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Zhang Dianbin

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2017-02-28

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2020-02-14

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1. “We call on UNIOGBIS to strengthen coordination with ECOWAS, the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel and other United Nations agencies, to respect the national sovereignty and aspirations of the country and, on that basis, to lend tailored support and assistance to the country in its efforts towards peace and development. China will continue to support the work of UNIOGBIS, including its phased restructuring and transfer of responsibilities as mandated by resolution 2458 (2019). We hope that UNIOGBIS will enhance its cooperation with the national Government and fully heed the Government’s opinions to ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and maximize the benefits of its work for the people of Guinea-Bissau.”

   2020-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8724 (2020) · source

2. “We call upon the international community to lend tangible support to Guinea-Bissau in combating drug trafficking and transnational organized crime. China supports the people of Guinea-Bissau in exploring a development path that fits their national conditions. A development perspective must be incorporated into conflict prevention efforts. The international community must assist the country in its capacity- building, while giving priority to such issues as poverty eradication, education, health care and infrastructure with a view to achieving sustainable development and lasting peace and stability. UNIOGBIS and the Peacebuilding Commission can play a greater role in that regard. China supports the African Union, ECOWAS and other regional and subregional organizations and countries in the region in continuing their constructive role.”

   2020-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8724 (2020) · source

3. “We have also noted that there remains controversy at the domestic level regarding the election results. We hope that all parties in the country will act in the interest of the country’s peace and stability, strengthen dialogue and coordination and resolve the differences appropriately in order to ensure the smooth completion of the election process and maintain security and stability in the country. China stands for African solutions to African problems. We hope that all parties in the country will consolidate the hard-won positive momentum, continue to implement the Conakry Agreement and the ECOWAS six-point road map and vigorously advance reforms with a view to improving people’s livelihoods and promoting the country’s development and stability.”

   2020-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8724 (2020) · source

4. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the Foreign Minister of the Niger to today’s meeting. We listened carefully to the briefings by Special Representative Sori-Coulibaly and Ambassador Costa Filho. We have noted the Secretary-General’s report on the developments in Guinea-Bissau and the activities of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) (S/2020/105). The National Assembly of Guinea-Bissau adopted the Government’s policy programme last October, and two rounds of presidential elections were held smoothly at the end of last year and early this year. Political stability in the country was maintained during that period, which China was pleased to see. We highly commend the positive role by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and countries of the region.”

   2020-02-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8724 (2020) · source

5. “It should also attach importance to the legitimate appeals of the Sudanese Government and the African Union regarding the engagement of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on the situation in Darfur and respect the opinions of the Sudanese Government. China is ready to work with the international community to play a constructive role in achieving peace, stability and development in the Darfur region. China's position on the engagement of the ICC on the situation in Darfur remains unchanged.”

   2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source

6. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China listened to the briefing delivered by Prosecutor Bensouda. We note that the situation in the Darfur region of the Sudan has seen big improvements recently. China calls on the international community to take concerted efforts and provide more help to the Darfur region so that it can achieve lasting peace and security and sustainable development. That is in the common interests of the Sudan and the countries in the region. The international community should fully respect the legal sovereignty of the Sudan and avoid interfering in its internal affairs.”

   2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source

7. “Ghassan Salame, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, proposed a three-point plan, which provides ideas for resolving the Libyan crisis. The international community should play a constructive role in implementing the relevant recommendations. China supports a Libyan- owned and Libyan-lad political-settlement process and encourages Special Representative Salame and such regional organizations as the African Union and the League of Arab States to continue their mediation efforts and form synergies. While respecting Libya's independence, unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, the international community should continue to provide support for and assistance to Libya so that the country achieves peace, stability and development as soon as possible.”

   2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source

8. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Ms. Bensouda for her briefing. The conflict in Libya has been raging for more than eight years, wreaking havoc on the country and its neighbours, bringing enormous suffering to the Libyan people and threatening international peace and security. China has always believed that the issue of Libya must be resolved through a political process. We hope that all parties to the conflict will focus on the interests of the country and the people, achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible, ease tensions, return to political dialogue and consultations, and actively promote the process of reaching a political settlement in Libya. China supports all efforts that will help stabilize the situation in the country and promote a political solution to the Libyan issue. In late July, Mr.”

