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2018-06-21

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1. “China is concerned about the violence that some armed groups continue to perpetrate and urges all the parties to keep the overall interests of the country and the people in mind, abide by their commitments under the agreement and cease actions that threaten the safety and security of civilians, peacekeepers and humanitarian workers. China supports the countries of the region and regional and subregional organizations, such as the African Union, in bringing influence to bear on the situation. We encourage the parties in the Central African Republic to continue their political dialogue, jointly promote the implementation of the agreement and fully participate in the follow-up monitoring mechanisms. MINUSCA has played an important role in promoting peace and stability in the country.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8558 (2019) · source

2. “China appreciates the firm political will that President Touadera has shown in leading the peace process and the measures he has taken to implement the agreement, including the establishment of the follow-up monitoring mechanisms at the national and prefectural levels. The 26 peace and reconciliation committees established with the help of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) have helped to effectively enhance mutual trust among the signatories to the agreement and to prevent and mitigate conflicts. At the same time, the Central African Republic is still facing challenges on the security, political, humanitarian and other fronts.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8558 (2019) · source

3. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I would like to thank Mr. Ndiaye, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Central African Republic; Mr. Matondo, African Union Special Representative; and Mr. Vervaeke, Managing Director for Africa at the European Union External Action Service, for their briefings. On 6 February, the parties to the conflict in the Central African Republic signed the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in the Central African Republic, which represents an important, indeed historic opportunity for the peace process in the country. Significant progress has been made in the implementation of the agreement during the past four months.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8558 (2019) · source

4. “The international community should give them assistance with capacity-building, and non-governmental organizations should play a constructive role while fully respecting the sovereignty of the countries concerned.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8556 (2019) · source

5. “The Council should act in earnest on its primary duty to maintain international peace and security and work assiduously to prevent and address conflicts through dialogue, negotiations and consultations in order to minimize the impact of armed conflict on vulnerable groups, including those with disabilities. The Council should not replicate or replace the work of human rights agencies or social welfare agencies dedicated to those with disabilities. This issue is a sub-item under the agenda for the protection of civilians in armed conflict, and should be addressed in full observance of all Council resolutions and agreements on that agenda. The Governments of countries in situations of armed conflict should play a primary role and take on the primary responsibility in tackling matters related to persons with disabilities.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8556 (2019) · source

6. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): China attaches great importance to the issue of persons with disabilities in conflict. We support parties to conflicts in providing protection tailored to the special needs of people with disabilities in accordance with international humanitarian law. Efforts should also focus on reducing disabilities as a result of conflict. The Council's unanimous adoption today of resolution 2475 (2019) demonstrates the principled consensus of all parties on this issue. China voted in favour of the resolution. The key to tackling the issue lies in stamping out the root causes of armed conflict.”

   2019-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8556 (2019) · source

7. “In the quest for a settlement that responds to the concerns of all sides, China supports the United Nations in its role as the main channel for mediation and Special Envoy Pedersen in encouraging the parties in Syria to follow resolution 2254 (2015) and the principle that the peace process should be Syrian- led and Syrian-owned. We call on all parties in Syria to work to overcome their differences through dialogue and consultation in order to resolve specific issues in the political process.”

   2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

8. “The humanitarian relief operations in Syria should show full respect for its sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity and adhere strictly to the relevant Security Council resolutions, the United Nations Guiding Principles on the right to humanitarian assistance and the relevant norms of international law. The coordination of communications with the Syrian Government should be strengthened. If we are to genuinely alleviate the humanitarian situation in Syria, we must continue to advance the political settlement process.”

   2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

9. “The population in the Al-Hol camp has exceeded its capacity, and it will be essential to increase humanitarian relief for the camp and find an appropriate solution to the problem of resettling its residents. The international community should also strengthen its dialogue and communication with regard to the issue of the Rukban camp and reach a consensus- based solution that will enable more Syrians to return home as soon as possible. In areas where the security situation is relatively stable, the international community should support the Syrian Government in its efforts for reconstruction and improving its people's livelihoods. China is concerned about the negative impact of economic sanctions on the livelihoods of the Syrian people.”

