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Zhang Jun

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first: 2019-08-02
most recent: 2023-12-19
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“Regrettably and unacceptably, however, Israel has turned a deaf ear to the common concerns of the international community, has chosen to further escalate its military operations in Gaza and has formally declared the launch of a ground assault. Secretary-General Guterres has warned that the population in Gaza is facing an avalanche of disaster. With one of the highest population densities in the world, Gaza is a territory that has been under blockade for 16 long years. Its 2.3 million innocent people are living in utter fear amid the indiscriminate bombardment and have been cut off from water, electricity, food and fuel for 21 days. Just last weekend, they experienced a communication blackout that lasted for nearly 36 hours.”
2023-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9462 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): First, I would like to thank Brazil for organizing today’s meeting at the request of the United Arab Emirates and China. I thank Commissioner-General Lazzarini, Executive Director Russell and Ms. Doughten for their briefings.IS/11. The briefings underscored once again the gravity of the situation in Gaza and the urgent need for the Council to act. Last Friday, at its tenth emergency special session, the General Assembly adopted resolution ES-10/21 by an overwhelming majority, which calls for an immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce leading to a cessation of hostilities, reflecting the widespread calls of the international community.”
2023-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9462 (2023) · source
“China supports a just and lasting solution acceptable to all parties, reached through consultations among parties as equals on the basis of the relevant Council resolutions. China supports the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General in continuing to step up mediation efforts for further progress in the political process on the basis of an in-depth understanding of the concerns of the parties. It is China’s hope that future Council discussions on the resolutions on MINURSO’s mandate can reflect the latest changes in the situation. We also hope that the penholder can facilitate full Council consultations to garner broader consensus.”
2023-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9460 (2023) · source
“Over the years, the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) has diligently fulfilled its Council mandate and made positive contributions to maintaining stability in Western Sahara and promoting a political settlement. Resolution 2703 (2023), just adopted, shows the Council’s determination to support the Mission in the performance of its duties and to politically resolve the question of Western Sahara. China is pleased to see the positive progress made in MINURSO’s logistical support and hopes that relevant parties will continue to strengthen communication and cooperation with the Mission in accordance with Council resolutions to enable the Mission to deliver on its mandate. China’s position on the question of Western Sahara is consistent and clear.”
2023-10-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9460 (2023) · source
“Therefore, I hope that we will all be honest, respect the facts, uphold justice and join forces to tackle the current issues effectively and chart a path whereby both Palestinians and Israelis can live in harmony, tranquillity, peace and happiness. The meeting rose at 4.50 p.m.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“China voted in favour of that draft resolution. However, it was vetoed (see S/PV. 9442). In my earlier statement, I made it abundantly clear that China is absolutely not denying Israel’s legitimate security concerns. However, we emphasize the need to pay equal attention to the legitimate security concerns and the legitimate rights of both Palestine and Israel. In the current circumstances, while trying to deal appropriately with this round of the conflict between Palestine and Israel, we cannot deny that the Palestinian people’s rights have not been properly guaranteed for a very long time, and we believe that root cause of the conflict lies in the fact that the issue of a two-State solution has not been properly settled.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I will be brief. I would like to say to the Permanent Representative of Israel only that it was not my intention to have a debate with Israel, and that Israel, in treating China as a rival, may have picked the wrong target. He should be aware that from the very start of this round of conflict between Palestine and Israel, China has unequivocally condemned all acts that harm civilians in violation of international law. When we refer to civilians, they include both Palestinian and Israeli civilians. The Permanent Representative of Israel made some comments regarding today’s draft resolutions (S/2023/792 and S/2023/795). I would like to remind him that just last week, there was a draft resolution before the Council (S/2023/773) that contained elements condemning Hamas attacks.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“We are ready to continue to work with the members of the Security Council and the international community to play a constructive role in putting an end to the fighting, protecting civilians, avoiding greater humanitarian disasters and achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting solution to the Palestinian issue.