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Wu Haitao

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first: 2016-04-18
most recent: 2020-03-04
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“During the 2018 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, China announced that it would provide 6,500 tons of food aid to Somalia. Some of that aid has arrived in Somalia and will benefit disaster-affected women, children and displaced persons. China stands ready to continue to play a constructive role in the achievement of peace, stability and development in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“The protracted conflicts there have dealt a heavy blow to Somalia's economic and social development and given rise to serious humanitarian challenges. The international community should step up its assistance in the fields of education, health, food security and infrastructure, inter alia, with particular attention given to the pertinence and effectiveness of assistance, so as to help Somalia achieve independence and sustainable development and enable its people to enjoy peace dividends as soon as possible. China has always supported Somalia's efforts in pursuit of peace and development, actively participated in the Somali peace process and played a positive role in the political settlement of the Somali issue. China has sent escort vessels to Somali waters and the Gulf of Aden and helped the countries concerned to fight piracy.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“The international community should support the efforts ofAfrican countries to apply African solutions to African problems and also support the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and other regional and subregional organizations, play a leading role in the political settlement of the Somalia issue and facilitate an improvement in the situation in the Horn of Africa. At the same time, the Security Council should send more positive signals on the Somalia sanctions and make timely adjustments to the relevant sanctions in keeping with the developing situation and the requirements of the African Union, IGAD and the Somali Government. Fourthly, efforts must be intensified to address the root causes of conflicts and promote Somalia's economic and social development.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Since its establishment, AMISOM. has been an active force in combating such terrorist organizations as Al-Shabaab and has played an important role in maintaining peace and stability in Somalia. The international community should continue to support the Mission in delivering on its mandate, provide it with stable, predictable and sustainable financial support, assist Somalia in security capacity-building so that the Somali security forces can gradually take over security tasks and effectively assume responsibility for maintaining national security. Thirdly, efforts should be made to deepen cooperation among the United Nations, the African Union and countries of the region on issues relating to Somalia.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“First, to help Somalia improve its governance capacity, the Security Council and the international community should adhere to the principle of Somali leadership and ownership and, on that basis, respect the Somali Government's leadership, help the country advance in its political process, enhance federal institutions and improve relations between the Federal Government and the governments of the federal member states, so as to create favourable conditions for next year's elections to be peaceful and smooth and to further consolidate the momentum of the Somali peace process. Secondly, to strengthen Somalia's security situation, there must be capacity-building and renewed support for the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) in implementing its mandate to improve security in the country. The hard part is tackling the terrorist threat.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“The Somali Federal Government has advanced in earnest the process of State reconstruction and made significant progress in the political, economic and security fields. Its campaign against piracy and armed robbery off the coast has borne fruit. Preparations are under way for the election schedules for late 2020 or early 2021. At the same time, Somalia continues to face multiple challenges in terms of peace and security. The international community should continue to pay close attention to the situation in the country and focus its constructive assistance on the following areas.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks the Special Representative of the Secretary- General, Mr. Swan, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mr. Madeira, Chair of the Somali National Independent Electoral Commission, Ms. Ibrahim, and Executive Director of the Somalia Youth Development Network, Mr. Moallim, for their briefings. Somalia is a strategically important country in the Horn of Africa. Maintaining its peace and stability has a direct bearing on peace and development in the continent. According to the two most recent reports of the Secretary-General (S/2019/884 and S/2019/661), the situation in Somalia is largely stable.”
