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问题:  Today is the deadline for countries to apply for the prospective founding membership of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). How many prospective founding members does the AIIB have up to now? What is China’s comment on countries’ joining in the AIIB? 
问答: 回答: Up till March 31, 30 countries have passed the multilateral review procedures and become prospective founding members of the AIIB. Opinions are being solicited through multilateral procedures on other countries that have filed applications over recent days. We will have the exact number of prospective founding members by April 15.
The AIIB initiative is a constructive action taken by China to assume more international obligations and complement the current international economic order. It is a useful supplement to the existing multilateral development banks and a move that will benefit all Asian countries and the whole world. The AIIB is an open and inclusive multilateral development institution. We welcome the participation of all interested countries. The Chinese side is ready to work in concert with all parties to make the AIIB a professional and efficient vehicle for infrastructure investment and financing that brings benefit to all parties.
问题:  Media reports say that the DPRK wants to join the AIIB, but China says no. Can you confirm this? Taiwan has applied to join the AIIB. On what conditions will China allow Taiwan to join? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, I am not aware of that. The AIIB is an open and inclusive multilateral development institution, and all parties are welcome to join. Concerning Taiwan’s application, problems like “two Chinas” or “one China, one Taiwan” should be prevented from emerging.
问题:  It is reported that the Chinese side has launched the “sky net” campaign and provided countries like the US and the UK with priority lists of alleged Chinese corrupt officials who have fled overseas. Please give us more details. 
问答: 回答: The “sky net” campaign is an important action taken by the Chinese government to go after corrupt suspects that have fled abroad. It is the consensus shared by the international community that efforts should be made to enhance anti-corruption cooperation and bring back fugitives and recover their criminal assets. No country in the world would like to be a safe haven for the corrupt. We hope to carry out more cooperation with relevant countries in this regard to advance international anti-corruption cooperation.
问题:  Please update us on China’s evacuation of Chinese nationals in Yemen. 
问答: 回答: As I have put it yesterday, the first batch of 122 Chinese citizens have left Yemen and arrived at the Djibouti port safely on board Chinese naval vessels. I am happy to confirm that under the close coordination of the Foreign Ministry, the Defense Ministry and Chinese embassies and consulates in relevant countries, today the second batch of 449 Chinese citizens have arrived at the Djibouti port from Yemen safe and sound on Chinese naval vessels at 10:30 a.m. Beijing time. There are now altogether 571 Chinese nationals who have left Yemen safely, and the Chinese Embassy in Djibouti will help them return to China as soon as possible. China has also evacuated 8 foreign experts employed by Chinese companies together with Chinese citizens in the spirit of humanitarianism and responsibility.
Currently there is still a very limited number of Chinese citizens remaining in Yemen for work reasons. It is to my knowledge that they are all safe. The working staff remaining at the Chinese Embassy in Yemen and the Consulate General in Aden are still fulfilling their duties. They will keep in close touch with those Chinese citizens left there and offer them assistance anytime when necessary.
问题:  First, Chile was hit hard by the worst flood in its history. What type of assistance will China offer to Chile? Second, would China like to see a more positive response from the US in joining the AIIB? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, we express our sympathies to Chile which suffers from personnel and property losses caused by the flood, and we believe that people in the disaster-hit area can soon rebuild their homeland. We will stay in touch with Chile and provide assistance to the best of our capacity according to its need.
On your second question, we have said many times that the AIIB is an open and inclusive multilateral development institution. Since the AIIB initiative was put forward, the Chinese side has engaged in extensive contact and communication with countries in and outside the region in an open and inclusive attitude, following the principle of “open regionalism”. We stay in communication with relevant departments of the US. The Chinese side welcomes active participation by countries in and outside the region in the process of establishing the AIIB. At the same time, we respect their decision on whether or not to join the AIIB and when to join it. No matter whether they join the AIIB or not, the Chinese side stays committed to strengthening communication and cooperation with all relevant parties under the framework of the World Bank and the Asia Development Bank through multilateral and bilateral economic dialogues, in a bid to promote infrastructure building and economic development of Asia.
I’d also like to underscore that the AIIB is a new member and partner in the field of international development. It will work alongside the existing multilateral development banks as a complement to promote infrastructure building and economic development of Asia. The AIIB will draw upon the experience and good practices of the existing multilateral development banks in terms of governance structure and safeguards policy, avoid making detours as they have done, cut the cost and improve the efficiency of operation, so as to deliver better service to AIIB members.