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“China has no selfish interests on the question of Palestine. Any initiative that contributes to peace will receive China’s staunch support. China will do its best to advance any endeavour that facilitates Palestinian- Israeli reconciliation. Since the outbreak of a new round of conflict between Palestine and Israel, China has actively advocated that the Security Council take meaningful action and make binding decisions on the situation between Palestine and Israel as soon as possible. We also emphasize that the actions and decisions of the Security Council must respect historical facts, take the correct direction, and reflect due responsibility and a will to rise to the occasion so as to ensure that they can withstand the test of morality and conscience.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“What we oppose is that the draft resolution attempts to establish a new narrative on the Palestinian-Israeli issue, ignoring the fact that the Palestinian territories have been occupied for a long time, and avoids the fundamental issue of independent statehood for the Palestinian people. It is alarming that the draft resolution deviates from the spirit of previous United Nations resolutions and embeds the dangerous logic of confrontation of civilizations and the justification of war and the use of force. If adopted, the draft resolution will completely ruin the prospects for the realization of the two-State solution and plunge the Palestinian and Israeli people into a vicious cycle of hatred and confrontation. Based on that, China will vote in favour of the draft resolution proposed by the Russian Federation (S/2023/795).”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“What we object to is that the draft resolution selectively avoids referring to the root causes of the current humanitarian crisis in Gaza and fails to urge Israel to lift its comprehensive blockade of Gaza and to rescind the evacuation order in northern Gaza. Such an evasive approach will only accelerate Gaza’s descent into an even greater humanitarian disaster. China in no way denies Israel’s security concerns. On the contrary, we have always strongly advocated paying equal attention to the security concerns and legitimate rights of both Israel and Palestine.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“On the contrary, we immediately and strongly condemn all violence and attacks against civilians and call for diplomatic efforts to promote the early release of the hostages. What we object to is that the draft resolution does not call on the parties concerned to stop the indiscriminate and asymmetric use of force, nor does it require a thorough investigation into the heinous attack on Al Ahli Hospital. This selective application of international law and these double standards will only push more innocent civilians to the brink of death. China is by no means indifferent to the suffering of the people in Gaza. On the contrary, China has consistently made strong calls for the opening of relief corridors, ensuring humanitarian access and avoiding a humanitarian disaster.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“On the contrary, we have always strongly called on the Council to play a responsible role. What we object to is that the draft resolution is evasive on the most pressing issue of ending the fighting and never calls for an immediate ceasefire in clear and unambiguous language. At this moment, a ceasefire is not only a diplomatic term, but means the life and death of many more civilians. It is irresponsible and extremely dangerous for a Security Council resolution to be ambiguous on issues of war and peace. It is tantamount to paving the way for large-scale military action and giving a green light to further escalation of war. China is by no means indifferent to acts that harm civilians.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“Many Council members, including China, Russia, the United Arab Emirates and Brazil, proposed amendments to the text. However, the sponsor, ignoring the major concerns of relevant members, made only cosmetic changes to the draft resolution before the text was put in blue in order to rush the Council to vote on it. In terms of its content, the draft resolution is seriously unbalanced and confuses right and wrong. In terms of its approach, it was introduced in haste and lacked the consensus it needed. In terms of effectiveness, it does not reflect the world’s very strong calls for a ceasefire and an end to the fighting, and it does not help resolve the issue. Based on the above, the draft resolution is evidently not in a position to be adopted. China in no way opposes that the Security Council take action.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): China voted against draft resolution S/2023/792. Our position is based on facts, law, conscience, justice and the urgent calls of the entire world, in particular the Arab countries. We all recall that last Wednesday, draft resolution S/2023/773, which focused on the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, emphasized the protection of civilians and was supported by an overwhelming majority of members of the Security Council, failed to be adopted owing to the use of the veto (see S/PV.9442). On Saturday evening, the United States introduced a new draft resolution that set aside the consensus of the members and included many elements that were still deeply divisive and went far beyond the humanitarian realm.”
