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2011 年 10 13, Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Weimin, held a regular press conference.

Q: Vice Foreign Minister Song Tao Thailand this morning summoned the old, Myanmar and the three envoys, the Chinese crew of the attacks made representations to the Mekong, please brief us on that.

A: This morning, Vice Foreign Minister Song Tao summoned the charge d’affaires in China, Thailand and Laos Ambassador Wang Yisheng Sondhi this library, Myanmar Ambassador U Tin Oo, the set The cargo ship with Chinese crew members were assaulted in the Mekong River, resulting in several crew members killed in China lodged urgent representations.

Song Tao said the Chinese government is deeply shocked by the incident occurred, the victims of several Chinese citizens are deeply saddened by the atrocities of the strongly condemned criminals. The Chinese government cherishes the life of every Chinese citizen safety, to thoroughly investigate the truth, bring perpetrators to justice.

China urges the three countries to give active assistance in the following areas:

a survey to increase efforts to find out the truth as soon as possible and promptly informed the Chinese side, according to apprehend and punish the perpetrators of the incident. Second, to stay in Chiang Saen, Thailand Hong Kong Chinese ship crew return home to provide assistance and protection to ensure the safety of the ship crew, and then the Chinese public security patrol to facilitate the protection and assistance. Third, we must take effective measures to strengthen the waters in the Mekong River in China related to the protection of ship crew members, to prevent the recurrence of similar adverse events. China will work with relevant parties to study ways to strengthen the Mekong waterway safety, hope all parties to actively support and cooperation to jointly safeguard the security of this vital international waterway.

three diplomats were killed in China expressed deep condolences to the crew, said the Chinese side attaches great importance to immediately report to their governments to negotiate and willing to fully cooperate with China, actively carry out investigations, and full assistance to properly handle the aftermath.

Q: Please brief us on China for the upcoming Group of Twenty summit in Cannes, what are your expectations.

A: China is on the G20 summit in Cannes, with the parties have maintained close communication. Not long ago, Vice Foreign Minister Cui with the member State Coordinator for the communication. We believe that the G20 summit for the international community to address the financial crisis and promote world economic recovery has played an important role. Will be held in November this year, the Group of Twenty summit in Cannes is an important meeting. China supports the summit set of core issues, spoke highly of the French side made fruitful for the Summit preparatory work involved in the summit will continue to support and work with all member states to contribute to the success of the summit.

prospects for recovery in the current world economic downturn, we believe that the summit has a special significance, hopes that all countries display a spirit of cooperation to jointly cope with the world economy is facing major challenges in the financial sector.

Q: It is reported that China’s food aid to Somalia in the Somali capital Mogadishu yesterday held a handover ceremony. Can you tell us China is now assisting the “Horn of Africa,” the work of famine?

A: Horn of Africa region is now subject to severe drought, causing large-scale famine, the international community attention. China has announced to the affected countries a total of 443.2 million yuan of emergency food and cash assistance. The Chinese side is now stepping up the implementation of aid commitments. Since the end of September, China’s first batch of food aid has arrived in Kenya, China’s bilateral food aid is being provided continue to arrive in the affected countries. China through the World Food Programme (WFP) purchases food for Somalia There has also been delivered and distributed to local people.

China to the Horn of Africa emergency food aid provided by the local government and people for the warm welcome. China will continue to pay close attention to development of the situations within the limits given in the affected countries for more help. Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi held during the general debate this year, the “Horn of Africa famine” Ministerial Conference on donors once again announced that the affected countries will need to actively consider providing medical equipment and medicines and other aid. I believe the international community help the affected countries and people will overcome the difficulties and overcome difficulties.

Q: The U.S. has accused Iran of involvement in the planning to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to exacerbate regional tensions, the problem may be submitted to the UN Security Council, the United States may implement additional sanctions against Iran. What is your comment? In addition, Russia and China involved in the Security Council has voted against the draft resolution, Syria, classification of domestic opposition expressed dissatisfaction. What is your comment?

A: On your first question, we have noticed relevant reports and the positions of the parties. We will continue to monitor the progress of events.

