognition of UNRWA's work. China calls on the parties concerned to fully implement the relevant resolutions and immediately and completely lift the blockade on Gaza.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“They must also cease and desist all acts of violence against civilians, with a view to enabling an effective easing of tensions, rebuilding and accumulating mutual trust and creating favourable conditions for the restart of the Palestinian-Israeli peace talks. China supports all efforts of the international community that are conducive to peace between Palestine and Israel, and we appreciate the good offices of Special Coordinator Mladenov and Egypt, among other parties. We firmly oppose any irresponsible remarks made by any country. Thirdly, we need to follow the Palestinian economic and humanitarian situation closely and work to improve it by adhering to a holistic approach that promotes peace through development. At present, the economic and humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, including Gaza, remains grim.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“Secondly, we must promote a rapprochement between Palestine and Israel and encourage the relaunch ofpeace talks as soon as possible. Historical grievances lie at the root of the intricate and complex Palestinian- Israeli question. Fighting violence with violence will get us nowhere; it is only with the gradual building of mutual political trust, for the benefit ofcommon security, can there be a steady and solid long-term solution. The parties concerned should proceed from the overall interest of providing safety for local communities and peace and stability in the region, exercise calm and restraint in seeking rapprochement, cease military actions and refrain from inflammatory remarks.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“The parties must remain committed to the overarching goal of the two-State solution and pursue dialogue on an equal footing and political negotiation on the basis of the relevant Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, the principle of land for peace and the Arab Peace Initiative, as well as other international consensus and norms so as to resolve the differences between the Israeli and Palestinian sides and find a mutally acceptable solution. Resolution 2334 (2016) clearly stipulates that the establishment of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, including East Jerusalem, constitutes a violation of international law. The parties concerned should immediately cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory and refrain from demolishing Palestinian homes and destroying Palestinian property.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“Acts of violence and inflammatory rhetoric by the parties concerned are escalating, and the Middle East peace process has stalled. China finds all the foregoing deeply concerning. We call on all parties to earnestly and effectively implement resolution 2334 (2016), stay on track towards a political solution, adhere to the fundamental principles of fairness and justice, and give full play to the key role of the United Nations so as to form a synergy between regional and international efforts aimed at pushing for a comprehensive, just and lasting settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli question at an early date. First, we must adhere to the two-State solution as the basis for the ultimate goal of establishing an independent Palestinian State. Foreign occupation is the underlying cause of the decades-long Palestinian- Israeli issue.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the most recent written report submitted by Secretary-General Guterres on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016) (S/2019/938). We thank Special Coordinator Mladenov for his briefing. We also listened carefully to Ms. Raemer's remarks. In December 2016, the Security Council adopted resolution 2334 (2016) on the question of Palestine, reflecting the common expectations and aspirations of the international community and in response to a call for justice from Palestine and Arab States. Regrettably, however, three years later, the situation in the occupied Palestinian territory has witnessed no improvement; in fact, it has deteriorated even further. Settlement activities continue to advance and expand significantly as we speak. More Palestinian homes are being demolished.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8690 (2019) · source
“China highly commends the United Nations Mission in South Sudan for its important contribution to maintaining peace and stability in South Sudan and supports the Mission in its assistance to the South Sudanese parties in implementing the Revitalized Agreement and advancing the peace process. China has been a consistent supporter of the peace process in South Sudan. To help the country implement the Revitalized Agreement, we are sending a batch of food and material assistance to South Sudan and working actively to ensure that it is delivered. We are ready to work with the international community to continue to play a constructive role in achieving peace, stability and development in South Sudan.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“They should support their mediation efforts, focusing on helping the Government of South Sudan and the opposition consolidate mutual trust and confidence and maintain a dialogue in order to reach consensus as soon as possible on such core issues as security arrangements and the number and boundaries of states. Thirdly, humanitarian and economic assistance to South Sudan should continue. The international community should help it address issues such as food security and the return and resettlement of displaced persons, as well as increasing investment in agriculture, energy, infrastructure, education, health care and other fields in order to improve the capacity of the South Sudanese people to rebuild their homes and resume development.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“The parties in South Sudan bear the primary responsibility for implementing the Revitalized Agreement. The international community should enhance communication with all parties, particularly the Government, listen carefully to their opinions and proposals and provide the necessary funding and material and technical support on the political and security fronts, based on the country's needs. Secondly, support to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) should continue so that it can play its role as the main mediation channel. The United Nations and the Security Council should enhance coordination with the African Union, IGAD, other regional and subregional organizations and the countries of the region, including the Sudan.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Meanwhile, the country still faces challenges in achieving peace and stability amid a dire humanitarian situation and a further extension of the deadline for the formation of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity. The top priority now is to continue to assist the country in maintaining the hard-earned momentum towards peace. The implementation of the Revitalized Agreement is key to a political resolution of the issue of South Sudan. The assistance of the international community, and the Security Council in particular, should focus on facilitating the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement by all parties through greater efforts in the following three areas. First, the leadership of the Government of South Sudan should be fully respected.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (Spoke in Chinese): China thanks Mr. David Shearer, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for South Sudan, and Ambassador Wronecka for their briefings. I would also like to thank Ambassador Wronecka for her work as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan. Since the signing of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan in September 2018, South Sudan has seen a drastic reduction in conflict, the ceasefire has been maintained in most parts of the country and the security situation has continued to improve. China welcomes those developments.”