2023-10-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9453 (2023) · source
“China has no self-interest in the Palestinian question. Any initiative that contributes to peace will receive our strong support, and we will pursue any endeavour that facilitates Palestinian-Israeli reconciliation with all our efforts. We will continue to stand on the side of international fairness and justice, international law and the legitimate aspirations of the wider Arab and Islamic world. We stay committed to working with the international community and making unremitting efforts to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting solution to the Palestinian question as soon as possible.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“Fundamentally, the approach needed to address the Palestinian-Israeli conflict is the implementation of a two-State solution and the achievement of peaceful coexistence between Palestine and Israel. Discussions on specific issues should not be taken out of that context, and the actions taken by the Security Council must not deviate from the right direction. If the Council fails in that, there will be no justice in the world, and the Council’s decisions may even be counterproductive. China has been working tirelessly to promote a cessation of hostilities and the restoration of peace. We have maintained close communication with all relevant parties and are committed to playing a responsible and constructive role in achieving a ceasefire, protecting civilians and avoiding an even deadlier humanitarian disaster.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“We call for a thorough investigation into the attack on Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza, which caused heavy civilian casualties. We oppose the forced displacement and relocation of Gazans and urge Israel to fulfil its obligations under international humanitarian law and immediately rescind the emergency evacuation order for northern Gaza. Fourthly, we must uphold fairness and justice. The root cause of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict lies in the prolonged illegal occupation of Palestinian territories, the long-standing neglect of Palestinians’ right to independent statehood and the lack of effective protection of the Palestinian people’s basic rights.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“The fresh conflict between Palestine and Israel has resulted in appalling civilian casualties. The values of life and conscience seem to pale into powerlessness before these repeated and indiscriminate attacks. The Security Council must resolutely defend the rule of law at the international level, unequivocally condemning all violence and attacks against civilians and opposing any acts in violation of international law. China calls for diplomatic efforts to secure the immediate release of detained hostages. At the same time, it should be pointed out that indiscriminate attacks and use of force are unacceptable. Civilian facilities such as hospitals and schools are not and should never become targets in military operations. The safety of United Nations staff and humanitarian and medical workers must be guaranteed.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“The Security Council should use the most unequivocal language possible in requiring the occupying Power to immediately lift the full siege of Gaza, restore water, electricity and fuel supplies and cease the collective punishment of the population there. We urge Israel to create favourable conditions for the normal operations of the Rafah crossing, stop air strikes on its surrounding areas and ensure safe and unimpeded channels for aid. China has provided emergency humanitarian assistance through the Palestinian Authority and United Nations agencies, and will continue to provide in-kind assistance based on the needs of the people in Gaza. Thirdly, it is imperative to uphold the red line of international humanitarian law regarding the protection of civilians.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“The Security Council must do everything in its power for peace instead of resorting to convoluted language and implicitly giving a green light to further escalation and acts that put more civilians in harm’s way. Secondly, preventing an even greater humanitarian catastrophe must be the top priority for all ongoing efforts. Gaza has been without power for 15 consecutive days. Water and fuel supplies have been cut off, and food, medicine and other basic necessities are about to run out. We appreciate the efforts made by Egypt and other countries in the region, as well as by Secretary-General Guterres, to open humanitarian corridors. However, the humanitarian supplies currently being allowed to enter Gaza are a drop in the bucket, and it is impossible to effectively meet Gaza’s humanitarian needs through the Rafah crossing alone.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“It must be pointed out that whatever the justification may be, if the fighting in Gaza is allowed to continue and escalate, the final outcome will not be a complete military victory for either side. Instead, the situation will very likely evolve into a catastrophe that will consume the entire region, completely dashing the prospects for a two-State solution and plunging the Palestinian and Israeli peoples into a perpetual vicious cycle of hatred and confrontation. That scenario runs counter to the goal that we have just heard representatives around this Chamber endorse, which is preventing a spillover of the situation. States should uphold their moral conscience rather than cling to geopolitical calculations, let alone double standards.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“First, pursuing a comprehensive ceasefire is an absolute priority and must be achieved without delay. That is the call made by Secretary-General Guterres. That is the appeal made by the leaders of Arab countries at the Cairo summit on 21 October. That is the plea made by the World Health Organization, the World Food Programme, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East and other humanitarian agencies working on the ground in Gaza, helping the local population. It is also a powerful demand from millions of ordinary people in Gaza and around the world. In the light of the overwhelming call from the international community, the Security Council must use clear and unambiguous language to demand an immediate ceasefire.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): I would like to welcome you, Sir, as you preside over today’s meeting, and to thank Secretary-General Guterres, Special Coordinator Wennesland and Ms. Hastings for their briefings. This meeting is very timely. We have heard many voices of justice. The tensions between Palestine and Israel have gripped the world’s attention since 7 October, and as we speak, the armed conflict keeps escalating. The situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, and the lives of more than 2 million innocent people in Gaza are hanging by a thread. Civilian casualties are rising with every passing minute. The eyes of the entire world are on this Chamber. We call on the Security Council to collectively take responsible and meaningful actions without delay and send an unequivocal, powerful and united message.”