2019-11-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8671 (2019) · source
“The Committee, together with the Secretariat and the Panel of Experts, should strictly abide by the mandate entrusted to it by the relevant Security Council resolutions and discharge it in an impartial and objective manner. China has always been impartial in supporting the people of Libya in their pursuit of peace and tranquillity, and it has played a constructive role in the promotion of a political solution to the issue of Libya. China is prepared to continue to make positive contributions to ensuring the restoration of peace and stability in the country.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“Sanctions are not an end in themselves but only a means that should always be aimed at promoting a political solution to relevant issues. Given current circumstances, the arms embargo in Libya must be strictly implemented. At the same time, there is a need to avert the negative impact of sanctions in other areas on civilians in Libya and other third countries. They should not harm the overall interests of the country, hamper the daily lives of people or prevent their humanitarian needs from being met. Libya has expressed its concern over the continual depreciation of its frozen assets and related losses. The sanctions Committee should accelerate its efforts to find appropriate ways to respond to Libya's legitimate concerns.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“China supports the good offices of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Salame, whose three-step action plan provides a viable plan to resolve the conflict in Libya. Countries with influence should play an active role and exert such influence to help all parties in Libya address their differences and increase mutual trust. They should also provide constructive help so as to establish a ceasefire and resume the political dialogue. The African Union and the League of Arab States have particular advantages in terms of mediation among the parties to the conflict. We must support them in their efforts and thereby create synergies with the work of the United Nations. Thirdly, there is a need to ensure that the issue of sanctions is handled properly.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“First, it is important to continue to engage in dialogue in order to promote the political process. It has always been China's belief that the issue of Libya must be resolved politically. The international community must respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Libya and adhere to principle of the political process being Libyan-led and Libyan- owned. China calls on all parties to the conflict in Libya to establish a ceasefire as soon as possible, ease tensions and return to the track of peaceful dialogue and consultations, with a view to realizing lasting peace and stability in the country. Secondly, there is a need for increased coordination to create synergies.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary- General Ghassan Salame' for his briefing. We also welcome the participation in this meeting of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Libya, Mr. Mohamed Siala. China listened carefully to the statement made by civil-society representative Ms. Al Tubuly. The conflict in Libya has been going on for more than eight years, leading to great suffering for the people of Libya and its neighbours in the region and threatening international peace and security. The parties in Libya should prioritize the overall interests of the country and its people and seek a peaceful solution to the issue of Libya through political dialogue. China would like to make the following points.”
2019-11-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8667 (2019) · source
“China has noted the efforts of High Representative Inzko to move the political process forward in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We hope that the High Representatives will work in strict accordance with his mandate to play an active role in promoting the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement. We also hope that the multinational stabilization force led by the European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina will continue to strengthen engagement with the parties concerned to help maintain security and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. China stands ready, together with the rest of the international community, to do its part in helping Bosnia and Herzegovina achieve lasting peace, stability and development.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“China has always respected the sovereignty, independence, national unity and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, respected the right of its people to choose the future of the country and supported its various ethnic communities living in harmony while seeking common development. When it comes to the issue of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the international community should be attentive to the views and concerns of all parties and adopt a balanced and prudent approach. While supporting Bosnia and Herzegovina in advance of the reform process, the international community should fully consider the specific characteristics ofthe country and its level of resilience, focus on helping people overcome their problems independently and step up support for the country's economic development.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“We hope that all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina will be able to arrive at a consensus through dialogue and consultations to form a Cabinet as soon as possible, actively consolidate the political process, comprehensively implement the Dayton Peace Agreement and accord further attention to, and support for, economic and social development so that that they can all share the peace and development dividends. Maintaining peace, stability and development in Bosnia and Herzegovina and ensuring harmony among its various ethnic groups is in the common interests of the international community and the countries of the region.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China listened carefully to High Representative Inzko's briefing and the statement by Ms. Korjenie, the representative of civil society. We welcome the Council's unanimous adoption of resolution 2496 (2019), on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bosnia and Herzegovina is an important country in the Balkans. China welcomes its successful holding of general elections in October 2018 and notes that the Council of Ministers has not been formed.”