   2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

10. “Terrorist groups have been trying to expand their areas of influence in recent months by launching frequent attacks that have resulted in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure and have jeopardized humanitarian relief efforts and undermined the security situation in the region. China supports maintaining uniform criteria and retaliating against terrorist groups' atrocities, in line with the relevant Security Council resolutions and international law. China is equally concerned about the humanitarian issues that people in other regions of Syria and in camps for internally displaced persons are dealing with. We urge that efforts be made to tailor solutions to the situation on the ground.”

    2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

11. “The international community should keep in mind the overall need for combating terrorism in Syria and for working to ensure its territorial integrity and its future, with a view to finding a comprehensive and long-term solution to the issue of terrorism and the humanitarian situation in north-western Syria. China supports the United Nations and the other parties involved in providing humanitarian relief to displaced civilians in north-western Syria and improving their living conditions. In discussing the humanitarian situation there, we cannot ignore the problem of combating terrorism.”

    2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

12. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to thank Under-Secretaries-General DiCarlo and Lowcock for their briefings this morning. China follows the humanitarian situation in Syria and supports the United Nations and the parties concerned in their tireless efforts to improve the humanitarian situation in Syria. Last September, Russia and Turkey signed the Sochi memorandum on de-escalation in Idlib, affirming their determination to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and to maintain stability in north-western Syria. China supports Russia and Turkey in continuing to implement the memorandum.”

    2019-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8553 (2019) · source

13. “China will continue to work with the international community to steadfastly support the people of Mali in their pursuit of peace and development and contribute to peace, stability and development in Mali.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

14. “China pays tribute to MINUSMA peacekeepers and expresses condolences for those who laid down their lives in the line of duty. The Secretariat and MINUSMA have been actively improving the safety and security of peacekeepers. It is our hope that MINUSMA will continue to strengthen its work to ensure that supplies and equipment are in place for mandate implementation and security protection. China is an important contributor of troops to MINUSMA. More than 400 Chinese peacekeepers are currently deployed in the Mission, performing medical support, engineering and security-related tasks, among others. Their ability to perform their duties has been widely acclaimed.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

15. “China calls on all parties concerned to continue to deliver on their aid commitments and help the Government to invest more resources in the development of northern and central Mali. We look forward to the early establishment of the northern economic development zone so that local people can live and work in peace as soon as possible. Fourthly, the international community should support MINUSMA in fulfilling its mandate. MINUSMA and Special Representative Annadif have played an important role in maintaining stability, boosting security capacity-building and assisting the peace process in Mali. The continued fulfilment by MINUSMA of its mandate is extremely important to the security and stability of Mali and the Sahel. China supports a smooth MINUSMA mandate renewal and will actively participate in the relevant deliberations.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

16. “As such, it is necessary to adopt integrated measures and conduct regional cooperation in order to respond to terrorist activities in and around Mali. China welcomes the formation of the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel to independently respond to security threats, such as regional terrorism. We commend the United Nations and the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) for their work in support of the Joint Force. Thirdly, the international community should promote economic and social development in Mali. It should continue to help Mali to build on the foundation of its economy in order to achieve self-reliance and sustainable development as soon as possible. That would help to address problems in Mali at their source.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

17. “We call on all parties to commit to resolving disputes by peaceful means, through dialogue and negotiations. The international community should respect the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Mali and help it improve its capacity for autonomous development and governance. The work of the Security Council's sanctions regime on Mali should aim to support the political process and strictly follow its mandate, as given by the Council. Secondly, the international community should help Mali strengthen its security capacity-building by assisting its Government in improving its security and counter-terrorism capacity so that it can gradually assume responsibility for security. Peace and security in Mali are closely linked to the overall security situation in the surrounding areas.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