2023-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9451 (2023) · source
“China is willing to continue to work with the international community to support the Haitian people in finding the right path to achieve long-term stability and sustainable development.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“China is deeply concerned about the increasingly dire humanitarian situation in Haiti and supports the United Nations and international and regional partners in continuing to increase humanitarian investment in Haiti. Recently, some regional Powers have called on their citizens to evacuate Haiti while continuing to forcibly repatriate large numbers of Haitian migrants. We are concerned about that trend and call on relevant countries to abide by international humanitarian law and effectively protect the human rights and dignity of Haitian migrants. The response to the Haitian crisis cannot be achieved without the support and assistance of the international community, but the key to solving the Haitian problem ultimately lies in the hands of the Haitian people.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“We urge the United States to effectively strengthen control measures, and we call on regional countries to cooperate closely with UNODC and the sanctions Committee in support of the Council’s continued attention to and monitoring of the relevant work. To comprehensively address the question concerning Haiti, the improvement of the humanitarian situation in Haiti must be prioritized. In addition to being in an economic quagmire, Haiti is experiencing a food crisis and has a large number of displaced people and vulnerable groups, including women and children, in difficult situations. The Haitian people did not create their current chaos, but they are, ultimately, the victims thereof.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“We hope that the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022), concerning Haiti, will work expeditiously to review and update the sanctions list and to monitor and ensure the full and effective implementation of sanctions measures. The imposition of a comprehensive arms embargo on Haiti is an important outcome of the recent work of the Council. All countries should resolutely implement Council resolutions and cut off the sources from which Haitian gangs acquire arms and ammunition. According to the recently released report of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the illegal flow of arms and ammunition into Haiti comes mainly from the United States.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“We also welcome the continued efforts of the Caribbean Community to promote a political solution to the crisis in Haiti. Curbing gun violence is key to a comprehensive solution to the question concerning Haiti. China hopes that the Multinational Security Support Mission to Haiti, the deployment of which was authorized by resolution 2699 (2023), will contribute to a stable security situation in Haiti. The Security Council must also make good use of the existing sanctions mechanism to effectively deter gang activities. China welcomes the Council’s authorization to extend for one year the sanctions regime for Haiti.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“China once again calls on all Haitian political parties to proceed based on the fundamental interests of their country and its people, to demonstrate effectively their sincerity and responsibility through dialogue, and to carry out political consultations with the strongest sense of urgency, with a view to reaching the broadest consensus on the transition arrangements and thereby creating conditions for the holding of free, fair, transparent and credible elections at an early date. China expects that BINUH, under the leadership of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Salvador, will endeavour to promote inclusive dialogue among all Haitian parties in order to reach a Haitian- led and -owned solution. China supports such efforts by BINUH.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“Without a legitimate, effective and accountable Government, it will be hard for any external effort responding to the crisis to have a lasting effect. Following the assassination of former President Moïse, Haiti experienced a political vacuum for more than two years, and the various parties and factions have thus far failed to reach a consensus on political transition arrangements and a road map for elections.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“Over the past few months, the Security Council has adopted three resolutions on Haiti (resolutions 2700 (2023), 2699 (2023) and 2692 (2023)), proposing new goals and initiatives to improve the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) and the security situation in Haiti and to impose sanctions to combat gangs. That is a strong response by the international community to the multidimensional crisis in Haiti. It also fully shows that a solution to the question concerning Haiti cannot be achieved through mere talk and piecemeal efforts but rather through accelerated action and integrated measures. The promotion of a political process is fundamental to a comprehensive solution for Haiti.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for coming to New York to preside over today’s meeting. I would also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Salvador, Executive Director Russell and Executive Director Waly for their briefings. I welcome the representatives of Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica to today’s meeting. I have also listened carefully to Ms. Manigat’s statement. With Haiti’s protracted political stalemate, more prevalent gang violence and an increasingly dire humanitarian situation, the tragic plight of the Haitian people has saddened the international community.”
