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Zhang Yishan

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2002-03-27

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2006-06-07

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1. “We believe that this is part and parcel of the effort to promote the implementation of the completion strategies of the Tribunals.”

   2006-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5453 (2006) · source

2. “At the same time, we also urge the Tribunals, the ICTY in particular, to continue working on referring cases involving intermediate and low-ranking accused to competent national jurisdictions. For that purpose, we appeal to countries in a position to do so to continue to provide further financial and technical assistance, and to assist countries in the region in their judicial capacity- building, so that they will be equipped, sooner rather than later, to conduct trials. In addition, cooperation between and among countries in the region represents an important guarantee of the timely completion of the mandates of the Tribunals. Lastly, it is our hope that the Security Council will consider as soon as possible the arrangements for work after the two Tribunals have completed their mandates.”

   2006-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5453 (2006) · source

3. “As we approach the deadline set in the completion strategies, the Security Council has done considerable work for the purposes of attaining those goals, including, in response to the recommendation and requests of the Tribunals, adopting resolutions in support of the work of the Tribunals. We believe that, in order to ensure the successful completion of the work of the Tribunals, it is worth considering extending, where appropriate, the mandates of the judges and increasing, where necessary, the use of ad litem judges to assist in the work of the Tribunals. In order to carry out the completion strategies, it would be right for the Tribunals to focus on improving the efficiency of their proceedings.”

   2006-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5453 (2006) · source

4. “We note also that the ICTY is making consistent efforts to refer cases involving intermediate- and lower-ranking accused to the competent national jurisdictions. However, we believe that, due to a multitude of factors, the progress achieved and the results of the work done in that area are not evident enough. With respect to the ICTR, we appreciate the consistent manner in which it is carrying out its work as well as the ongoing efforts it has been making to implement the completion strategy. We are also satisfied with the efforts of the ICTR in terms of transferring cases involving intermediate- and lower- ranking accused to the competent national jurisdictions. In addition, we are immensely interested in the ICTR's outreach programme.”

   2006-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5453 (2006) · source

5. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, I wish to thank President Pocar and Prosecutor Del Ponte of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) as well as President Mose and Prosecutor Jallow of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) for the reports on their respective tribunals. China welcomes the recommendations submitted by the working group on speeding up trials aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the proceedings. We believe that it is in the interest of the Tribunals to enhance the efficiency of their proceedings, drawing on the strengths and advantages of the civil law as well as the common law system, and embark on a trial process that is closely managed by the judges of the tribunals.”

   2006-06-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5453 (2006) · source

6. “In April 2006, China deposited with Secretary-General Annan its instrument of ratification of the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism, demonstrating yet again our support for international cooperation in counter- terrorism. In the future, China will continue constructively to participate in counter-terrorism cooperation and, as always, to support and actively take part in the work of the three committees to promote the implementation of the relevant resolutions of the Security Council.”

   2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

7. “If that should occur, it would be difficult to expect proactive coordination and cooperation on the part of other Member States. The international community should unite in its efforts and demonstrate a tireless opposition to terrorism. It should regard the terrorist forces that threaten any country as an enemy of all and combat them with resolve, leaving terrorists with no place to hide. Only thus will the international fight against terrorism be complete and effective. China made that point during the General Assembly's discussion on formulating a global counter-terrorism strategy. China has always supported and actively participated in the international counter-terrorism struggle.”

   2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

8. “Looking back over the past three months, we can see that terrorist activities have remained rampant and that the fight against terrorism remains a long and arduous task. As the common enemy of the international community of humankind, all terrorist activities constitute a serious threat to international peace and security, regardless of their motivation, timing and location and the identity of the perpetrators. In the fight against terrorism, we should not exclusively focus on and combat those terrorist organizations and individuals that threaten ourselves, while being permissive and ambivalent towards those that do not pose a direct threat to us and our allies; much less should we fail to respond to the legitimate requirements of other countries or even raise obstacles on the basis of other motivations.”

