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Wu Haitao

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first: 2016-04-18
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“We will also provide support to the Palestinian people through bilateral channels, including assistance projects for the Palestinian refugees in the countries of the region.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“China once again expresses its concern about the withholding of the tax revenue collected on behalf of Palestine and calls upon the parties concerned to honour their obligations under the relevant international treaties, including the Protocol on Economic Relations between the Government of the State of Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization, fully implement the relevant Council resolutions and swiftly and completely lift the Gaza blockade. The international community should continue to enhance its support of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, with a view to improving the humanitarian conditions of Palestinian refugees. China has already announced that it will increase its annual contribution to the Agency to $1 million this year.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“The Arab Peace Initiative, the principle of land for peace and the relevant Council resolutions offer fundamental parameters for resolving the conflict and should underpin the international community's efforts to promote a prompt resumption of negotiations between the two parties with a view to establishing, ultimately, a fully sovereign Palestinian State, based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Any new initiative should respect these basic international guidelines, and all countries that have major influence in the Middle East region should play a constructive role in bringing about the necessary conditions for the resumption of talks. Thirdly, close attention must be paid to improving the economic and humanitarian situation in Palestine.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“All legal actions and unilateral initiatives aimed at legalizing settlements must end immediately, and concrete steps must be taken to eliminate their practical effects on the ground so as to avoid weakening the prospect of a two-State solution. Secondly, we must champion multilateralism and uphold fairness and justice by promoting a comprehensive, just and durable solution. The two- State solution is the only viable way to resolve the issues between Palestine and Israel.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“At present, the Middle East peace process is deadlocked, while inflammatory words and actions are escalating. The construction of settlements and the demolition of Palestinian structures continues, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is deepening. China is deeply worried about these trends. I therefore wish to stress the following points. First, resolution 2334 (2016) should be effectively implemented. The recent clash in the village of Sur Baher in Jerusalem has drawn heightened international attention. The relevant parties should immediately halt the demolition of Palestinian houses and the destruction of Palestinian property, cease all settlement activities in the occupied territories and take measures to prevent violence against civilians.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo for her briefing. The current situation in the Middle East is unstable. Uncertainties have visibly increased. As for the hotspot issues in the region, the international community must remain committed to a political solution, promote dialogue and negotiation, undertake a constructive approach to manage the situation and take into account the legitimate rights and interests of the parties concerned. The issue ofPalestine lies at the heart ofthe situation in the Middle East. It is at the root of all issues related to the Middle East region. Upholding the legitimate rights and interests of the Palestinian people is the joint responsibility of the international community.”
2019-07-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8583 (2019) · source
“China stands ready to work with other members of the Security Council to help advance the Colombian peace process and achieve comprehensive peace, stability and development in Colombia as soon as possible.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia have made important contributions to promoting the Colombian peace process and enhancing the country's security, stability and economic and social development. China commends them for their efforts. We hope that the Mission will continue on the basis of respect for the the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Colombia, to strengthen communication with the Colombian parties, increase trust and resolve suspicions, and advance the national peace process with a view towards making further achievements.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“Recent differences in views among the relevant parties in Colombia on such issues as the statutory law of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace have been resolved through legal channels, with the joint efforts of all parties. China welcomes this achievement and hopes that the parties in Colombia will advance the peace process as a top priority, persevere in the comprehensive implementation of the peace agreement, strengthen inclusive political dialogue and accelerate economic and social reconstruction. We hope that the Colombian Government will continue to hold peace talks with the parties concerned and create favourable conditions for the realization of comprehensive peace, stability and development in Colombia as soon as possible.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“In the recent period, the Colombian Government has continued to advance the peace process and make progress, particularly in such aspects as strengthening national institution-building, promoting economic and rural development, developing crop substitutions and facilitating the reintegration of former combatants. China commends these achievements. At the same time, Colombia is still facing challenges in fully implementing the peace agreement. In some regions, the security situation remains fragile. All parties should continue making efforts to enhance mutual trust, provide assistance for the social and economic reintegration of former combatants, take practical measures to guarantee the security of former combatants and their communities, promote development in former-conflict areas and strengthen support for remote areas.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes Foreign Minister Popolizio Bardales as he presides over today's meeting and thanks Foreign Minister Trujillo Garcia for his participation. I also thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ruiz Massieu for his briefing. Wejust heard the briefing on the Security Council's visit to Colombia (see S/PV.8580). China welcomes the positive results of the visit and also wishes to thank the Government of Colombia for its cooperation and hospitality. The Colombian peace process is essential for achieving comprehensive peace and stability in Colombia. It is also of great value for regional peace and security and development.”