2023-10-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9449 (2023) · source
“The third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation just concluded successfully in Beijing, with constructive outcomes. Over the past decade the Initiative has grown from a vision into reality, with more than 3,000 joint projects, while mobilizing almost $1 trillion in investment, lifting 40 million people out of poverty and turbocharging the connectivity and common development of all partner countries. Inspired by the Silk Road spirit of peace, cooperation, openness, inclusiveness, mutual learning and mutual benefits, we will continue to deepen cooperation with other countries and regional mechanisms around the world, join hands to build a community with a shared future for humankind and renew our contributions to promoting common development and safeguarding common security.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“We hope that the EU will practice true multilateralism, uphold the principle of sovereign equality, pay equal attention to the legitimate security concerns of all countries and respect the development path chosen independently by each country. The EU should leverage its resource advantages, respond to the needs of developing countries and increase targeted financial and technical support to the global South. At the same time, we firmly oppose the use of human rights as a pretext for interfering in the internal affairs of States. These times call for unity and cooperation, without which an effective response to various global challenges will be impossible. Ten years ago, President Xi Jinping proposed the Belt and Road Initiative.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“As a dialogue partner of ASEAN, the United Nations should support ASEAN’s leadership and its methods for resolving the situation in Myanmar and other regional issues and should create conditions for ASEAN to garner consensus and bring its weight to bear. The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has set up a platform for inclusive dialogue among all parties and actors in Haiti and has made active efforts in support of a Haitian-owned and Haitian-led political solution. We support the United Nations and CARICOM in strengthening their interaction and jointly promoting a settlement of the crisis in Haiti. The European Union (EU) is an active advocate of multilateralism.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“The United Nations should strengthen coordination and form synergies with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Afghanistan contact group and the neighbouring countries of Afghanistan mechanism to help the country achieve lasting security, development and prosperity. Since its inception, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has been active in promoting regional economic integration and building a regional cooperation architecture with ASEAN at the centre. As such, ASEAN plays an increasingly important role in maintaining regional peace, stability, development and prosperity.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“China supports the United Nations and the African Union in stepping up their cooperation, taking stock of the lessons learned in addressing hotspot issues in Africa and better promoting peace and development on the continent. The United Nations should help Africa improve its capabilities in peacekeeping, maintaining stability and combating terrorism, and should provide it with the necessary resources. Afghanistan is at a critical juncture of peace and reconstruction. The countries of the region, especially Afghanistan’s neighbours, have played a constructive role in promoting a smooth transition in the country.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“The eruption of renewed conflict between Palestine and Israel shows that piecemeal crisis management is unsustainable and that a comprehensive and just solution to the Palestinian question cannot be delayed. China supports the League of Arab States and the wider Arab world in playing a leading role on the Palestinian issue. The United Nations and its Security Council should heed the calls of Arab countries; strengthen coordination with regional mechanisms such as the Arab League and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation; take robust measures based on the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Arab Peace Initiative and other international consensuses in order to promote an immediate ceasefire; and make every effort to ensure the safety of civilians in order to prevent an even deadlier humanitarian disaster.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“Extreme caution must be exercised in the threat or use of force. Fourthly, we need to eliminate the root causes of conflicts. Regional mechanisms should make coordinated efforts along the peace continuum in all three of its stages, namely, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and post-conflict reconstruction. In particular, regional mechanisms should help developing countries and least developed countries to strengthen their capacity- building and improve their living standards. It is also vital to help post-conflict countries to join regional cooperation processes and achieve lasting peace. The Palestinian-Israeli situation is the most pressing issue before us.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“Confrontation between camps should be avoided. Secondly, we need to strengthen communication and coordination. International and regional mechanisms should draw on and reinforce one another in trust-building, good offices and the maintenance of peace. Regional mechanisms are uniquely positioned to resolve regional issues through regional solutions. The United Nations should strengthen overall coordination, optimize resource allocation and enhance the capabilities of various mechanisms. Thirdly, we need to prioritize preventive diplomacy. Regional mechanisms should embrace a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security concept and peacefully resolve disputes through dialogue, consultation, mediation and good offices to prevent the escalation or proliferation of crises.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“In today’s world, given the heightened turmoil at the international and regional levels and the continuous flare-ups of geopolitical conflicts and hotspot issues, the ways in which regional mechanisms can coordinate efforts with the United Nations to maintain common security deserve serious consideration and discussion. I would like to make the following points. First, in compliance with the Charter, regional mechanisms must always abide by international law and the basic norms governing international relations, respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries and respect the will and choices of the people of the countries concerned. Any enforcement actions must strictly comply with the authorization of the Council. Regional efforts must be guided by openness and toler- ance.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“Mr. Zhang Jun (China) (spoke in Chinese): China commends Brazil for convening this open debate on the role of regional mechanisms. I thank Assistant Secretary-General Khiari for his briefing. I also listened attentively to the statements made by Ms. Bachelet, Mr. Mbeki and the civil society representative. The Security Council has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. At the same time, Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nations encourages the pacific settlement of disputes through regional arrangements. Over the years, various regional arrangements have played an active role in promoting the settlement of conflicts and disputes, maintaining international peace and stability and complementing the role of the United Nations.”