2019-11-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8658 (2019) · source
“China firmly supports African countries in their efforts to maintain regional peace and stability. China stands ready to work with African countries and the wider international community to bring the work of United Nations on women, peace and security to a new high and make new contributions to peace and development in Africa.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“We must give top priority to those areas and strive to eliminate the root causes of conflict by promoting the comprehensive economic and social development of countries of the region. The Horn of Africa faces issues such as unemployment and refugees and needs help from the international community in meeting its development challenges, strengthening capacity-building and leveraging the role of conflict- affected women in contributing to regional peace and security. The United Nations should make full use of various mechanisms, including its country teams and the United Nations Development Programme, to provide constructive assistance, thereby improving the capacity of African countries to achieve sustainable economic and social development. China and Africa have always been part of a community of shared future.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“They should adopt an integrated approach to providing security guarantees and humanitarian relief and resolutely combat violations of women's rights in conflict situations. The international community should fully respect, trust and support African countries and provide constructive assistance in response to the needs of the countries concerned. The Security Council, the Peacebuilding Commission, UN-Women and other relevant agencies should, in accordance with their respective mandates, maximize their respective advantages and strengthen coordination to jointly promote the important role of women in the field of peace and security. Thirdly, due regard must be given to economic and social development.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“The United Nations and the international community should act on the basis of respect for State sovereignty, actively mediate and facilitate peace talks, help regional countries build mutual trust, resolve hotspot issues politically and provide an enabling environment for the survival and development of women affected by conflicts. China has always supported African countries in seeking African solutions to their problems and supports their efforts to engage women as major players in conflict prevention and mediation, while ensuring their full involvement in decision-making and post-conflict peacebuilding and national development processes. Secondly, there must be respect for the leading role of the countries concerned, which bear the primary responsibility of protecting women in conflict.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Recently, positive progress has been made on the political, economic and security fronts in the Horn of Africa, which have been widely acclaimed by the international community. Challenges nevertheless remain. In particular, the rights and interests of women in peace and development have yet to be effectively guaranteed, which necessitates continued international assistance. In that regard, I would like to underscore the following points. First, there is a need to resolve differences through dialogue and consultation.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): Iwould like to begin by congratulating the United Kingdom on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for November. China is also grateful to South Africa for its practical and efficient work as President of the Council for October. China thanks Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and Ms. Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union (AU) to the United Nations, for their briefings. We welcome the AU-United Nationsjoint solidarity mission to the Horn of Africa and commend the United Nations and AU for attaching importance to the significant role of women in regional peace, security and development. Given the important strategic location of the Horn of Africa, maintaining stability in the region has a bearing on peace and development throughout Africa.”
2019-11-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8657 (2019) · source
“The Council should express grave concern at incidents of that nature and call on the relevant parties to fully respect the privileges and immunities of United Nations personnel and effectively ensure their safety and security, so as to create conditions conducive to enabling UNMIK to implement its mandate within agreed parameters. That will be conducive to upholding the Council's authority and, more importantly, to bringing about a political settlement to the issue of Kosovo.”
2019-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8655 (2019) · source
“China commends Special Representative of the Secretary- General Tanin and the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) for the important role they are playing in bringing about a definitive solution to the issue of Kosovo and firmly supports the Mission in the diligent implementation of its mandate and its important role. China is gravely concerned about the obstruction encountered by UNMIK personnel in the normal course of mandate delivery. Relevant independent investigations have shown that UNMIK personnel have been threatened and the performance of their duties obstructed.”
2019-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8655 (2019) · source
“We hope that Kosovo will demonstrate the necessary political will, rescind its unilateral tariff increases, commit to implementing the Brussels Agreement and make efforts towards resuming the dialogue between the two parties. Achieving inclusion, reconciliation and harmonious coexistence across all ethnicities in Kosovo is in the fundamental interests of peoples from all communities and of meeting their development needs. China hopes that all parties concerned will refrain from any rhetoric or actions that could complicate or escalate the situation and that they will create conditions for the proper settlement ofthe Kosovo issue, so as tojointly safeguard peace, stability and development in the Balkans. It is important at this juncture for the Security Council to remain seized of the Kosovo issue.”
