China promises to be ‘fair’ as UNSC president
China will perform its duty in an objective and fair manner and work with other members to maintain international peace and security when it assumes the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council next month, the Chinese envoy to the UN said here on Tuesday.
Zhang Yesui, China’s permanent representative to the United Nations, said in an interview that assuming the council presidency was an important task for China in the field of multilateral diplomacy in 2010.
The 15 council members are now discussing the agenda for next month, which includes a series of talks on global and regional hot-button issues, open debates and consultations, said Zhang.
“According to what I have got till now, it will be a busy schedule,” he said, adding China would do its utmost to make sure the Security Council works smoothly and efficiently.
Source: ASIA NEWS NETWORK