   2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

9. “As to the consolidation of country reports, China believes that the three committees have different responsibilities and focus on different areas of work, although those do overlap to a certain extent. At the same time, the Committees all place heavy reporting requirements on Member States, bringing considerable pressure to bear. China encourages the three committees and their respective experts to continue to coordinate among themselves and to adopt appropriate measures to streamline their work, reduce the reporting burden on Member States, and assist them in finding solutions to their difficulties and thereby more efficiently and effectively to implement the relevant resolutions.”

   2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

10. “China welcomes the seamless extension by the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) of its mandate. We hope that the Committee will establish a comprehensive and balanced programme of work as soon as possible, in accordance with resolution 1673 (2006) and the recommendations contained in the Committee's report. In July 2006, with the joint support of the United Nations, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway and Australia, China will host a seminar in Beijing on the implementation of resolution 1540 (2004) in the Asia-Pacific region. We believe that the meeting will achieve results. We also hope that the three committees will continue to strengthen coordination and cooperation on the current basis.”

    2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

11. “The Counter-Terrorism Committee has increased its technical assistance and coordination, strengthened its dialogue with Member States and begun to discus ways and means of deepening its relationships with international, regional and subregional organizations. In the future, the CTC should accelerate its S/l'V.5446 implementation of resolution 1624 (2005), for there is not much time left before it must submit its report. The relevant recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) have an important role to play in counter-terrorism financing. China supports the appropriate dissemination of those recommendations by CTC. At the same time, the representation of developing countries on the FATF should be increased. Only thus can it play a greater role in counter- terrorism.”

    2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

12. “It is our hope that, in the next phase of its work, the Committee will focus its priorities on an extensive, in- depth and practical exploration of the quality of the sanctions and its listing and delisting procedures, so as to reach a common understanding on ways to refine the list at an early date. Along with improving the quality of the list, efforts should be made to ensure that the procedure is fair and transparent and to avoid double standards. Only in that way will we ensure that the Committee's work is respected and supported by the vast majority of Member States. And only in that way will it be generally conducive to the promotion of international cooperation against terrorism.”

    2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

13. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation would like to thank Ambassador Mayoral, Loj and Burian for their briefings on the work of the 1267 Committee, the Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) and the 1540 Committee, respectively. China would like to make the following comments, and express its hopes, with regard to those Committees. The visit by the Chairperson of the 1267 Committee has enhanced understanding and cooperation between Member States and the Committee. In conjunction with the consideration of the fourth report of the Monitoring Team and through letters by its Chairman, the Committee has enhanced understanding and attention on the part of Member States as concerns the implementation of sanctions.”

    2006-05-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5446 (2006) · source

14. “We sincerely hope that stability and unity can be maintained in Lebanon, which would not only contribute to domestic security and development but would promote the peace and stability of its neighbours and of the entire Middle East region. All external help should be offered with a constructive attitude. It should take into full consideration the sensitivity and complexity of the issues concerned and should avoid adding new elements of instability. China is ready to join the rest of the international community in a common effort to find solutions to questions between Palestine and Israel, between Syria and Lebanon, and between Lebanon and Israel, so that a comprehensive, just and lasting peace can be established in the Middle East at an early date.”

    2006-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5440 (2006) · source

15. “In the light of that, China hoped that the sponsors of today's draft resolution would make corresponding changes to the draft text so that consensus could be reached in the Council and a positive, balanced and constructive message could be sent out. We have taken note, with appreciation, of the efforts made by the sponsors. Regrettably, the changes made did not resolve our fundamental concerns. Therefore, China was obliged to abstain in the voting on the draft resolution. At present, Lebanon is at a crucial historical turning point. We congratulate the Government and the people of Lebanon on the progress that they have made.”

    2006-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5440 (2006) · source

16. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): It has been the consistent View of China that the principle of respect for sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and non-interference in domestic affairs should be upheld in international relations. That is also the core principle in the foreign policy of China. It is also a fundamental principle established in the United Nations Charter. China fully understands and supports the desire and demand of Lebanon to establish diplomatic relations and to define its borders with its neighbours. We sincerely hope that Lebanon and Syria will continue bilateral dialogue so that an appropriate solution can be gradually found.”