2019-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8655 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Mr. Zahir Tanin for his briefing. I also welcome Mr. Dacie, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Serbia. and thank him for his statement. I also listened carefully to the statement of Ms. Citaku. Resolution 1244 (1999) sets an important legal basis for the settlement of the Kosovo issue. China has always maintained that the way to resolve the Kosovo issue is for the parties concerned to reach a mutually acceptable solution through dialogue and consultation in accordance with the relevant Council resolutions. China respects Serbia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We understand its legitimate concerns with regard to the Kosovo issue and commend its efforts to find a political solution to it.”
2019-10-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8655 (2019) · source
“The Government of Burundi has stated on many occasions that Burundi no longer poses a threat to regional peace and security, and therefore should not stay on the Council's agenda. The Council should heed the country's views and make necessary adjustments in a timely manner and based on the latest developments, so that it can concentrate its energy on emergency situations that endanger international peace and security. China has been actively supporting Burundi's political process and national reconstruction. Within the limits of our ability, we have provided assistance in many fields, such as agriculture, education and the building of infrastructure. We stand ready to continue contributing to peace, stability and sustainable development in Burundi.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8652 (2019) · source
“We hope that the international community and international partners will honour their commitments in a timely fashion by helping the refugees return to their homes and assisting the country as it relaunches its socioeconomic development, in line with the development plan drafted by the Burundian Government. The relevant international organizations and agencies should resume their economic cooperation with, and development assistance to, Burundi as soon as possible. China appreciates and supports the ongoing constructive assistance the Peacebuilding Commission and the country team are providing to Burundi. Thirdly, the current situation in Burundi should be viewed objectively and fairly.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8652 (2019) · source
“First, we must respect the leadership of the people and the Government of Burundi on the issue of elections. Since the end of last year, in preparation for the 2020 elections, the Burundian Government has been actively engaged with the various parties in the country to establish the National Independent Electoral Commission and develop the electoral road map, and it has repeatedly promised to raise funds independently. These steps fully demonstrate the ability and determination of the Government and the people of Burundi to solve problems on their own. As elections fall within the realm of the internal affairs of a country, the international community should fully respect the choice of the Government and the people of Burundi. Secondly, we must continue to increase humanitarian and socioeconomic assistance to the country.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8652 (2019) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Burundi (S/2019/837) published on 24 October shows that 8,000 Burundian refugees have voluntarily returned to the country since 15 June. The overall security situation in Burundi has continued to improve. The Government and the people apparently have made achievements in pursuing peace and seeking development. China welcomes those developments. The peace, stability and development of Burundi depends on the support and assistance of the international community. The Council and the international community should play a constructive role in helping Burundi achieve lasting peace and stability. In View of the current situation, China would like to emphasize the following three points.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8652 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Mr. Michel Kafando, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Burundi, and Ambassador Lauber, Chair of the Burundi configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, for their briefings. The current situation in Burundi is generally stable. The preparations for the country's 2020 elections have been steadily advancing. The National Independent Electoral Commission published the electoral calendar in June, while in July it updated its list ofrepresentatives of civil society organizations that are involved in the electoral preparations. Progress has been made in terms of the return of Burundian refugees.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8652 (2019) · source
“China appreciates the efforts of Mr. Kohler, the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Western Sahara, in using his good offices on the issue, and hopes that a new Personal Envoy will be appointed without delay so that the round-table meetings can resume as soon as possible in order to advance the political process on the issue. China will maintain its objective and impartial position and support the work of the United Nations in promoting a political solution to the Western Sahara issue. We encourage the parties to seek ajust and lasting solution acceptable to all through negotiations based on the relevant Council resolutions.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8651 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) has diligently implemented its mandate from the Security Council in contributing to the efforts to find a political solution to the issue of Western Sahara and maintain overall stability in the region. China commends the efforts ofMINURSO's peacekeepers and supports the renewal of its mandate. Resolution 2494 (2019), which the Council has just adopted, renews the MINURSO mandate for 12 months. It demonstrates the Council's determination to uphold the Mission's mandate and promote a political settlement of the question of Western Sahara. China hopes that in future the consultations in the Council on draft resolutions renewing MINURSO's mandate will be more adequate to arriving at a more balanced text and reaching consensus.”