   2019-11-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8660 (2019) · source

9. “Currently, there are escalating tensions in the region, as well as frequent local conflicts. All parties should effectively respect Lebanon's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. UNIFIL should communicate and consult closely with the countries concerned and focus on its core mandate by maintaining stability in the area of the Blue Line. It should urge Lebanon and Israel to adhere to the agreement on the cessation of hostilities and actively help the Lebanese Armed Forces to enhance its capacity-building and increase its deployment across the country. China welcomes the practical measures taken by the Secretary-General to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of UNIFIL and the Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, particularly regarding the management of UNIFIL's civilian resources.”

   2019-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8610 (2019) · source

10. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2484 (2019), which demonstrates the Security Council's overall recognition of the important support for the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). It is conducive to maintaining stability in southern Lebanon and facilitates the further implementation of resolution 1701 (2006). China recognizes the important contribution of UNIFIL in continuing to effectively implement its mandate and maintaining overall calm in its area of operations and regional stability. The Tripartite Mechanism is a good example of conflict-resolution through dialogue and consultation. We commend the great dedication of the troop-contributing countries and all peacekeeping personnel and hope that the safety of those personnel can be effectively guaranteed.”

    2019-08-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8610 (2019) · source

11. “China is ready to join the other Council members and the international community in contributing to peace, stability and development in Mali.”

    2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source

12. “The smooth renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), with the current strength unchanged, can facilitate the ongoing efforts of the United Nations and the international community to continue to help the Malian Government and people in advancing the implementation of the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali and in bolstering its security capacities. We are keen that MINUSMA should fully implement the Council's mandates and strengthen measures to increase the protection of the safety and security of its peacekeepers. As the situation in Mali is closely linked to that of its neighbours and the Sahel region, we hope that MINUSMA can continue to support the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel in accordance with the Council's resolutions.”

    2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source

13. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China wishes to begin by congratulating Kuwait on its successful stewardship of the Security Council's work as rotating President for June. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador Alotaibi and everyone in the Kuwaiti Mission, this month the Council's work has been orderly and highly efficient, which China appreciates. On behalf of Ambassador Ma Zhaoxu, I also extend our sincere greetings to Ambassador Delattre and thank him for his contributions to the Council's work. I also wish him every success. As we speak, the peace process in Mali is at a critical juncture, facing security, economic, development and other challenges, and requires the active assistance of the international community.”

    2019-06-28 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8568 (2019) · source

14. “Chinese peacekeepers are actively engaged in the Mission's peacekeeping operations and have made their contribution to stability in the country. China is ready to continue to play a constructive roll towards the achievement of peace, stability and development in the country and in Africa at large.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

15. “China expresses its appreciation in that connection, and hopes that MINUSMA will continue to communicate and coordinate with the Government in order to help the latter in the implementation of the peace agreement and in enhancing its security capacity-building. At the same time, the Council and the Secretariat must pay attention to the issue of the safety and security of the Mission's personnel. We hope that the secretariat of MINUSMA will take effective actions in areas relating to the Mission's equipment and training, campsite planning, security and protection material and equipment, medical ability, and information-gathering and -sharing in order to strengthen the safety and security of the Mission's personnel. China supports the peace process in Mali.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

16. “That is an important initiative on the part of the African countries to achieve strength through unity and to maintain peace and stability in Africa and in the world at large. China commends the preparatory work done by the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) in order to support the Joint Force and hopes that, once the conditions are ripe, MINUSMA will be able to take effective actions to backstop the Joint Forces as soon as possible. MINUSMA and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Mali have played an important role in maintaining peace and stability in the country and in the implementation of the peace agreement.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

