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Zhang Yishan

lines on the record: 506
first: 2002-03-27
most recent: 2006-06-07
sittings or episodes: 108
sources: un-security-council

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“It is precisely for that reason that the work of the Programme has won the widespread praise and commendation ofthe international community. The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan has been an issue of common concern to the international community for a long time. WFP has overcome various difficulties and delivered a great deal of food aid and other assistance, thereby helping to alleviate the humanitarian situation there. In the light ofthe changed situation on the ground after the establishment of the Afghan Interim Administration, the WFP has adjusted its mode of operation by shifting the focus of its work from relief to rehabilitation. In February this year, the WFP announced a $285 million assistance package for Afghanistan to provide much-needed food.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507Resumption1 (2002) · source
“Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): First of all, I would like to thank Ms. Bertini for her briefing, which impressed us a great deal. We heard not merely a report, but a very touching story of success. As the front-line agency in the United Nations system with the mandate to eliminate hunger, the World Food Programme (WFP) has, for many years, been doing its utmost to provide emergency food aid to those States and people that are suffering, and has helped to alleviate humanitarian crises. Whenever there is a food crisis caused by a natural or man-made disaster, whether in Africa, Latin America or Asia, the staff of the WFP - including Ms. Bertini - are always involved. Their timely assistance has not only saved many lives, but lent strong support to efforts aimed at conflict resolution in the countries and regions concerned.”
2002-04-04 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4507Resumption1 (2002) · source
“We would note also that, not long ago, remarks were made that are harmful to peaceful coexistence among the countries of the region and that are detrimental to the stability of Kosovo and ofthe region as a whole. This has drawn the attention of the international community. We hope that such events will not be repeated. In conclusion, we hope that the parties concerned will effectively implement resolution 1244 (1999) and continue to work towards peace, stability and economic development in the region ofthe Balkans.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“We hope also that the Kosovo coalition Government, with the help of UNMIK, will implement strictly resolution 1244 (1999), so as to establish a harmonious and multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. The Chinese delegation welcomes the efforts made in Skopje, with the facilitation of Mr. Steiner, to establish a joint expert committee to address border problems. We hope that this committee will play an active role in helping both sides implement resolution 1244 (1999). On the basis of the border demarcation agreement signed by the Government of Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, it will be possible effectively to address the practical border issues between Pristina and Skopje, so as to ensure normal living conditions for people on the ground.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“Covie in this regard. The overall situation in Kosovo has been stable recently. Progress is being made with respect to the political process and to economic development. Of note is the fact that the various parties in Kosovo have reached an agreement on a coalition Government. We welcome this progress. However, we cannot overlook the fact that transboundary organized crime and arms trafficking remain serious concerns. There has been no notable improvement in the security situation in minority areas, and the return of ethnic minorities is occurring at a slow pace. We hope that UNMIK will strengthen its cooperation with Belgrade to make further efforts to address the problems I mentioned earlier.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source
“Mr. Zhang Yishan (China) (spoke in Chinese): At the outset, like my colleagues who spoke before me, I should like to thank Assistant Secretary-General Hedi Annabi for his briefing. The Chinese delegation welcomes the presence of Mr. Covie, Deputy Prime Minister of the Yugoslav constituent Republic of Serbia, and we thank him for his important statement. We endorse his views. We believe that the top priorities in Kosovo at present are, first, institution-building, and secondly, the building of a genuinely multi-ethnic society. In his statement, Deputy Prime Minister Covie noted that all prisoners of Albanian origin have been transferred from Serbia to the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). This will facilitate national reconciliation and mutual trust. We deeply appreciate the efforts made by Mr.”
2002-03-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.4498 (2002) · source