2019-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8651 (2019) · source
“The Haitian Government should strengthen its coordination with BINUH and work with it to ensure that the Office starts off on the right foot. The road to stability and development in Haiti will be long and hard. We hope that the Haitian Government will place the interests of the Haitian people first, step up capacity- building, chart a course towards greater self-reliance and effectively assume responsibility for maintaining national security and stability and promoting economic and social development.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“The international community, especially countries with significant influence on Haiti, should step up attention to the political, economic and humanitarian situations in Haiti and help it maintain stability, boost economic growth, improve people's livelihoods and implement the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) will officially become operational tomorrow. It will continue to provide support and assistance to Haiti together with the United Nations country team. China supports the Office's work pursuant to resolution 2476 (2019) and supports its role in assisting the Haitian Government in promoting political stability, enhancing the rule of law and building a stronger police sector.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“It pains us to see that despite the outstanding support that the United Nations has given Haiti in maintaining peace and promoting development, the country's political crisis recently escalated yet again. In his report (S/2019/805), the Secretary-General notes the near-paralysis of Haitian State institutions, the demonstrations and protests that are ongoing in multiple locations and the troubling security situation. The country's deteriorating economy has posed enormous challenges to people's livelihoods and has exacerbated the humanitarian situation. China calls on the Haitian authorities to commit to resolving differences properly through consultation, strengthening the rule of law and its own development capacities and settling the current political crisis as soon as possible.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes Mr. Meza-Cuadra, Peru's new Minister for Foreign Affairs, to today's meeting. We also listened carefully to the briefing by Under-Secretary- General Lacroix. The mandate of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti expires today, marking the end of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Haiti. For the past 15 years United Nations peacekeepers have diligently delivered on their mandates and made important contributions to Haiti's peace and stability at great sacrifice. Eight Chinese peacekeepers have died in the line of duty in Haiti, making the ultimate sacrifice for peace in that country.”
2019-10-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8641 (2019) · source
“Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia have significantly contributed to promoting the peace process in the country, which China commends. We hope that the Mission will work on the basis of respect for Columbia's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, further enhance communication among all the parties in the country to create synergies and push for more results from the peace process in Colombia. China stands ready to work with other Council members and contribute to promoting the peace process and achieving comprehensive peace, stability and development in Columbia as soon as possible.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“In his report (S/2019/780), the Secretary-General indicates that the security situation in certain parts of the country remains precarious, with former combatants and social leaders exposed to security threats. The full implementation of the peace agreement is a long-term, systematic project, involving many political, security, development and social integration aspects. It faces complex challenges. We hope that the Colombian Government and the parties concerned will resolutely stay the course, cherish the hard-won peace process, prioritize the full implementation of the peace agreement, conduct inclusive political dialogue, speed up socioeconomic reconstruction, enhance mutual trust through dialogue and promote peace through development.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the participation of Foreign Minister Trujillo Garcia and thanks Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu for his briefing. The peace process in Colombia is key to achieving comprehensive peace and stability in the country. It also affects regional security and development. The Colombian Government is committed to promoting the peace process and has made enormous efforts in many areas, such as strengthening national institutions, advancing comprehensive reforms and reintegrating former combatants. China commends the significant progress that has been made. The full implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace is also facing multiple challenges.”