17. “At the request of the Government, the international community should continue to support and assist the Government in its security and counter-terrorism capacity-building and enhance the Government's ability to respond to security threats independently. Thirdly, we must support regional and subregional organizations in playing a mediation and coordinating role, as the peace and security of the country are closely linked with the overall security situation in the region. Therefore, it is necessary to take a comprehensive approach and to respond to terrorist activities inside the country and in the neighbouring regions through regional cooperation. China welcomes the formation of the Joint Force of the Group of Five for the Sahel to independently fight security threats, including terrorism, in the region.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

18. “First, we must continue to help the parties in the implementation of the peace agreement and moving the political process forward. The political solution is the only way out. In that connection, China hopes that the signatories of the peace agreement will continue to demonstrate political will, facilitate the implementation of the agreement and work together to achieve national development and reconstruction. Secondly, we must continue to support the Government's capacity-building in governance and security. The Malian Government bears the primary responsibility for maintaining peace and stability in the country.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

19. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his briefing. Following the recent successful presidential elections, President Keita has started a new term of office. He has promised to continue to actively implement the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, thereby injecting new momentum into the peace process. China expresses its appreciation in that connection. However, at the same time, the security situation in north and central Mali remains grim with rampant terrorist activities inside the country and in the neighbouring region posing a serious threat to the peace process. The international community should, on the basis of respect for the sovereignty and leadership of Mali, continue to support the peace process and provide support to peace and the development of the country.”

    2018-10-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8376 (2018) · source

20. “We hope that the Mission will further strengthen communication with the Colombian Government and the relevant parties, work to address the reintegration of former combatants and guarantee the security of the conflict-affected areas, as well as promote mutual confidence among all the parties in Colombia and positively implement the peace agreement. China would like to work with all other members of the Council to support the Verification Mission in the implementation of its mandate, advance the peace process in Colombia and make our contribution to realizing comprehensive peace and stability in Colombia as soon as possible.”

    2018-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8368 (2018) · source

21. “The Security Council should work together with the international community, continue to strengthen its support to Colombia, respect the leadership of the Government and the people and provide constructive assistance to Colombia in its peace process. China is grateful to Special Representative Arnault and the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia for their contributions to promoting the peace process in Colombia over the past year. We welcome the recent adoption of resolution 2435 (2018), which renewed the mandate of the Mission for a year.”

    2018-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8368 (2018) · source

22. “At the same time, Colombia is still facing security challenges such as organized crime and drug trafficking. Achieving social and economic development will continue to be a long and arduous task. Against that backdrop, China hopes that all parties in Colombia will further consolidate a consensus on maintaining State security and stability, achieving development, firmly promoting the peace process and working to solve differences through dialogue and negotiation. The stage that the Colombian peace process has reached today did not come about easily, and it is an example of the Security Council's cooperation in responding to regional hotspots.”

    2018-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8368 (2018) · source

23. “I also appreciate the fact that since President Duque Marquez's inauguration, the new Colombian Government has made efforts to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the situation in the country, formulate a new national development policy and commit to implementing the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace, with the aim of continuing to promote the peace process in Colombia. That will help to realize peace and development in Colombia and is also very significant for the maintenance of peace and stability in the whole region. For the next phase, Colombia still needs to comprehensively implement the peace agreement and achieve the reintegration of former combatants into society, including into political and economic aspects of life.”

    2018-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8368 (2018) · source

24. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting, and I welcome Foreign Minister Trujillo Garcia to the Chamber. I would also like to thank Special Representative Arnault for his briefing. Colombia's presidential and parliamentary elections were recently held smoothly, and its peace process has yielded some positive progress. China appreciates the effort made by former President Santos, the Colombian Government and other relevant parties.”

    2018-10-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8368 (2018) · source

25. “We note the letter dated 5 September 2018 from the Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom addressed to the President of the Security Council. We also note that the parties concerned have not reached conclusions acceptable to all parties on issues including who should be held responsible for the incident. In that regard, parties should work on the basis of mutual respect and equal consultation and resolve the issue through dialogue. At a time when the international community continues to face many challenges, parties should work with, instead of against, each other, It is important to maintain focus on the merits of the incident and avoid politicization and moves that could fuel tensions. Members of the Security Council should remain united in a common effort to fulfil their duty to maintain international peace and security.”