On the second question, China believes that the State Council submitted the draft resolution related to the blind Syrian pressure and threat of sanctions against Syria, the Syrian situation is not conducive to relaxation. We hope that the Council’s actions should help ease the classification of the tension, helps to promote political dialogue to resolve differences and contribute to the maintenance of regional peace and stability, to follow the “UN Charter” and the spirit of the principle of non-interference in internal affairs. Next, we hope the Syrian Government to implement the promised reforms, Syria, the parties shall promptly open an inclusive political process to solve problems through dialogue and consultation.

Q: Please brief visit to the Special Representative of the United States Abba China during the talks. The second question, the Indian Defense Ministry official said on Tuesday in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir that the Chinese army, but Pakistan denies. What is your comment?

A: On your first question, the Special Representative of the United States Abba Grossman and Special Representative Steiner of Germany Abba October 9 to 10 visit, Vice Foreign Minister Minister Zhang Zhijun met with them, the Foreign Ministry Asian Affairs Luo Zhaohui and they held talks on Afghanistan and the regional situation and in-depth exchange of views.

China believes that the situation in Afghanistan is related to international and regional peace and stability, but also related to the international fight against terrorism carried out smoothly. Currently, the Afghan political reconciliation and economic reconstruction has made some positive progress, while still facing some difficulties and challenges. To achieve a peaceful, stable and developing Afghanistan, but also in Afghanistan and the international community to make their own efforts.

On the second question, China has repeatedly elaborated on its position on Kashmir. Kashmir issue between India and Pakistan left over by history. India and Pakistan as a neighbor and friendly countries, China has always advocated the Kashmir issue through dialogue and consultation by the two countries to properly resolve.

the Chinese army in Pakistan-controlled areas to carry out the construction of g is no basis to say, absurd.

Q: European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso has put forward a European debt crisis “road map”, how does China view the current debt crisis in Europe?

A: As the EU’s comprehensive strategic partners and major trading partner, China is closely watching the economic situation in Europe and the development of the debt crisis, the EU and the countries of the sincere support and help. China’s confidence in the European economy, support for European countries to respond to the global financial crisis and efforts to strengthen economic governance and actions, I believe Europe has the ability and wisdom to overcome the current difficulties, out of the crisis. China to help the EU and the European countries to overcome financial and debt crisis has taken some measures to expand European trade, investment, finance and other fields, we are willing to continue cooperation to jointly cope with the current European debt crisis in Europe and the global economy is facing some challenges. In the current international economic situation, the parties should help each other, work together. Meanwhile, China also hopes the EU to take concrete measures to ensure safety of Chinese investment to Europe, and Europe for Chinese enterprises to invest more convenient.

Q: The 14th China-EU summit will be held, what expectations does China have?

A: As you mentioned, China-EU summit, we are currently gearing up. Ministry of Foreign Affairs in charge has just recently visited Europe for the negotiations with the EU. Both sides agreed to make joint efforts to accomplishing this meeting a successful meeting, send out a positive signal that the EU has a strong desire to further promote China-EU comprehensive strategic partnership, in the current international situation, is willing to strengthen cooperation under and jointly cope with challenges. Hope that with joint efforts, China-EU meeting to further enhance mutual trust and promote bilateral and multilateral affairs at the extensive cooperation, jointly cope with challenges of external EU sent a positive signal, which serves the common interests of both sides, but also conducive to world economic recovery and boost the confidence of the international community.

Q: According to reports, presidential adviser said recently in Myanmar, Burma has been on both sides Myitsone power plant project to reach an agreement, China will make compensation for the Myanmar side. Does the project will be restarted or permanent termination? China to Myanmar will be made on what level of compensation?

A: Not long ago, presidential envoy Myanmar Foreign Minister U Win Maung Lun Na visit, Vice President Xi Jinping met with him, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi held talks with him. Myanmar Myanmar that cherishes friendly relations, attaches great importance to China’s concern, the Chinese side is willing to work closely to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation, continue to strengthen bilateral relations. Burma Myitsone power plant project on the two sides conducted in-depth communication, agreed in line with the spirit of friendly consultation to properly handle the matter. Currently, both departments are in line with the spirit and enterprise contact and consultation, to seek proper treatment approach.