China supports the holding of this high-level Security Council meeting on countering piracy off the coast of Somalia. This meeting and the resolution we just adopted fully demonstrate once again the commitment and confidence of the international community in coming together and fighting piracy. The …
At a time when the Middle East question is at an important juncture, the holding of this meeting of the Security Council is of paramount importance. Since the Annapolis process was launched in November last year, difficult political negotiations started between Palestine and Israel. The internationa…
Rwanda is situated in the middle of Africa, is rich in natural resources and its people are renowned for their industry. As a result of the tireless efforts of the Government and people of Rwanda — and with the assistance of the international community, including the United Nations — that war-ravage…
The past two years have witnessed continued political turbulence, a further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Burundi and an increasing outflow of refugees from the country, which has posed a threat to peace and stability in the region. The Chinese delegation is deeply concerned over th…
I should like, on behalf of the Chinese delegation and the Government of China, to thank you, Mr. President, for your expression of sympathy and support on behalf of the members of the Council. I shall convey this message to my Government.
Adoption of the agenda
First of all, I wish to join my colleagues in the Council in congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for this month. I am confident that you will provide excellent guidance for the successful completion of the work of the Council for the month. At the same time, …