2019-07-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8581 (2019) · source
“China believes in the philosophy of mutually beneficial cooperation in international relations and has been seeking to build inclusive and constructive partnerships and to foster friendly cooperation between countries in the political, economic, security and cultural fields, allowing people from all countries to collectively enjoy dignity, the fruits of development, safety and security.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“China supports post-conflict countries in their reconstruction efforts and has been striving to assist developing countries in post-conflict settings by actively supporting their economic, education, health- care, infrastructure and other endeavours. The China- United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund has been actively supporting cooperation projects in a number of countries in such areas as counter-terrorism, peacekeeping, good offices and mediation, refugees and migrants and sustainable development.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Fourthly, with regard to creating synergies between the United Nations system and the international community, the Council, the Peacebuilding Commission, relevant funds, programmes and international financial institutions, inter alia, should carry out their mandated activities and create complementarity by pooling their strengths. United Nations missions and country teams should enhance their collaboration by contributing their respective expertise. International development agencies must fulfil their aid commitments and assist post-conflict countries in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development with a view to achieving sustainable development in these countries and ensuring that the people there can truly benefit from the peace dividend.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In order to assist post- conflict countries in their transition phases, the United Nations and the wider international community should strengthen communication and coordination with regional and subregional organizations and fully leverage the role of the African Union, the League of Arab States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, inter alia, in addressing regional affairs. The United Nations and the international community should engage in partnerships and cooperation with relevant organizations and States from the region in a joint effort to assist local socioeconomic development and address the root causes of conflict.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“When a peacekeeping operation has come to an end, various functions should be handed over as efficiently as possible to a United Nations country team or special political mission. Throughout this process, it is important to ensure that peacekeeping and peacebuilding are coherently linked so that the tasks in the subsequent phase can be implemented smoothly. Thirdly, with regard to strengthening partnerships with regional and subregional organizations, these organizations are uniquely positioned to tackle issues specific to their region.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“The United Nations and other partners should abide by the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and respect the sovereignty and ownership of the countries concerned, provide constructive assistance based on the country's specific requirements and requests, and focus on fostering their capacity-building with a view to achieving self-driven development. Secondly, in ensuring a smooth transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding, the Council is responsible for defining the mandates of peacekeeping operations and special political missions. When drawing up a peacekeeping operation mandate, the Council should plan early to ensure that once the operation has achieved its desired objectives, it is followed up by timely peacebuilding efforts. Some peacekeeping operation mandates already include peacebuilding components.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In the face of new developments and requirements, the United Nations and the international community should strengthen partnerships and mount a collective and active response by providing constructive support and assistance. In that regard, China would like to elaborate on the following points. First, with regard to upholding the principle of national ownership, achieving lasting peace and sustainable development in a post-conflict country ultimately depends on the country itself. Given the differences in national realities and stages of development, countries differ from one another in terms of their priorities and approaches undertaken in such transitions.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China commends Peru for having taken the initiative to convene this meeting and welcomes the presence of His Excellency Mr. Ne'stor Popolizio Bardales, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Peru, as he presides over this meeting in New York. We wish to thank Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for his briefing. We welcome His Excellency Foreign Minister Trujillo Garcia of Colombia and thank him for the briefing he made in his capacity as Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission. We also welcome Mr. Bousquet of the World Bank and Mr. Baldeh of the African Development Bank and thank them for their briefings. A number ofpost-conflict countries and regions are currently undergoing national reconstruction as part of the transition phase towards peacebuilding and long- term development.”
