Security Council Position Paper

Peoples Republic of China

Samuel Ward-Packard and Lane Sailer
Kashmir
The question of Kashmir is one of great importance to China, as China itself has
sovereignty over the Aksai Chin and Shaksgam regions and has borders with the regions
disputed by Pakistan and India. On the basis of the settlement of 1963, China strongly
rejects Indias claim to the Shaksgam region (Trans-Karakoram tract). China also
strongly rejects Indias claim to Chinas sovereign territory of Askai Chin. China values
highly its long and fruitful relationship with Pakistan. China feels that much of the
dispute is a consequence of past Indian aggression. However, China also values its
friendship with India and its increasingly beneficial economic partnership with that state.
As such, China calls for a commitment to the principles of dialog and negotiation by both
countries, as previously encouraged by United Nations Security Council Resolution 1172.
Israel
The Peoples Republic believes that balance is vital in dealing with the IsraeliPalestinian Conflict. China recognizes the plight of the Palestinian Arabs, and has always
supported the concept of Palestinian statehood. As our Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi
recently said, [China] will continue its support for Palestinian people to resume their
legitimate national rights and promote long-term bilateral friendly cooperation. China
believes that an end to the internal conflicts of the Palestinian state apparatus is a pressing
concern. China also values its strong military and trade ties with Israel. We welcomed the
dialog made possible by Prime Minister Ehud Olmerts 2007 visit, and we recognize the
necessity of the Jewish state. China considers the Middle East to be a vital strategic
region of the world, and believes that security in the region is paramount, especially in
light of the ever-increasing importance of energy resources.
Crimea
China recognizes the Russian Federation as one of its most important allies.
Under the 2001 Sino-Russian Treaty of Friendship, relations and cooperation between our
nation and Russia reached a historical pinnacle. China will strive to preserve that
situation. China was troubled by the recent conflict in Georgia, as it also recognizes
Georgia as an important trading partner and ally, and called for peaceful resolution of the
conflict through dialogue. China calls for the same sort of dialogue over any questions
concerning the Crimea. The Ukraine has been a strong supporter of China on the issues of
Tibet and Taiwan, and China hopes to reciprocate that support wherever possible.