问题:  First, Mexico is going to build a new large airport, and the Mexican government hopes that Chinese companies can play a role in this. Will the Chinese government support Chinese companies in participating in this project? Second, US Secretary of the Treasury Jacob Lew is now visiting China as the special representative of the US President, and he expressed concerns over the new banking security regulations to be introduced by China Banking Regulatory Committee. Can you tell us more details? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, I am not aware of the specifics of the airport project. The Chinese government consistently supports competitive companies in going global and cooperating with other countries in areas such as infrastructure building. Such cooperation based on the market rule brings benefits to all.
On your second question, we have released the information about meetings and talks between US Secretary of the Treasury Jacob Lew and Chinese leaders as well as heads of relevant departments during his visit to China. Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew visited China to lay the groundwork for the next round of China-US economic dialogue. The two sides agreed to step up consultation, implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, make full preparations for the new round of China-US economic dialogue, speed up the negotiation on a bilateral investment treaty, deepen cooperation in climate change, energy and other areas and strive for important outcomes and broader common interests in economic cooperation between the two countries at the city and state level. It is only natural that the rapid growth of China-US economic relations will encounter differences and disputes. The two sides will explore constructive approaches to properly manage differences through dialogue and cooperation.
问题:  Russia announced a few days ago to join the AIIB, and do you think this is an opportunity for China to strengthen cooperation with the Eurasian Economic Union? Japan said that it would not join the AIIB, and what is your response? 
问答: 回答: We have repeatedly said that the AIIB is an open and inclusive multilateral development bank. We welcome the participation of countries in and out of this region, and we also respect their decisions of whether or not to join and when to join. China will carry on the cooperation with Russia and other countries under bilateral and multilateral mechanisms, and jointly prompt regional connectivity and economic development.
问题:  First, is there any update of the Iranian nuclear talks? Second, a top US military official said that Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s revision of the Constitution in order to lift the restrictions on Japan’s right to collective self-defense paves the way for stronger cooperation between the US and Japan. How does China respond? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is currently in Lausanne, Switzerland for the P5+1 and Iran Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue, has talked about the progress achieved at the negotiation when giving an interview.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the marathon-like Iranian nuclear negotiation has now come to its home straight. Foreign Ministers from seven countries gathered in Lausanne in order to take stock of the important progress made in the negotiation, identify the key issues that still linger on and discuss ways to tackle the problem at a higher level. After two days of intense engagement both bilaterally and multilaterally, the focus of the problem is quite clear, approaches to resolve the problem in the formation and differences among each party beginning to narrow down. This round of negotiation covers a wide range of issues that are quite complicated. Meanwhile, internal and external factors that bear on the negotiation are accumulating and growing. It is all the more important for us to stay focused and determined and meet each other halfway at this critical point. Only by doing this can the past gains be preserved.
Progress had been scored in many ways after years of negotiation on the Iranian nuclear issue. It is hoped that this foreign ministers’ meeting will pave the way for the settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue as scheduled. China always plays a positive and constructive role in the negotiation as a significant party. By searching for the positive factors behind each party’s position, China has brought about constructive approaches and the China solution, and contributed the China wisdom to the negotiation. Now we have come to the final stage of the negotiation, and China will continue to do so. It is hoped that fruitful results will be borne in this round of negotiation with the joint efforts of all parties and expectations of the international community will be fulfilled.
On your second question, China holds a consistent and clear position on the relevant issue. Due to historical reasons, Japan’s policy changes in military and security fields have always been followed closely by its Asian neighbors and the international community. The US-Japan alliance is a special arrangement formed in the Cold War. It should not extend beyond bilateral relations, nor should it undermine the security and interests of regional countries. We hope that parties concerned can make more positive and constructive contributions to regional peace, stability and development.
问题:  How does China comment on the latest development of conflicts between local ethnic militia and the Myanmar government force in northern Myanmar? 
问答: 回答: We have noted that the Myanmar government and the local ethnic militia reached consensus on articles in a national ceasefire agreement on March 30. China welcomes the positive outcomes of the new round of peace talks between the Myanmar government and relevant local ethnic militia. We hope that relevant parties can seal a national ceasefire agreement, ease the situation in northern Myanmar and restore peace and stability to northern Myanmar and the China-Myanmar border area at an early date. In accordance with relevant party’s will, China has been playing a positive and constructive role in facilitating the peace talks. At the invitation of the Myanmar side, Foreign Ministry’s Special Envoy on Asian Affairs Wang Yingfan attended the peace talks in Myanmar.