2019-07-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8579 (2019) · source
“In June, the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and the Mongolian Ministry for Foreign Affairs co-hosted a North-East Asia regional workshop on youth, peace and security, which was a useful endeavour in promoting the implementation of the relevant Council resolutions. China sent delegates to the workshop to actively participate therein. Youth are crucial to a nation's prosperity and strength, and they are the future and hope of humankind. We must therefore work together to foster a new type of international relations that features mutual respect, fairness, justice and mutually beneficial cooperation. We must continue to promote the comprehensive development of youth and support the younger generation in making important contributions to world peace and development.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“The United Nations and the international community should support national Governments in developing youth policies in line with national conditions, provide training and employment opportunities for young people, enable them to build their own businesses and constructively engage in politics, and nurture their sense of responsibility for social stability. China supports the ongoing implementation of Council resolutions on youth, and we look forward to a comprehensive and balanced report from the Secretary-General, as called for by the aforementioned resolutions.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“We must take steps to prevent terrorists and extremist ideologues from eroding the minds of young people, cut off terrorist and extremist channels of deception and incitement that target young people, and crack down on the online recruiting, planning and fundraising activities carried out by terrorists and extremists. It is equally important to encourage young people to become a positive peace-loving group. Fourthly, we must foster an environment that enables youth to grow. Extreme poverty and imbalanced development, inter alia, are deep-rooted causes of conflict. The United Nations should assist developing countries in bolstering their sustainable-development capacity in an effort to advance the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and capitalize on the dividends created by young people.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“It is important to fully consider youth-related factors in the political settlement of hotspot issues and ensure the constructive participation of young people in their own countries' peace processes, draw on their strengths, extensively listen to their views and prevent their marginalization. The United Nations and the wider international community should strengthen coordination with the African Union, the League of Arab States, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and other regional and subregional organizations and provide greater support to youth-related projects. Thirdly, we must resolutely counter terror and extremism, as they can harm young people. The international community should act upon the relevant Council resolutions and adopt a unified standard to resolutely combat all forms of terrorism and violent extremism.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“In accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and its own mandate, the Council should work to prevent and resolve conflicts through political means and assist conflict-affected countries in advancing their respective peace processes, in order to create an environment of peace and tranquillity in which young people can live. Pursuant to resolution 2419 (2018), relevant United Nations agencies and the Secretary- General's special envoys and special representatives, including his Envoy on Youth, must engage in closer exchanges on the needs of youth in armed conflict and in post-conflict situations. Secondly, we must prioritize the role of youth in the prevention and resolution of conflict.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“Resolutions 2250 (2015) and 2419 (2018), adopted by the Security Council in recent years, mandate the protection of young people from the harm of armed conflict and support the role of youth in peace and security. The international community should make tangible efforts to implement the relevant resolutions so as to strengthen the protection of young people in conflict zones and foster a favourable environment for the development of youth. In addition, young people in all countries should be encouraged to continue to play an active role and shoulder their due responsibilities in maintaining international peace and stability. China would like to make the following points. First, we must step up political efforts to settle regional hotspot issues.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Peru for convening and presiding over today's meeting. We also thank the Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth for her briefing. China listened attentively to the briefings of youth representatives, Ms. Muganda and Ms. Ramyar. Youth play an important role in promoting socioeconomic development and maintaining world peace and stability. At present, young people in a number of countries and regions are being affected by armed conflict and, as a result, face poverty, unemployment and other difficulties. At the same time, youth around the world are taking decisive action and making efforts to promote global peace and stability.”
2019-07-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8577 (2019) · source
“China supports the parties concerned in their efforts to resolve their relevant differences quickly through dialogue and negotiations on the basis of taking into account and accommodating the legitimate concerns of all regions and ethnic groups in Ukraine so as to reach a final settlement that is acceptable to all parties. The Security Council should play a constructive role and create a favourable external environment for the proper settlement of relevant issues, advancing peace, stability and development in Ukraine, promoting harmony among its various ethnic communities and enhancing peaceful coexistence between Ukraine and other countries in the region.”