2019-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8689 (2019) · source
“We will continue our active participation in the reconstruction of Iraq's energy infrastructure and other sectors, and will assist in Iraq's economic and social development to the best of our abilities in order to help it achieve stability and development.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“In strict accordance with its mandate, UNAMI should support the Iraqi Government in its efforts to promote stability and development and respect Iraq's leadership in handling its internal affairs. The international community should fulfil its commitments effectively, continue to provide support and aid to Iraq and assist it in finding a development pathway suited to its national conditions. China firmly supports Iraq in its efforts to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as its nationally owned endeavour to handle its internal affairs and challenges, and opposes any external interference in its internal affairs. China is ready to work with the international community in support of Iraq's efforts to maintain peace and stability and combat terrorism.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“The United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/ Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant should engage in close consultations with the Government and carry out its work in accordance with its mandate. Thirdly, we should actively promote Iraq's economic recovery and expedite its reconstruction. The Iraqi Government has adopted an integrated approach in order to actively attract foreign investment, improve the business environment and promote youth employment - examples of some of the many goals it has set in response to public demands concerning development and people's livelihoods - and these efforts deserve international recognition.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Iraq has made huge sacrifices in the international fight against terrorism, which nonetheless remains a threat to its security and stability. Considering Iraq's national situation and the progress ofits national reconstruction, steady efforts should be made to resolve the issue of internally displaced persons in Iraq and to provide it with robust support in addressing the issue of foreign terrorist fighters and their families. The international community should fully respect Iraq's sovereignty and jurisdiction and support it in bringing terrorists to justice in accordance with its relevant domestic laws.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“In the current circumstances it is more important than ever for the international community to maintain its support for Iraq's efforts to achieve inclusive reconciliation and harmonious coexistence and support all the parties in Iraq in engaging in peaceful and meaningful dialogue, with the fundamental interests and needs of the Iraqi people in mind. China welcomes the improved relations between the central Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government, and looks forward to seeing them reach an agreement on oil- revenue distribution and security arrangements as soon as possible. We welcome the constructive role of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) in that regard. Secondly, we should continue to support Iraq in consolidating the results of its counter-terrorism efforts and safeguarding national security.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“At the same time, Iraq is still at a critical stage in consolidating the outcomes of its counter-terrorism efforts, achieving peace and stability and advancing national reconstruction. All parties should fully respect Iraq's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity and continue to support its efforts. First, we should firmly support the inclusive political dialogue and national reconciliation process in Iraq. In recent years, with the support of the international community, Iraq has worked hard to ensure national security and stability, establish the Kurdistan Regional Government, promote communication and dialogue and steadily advance national reconciliation and reconstruction.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“We believe that Iraq has the ability and wisdom to find an appropriate solution to the current crisis and defuse the situation as soon as possible. During its visit to the country in June, the Security Council reiterated its firm support for Iraq's efforts to achieve economic recovery, peace and stability, national reconciliation and reconstruction. The Council should continue to demonstrate support for Iraq in a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation on an equal footing, with a view to benefiting all concerned and achieving a win-win outcome. Iraq has been developing friendly relations with neighbouring countries and working to reduce regional tensions, and China appreciates those efforts.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China would like to congratulate the United States on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council this month and to assure it of our support. We also congratulate the United Kingdom on its successful presidency in November and appreciate all of the work it accomplished. We thank Special Representative Hennis-Plasschaert and Mr. Robert Mardini, Permanent Observer of the International Committee of the Red Cross, for their briefings. We also listened attentively to the statement by Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda of Erbil. The current situation in Iraq has drawn international attention. Maintaining stability and restoring order there are top priorities. The Iraqi Government has taken a number of measures to respond to the demands of the Iraqi people, with positive results.”
