China reiterated its full support for the legitimate national rights of the Palestinian people, foremost among them the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, said Thursday, March 13, Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China during a meeting with the Arab ambassadors accredited to the People’s Republic of China.
Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (Photo: Xinhua)
He affirmed that China would remain committed to its positions in support of justice and peace and considers the Palestinian issue to be the core of the Middle East issue. He emphasized its unwavering support for the just Palestinian position and its endeavor to achieve a comprehensive, just, and lasting solution, He further voiced his rejection over using Gaza as a bargaining chip for political gains, considering it an integral part of the occupied Palestinian territory.
The Arab ambassadors expressed their deep appreciation for China’s principled positions on Arab issues, particularly its historic support for the Palestinian cause. They also expressed their aspiration for a growing Chinese role on the international stage, while affirming the Arab states’ commitment to supporting China in protecting its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and fundamental interests.
During the meeting, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the State of Palestine to the People’s Republic of China, Shadi Abu Zarqa, emphasized the depth of the historical relations between Palestine and China and praised China’s active and ongoing role in supporting the Palestinian people and their just cause in international forums. He also reviewed the difficult humanitarian conditions facing our people under occupation, considering the ongoing Israeli violations, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, when Palestinians are forced to break their fast at Israeli military checkpoints.
He called for effective Chinese action in the Security Council to halt the aggression, lift the blockade, and support international efforts aimed at ending the occupation and enabling the State of Palestine to extend its sovereignty over all its territories occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem.
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