    2006-05-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5440 (2006) · source

17. “On the basis of our political support for the AU and in order to establish conditions for the speediest possible implementation of the resolution, we have not pressed our objections, but that should not be construed as constituting a precedent for the Security Council's future discussion and adoption of new resolutions on the Sudan. At the appropriate time, there should be a specific agreement based on specific circumstances. With respect to the United Nations peacekeeping operation that is to succeed AMIS, our country's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Li Zhaoxing, laid out China's position at last week's Security Council meeting of foreign ministers. We believe that, if the United Nations is to deploy a peacekeeping operation in Darfur, the agreement and cooperation of the Sudanese Government must be obtained.”

    2006-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5439 (2006) · source

18. “All sides need to promote conditions conducive to the implementation of the agreement. China welcomes the fact that resolution 1679 (2006) reflects the aforementioned issues, particularly its wording on strengthening the capacities of the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS), consistent with the AU's decision and request. We have therefore voted in favour of the resolution. We note, however, that China still has reservations concerning the resolution's invocation of Chapter VII of the Charter. The heading of Chapter VII reads "Action with respect to the threats to the peace, breaches of the peace, and acts of aggression". The contents of resolution 1679 (2006) are clearly inconsistent with that wording.”

    2006-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5439 (2006) · source

19. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): In Abuja on 5 May, the Sudanese Government and the Sudanese Liberation Movement signed the Darfur peace agreement, marking a turning point in the Sudanese peace process. China welcomes the convening by the Peace and Security Council of the African Union of a ministerial meeting on 15 May, at which follow-up action was discussed and a communique issued. In our view, the following issues are of the greatest urgency. First, the parties that have not yet signed the peace agreement must be urged to do so in swift response to the request of the African Union (AU). Secondly, all parties in the Sudan must be asked to honour their commitments and to implement the agreement in a comprehensive, timely and faithful manner.”

    2006-05-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5439 (2006) · source

20. “The recent unfortunate incidents in Timor-Leste are a warning that the situation in Timor-Leste remains fragile, and past experience in peacekeeping operations also tells us that we must redouble our resolute efforts, especially when success is in sight. Against that backdrop, the Chinese delegation welcomes and supports the request made by the Government of Timor-Leste for the continued support of the United Nations. We fully endorse the recommendation of the Secretary-General that an integrated United Nations office be established. We look forward to conducting serious consultations with other members of the Council and to reaching agreement as soon as possible.”

    2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source

21. “While we are pleased at the achievements made in Timor-Leste thus far, we should also be aware of the fact that Timor-Leste is one of the youngest and poorest countries in the world and that the path of peaceful nation-building remains difficult and challenging. The presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for 2007 not only represent an arduous undertaking for Timor-Leste but also constitute a real test of the results of the support provided that country by the international community and the United Nations. As stated in the report of the Secretary-General, that test must be successful.”

    2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source

22. “China takes this opportunity to congratulate the people and Government of Timor- Leste. We cannot forget that - from the United Nations Mission in East Timor to the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor, from the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor to the United Nations Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) - the United Nations staff and the people of Timor-Leste have, with great effort, jointly written a proud success story and provided valuable experiences for United Nations peacekeeping operations and post-conflict reconstruction. As the mandate of UNOTIL draws to an end, I wish to thank and pay tribute to all its staff, Mr. Hasegawa and all his predecessors.”

    2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source

23. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): The Chinese delegation welcomes Mr. Ramos-Horta, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Timor- Leste, who has made a special trip to attend today's open meeting. We thank him for his detailed briefing on the current situation in Timor-Leste. We should also like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hasegawa for his briefing on the Secretary-General's report and the latest developments in Timor-Leste. In 15 days, Timor-Leste will celebrate the fourth anniversary of its independence. Over the past four years, with the strong support of the international community, the Government and people of Timor-Leste have registered admirable achievements. Today, the young Timor-Leste is already firmly on the path of peaceful nation-building.”

    2006-05-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5432 (2006) · source

24. “In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I now invite Council members to a private meeting to continue our discussion of the subject. The meeting rose at 11.05 am.”

