China vows continued support for Cuba

China will, as always, provide assistance and help to Cuba to the best of its ability, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian at a regular press briefing in Beijing on Wednesday.

Lin made the remarks in response to a media inquiry about what form of assistance China would provide to Cuba amid fuel shortages.

"China firmly supports Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, opposes external interference, and resolutely condemns any act and inhumane behavior to deprive the Cuban people of their rights to survival and development. China will, as always, provide support and assistance within its capacity to Cuba. As for the specific content of the assistance, it is recommended to consult with the competent authorities. I believe this also requires the two sides to negotiate through bilateral channels," he reiterated.

China vows continued support for Cuba

China vows continued support for Cuba

The legitimate rights of the Palestinian people must be respected and protected, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said at a press briefing in Beijing on Friday.

Mao made the remarks in response to a media query about the reports that the Israeli parliament recently adopted a new law introducing death penalty for Palestinians, and countries such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have expressed strong condemnation, saying such practice is "entrenching a system of apartheid."

"All legislation must conform to legal principles such as the principle of legality, fairness and justice, and must not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, nationality or political view. The legitimate rights of the Palestinian people must be respected and protected. Relevant party’s actions that escalate tensions and exacerbate confrontation must stop," said Mao.

Palestinian people's legitimate rights must be respected, protected: Chinese FM spokeswoman