18. “China appreciates their efforts in that regard. At the same time, Mali continues to face severe challenges as terrorist forces continue to expand their activities, thereby affecting progress in the implementation of the peace agreement. The international community should continue to provide support for peace and development in Mali. First, it should actively promote the peace and reconciliation process in Mali. All parties to the peace agreement should prioritize the interests of the country and its people, fulfil their commitments and work together for national development and reconstruction. China appreciates the efforts of the Malian Government to promote dialogue and reconciliation and the progress made in reintegrating former combatants.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

19. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I welcome Mr. Drame, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Mali, to the meeting and thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Annadif for his briefing. As mentioned by colleagues, a few days ago intercommunal conflict occurred in the Mopti region of central Mali, causing many casualties. China is deeply appalled by such developments and extends condolences to the Malian Government and to the families of the victims. We hope that the parties concerned will resolve their differences through dialogue in order to restore stabilty on the ground. At present, the peace process in Mali is at a critical juncture. The Government and the people of Mali have made tireless efforts to promote the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali.”

    2019-06-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8547 (2019) · source

20. “The international community should respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Cameroon, acknowledge and support the recent efforts of the Government of Cameroon to engage in dialogue and improve the humanitarian situation, among others.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

21. “We support the greater role being played by the United Nations to achieve lasting peace in Central Africa and hope that UNOCA will continue to implement its mandate, as authorized by the Council, fully heed and respect the views of the countries concerned and strengthen coordination and coherence among the United Nations, regional organizations and relevant countries to forge the synergy necessary to maintain regional stability. Finally, I would like to emphasize that the issues in the North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon are not on the Council's agenda. The situation there does not pose a threat to international or regional peace and security.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

22. “We hope that the international community will strengthen cooperation with the countries of the region and the AU in that regard. China supports Central African countries in bolstering their capacity to fight piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. Special Representative Fall and UNOCA have been closely engaged with regional and subregional organizations, carried out preventive diplomacy and good offices and promoted political dialogue in Central African countries in order to settle differences peaceably. China acknowledges those efforts.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

23. “The international community should heed and respect the views of the countries concerned, work towards enhancing the ability of countries of the region to solve their problems independently and provide support that is tailored to their needs in the areas of poverty reduction, sustainable development, the improvement of the humanitarian situation and the combat against cross-border arms smuggling and drug trafficking. Thirdly, we should continue to support countries of the region in maintaining security and stability. China commends the efforts of countries of the region to combat the LRA and other armed groups and terrorist organizations and supports the African Union (AU) in its ongoing implementation of relevant regional cooperation initiatives.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

24. “First, we should encourage the countries of Central Africa to continue to resolve their differences through political dialogue. The Council and the international community should play a constructive role in the political settlement of relevant issues in the region and, on the basis of respect for the sovereignty and leadership of the countries concerned, conduct mediation and good offices to promote peaceful dialogue. Moreover, the international community should closely follow the impact of the situation in other parts of Africa on the Central African region and adopt an integrated approach to ajoint response. Secondly, we should help countries to enhance capacity-building.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

25. “The process of regional integration has continued to advance, and the Central African Economic and Monetary Community has adopted a common policy on emigration, immigration and border security. Central African countries and regional organizations have demonstrated greater willingness and ability to maintain peace and stability and to promote common development. China welcomes those developments. At the same time, factors such as conflict, poverty and disease continue to constrain stability and development in Central African countries. The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) and piracy in the Gulf of Guinea continue to threaten the countries of the region. The international community should pay greater attention to the situation in the region and step up its support for the countries there.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

26. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to begin by congratulating Kuwait on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of June. China will fully support your work, Mr. President. I also wish to thank Indonesia for its extraordinary work during its presidency in May. I would like to thank Mr. Fall, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Central Africa and Head of the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA), for his briefing. Progress has recently been made in the political processes of Central African countries. The Government of the Central African Republic has signed the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation with armed groups and many countries have successfully held presidential or parliamentary elections. New Governments and parliaments have been formed.”