    2006-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5417 (2006) · source

25. “Fouad Siniora, Prime Minister of Lebanon, was escorted to a seat at the Council table. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Atieh (Syrian Arab Republic) took the seat reserved for him at the Council table. The President (spoke in Chinese): The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Security Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I welcome the presence of the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. Kofi Annan, at this meeting. I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Fouad Siniora, Prime Minister of Lebanon.”

    2006-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5417 (2006) · source

26. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received letters from the representatives of Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic in which they request to be invited to participate in the consideration of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite those representatives to participate in the consideration of the item, without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. There being no objection, it is so decided. On behalf of the Council, I extend a warm welcome to His Excellency Mr. Fouad Siniora, Prime Minister of Lebanon. I request the Deputy Chief of Protocol to escort the Prime Minister to his seat at the Council table. Mr.”

    2006-04-21 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5417 (2006) · source

27. “I thank the Minister of Defence of Uganda for his statement and for the kind words he addressed to my country concerning its assumption to the presidency of the Council for this month. In accordance with the understanding reached in the Council's prior consultations, I shall now invite Council members to a private meeting to continue our discussion on the subject. The meeting rose at 10.45 am.”

    2006-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5415 (2006) · source

28. “I thank the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uganda for his statement. I also thank him for the congratulations he addressed to my country on its assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I now give the floor to His Excellency Mr. Amama Mbabazi, Minister of Defence of Uganda.”

    2006-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5415 (2006) · source

29. “Sam Kutesa, and to the Minister of Defence of Uganda, His Excellency Mr. Amama Mbabazi. The Security Council will now begin its consideration of the item on its agenda. The Council is meeting in accordance with the understanding reached in its prior consultations. I now give the floor to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uganda, Mr. Sam Kutesa.”

    2006-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5415 (2006) · source

30. “I should like to inform the Council that I have received a letter from the representative of Uganda, in which he requests that his delegation be invited to participate in the discussion of the item on the Council's agenda. In conformity with the usual practice, I propose, with the consent of the Council, to invite that delegation to participate in the discussion without the right to vote, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Charter and rule 37 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure. At the invitation of the President, Mr. Sam Kutesa (Uganda) and Mr. Amama Mbabazi (Uganda) took seats at the Council table. The President (spoke in Chinese): On behalf of the Council, I extend a warm welcome to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uganda, His Excellency Mr.”

    2006-04-19 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5415 (2006) · source

31. “Hariri, with a view to uncovering the truth and upholding justice for the victims. At the same time, we hope that the establishment of such a tribunal will facilitate the maintenance of peace and stability in Lebanon and in the Middle East as a whole.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

32. “We are pleased to note that, since the beginning of March, many rounds of national dialogue have been held in Lebanon and that certain basic agreements have been reached. We hope that that process will help all factions in Lebanon to reach consensus on major issues affecting the fate of the country. Yesterday, the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 1664 (2006), authorizing the Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Lebanese Government on the details relating to the establishment of a tribunal of an international character. We support the efforts of the United Nations International Independent Investigation Commission, led by Mr. Brammertz, to complete, as soon as possible and in accordance with the authorization by the Security Council, the investigation into the assassination of Mr.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

33. “China follows developments in the Middle East situation with close interest and has always tried to promote the early establishment of a just and lasting peace in the Middle East. It is our view that all agreements reached in the past should continue to be honoured and implemented. We greatly appreciate the positive indications given by President Abbas. At the same time, we believe that all of the resources belonging to Palestine should be returned to the people of Palestine in a timely manner, so as to improve the lives of the general population in Palestine. China will continue to work with various parties to promote negotiations and advocate peace so that the peace process in the Middle East can make positive headway.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

34. “China has consistently stressed that the key to the settlement of the Middle East question is the establishment of mutual trust between Israel and Palestine, the renunciation of violence and the search, through peaceful negotiation, for a settlement which is truly in the fundamental interests of the peoples. The road map for peace in the Middle East remains the most viable option for the settlement of the conflict between Israel and Palestine. It is our hope that the leadership on both sides will display statesmanship in their consideration of the various questions and resume their dialogue with a view to promoting the implementation of the road map so as to carry out the important tasks that history and their peoples have bestowed on them, and to live up to the ardent aspirations of their peoples and of the international community.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