    2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8343 (2018) · source

26. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China listened closely to the briefing by the representative of the United Kingdom. China categorically opposes the use of chemical weapons by any State, organization or individual, regardless of the circumstances or purposes. China supports the comprehensive, objective and fair investigation of the alleged use of a chemical weapon, which, based on solid evidence, should lead to findings that are factual. That has been our clear and consistent position. We have followed developments following the Salisbury incident in March. We believe that relevant issues should be addressed in accordance with the rules and procedures of the Chemical Weapons Convention and within the framework of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.”

    2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8343 (2018) · source

27. “China is willing to work with other members of the Security Council to contribute to the early achievement of lasting peace and sustainable development in Haiti.”

    2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source

28. “The international community and countries of the region should also pay more attention to the issue of Haiti and support its consolidation of peace and stability and its efforts to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. China appreciates the recent work of the United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti (MINUJUSTH) and Deputy Special Representative Diallo. We welcome the appointment by Secretary- General Guterres ost. Meagher La Lime as the Special Representative for Haiti and Head of the Mission. We hope that Ms. Meagher La Lime will start to work as soon as possible after taking over to help the Haitian Government strengthen its police force and take up in earnest the responsibility of maintaining national security and stability.”

    2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source

29. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): China thanks you, Mr. President, for convening today's meeting. China also thanks Assistant Secretary- General Keita for her briefing. China has taken note of the recent violent events in parts of Haiti, which reflect the existing fragile security situation to a large degree and the need for political stability and economic development to be further consolidated. China hopes that the parties in Haiti will promptly resolve their differences through inclusive political dialogue and consultations. The Haitian Government should continue to increase its efforts to develop the economy, improve people's livelihoods and fully implement the Haitian National Police strategic plan to create favourable conditions for the thorough improvement of the situation in the country.”

    2018-09-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8342 (2018) · source

30. “We hope that the sanctions Committee will speedily look into that issue and respond appropriately to Libya's legitimate concerns in that regard. We support any efforts that will help stabilize the situation in Libya, facilitate a political solution of the issue and promote unity among various parties injoining hands to fight terrorism. We stand ready to continue to do our part in contributing to the early restoration of security and stability and the achievement of prosperity and development in Libya.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

31. “We hope that Libya's neighbours, the African Union, the League of Arab States, the European Union and other parties will increase their efforts to promote peace and work together towards the implementation of the United Nations action plan. China has always held the view that sanctions are not an end in themselves, rather they are a means that should always serve the political solution of relevant problems. While sanctions on Libya remain enforced, attention must be paid so that such sanctions will not negatively impact Libyan civilians in third countries. The sanctions should not harm the overall interests of Libya or the everyday lives and humanitarian needs of the Libyan population. The continued loss of Libya's frozen assets is an issue that deserves close scrutiny.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

32. “The Libyan parties should make greater efforts at dialogue, settle their differences, continue to foster mutual trust and cooperate in combating terrorism and organized crime. Thirdly, we must strengthen the United Nations role and capacity to offer its good offices. China supports the Special Representative in leading the United Nations Support Mission in Libya to move forward the implementation of the relevant United Nations action plan. We support Libya in advancing the formulation of a constitution and amendment of the Libyan Political Agreement in order to prepare and organize presidential and parliamentary elections.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

33. “All parties in Libya should commit to an inclusive dialogue with stakeholders from both national and local levels so as to build consensus, narrow differences and find solutions that are acceptable to all. Secondly, we must build a better security environment in favour of the political process. Countries and organizations that have influence should play a dual role in engaging with the Libyan parties so that they will not resort to the use of force at the slightest provocation. It is through confidence-building measures that reconciliation can be achieved. A unified national security agency should be established at an early date to create favourable conditions for the implementation of the United Nations action plan.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