2019-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8639 (2019) · source
“We call on the international community to step up humanitarian assistance, fulfil its aid commitments and mitigate funding shortfalls.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Thirdly, owing to intercommunal conflicts, violence by armed groups and epidemics, the humanitarian situation in parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has deteriorated, with approximately 11 million people facing food crises and 4.5 million children malnourished. China has also continued to follow the development of the Ebola epidemic closely. Since its outbreak in 2018, we have provided $1 million in cash assistance to the Congolese Government and $2 million in funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) through the United Nations Fund for South- South Cooperation. China will also provide emergency humanitarian assistance to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other countries in the near future and cooperate with the WHO and the African Union to control the epidemic and prevent it from spreading further.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Secondly, China believes that regional cooperation is key to responding to foreign armed groups and stopping the illegal flow of weapons. MONUSCO can strengthen information-sharing and strategic coordination with the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region, support the signatories to the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region in fulfilling their respective commitments, and strengthen regional cooperation and tackle the root causes of conflict in a bid to promote lasting peace and sustainable development in the region.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“The report of the Secretary-General (S/209/776) indicates that MONUSCO still has a key role to play in responding to the security and humanitarian challenges facing the country and that it should cooperate more effectively with the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in tackling armed groups. In accordance with resolution 2463 (2019), the Secretary-General must submit to the Council a strategic review report on the recent reform and drawdown of MONUSCO. It is hoped that the Secretariat will continue to strengthen its communication and consultation with the Congolese Government and troop-contributing countries so as to make recommendations on the future direction of MONUSCO on a basis of full respect for the wishes of the country concerned and in keeping with developments on the ground.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“In defiance of fears of the Ebola epidemic and security threats, the Secretary-General ventured deep into the Ebola area in the eastern part of the country, where he met with medical staff working to combat the epidemic and with recuperating patients, and to inspect camps of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), in a strong demonstration of United Nations support in the fight against the Ebola epidemic and the security problems in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today I would like to focus on three issues, the first being MONUSCO, which has long played an important part in promoting peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“He also attended the Southern African Development Community summit in an effort to resolve the issue of armed groups in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo by strengthening regional cooperation. Those positive trends show that the Congolese Government has both the ability and the will to safeguard national security and stability and achieve sustainable economic and social development. The international community can further assist the Democratic Republic of Congo in various areas of domestic and foreign affairs, in accordance with the priorities of the new Government programme. China welcomed the Secretary-General's successful visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo on 30 August and 1 September.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Special Representative Zerrougui for her briefing. The very fact that a coalition Government has been formed in the Democratic Republic of Congo shows that the country has achieved a smooth transfer of power since the December 2018 elections. The new Government has outlined a programme of work, already approved by Parliament, that focuses on political defence, security, economic and financial reconstruction and the social and cultural sectors. President Tshisekedi is pursuing an active and packed diplomatic agenda. He has met with the Presidents of Angola, Rwanda and Uganda.”
2019-10-09 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8638 (2019) · source
“Given the complex environment in which MINUSMA is deployed, we hope that the Mission will continue to take measures to strengthen the safety and security of its peacekeepers and ensure their effective performance of their duties. China supports the important role played by the Mission and Special Representative Annadif in assisting the peace process in Mali and strengthening the country's security capacity-building. China is a major troop-contributing country to MINUSMA. More than 420 of our peacekeepers are currently carrying out their duties in the Mission. China will continue to work with the rest of the international community to contribute to achieving peace, stability and development in Mali.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“We welcome the progress made in establishing a northern economic development zone and hope that all the parties concerned will continue to advance those efforts and help the local people share the peace dividends as soon as possible. Fourthly, we should support the work of MINUSMA. In June the council adopted resolution 2480 (2019), extending the mandate of MINUSMA for one year, enhancing its mandated tasks in central Mali and expanding its support for the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. We hope that MINUSMA will plan sensibly, use its existing resources effectively and fully cooperate with all parties in performing all of its functions.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source
“Through the African Union, China has provided financial support amounting to Â¥300 million to the G-5 Sahel Joint Force. Thirdly, we should support Mali in achieving economic and social development. Development is the foundation for peace. The international community should continue to help Mali consolidate its economic foundation, strive for independent and sustainable development, and promote development through cooperation and peace through development. China calls on all the relevant parties to follow through on their aid commitment and help the Malian Government increase investment in development in the country's northern and central areas.”
2019-10-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8636 (2019) · source