35. “The sticking point at present is that the two sides have yet to establish mutual trust, the lack of which leads to turbulence in the security situation and to the deterioration of the humanitarian situation. It also results in great harm and injury to the general population and has a direct impact on the peace and stability of the Middle East region as a whole. This situation must be resolved. In China's view, since it is a matter of fact that Israel exists as a State, it is understandable that it should have concerns about its security. At the same time, the basic rights of the Palestinians should be guaranteed. The reasonable demands of the Palestinians, such as the establishment of a State, should also be satisfied.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

36. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): I should like first of all to thank Assistant Secretary- General Kalomoh for his informative briefing. The past month has witnessed the beginning of an unprecedented new phase in the situation between Israel and Palestine. A new Hamas-led Government was established, and the Kadima party won the parliamentary election in Israel. Those developments are reflections of the will of the peoples of Palestine and Israel. The international community should respect the democratic choices made by the peoples of Palestine and Israel. After years of bloodshed and conflict, the peoples of Palestine and Israel earnestly yearn for the early start of a life of peace and stability. The Governments and their leaders on both sides have accepted such choices for a peaceful settlement.”

    2006-03-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5404 (2006) · source

37. “At the same time, we have actively participated in international exchanges and cooperation by holding international seminars, providing assistance to countries and regions concerned within our capabilities, and keeping regular operational links with the concerned departments of other countries and international organizations. We are ready to continue to take part in the international endeavour against the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in a vigorous and constructive manner.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

38. “That has played an important role in effectively reducing illicit trafficking in small arms and light weapons and enhancing regional peace and stability. China supports the Security Council as it continues to play an important role on the issue of small arms and light weapons, pursuant to its mandate. In addressing that issue, the Council should coordinate with other United Nations bodies so as to complement and promote each other's work. The Chinese Government has always attached great importance to combating the illicit traffic in small arms and light weapons. We have taken an active part in the international endeavour in that area. In recent years, China has adopted a series of specific measures in domestic legislation, law enforcement, capacity- building and institution-building. We have earnestly implemented the Programme of Action.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

39. “Fourthly, it should continue to encourage the international community actively to help the countries concerned to develop their economy, eradicate poverty, social injustice and other hidden security hazards, and to achieve peace, stability and development, thus removing the root causes of the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. We are glad to note that the issue of small arms and light weapons has received the full attention of the Security Council. Several open debates have been held and a number of presidential statements adopted. At the same time, the Security Council has stressed the importance of the small arms and light weapons issue when reviewing such questions as the protection of civilians, women and children in armed conflict.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

40. “Secondly, it should emphasize the implementation of Programme of Action-related follow-up actions, including effectively implementing the International Instrument on the marking and tracing of illicit small arms and light weapons and initiating in a timely manner the work of the group of governmental experts on combating the illicit brokering of small arms and light weapons. Thirdly, the conference will be an opportunity to adopt further specific measures, strengthen international coordination and cooperation, and give full play to the lead role of the United Nations.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

41. “The United Nations conference to review progress made in the implementation of the Programme of Action will be held in New York from 26 June to 7 July this year. That meeting will mark another milestone in combating the illicit traffic in small arms. We hope that the international community will use that opportunity to help the meeting produce substantial results in the following areas. First, it should further clarify that States bear the primary responsibility for combating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons so as to prompt them to enhance their capacity and institution-building accordingly, strengthen the management and control of small arms and light weapons, and prevent the outflow of such weapons to illegal channels.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

42. “In 2003 and 2005, two United Nations biannual meetings on the implementation of the Programme of Action were successful in further enhancing the comprehensive implementation of the Programme. The International Instrument to Enable States to Identify and Trace, in a Timely and Reliable Manner, Illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons, concluded in 2005, has demonstrated the international community's political will and determination to fight the illicit problem of small arms and light weapons. In addition, various international and regional seminars on small arms and light weapons have played an important role in forging international consensus and in increasing the exchange of experience and information.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