2019-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8575 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo and High Commissioner Zannier for their briefings. China has always held an objective and impartial position on the issue of Ukraine. We respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, including Ukraine. China believes that all the parties concerned should fully implement resolution 2202 (2015) and the new Minsk agreements, remain committed to the overall direction of political settlement and actively seek a comprehensive, lasting and balanced solution to the Ukrainian issue. The situation in Ukraine involves both complex historical and contemporary factors.”
2019-07-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8575 (2019) · source
“At present, more than 2,500 Chinese keep peacekeepers are implementing mandates in eight mission areas. China attaches great importance to and is ready to actively participate in triangular cooperation in peacekeeping operations. We support the Security Council in strengthening communication with the TCCs and PCCs and the Secretariat, and in working together to improve the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations. China would like to leverage the China-United Nations Peace and Development Fund and its own advantages in the area of training and strengthened coordination with the Secretariat to focus on building the capacity of developing TCCs. Through concrete actions, China will continue to make its own contributions to enhance the capacity ofUnited Nations peacekeeping operations and honour its commitments towards peace.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“The penholders of the Security Council should strengthen communication with the TCCs and PCCs in the process of drafting relevant draft resolutions on peacekeeping operations, to learn the actual needs and tailor the mandates authorized by the Council's resolutions, with greater attention paid to improving actual results. China is a permanent member of the Security Council, as well as a major TCC and a major financial contributor to peacekeeping operations. China is a firm supporter of and an important participant in the United Nations peacekeeping operations. Currently, we are comprehensively implementing the multiple pledges made by Chinese President Xi Jinping to further support United Nations peacekeeping operations. We have already established a peacekeeping standby force of 8,000 troops and two peacekeeping standby police units.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“The Secretariat and the missions should adopt integrated measures, develop safety and security rules, improve early warning and response capabilities, enhance information collection and sharing, improve security equipment and protection measures, and strengthen medical rescue and life-saving capabilities. Thirdly, building stronger partnerships serves as a buttress. The Security Council meetings with TCCs and PCCs should be better utilized to promote more comprehensive and in-depth discussions. The role of the Council's Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations should be better leveraged to serve as a channel of communication among the Security Council, the Secretariat and the TCCs and PCCs so as to forge synergy and resolve practical problems.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“The formulation of mandates must be tailored to conditions on the ground and correspond to the needs and actual situations of the countries concerned. The mandates of peacekeeping operations should be clear and specific to facilitate political solutions. The priorities and focus of each phase need to be updated continuously according to the dynamics and needs. Secondly, improving the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations is crucial. The Secretariat should optimize the logistical support mechanism to ensure more efficient support and adequate peacekeeping resources. Attention should be paid to strengthening training in order to effectively help the TCCs and PCCs improve their ability to implement their mandates and respond to complex situations. More attention should be paid to the safety and security of peacekeepers.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“In 2018, the Secretary-General proposed the Action for Peacekeeping initiative, while 151 Member States endorsed the Declaration of Shared Commitments on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, making commitments to strengthening consultations between peacekeeping stakeholders on mandates and their implementation and giving new impetus to advancing triangular cooperation. China wishes to make the following comments on strengthening triangular cooperation in peacekeeping operations. First, improving the mandates given by the Security Council is a precondition. The mandates of peacekeeping operations should adhere to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the basic principles guiding peacekeeping operations, while remaining closely aligned with the fundamental goal of a political solution.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish to thank Peru for taking the initiative to convene today's debate. I also thank the three briefers for their briefings. Peacekeeping operations are an effective tool for the United Nations in maintaining international peace and security. The Security Council, troop-contributing countries (TCCs) and police-contributing countries (PCCs), and the Secretariat are three important components involved in peacekeeping operations. Strengthening triangular cooperation among them is crucial to enhancing the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations.”
