The security situation in the Republic of Macedonia and its neighboring area has recently deteriorated, which the Chinese side follows closely. We strongly condemn the armed violence of the extremists and we maintain that the spreading of the Kosovo crisis outside Yugoslavia will bring about grave consequences to the peace and stability of the region. The Chinese side supports Resolution 1345 of the UN Security Council and understands the anxiety of the Macedonian and Yugoslavian Governments over the current situation and the concern of their national sovereignty and territorial integrity. We welcome the efforts made by Macedonia and Yugoslavia and relevant countries for solving the tense situation. The Chinese Government has always maintained that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all the countries in the region including Macedonia and Yugoslavia should be respected and the legal rights of all ethnic groups protected so as to solve the relevant problems properly on the basis of full implementation of Resolution 1244 of the UN Security Council.
China has no selfish interest in the region and nor does it seek such interest in the regions.
The basic starting point deciding our position is to safeguard UN Charter and acknowledged principles of international law and the common interest of the people in the region. As a permanent member of the UN Security Council, China will continue to follow closely developments of the regional situation and contribute its due efforts for the proper resolution of the problem. Respect online ethics and abide by all relevant laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China. You have to shoulder all civil or criminal legal responsibilities incurred, directly or indirectly, by your act. BBS administrator has the right to save or delete your comments.