43. “In recent years, the United Nations and the international community have focused on the issue of small arms and light weapons, have made many efforts and have achieved some progress in seeking solutions to that problem. The Protocol against the Illicit Manufacturing of and Trafficking in Firearms, Their Parts and Components and Ammunition, supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, and the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects were concluded in 2001. They have provided a legal and policy basis for the solution of the question of small arms and light weapons.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

44. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): I wish at the outset to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this meeting. I should also like to take this opportunity to thank the Mission of Argentina for its efforts in drafting, and organizing consultations on, the draft resolution on small arms and light weapons. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Ms. Hoppe, Officer-in-Charge of the Department for Disarmament Affairs, for her briefing. The excessive accumulation of and illicit trade in small arms and light weapons have exacerbated warfare in certain countries and regions, disrupted peace processes and the smooth operation of post- conflict reconstruction, and bolstered terrorism, drug trafficking and other criminal activities, with negative political, economic and social repercussions.”

    2006-03-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5390 (2006) · source

45. “There is an old Chinese saying that one flaw cannot obscure the splendor ofjade. In contrast to all of the efforts and contributions of the entire peacekeeping team, only a small handful of people have engaged in such disgraceful behaviour. China resolutely believes that with joint efforts on the part of the Secretariat, troop-contributing countries and all the parties concerned, this problem will be resolved. China will continue to make positive efforts in that direction.”

    2006-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5379 (2006) · source

46. “China has taken note of the fact that most of those proposals have been implemented and that initial results have been achieved in eliminating and preventing sexual exploitation and abuse by peacekeeping personnel. China resolutely supports the proposals put forward by Prince Zeid, especially as concerns the recommendation that the United Nations formulate and implement a "zero-tolerance" policy for sexual exploitation and abuse in peacekeeping operations. The next step should be to focus on prevention and response and to severely punish the perpetrators. At the same time, we need to formulate effective measures with respect to assistance to victims, revise the model memorandum of understanding between the United Nations and troop-contributing countries, and work to improve the entertainment facilities available to peacekeepers.”

    2006-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5379 (2006) · source

47. “That is not only shocking to us but also a disgrace to peacekeeping operations. Like other members, China is deeply concerned in this respect. If we cannot find an adequate and comprehensive solution to this problem, there is no doubt that it will undermine existing peacekeeping operations and impose serious constraints on the future deployment of new peacekeeping operations. Last year the General Assembly's Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations discussed this issue and put forward a series of corrective measures and proposals that included the investigation and punishment of suspected perpetrators, the revision of the relevant codes of conduct and legal provisions, and the enhancement of pre-deployment training for peacekeeping personnel and of educational campaigns.”

    2006-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5379 (2006) · source

48. “Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): Before I make my statement, I wish sincerely to thank Mr. Guehenno, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, for his briefing. I should like also to thank the Adviser to the Secretary-General on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by United Nations Peacekeeping Personnel, Prince Zeid, for his report. Their briefings enabled the Security Council to understand better the situation. We deem it very significant for us to consider this issue. In recent years, all the parties have deepened their understanding of the positive role played by peacekeeping operations and have also increased their inputs in that respect. At the same time, however, there has been a succession of occurrences of involvement by peacekeeping personnel in sexual exploitation and abuse.”

    2006-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5379 (2006) · source

49. “The United Nations Integrated Office in Sierra Leone is soon to be established, and we hope that it will begin to function efficiently and according to schedule. We are confident that through joint efforts by the Sierra Leone Government and the international community, Sierra Leone will have a bright future ahead of it.”

    2005-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5334 (2005) · source

50. “Today, in Sierra Leone, basic stability has been achieved, the national authority has been extended throughout the country, and economic recovery has made significant headway. Those encouraging achievements can be attributed to the efforts of UNAMSIL. The Mission also implemented numerous innovative approaches, including an exit strategy based on benchmarks, the concept of an integrated mission and a coordination mechanism for subregional peacekeeping forces. Those approaches will, no doubt, provide useful lessons for other peacekeeping operations. As the Secretary-General points out in his latest report, many challenges lie ahead in the reconstruction of Sierra Leone. We urge the international community to continue to provide Sierra Leone with the assistance it needs to promote lasting peace and development.”

    2005-12-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.5334 (2005) · source