2019-07-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8570 (2019) · source
“We hope that the parties concerned will take concrete measures to preserve and implement the J CPOA, in the best interests of the international community. China has always favoured political and diplomatic means to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue. We are committed to consolidating the international nuclear non-proliferation regime and safeguarding international and regional peace and stability. China has recently engaged in close coordination and cooperation with the parties and facilitated major new progress in the modernization of the Arak heavy-water reactor. China will continue to work in an objective, impartial and responsible manner. We will work tirelessly, alongside the international community, to uphold and implement resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“We have taken note of the most recent report of the Joint Commission to the Security Council on the status of the Procurement Working Group's decisions and on any implementation issues (see S/2019/488). China will continue its active participation in the Joint Commission and the Procurement Working Group. Recently, the situation in the Middle East has escalated, which is worrisome. China calls on the parties concerned to remain calm and exercise restraint, resolve disputes through dialogue and consultations and refrain from any action that might escalate tensions. Ensuring the full and effective implementation of the JCPOA is not only a requirement in resolution 2231 (2015), but also a realistic and effective way to defuse tensions in the Middle East and resolve the Iranian nuclear issue.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“The Secretariat should fulfil its functions strictly as mandated. In the current circumstances, all parties must address with caution Iran's missile and space-launch issue and accurately interpret the relevant Security Council resolutions to prevent an impact on the larger picture, namely, the implementation of the J CPOA. China has noted that, on many occasions, Iran has indicated that its missile programme is of a conventional and self-defensive nature. We encourage Iran to engage in dialogue on an equal footing with the parties concerned so as to jointly maintain regional peace and stability. China appreciates the efforts of the Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and his team.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“China regrets the United States withdrawal from the JCPOA and its unilateral sanctions on Iran. We call on the parties concerned to properly address the difficulties related to maintaining normal economic and trade ties with Iran. The report of the Secretary-General (S/2019/492) is an integral part in implementing resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA. In his report, the Secretary- General calls on all parties to jointly preserve the JCPOA, safeguard free and lawful trade with Iran, support the procurement channel and maintain regional stability. China views that positively. Given that, China believes that the report should provide an objective, balanced and complete picture of the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) and fully accommodate the legitimate concerns of Iran.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“The parties concerned must bear in mind the overarching and long- term goal, remain committed to resolutely upholding and implementing resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA and fulfilling their responsibilities and obligations. The International Atomic Energy Agency has verified on 15 consecutive occasions Iran's compliance with its nuclear-related commitments and the JCPOA. The coordination between the Council and the procurement channel has been going well. China appreciates Iran's efforts to implement resolution 2231 (2015) and the JCPOA and hopes that Iran will continue to implement it. China hopes that other parties will effectively honour their commitments, respect Iran's legitimate requests and take positive measures to maintain the balance of rights and obligations under the JCPOA.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo, Ambassador Vale de Almeida and Ambassador Pecsteen de Buytswerve of Belgium, in his capacity as Security Council Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015), for their briefings. I commend the parties concerned for their work. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) - a multilateral agreement endorsed by the Security Council - has the effect of international law. It is an important achievement of multilateralism and is of crucial importance for safeguarding the international nuclear non-proliferation regime and maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East. The implementation of the JCPOA is currently at a critical stage.”