问题:  According to media reports, Pakistan will buy 8 submarines from China. Is it true? 
问答: 回答: China and Pakistan are neighbors boasting traditional friendship, and the two sides maintain normal cooperation in the military industry and arms trade. Relevant cooperation adheres to international treaties, and complies with the consistent principles of China’s military products export.
问题:  General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong of the Communist Party of Vietnam is said to visit China soon. Please tell us more about the agenda of and China’s expectations for this visit. 
问答: 回答: Vietnam is a very important and lose neighbor of China. We attach great importance to developing bilateral relations with Vietnam. We are ready to maintain high-level exchanges, strengthen the friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields and ensure the sound and stable development of the bilateral relations. As for the specific agenda of the visit you mentioned, I don’t have any information to offer to you at this moment.
问题:  First, media reports say that a Pakistani government official is in China today to talk about the details of purchasing submarines from China. Please confirm this. Second, the Pakistani side announced that President Xi Jinping would visit Pakistan in recent days. Can you confirm this? What is the specific date of the visit? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, I have no information in this regard.
On your second question, China and Pakistan are close neighbors boasting traditional friendship and all-weather partners. The close high-level exchanges between the two countries have been leading the way for the growth of the bilateral relations. President Xi Jinping looks forward to paying a state visit to China at an early date within this year, and the two sides are in close communication on this. We hope and believe that this visit will further cement China-Pakistan friendship and deepen all-weather cooperation. As for the specific date of the visit, I have nothing to offer at this moment.
问题:  When meeting with Sri Lankan President Sirisena last week, did President Xi Jinping propose a three-way meeting with India and Sri Lanka? 
问答: 回答: On March 26, President Xi Jinping held talks with Sri Lankan President Sirisena, and the relevant information has been released. During the talks, the two sides spoke highly of the bilateral relationship, underscoring that efforts would be made to carry forward and maintain China-Sri Lanka friendliness, push forward the continuous, sound and stable development of the bilateral relations under the new circumstances and bring more benefits to the two countries and two peoples.
Both Sri Lanka and India are significant and friendly neighbors of China in South Asia. We hope for the sound development of China-Sri Lanka and China-India relations, and are happy to see the growing relationship between Sri Lanka and India. The good interactions and mutual reinforcement among the three pairs of relationship deliver benefits to the three countries, and contribute to peace, stability and common prosperity of the region. We are poised to make joint efforts with Sri Lanka and India to promote the sound interactions with each other.
问题:  Yesterday two US military jets landed at an air force base in Tainan because of a mechanical glitch. Does China have any comment on this? 
问答: 回答: We have taken note of the relevant report, and have lodged solemn representations with the US side. China urges the US to abide by the one China policy and the principles enshrined in the three joint communiques between China and the US, prudently and properly handle relevant issues and prevent similar case from emerging again.
问题:  The negotiation on the Iranian nuclear issue on a comprehensive agreement is ongoing in Lausanne, Switzerland. How does China view the current situation? 
问答: 回答: In the final stage of the Iranian nuclear talks, Foreign Minister Wang Yi made a special visit to Switzerland, where he exchanged in-depth views with his counterparts on a wide range of issues and discussed what should be done to resolve the focal issues.
In order to move forward the negotiation, Foreign Minister Wang Yi brought about a four-point proposal on the future negotiation. First, political guidance should be upheld. Second, all parties should meet each other halfway. Third, a step-by-step and reciprocal process should be followed. Fourth, a package solution should be pursued.
After years of negotiation, remarkable progress has been made to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue. As an important party to the talks, China has been playing a positive and constructive role in the negotiation. Now the negotiation has come to its final stage, which is like the race to the top when climbing a mountain and the home stretch when running a marathon. It is hoped that parties concerned can seize the opportunity and strive for a comprehensive agreement at an early date.
问题:  The US government launched a new sanctions program to target individuals and groups outside the United States that use cyber attacks to threaten US foreign policy, national security or economic stability. Given that China is often regarded as the major source of cyber attacks against the US, how do you respond to this move? 
问答: 回答: China firmly opposes and combats any form of cyber attack, and this stance remains consistent and clear. Cyber security bears on the common interests of all countries. Cyber attacks, usually launched across nations, are hard to trace back, thus requiring the common efforts of the international community through dialogue and cooperation on the basis of mutual respect and trust. China always disapproves one country’s willful use of sanctions on citizens and entities of another country following its domestic laws.