2023-10-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9448 (2023) · source
“China has been making continuous efforts in that regard. We will continue to work with the international community to play a constructive role in the ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, the protection of civilians and the prevention of a furtherance of the humanitarian crisis in order to realize a comprehensive, just and lasting solution to the question of Palestine.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“In the face of the continuing spread of conflicts and the increasingly imminent humanitarian disaster, the Security Council has no reason to remain silent and no excuse to delay further. China does not agree with the claim that Council actions would interfere with ongoing diplomatic efforts. Although the draft resolutions proposed by Russia (S/2023/773) and Brazil (S/2023/772) have not been adopted, the Security Council cannot stop now. China expects all members of the Security Council to shoulder their responsibilities under the Charter of the United Nations, meet the expectations of the Palestinian and the Israeli peoples and of the international community, move forward in unity and build consensus and make binding decisions on the current crisis situation that will stand the test of history and human conscience.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“Both the Palestinians and the Israelis have the right to be free from fear, and the security of both should be equally protected. Thirdly, international humanitarian law must be followed. The basic needs of the people of Gaza must be ensured, the humanitarian corridor must be opened immediately, and the hostages must be released. Fourthly, the fundamental solution to the Palestinian-Israeli question lies in the implementation of a two-State solution based on the relevant United Nations resolutions and other international consensus to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting settlement, so that Palestine and Israel can live side by side in peace. The Security Council bears the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“China welcomes any initiative that is conducive to mitigating the humanitarian crisis and reducing the suffering of civilians and supports all efforts aimed at de-escalating the conflict and restoring peace. We hope that all parties concerned will maintain impartiality, actively leveraging their influence to promote calm and restraint and work for the cessation of hostilities as soon as possible. Given the current circumstances, all diplomatic efforts should work to send a unified signal. First, there are no winners in war. Violence in response to violence can lead only to more serious crises. There must be an immediate ceasefire, an abandonment of military means and a return to the track of dialogue and negotiation. Secondly, all violence and attacks against civilians should be rejected.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“Without a comprehensive ceasefire, any amount of humanitarian assistance will be a drop in the bucket. If the current fight in Gaza is allowed to drag on, the end result will not be a complete military victory for any side. Instead, it will most likely be a catastrophe that will engulf the entire region and completely end the prospect for a two-State solution, plunging the Palestinian and Israeli peoples into a vicious cycle of hatred and confrontation. Arab countries have issued a strong call for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire. The international community should heed the just call of Arab countries and the Palestinian people. We should unite all current diplomatic efforts towards that goal.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“Given the current circumstances, there is no time to lose in protecting the safety of civilians, carrying out humanitarian relief and preventing a humanitarian crisis. We call on Israel to lift the full blockade of Gaza, rescind the emergency evacuation order and stop the air strikes around the Rafah crossing. We welcome the international community’s efforts to open the humanitarian corridor and look forward to substantive progress in the relevant communications and arrangements as soon as possible. We appreciate the important role played by Egypt and other countries of the region in that regard. Developments over the past few days have amply demonstrated that an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire must be the overriding priority. For as long as the war continues, more violations of international humanitarian law are inevitable.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source
“The indiscriminate use of force is not acceptable, and the safety of humanitarian medical workers must be guaranteed. We urge Israel to effectively fulfil its obligations under international humanitarian law. If we look around in Gaza right now, tragedies like the one at Al Ahli Hospital are constantly unfolding as a result of the total blockade imposed by Israel. The supply of water, electricity and fuel in the Gaza Strip has been cut off. Basic and urgently needed supplies such as food and medicine are dwindling. Tens of thousands of Gazans have been forced to move south because of the emergency evacuation order issued by Israel, but have suffered from air strikes in the south, as well. From the north to the south, Gaza is full of frightened children and desperate mothers.”
2023-10-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9443 (2023) · source