Chinese envoy urges cancellation of Israeli military operation in Rafah

A Chinese envoy on Monday urged Israel to cancel its military operation in Rafah, the southernmost city in the Gaza Strip.

Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Rafah, Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, also called on the United States to play a constructive role in achieving a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

He noted that since the conflict broke out last October, the international community has repeatedly called for an immediate ceasefire, and the Security Council resolutions have clearly demanded it. However, Israel has turned a deaf ear to this and is still pushing forward a large-scale attack on Rafah, displacing hundreds of thousands of people in the Gaza Strip. China expresses serious concern and strong opposition to this.

"Israel must immediately stop its military operation in Rafah. China supports the Security Council in taking further actions to ensure the implementation of the requirements of Security Council Resolution 2728. We also hope that the U.S., as a country with significant influence on Israel, will play a fair role in achieving a ceasefire," Fu said.

Fu pointed out that land transportation is the key to realize large-scale access of humanitarian aid supplies, and there is no other way to replace it. China urges Israel to earnestly fulfill its obligations under international law and international humanitarian law, immediately open all land crossing points and ensure the supply of basic subsistence materials such as food, medicine and fuel.

Fu stressed once again that that the two-state solution is the only feasible way to solve the Palestine-Israel Conflict. China supports Palestine's independent statehood and its early accession as a full member of the UN.

Chinese envoy urges cancellation of Israeli military operation in Rafah

Chinese envoy urges cancellation of Israeli military operation in Rafah

China calls on US to play constructive role in stopping Israeli attacks in Rafah: envoy

China calls on US to play constructive role in stopping Israeli attacks in Rafah: envoy

China calls on US to play constructive role in stopping Israeli attacks in Rafah: envoy

On his second official visit to China, Prime Minister of the Republic of Vanuatu Charlot Salwai expressed admiration for China's remarkable ability to balance preserving its cultural heritage with embracing innovative transformation.

Salwai paid an official visit to China from July 7 to 12. During his trip, he toured the southern province of Guangdong and explored the megacities of Beijing and Shanghai. His visit included tours of high-tech companies, a ride on a high-speed train, and a performance of traditional Cantonese opera.

In an interview with China Central Television Network (CCTV) aired on Friday, Salwai recounted his journey starting with a warm welcome that included enjoying Beijing Roast Duck, also known as Peking Duck -- a culinary delight introduced to him by the Chinese ambassador in Vanuatu.

"Many had to say. Peking Duck. Because we had it here on our arrival, so it was very tasty. And I understand that the Chinese ambassador in Vanuatu brought us to one of the traditional restaurants, small but beautiful," he said. The prime minister sees China's preservation of its culture as a vital lesson in understanding one's roots and the journey to the present day, acknowledging China's efforts to integrate cultural preservation with modernization.

"It's going to be my second official visit to China. I'm always impressed to see big changes and especially innovations made by China and especially the cities. Because a big impression is to see how China continues to maintain and keep its culture. Because I think it's the basis of everything -- to know where you come from and to understand where we are today. I feel that China is doing a lot to maintain its culture, but at the same time, doing, innovating to transform its culture,” Salwai said.

He also emphasized the importance of learning from China's sustainable development strategies.

"Today, it comes from a long way, some hardship, the government, and also the people of China. So, I'm impressed to see what is done, especially how China associates infrastructure development with nature. That's meant to keep, continue to keep the environment. It takes effort with the climate change by maintaining the ecosystem. I think it's something that, for a small country like Vanuatu, is important to learn. So, we are here. I'm here with my delegation to learn," Salwai said.

Vanuatu's PM commends China's cultural preservation, innovation amid fast growth