2019-06-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8564 (2019) · source
“China supports the United Nations in playing its role as the main channel for good offices and supports Special Envoy Pedersen in pushing the parties in Syria to seek solutions that accommodate the concerns of all parties, in accordance with the principle of a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned process and resolution 2254 (2015). We hope that the parties in Syria will narrow their differences and move forward the political process through dialogue and negotiations.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8561 (2019) · source
“Communication and coordination with the Syrian Government should be strengthened. In areas where the security situation is relatively stable, the international community should support the Syrian Government in demining, rebuilding infrastructure, restoring health care, education and social services, launching industrial projects, promoting development and improving people's livelihoods so that an increasing number of Syrians can emerge from the shadow of war and gradually return to a stable and orderly life. China is concerned about the negative impact of economic sanctions on the lives of the Syrian people. In order to meaningfully alleviate the humanitarian situation in Syria, we must continue to advance the political process.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8561 (2019) · source
“China is concerned about humanitarian problems in other parts of Syria and IDP camps. We are in favour of solutions tailored to the situation on the ground. We note that approximately 1,000 displaced persons in the Al-Hol camp have returned to their homes. We support the proper resettlement of those people who are currently living in the camps. The international community should enhance dialogue and communication on the issue of Rukban camp and coordinate action to help more Syrians to return to their homes and end their displacement as soon as possible. Humanitarian operations in Syria should fully respect Syria's sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, and strictly follow the relevant Security Council resolutions, the principles governing United Nations humanitarian relief and provisions of international law.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8561 (2019) · source
“We hope that our discussions will help Council members broaden communication and deepen their understanding of all aspects of the situation on the ground. China supports the efforts of Russia and Turkey in continuing to implement the memorandum promoting the de-escalation of the conflict in Idlib. We call on the international community to adopt common criteria, in accordance with the relevant Security Council resolutions and provisions of international law, to counter the activities of terrorist groups. In the current situation, all parties should seek comprehensive and long-term solutions to counter terrorism and address the humanitarian issues in the north-western part of Syria. The United Nations and other parties should scale up humanitarian assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the north-western part of the country.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8561 (2019) · source
“Mr. Wu Haitao (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Under-Secretary-General Lowcock and Major General Bakin, Head of the Russian Reconciliation Centre, for their briefings. I also thank the Russian representative for providing first-hand information on the situation on the ground, especially the Idlib de-escalation zone. We also listened very carefully to the statement delivered by Mr. Lillie. China is concerned about the humanitarian situation on the ground, and we support the efforts of the United Nations and relevant parties to improve it. To date, the humanitarian situation in Idlib has attracted the attention of international community and the Council has met many times on this matter.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8561 (2019) · source
“We will continue our active support and constructive participation in the peace process so as to contribute to lasting peace and sustainable development in South Sudan.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8560 (2019) · source
“At present, priority should be given to helping address food security, assisting displaced persons with their return and resettlement, increasing investment in such fields as agriculture, energy, infrastructure, education and health care, and helping the South Sudanese people strengthen their capacity to rebuild their homes and restart development. China highly appreciates the important contribution made by the United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan to maintaining peace and stability in South Sudan and supports the Mission's continued efforts aimed at helping the South Sudanese parties implement the Revitalized Agreement and move forward in the peace process. China supports peace and development in South Sudan.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8560 (2019) · source
“The international community should strengthen coordination with IGAD and the African Union to support their mediation efforts and help the South Sudanese Government and the opposition enhance mutual trust so that they can demonstrate greater flexibility and sincerity in order to reach agreement on such core issues as security arrangements as soon as possible. Efforts should also be made to push parties that have not signed the Revitalized Agreement to join the peace process as soon as possible. Thirdly, humanitarian and economic assistance to South Sudan should continue to be provided.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8560 (2019) · source
“The international community, and the Security Council in particular, should lend greater support, while focusing on promoting the parties' efforts to further implement the Revitalized Agreement. Greater efforts should be made in the following three areas. First, the ownership of the South Sudanese Government should be fully respected. The parties in South Sudan have the primary responsibility for the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement. International partners should enhance communication with the parties, and with the Government in particular, listen carefully to their input and provide the necessary funding and material and technical support in the political and security fields in the light of the country's needs Secondly, support for IGAD should remain ongoing in its role as mediator.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8560 (2019) · source
“On 2 May, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the South Sudanese parties agreed to extend the pre-transitional period by six months. Large numbers of refugees have voluntarily returned to South Sudan, and an increasing number of displaced persons wish to return home, which fully demonstrates that peace in South Sudan has been further consolidated. China welcomes those developments. At the same time, the situation in South Sudan remains challenging. The top priority is to continue to have South Sudan maintain the hard-won momentum in favour of peace. The implementation of the Revitalized Agreement holds the key to a political settlement of the issue of South Sudan.”
2019-06-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8560 (2019) · source