    2019-06-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8538 (2019) · source

27. “China hopes that the Council will make timely adjustments to the relevant measures in the light of the changes on the ground in South Sudan and help the South Sudanese parties to implement the revitalized agreement and promote governance and security capacity-building in South Sudan. Last but not least, I also wish to thank the Indonesian presidency of the Council for its excellent work during the month of May.”

    2019-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8536 (2019) · source

28. “As the primary body for the maintenance of international peace and security, the Security Council should send positive messages, adjust its South Sudanese-related measures in a timely manner, fully support the mediation efforts of the AU, IGAD and countries of the region and encourage the parties in South Sudan to pursue their active engagement in the political process in order to maintain the current positive momentum. Last July, the Security Council adopted resolution 2428 (2018), which imposed some measures, including an arms embargo, on South Sudan. China abstained in the voting on that resolution. China still does not support an arms embargo on South Sudan and therefore abstained in the voting on resolution 2471 (2019), which was just adopted by the Council.”

    2019-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8536 (2019) · source

29. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): The political process towards peace in South Sudan has made significant progress since the end of last year. At present, with the joint support of the African Union (AU), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), countries of the regional and the international community at large, the South Sudanese Government and major political parties are demonstrating unprecedented resolve and good will in implementing the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan, as a result of which the security situation in South Sudan has greatly improved.”

    2019-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8536 (2019) · source

30. “China will continue to actively support the Somalia peace process and play a constructive role in bringing peace, stability and development to Somalia and the Horn of Africa.”

    2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source

31. “and help the relevant troop-contributing countries build capacity in order to combat Al-Shabaab more effectively. At the same time, the international community should continue to help Somalia improve its security capacity-building so as to ensure that the Somalia security forces will be able to assume security responsibilities from AMISOM. in a gradual and steady manner. Thirdly, we should continue to increase humanitarian assistance and social and economic development support for Somalia. The social and economic foundation in Somalia is weak. A relatively large gap in the provision of international humanitarian assistance remains. We hope that all international partners will honour their commitments in good faith and provide assistance in a timely manner.”

    2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source

32. “We should strengthen communications and coordination with the Somalia Government, give full play to its own initiatives and improve its ability to achieve development independently. Secondly, we should continue to support the efforts of the AU and other regional and subregional organizations that help maintain peace and security in Somalia. At present, Somalia continues to face serious threats posed by Al-Shabaab. It is necessary for AMISOM. to maintain its deployment in Somalia. China supports the Security Council's extension of the AMISOM. mandate and maintaining the necessary level of Mission forces in the country. We hope that the United Nations and the international community will provide stable, predictable and sustainable financial support for AMISOM.”

    2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source

33. “Maintaining peace and stability there is in the common interests of the region and the entire international community. Currently, the overall situation in Somalia remains complex and, looking forward, it faces challenges on multiple fronts. The Security Council, the United Nations and the international community should draw on past experiences and lessons in helping to address hotspot issues in Africa, such as this one, and step up support and assistance. China would like to highlight the following three points. First, we should fully respect and maintain the national ownership of the Federal Government of Somalia in its domestic affairs. We should respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Somalia, help establish an authoritative and capable Federal Government and optimize its federal institutions.”

    2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source

34. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Deputy Special Representative Zenenga; Mr. Madeira, Special Representative ofthe Chairperson ofthe African Union (AU) Commission for Somalia; and Assistant Secretary-General Mueller for their briefings. Since the end of last year, with the concerted efforts of the Federal Government of Somalia, the United Nations, the African Union and the rest of the international community, Somalia has seen positive progress in rebuilding the State, in particular with regard to security and capacity-building. China commends the Federal Government of Somalia, the relevant United Nations agencies on the ground and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) for their efforts. Somalia is an important country in the Horn of Africa.”