2019-12-03 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8676 (2019) · source
“The international community should continue to strengthen cooperation, adopt unified standards and take effective measures to resolutely crack down on all terrorist organizations listed by the Security Council. All parties, as well as the United Nations, should pay close attention to the issue of foreign terrorist fighters in Iraq and elsewhere. The Secretariat should follow the situation closely and collect information effectively. China stands ready to work with the international community to achieve further progress in international cooperation to combat terrorism.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“As the Secretary-General's report points out, UNITAD's capacity for tackling new challenges will depend on its unique position as an impartial and independent entity, as well as on the continued the support of the Iraqi people. UNITAD should fully respect Iraq's national sovereignty and its jurisdiction over crimes committed on Iraqi territory and should play an active role in strengthening the capacity- building of the Iraqi Government so that it can hold terrorist organizations accountable. Terrorism remains a grave threat to international peace and security, and combating international terrorism is still an arduous task. The activities of terrorist forces, including their attempts to spread extremist ideology, pose major challenges to the social stability and development of Member States.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“China supports close cooperation between UNITAD and the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq in order to provide support to the survivors and victims of terrorist acts. We hope that the Investigative Team will engage in close consultations with the Iraqi Government and the parties concerned, in strict compliance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and its mandate and terms of reference, as set out in the relevant Security Council resolutions. UNITAD should take comprehensive measures to strengthen its capacity for collecting evidence and conducting effective field investigations, and play an active role in the process of holding terrorists accountable and curbing the return and spread of terrorist forces and activities.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“The problem of the large numbers of foreign terrorist fighters in Iraq, along with their families, and especially their resettlement, deserves the international community's urgent attention. China commends the tireless efforts of the Government and the people of Iraq to combat terrorism, and we support their efforts to bring terrorists to justice in accordance with the relevant domestic law. We take note of the third report of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (UNITAD) (S/2019/878) and appreciate the Investigative Team's efforts in spite of all the difficulties it has encountered.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (Spoke in Chinese): China would like to thank Special Adviser Karim Khan and the representative of civil society, Mr. Kachi, for their briefings. Iraq is currently actively committed to economic recovery, peace and stability and national reconstruction and reconciliation, all of which are at a critical stage. China hopes that the Iraqi Government will continue to pursue an inclusive political solution, further promote economic development, improve its people's livelihoods and speed up the reconstruction process, thereby achieving further progress in its efforts to bring lasting peace and security to Iraq. The activities of terrorists in Iraq have caused large numbers of civilian casualties and seriously threatened national, regional and international peace and security.”
2019-11-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8675 (2019) · source
“The provision of humanitarian materials to Syria should not come with any political preconditions. All humanitarian relief actors on the ground in Syria should increase their communication and coordination with the Syrian Government. China would like to reiterate its support for the political process in Syria and is ready to play a constructive role in the early resumption of peace, stability and development in Syria.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“While promoting the political process in Syria, we should also make efforts to improve the country's economic and humanitarian situation. The international community, including the United Nations, should adopt a comprehensive, objective andbalancedperspective when considering and addressing the Syrian humanitarian crisis. Syria is currently faced with economic sanctions, oil shortages, damaged infrastructure and a lack of reconstruction funds, as well as other difficulties that exacerbate the humanitarian crisis and have an acute impact on providing food, clothing, housing and transport for its people. The large number of refugees has put economic and social pressure on neighbouring countries and constitutes a destabilizing factor in the region.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“The current priority is to jointly deal with the risk posed by the movement of terrorists and guard against the return of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham. The Secretariat should keep a close eye on the counter-terrorism situation in Syria, as well as terrorists on the move, and carefully consider the issue of bringing those terrorists to justice by proposing recommendations to that end. Idlib has become a breeding ground for terrorism, posing a threat to millions of civilians. This is a common challenge for the peace and security of Syria, the Middle East and the world at large. The international community, in line with the relevant Council resolutions and international law, should continue to align standards to fight terrorism in all its forms and undertake joint efforts to deal with the issue of foreign terrorist fighters.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“The members of the Constitutional Committee should prioritize the interests of the country and its people and reach consensus as soon as possible. The international community, including the Security Council, should provide support in that regard and do more to help the Syrian parties set their differences aside and create consensus. Rampant terrorism represents a major potential threat to a political solution to the Syrian issue, as it will have a significant negative impact on the political process and the future of the country. This scourge deserves the attention of all parties and should be resolved. The situation in north-eastern Syria remains fragile. The parties involved should avoid any action that might undermine the achievements made thus far in the area of counter-terrorism.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“The establishment of the Constitutional Committee is a good starting point for the Syrian political process. We support the work of Mr. Pedersen, on the basis of existing gains made, to continue promoting the political process according to the principle of a Syrian- led, Syrian-owned process and resolution 2254 (2015), In that regard, there is a need to listen carefully to the legitimate appeals of the Syrian Government, maintain the independence of the work of the Constitutional Committee and fully respect the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of the country. Syria should not be divided or torn apart. We hope that the Syrian parties will use the discussions in the Constitutional Committee to increase mutual understanding and gradually build mutual trust.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Special Envoy Pedersen for his briefing. I also listened carefully to Ms. Al Hallak's remarks. The consensus of the international community is that a political solution is the only way to reach a settlement of the Syrian issue. The Syrian political process has seen major developments in the past month, including the successful holding of the first meeting of the large body of the Constitutional Committee and a 45-member small group. The small group will hold its second and third round of discussions in Geneva very soon. China welcomes such developments and commends Special Envoy Pedersen's good offices and hard work, as well as the constructive participation of all Syrian parties.”
2019-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8674 (2019) · source