In a significant move at the United Nations, China has exercised its veto power in the Security Council to block a U.S.-proposed draft resolution on Gaza. Dai Bing, the charge d'affaires of China's permanent mission to the United Nations, emphasized the importance of upholding international justice and the principles of the UN Charter during his address at the UN General Assembly.
Dai explained that China, alongside Algeria and Russia, opposed the draft resolution on March 22, arguing that it did not adequately address the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict. He criticized the United States for what he described as repeated obstructions to achieving peace, stating that the U.S. draft resolution was evasive on the ceasefire issue and aimed to manipulate the Security Council to support its policies.
The Chinese envoy highlighted that the international community has been overwhelmingly calling for a ceasefire since the onset of the Gaza conflict. He asserted that China's veto was a principled stand to ensure that justice is served and that the Security Council can take concrete actions towards peace.
Following China's veto, Resolution 2728 was adopted, demanding an immediate ceasefire. Dai stressed the binding nature of this resolution and dismissed the United States' claims that it was "non-binding," arguing that such statements undermine the authority and credibility of the Security Council.
Beyond the Gaza issue, Dai expressed concern over recent airstrikes on Iranian diplomatic premises in Syria, condemning these actions as violations of international law that threaten regional stability. He also reaffirmed China's support for Palestine's membership in the United Nations and called for swift action on the two-state solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
China's steadfast use of its veto power was portrayed as a commitment to justice and peace, urging all parties involved to act responsibly and uphold their international obligations.
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Envoy: China uses veto power in UNSC to uphold international justice
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