34. “We call on the relevant parties to immediately put an end the conflict, resolve their differences through dialogue and negotiations and continue to advance the political settlement process with a view to achieving reconciliation and stability as soon as possible. The international community should continue to step up its support to help Libya restore stability and effective governance as soon as possible. First, we must stay committed to a path of political settlement for the Libyan question. The international community should respect Libya's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, and firmly advance the Libyan-owned and Libyan-led political process.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

35. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation thanks Special Representative Salame and Ambassador Skoog, Permanent Representative of Sweden, in his capacity as Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya, for their briefings. The security situation in Libya remains fragile. Terrorist forces are running rampant and the problems concerning refugees and migrants are acute. However, with the support of the United Nations, regional organizations and neighbouring States, Libya has made difficult but steady progress with its political transition. China has been closely following the latest developments in the situation in the country. We welcome the ceasefire agreement signed by the armed groups involved in the recent hostilities in Tripoli.”

    2018-09-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8341 (2018) · source

36. “The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo plays an important role in maintaining peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. China commends the courage and dedication of the peacekeepers, who are risking their lives as they work to deliver on their mandate. The international community should improve its peacekeeping capacity- building through bilateral and multilateral cooperation in order to ensure peacekeepers' safety and security.”

    2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source

37. “In particular, we should focus on listening to the views of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and respecting its ownership of the political process, as well as encouraging all the parties to take concrete action in order to get back on a path to a political settlement through dialogue and consultation, with a view to effectively implementing the political agreement of 31 December 2016. The international community should work to address the root causes of the conflict and help the country to deal with its social and economic development issues, focusing on increased investment in the areas of education, agriculture and infrastructure construction.”

    2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source

38. “China maintains that a political solution is the only way to resolve the issues of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Regional and subregional organizations, including the African Union and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, and countries of the region, are most familiar with the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the surrounding areas. The Security Council should continue to support them in playing a leading role in mediation and encourage organizations and countries of the region to enhance communication and engagement with Congolese parties through their respective channels.”

    2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source

39. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): I thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Zerrougui; Ambassador Alotaibi and Ms. Bihamba for their briefings. The Democratic Republic of the Congo occupies an important geographical location, and its peace, stability and political process also attract the broad attention of the international community, in particular the countries of the region. Currently, the country is facing security and political challenges. The Security Council should therefore assess the impact of various factors on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and help the Congolese Government to strengthen its security capacity-building and provide constructive assistance, with an emphasis on seeking African solutions to African problems.”

    2018-07-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8318 (2018) · source

40. “They must also address the legitimate concerns of the African Union and the Sudanese Government when it comes to this issue and fully respect the views of the African Union and the League of Arab States, which cannot be ignored. China has long been of the view that Heads of State enjoy privileges and immunities under international law by virtue of their office and that the referral of a situation by the Security Council to the ICC in no way necessarily undermines or strips the immunity enjoyed by such Heads of State.”

    2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source

41. “We hope that the international community will continue to respect the leadership of the Sudanese Government when it comes to the issue of Darfur. We hope that the international community will also contribute effectively to peace and stability in Darfur, with a focus on capacity-building in the areas of security and governance. We also call on it to provide humanitarian and economic assistance and to stand with the Sudanese Government and help it in its efforts to promote reconciliation reconstruction in Darfur in order to ensure that all of these regions can enjoy sustainable peace and lasting development. China's stance on the Sudanese issue with respect to the ICC remains unchanged. China hopes that the Security Council and the ICC will fully respect the sovereignty of the Sudan.”

    2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source

42. “The Government of the Sudan has been working for many years now to strengthen its own capacity in the field of security and governance and to promote a political process of reconciliation, in particular over the past year, when it has engaged in an active campaign to collect weapons, which has made a major contribution to peace and stability in Darfur. We very much welcome the progress that we have witnessed in Darfur and the efforts undertaken by the Sudanese Government itself to bring about the current situation. The progress made in Darfur demonstrates that the Sudanese Government is entirely capable of progressively assuming and taking over its responsibilities for the maintenance of peace and stability in the region of Darfur.”