    2019-05-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8533 (2019) · source

35. “The international community should respect the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Iraq and promote inclusiveness, reconciliation and harmonious coexistence among all Iraqi parties in line with the fundamental interests and development needs of all Iraqis. It also has a positive influence on regional peace and stability. China supports any effort that helps to maintain peace and stability and to combat terrorism in Iraq. We will continue to provide humanitarian and economic assistance to the country and our efforts to improve the humanitarian situation. We will actively participate in Iraq's economic reconstruction and help it to achieve peace, stability and development.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

36. “The Government should focus on developing infrastructure, promoting economic reconstruction and progress, enhance its capacity to provide public services and improve the living standards of the population, including internally displaced persons. The international community should honour its pledges by continuing to provide support and assistance to Iraq, helping to ease its humanitarian situation, assisting in its economic recovery and creating a favourable environment for its reconstruction. Thirdly, we should continue to support inclusive political dialogue and the national reconciliation process in Iraq.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

37. “It needs the support of all sides for the repatriation of foreign terrorist fighters and their families. The international community should fully respect the sovereignty of Iraq and its jurisdiction and support Iraq in its efforts to bring terrorists to justice, in accordance with the relevant domestic laws, and to curb the return and spread of terrorist forces and activities. We support the efforts of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, in close consultation with the Iraqi Government, to actively carry out its work based on its mandate. Secondly, we should actively promote the economic recovery and accelerated reconstruction of Iraq. Development is essential to ensuring the achievement of peace.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

38. “We furthermore commend that the Government is striving to resolve the outstanding issues that exist between the central Government and the Kurdistan Regional Government through dialogue, consultations, the removal of internal customs checkpoints and the resumption of salary payments to the civil servants of the Kurdistan Government. The country is at a crucial moment in consolidating its counter-terrorism results, achieving peace and security and advancing its national reconstruction. I would like to make the following points. First, we should support Iraq in continuing to fight terrorism and strengthening results in that regard. The country has made immense sacrifices in the international fight against terrorism. It is still threatened by terrorist remnants.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

39. “The international community should continue to support UNAMI in carrying out its work as mandated. The Government and the people of Iraq have recently been properly addressing both internal and external challenges, achieving positive outcomes inthe fight against terrorism, gradually restoring security and stability and steadily pushing its economic reconstruction forward. China commends those steps. China welcomes the Iraqi Government's policy of openness and friendly relations towards its neighbours. We appreciate that the Government has formulated its 2018-2020 national programme and a comprehensive national anti-corruption strategy.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

40. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, for her briefing. We also welcome the Security Council's unanimous adoption of resolution 2470 (2019), which reflects the Council's important support for the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) and the Iraqi Government. China acknowledges UNAMI's effective execution of its mandate and its important role in supporting the Iraqi Government in promoting inclusive political dialogue, national reconciliation and reconstruction, among other things. We appreciate the host country's close cooperation with UNAMI, which has yielded positive results. The Council's extension of UNAMI's mandate for one year is significant.”

    2019-05-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8531 (2019) · source

41. “China is opposed to terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. We stand firm in seriously implementing Council resolutions and supporting the work of the Council's subsidiary bodies. We support the joint thematic activities of the various Committees and hope that their Groups of Experts will enhance coordination, fully leverage their own advantages, keep improving their work and professionalism and pay more attention to the views of Member States. China will continue to work with the international community to actively promote international counter-terrorism cooperation and improve the international non-proliferation regime so as to jointly maintain world peace and stability.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

42. “The priority for its next phase is to advance the comprehensive review ofresolution 1540 (2004) scheduled for 2021 in a balanced and orderly manner. China supports the Committee's continued work in a spirit of cooperation and dialogue and based on mandates from Council resolutions aimed at fully and effectively implementing the resolution. In order to respond effectively to proliferation threats from non-State actors, all parties must work earnestly to safeguard the authority, universality and effectiveness of the international non-proliferation regime, uphold the principle that national Governments bear the primary responsibility for non-proliferation and deepen international cooperation in that regard, with special attention to developing countries' needs for international assistance.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