    2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source

43. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation listened very carefully to the briefing we heard from the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Ms. Fatou Bensouda. Over the past few years, the political and security situation in Darfur and the Sudan have improved considerably, a development that has been welcomed by the international community. This is due partly to the cooperation between the African Union and the United Nations as well as the international community as a whole. More important still, it is due to the efforts and the contributions of the Sudanese Government itself.”

    2018-06-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8290 (2018) · source

44. “China will continue to give its firm support to the cause of fostering peace and development for the people of Mali and to contributing to the country's peace, stability and prosperity alongside the rest of the international community.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

45. “China notes the positive measures that the Secretariat and the Mission have taken to improve peacekeepers' safety and security, and we hope that MINUSMA will continue to work to improve those areas and ensure that the necessary supplies and resources are in place. It should also step up its communication with troop-contributing countries and donors in order to ensure that the Mission has all the equipment and resources it needs to discharge its mandate and protect itself. There are more than 400 Chinese peacekeepers in Mali serving in the medical, engineering and security areas, and their work has been much praised.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

46. “Thirdly, we should support MINUSMA's work. China commends and supports MINUSMA and Special Representative Annadif in their efforts to promote the Malian peace process and strengthen the country's security capacity. The Mission's mandate expires at the end of June, and China will engage actively in the consultations on the draft resolution for its renewal. We hope that MINUSMA will continue to communicate with the Malian Government and help the country with its capacity-building and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programme. The security of MINUSMA's peacekeepers is a serious issue. The violent attacks this year have resulted in an increase in the number of casualties.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

47. “The issue of peace and security is closely tied to the situation in the surrounding regions, so we need to take advantage of regional cooperation to ensure an integrated approach to dealing with the terrorist activities in Mali and beyond. China welcomes the initiative of the Group of Five for the Sahel in forming a Joint Force to address security threats such as regional terrorism. It is important that African countries seek greater strength through unity and thereby safeguard peace and security on their continent and in the rest of world. China commends the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) for the preparations it has made to support the Joint Force, and we hope that when conditions permit it will begin providing the Joint Force with support as soon as possible.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

48. “We hope that its concerted efforts and those of the people of Mali will make it a success. The international community should support the people of Mali in making their own decisions. The sanction mechanism for Mali should provide objective support to the political process and function in strict compliance with the Security Council's mandate. Secondly, the international community should help Mali improve its security capabilities. The security challenges in northern and central Mali are becoming increasingly complex, and at the Government's request, the international community should continue to support it in enhancing its security and counter-terror capacities, so that it can gradually take on the responsibility for maintaining the security of the entire country.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

49. “The international community should support Mali in its efforts to ensure peace and development. First, it is important to assist the Malian parties in implementing the Peace Agreement. China hopes that the signatories to the Agreement will continue to demonstrate the necessary political will, work to implement all its provisions and engage in concerted reconstruction and development efforts so that the people can reap the benefit of a peace dividend. Basing its efforts on respect for Mali's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, the international community should continue to support the country's peace process and help it to enhance its own development and governing capacity. The Malian Government is making intensive preparations for the forthcoming election in July.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source

50. “Mr. Zhang Dianbin (China) (spoke in Chinese): We would like to thank you for convening today's meeting, Mr. President, and to welcome Foreign Minister Coulibaly to the Security Council. We would also like to thank Under-Secretary-General Lacroix for his briefing. The new Government in Mali has been working hard since it took office to advance the Malian peace process and implement the Agreement on Peace and Reconciliation in Mali, and has made some positive progress. The Government, the signatory armed groups and the relevant Malian stakeholders have made major efforts in that regard, which we welcome. Meanwhile, however, the security situation in northern and central Mali has got worse. There is rampant terrorist activity both in Mali iself and in neighbouring regions, which has a serious impact on the peace process.”

    2018-06-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8288 (2018) · source