43. “China supports the CTC's continuation of its work, including through joint meetings and visits designed to improve information-sharing and enhance coordination and cooperation with other relevant United Nations agencies. We hope that the CTC will further increase its dialogue with Member States, help them to build their counter-terrorism capacity and cooperate with international, regional and subregional organizations to jointly address such new challenges as the use of the Internet and new technologies to incite, plan, finance and carry out terrorist activities. Thirdly, the 1540 Committee is an important component of the international non-proliferation regime. It plays a significant role in raising awareness about non-proliferation and building Member States' capacity in that regard.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

44. “We hope that in its work, such as listing exemptions and de-listing, it will abide strictly by the relevant Council resolutions and the norms guiding it, uphold the principles of objectivity, impartiality and professionalism, and base its efforts on solid evidence and consensus among the relevant parties so as to safeguard the authority and effectiveness of the sanctions mechanism. Secondly, in accordance with the mandates of Council resolutions, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) has been working hard to promote the implementation of counter-terrorism resolutions and raise awareness about them, keep track of new threats and trends in terrorism and provide technical assistance to the countries concerned. It has therefore played an important role in international counter-terrorism efforts.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

45. “The international community must improve its cooperation and take comprehensive steps to effectively address these issues. We would like to make the following comments on the various Committees' work. First, the 1267 Committee represents an important counter-terrorism sanctions mechanism of the United Nations and its Security Council. It plays a significant role in assessing terrorist threats and strengthening sanctions measures. China supports the 1267 Committee in working under Council mandates, communicating closely with the countries concerned and fostering cooperation with regional and subregional counter-terrorism mechanisms, with a view to making greater contributions to international counter-terrorism efforts.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

46. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): China would like to thank you, Mr. President, and Mr. Meza-Cuadra for this morning's briefings. The Committee established pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da'esh), Al-Qaida and the Taliban and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities, the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1373 (2001) concerning counter-terrorism and the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004), under the leadership of these two Ambassadors, have been working actively. China commends both of you, and your teams, for your efforts. Terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery pose a serious threat to international peace and security.”

    2019-05-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8528 (2019) · source

47. “The Security Council and the international community should continue to provide constructive support to the two Governments in order to properly address the Abyei issue, support African countries in resolving African problems in African ways and refrain from imposing solutions. In particular, as the implementation of the resolution advances, we must focus on strengthening engagement with various stakeholders in the Sudan and South Sudan through communication and coordination, listening to their legitimate concerns and encouraging them to continue to strengthen dialogue and build mutual trust. China will continue to support UNISFA in fulfilling its mandate, and we stand ready to play a constructive role in achieving peace and stability in the area as soon as possible.”

    2019-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8524 (2019) · source

48. “Mr. Yao Shaojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): The situation in Abyei remains generally calm. It has benefited not only from the assistance provided by the European Union and the international community but also, more importantly, from good cooperation between the Sudan and South Sudan on the relevant issues. Whether the Abyei issue can be properly resolved has a bearing on the stability of the two countries concerned and the region as a whole. The continued active implementation by the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) of its mandate will contribute to the maintenance of peace and stability in the region, which is why China voted in favour of the Council's adoption just now of resolution 2469 (2019).”

    2019-05-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8524 (2019) · source

49. “China supports all efforts that are conducive to stabilizing the situation in Libya and promoting a political solution to the situation there. We support the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Ghassan Salame' and regional organizations, such as the African Union, in pursuing their good offices to form synergies. China is ready to work with the international community in an active effort to achieve lasting peace and security in Libya. China's position on the International Criminal Court remains unchanged.”

    2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source

50. “Mr. Yao Shojun (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I thank Ms. Bensouda for her briefing. China is highly concerned over recent developments in Libya and consistently believes that the Libyan issue must be resolved through political means. We hope that the parties to the conflict in Libya will keep the interests of the country and its people at heart and respond to the calls of the international community by establishing a ceasefire as soon as possible and easing tensions in the country. We hope the parties to the conflict will return to the path of settlement through peaceful dialogue and consultations and actively promote the political settlement process in Libya with a view to the timely restoration of peace, stability and development in Libya. This is a premise and foundation of the realization of justice in Libya.”

    2019-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8523 (2019) · source