问题:  Spain has reportedly applied to join the Asian Infrastructure Bank (AIIB). Please confirm this. 
问答: 回答: Please ask the multilateral interim secretariat of the AIIB for the specifics. As we have put it many times, we welcome the participation of any country as long as it is intended to join the AIIB.
问题:  According to media reports, the presidential election in Uzbekistan was held successfully, and the initial voting result shows that sitting President Islam Karimov was re-elected. What is China’s comment? Have you sent the message of congratulations? How do you see the development of China-Uzbekistan relations? 
问答: 回答: The presidential election in Uzbekistan was held successfully, and the initial voting result shows that President Karimov was re-elected. President Xi Jinping has sent a congratulatory message to President Karimov, and talked to President Karimov on the phone yesterday to send his congratulations.
China respects the choice made by the Uzbek people, and supports Uzbekistan in pursuing a development path that suits its own national realities. We believe that Uzbekistan can maintain political stability and economic development, and play a bigger role in international affairs.
China and Uzbekistan are strategic partners, and the China-Uzbekistan relationship has been developing soundly and rapidly with a good momentum. China is willing to work with Uzbekistan to implement the consensus reached by leaders of the two countries and move forward the bilateral relations.
问题:  Kenya’s Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission issued a report, detailing corruption allegations against some government officials with some cases involving certain Chinese-invested projects. What is China’s response? 
问答: 回答: I am not aware of the specifics. The Chinese government always asks Chinese companies operating overseas to abide by the law, run their business within the rules and fulfill their due social responsibilities.
问题:  Does China welcome Norway’s decision to join the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)? 
问答: 回答: The AIIB is an open and inclusive multilateral development institution, and interested countries are welcome to join.
问题:  The Japanese Foreign Ministry issued the draft Diplomatic Bluebook for 2015. It includes “deep remorse over the Second World War”, and says that Japan and China are neighbor countries only separated by the sea and the two countries enjoy interwoven relations. It also mentions Chinese government vessels’ sailing into the territorial waters of the Diaoyu Dao, accusing it as China’s attempts to “unilaterally change the status quo”. What is China’s comment on this? 
问答: 回答: China and Japan are close neighbors, and it is in the fundamental interests of the two countries and the two peoples to maintain enduring, stable and sound development of the bilateral relations. It is China’s consistent stance that the China-Japan strategic and mutually beneficial relationship should be pressed ahead following the four political documents between China and Japan and in the spirit of “learning from the history and looking forward to the future”.
The history issue concerns the political basis of China-Japan relationship. We have been urging the Japanese side to correctly perceive and deal with its history of aggression, and win the trust of its Asian neighbors and the international community with tangible actions.
The rights and wrongs behind the issue of Diaoyu Dao are clear for all to see. It is not others but Japan itself who stirs up troubles and changes the status quo with unilateral actions. China will firmly uphold the territorial sovereignty of the Diaoyu Dao, and stay committed to properly managing and solving the Diaoyu Dao issue through dialogue and consultation. It is hoped that the Japanese side can look squarely at the history and reality, and make constructive efforts to properly resolve the issue.
问题:  Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is optimistic about the Iranian nuclear talks in Lausanne, Switzerland. Is China optimistic about the talks too? How will the comprehensive agreement affect China-Iran relations once it is reached? 
问答: 回答: Foreign Minister Wang Yi made a special trip to Switzerland for the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue. When giving an interview with the Chinese media yesterday evening, Foreign Minister Wang Yi commended the progress achieved and proposed four points on the negotiation.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that this Foreign Ministers’ Meeting is very productive. Acknowledging the important achievements made in the negotiation, all parties held comprehensive, repetitive and in-depth discussions on the outstanding problems. It is fair to say that the approach to solve the problems has been made clear, positions of all parties have been drawn closer to each other and notable progress has been scored on local issues. All these bring us one step closer to the comprehensive agreement. The Chinese side puts forward a four-point proposal at this point when there are three months to go to finish the negotiation: First, political guidance should be upheld. Tons of technical issues are involved in the Iranian nuclear talks, and the final agreement itself should be made on professional grounds. But after all, the Iranian nuclear issue is an issue of political security, and therefore all parties should step up political guidance and make political decisions at a proper time. Second, all parties should meet each other halfway. Different parties have their own stances. In this final stage, success will be in our hand if we work towards the same goal, and a standstill will only lead us to failure. Third, a step-by-step and reciprocal process should be followed. It takes time to solve problems, and it should be done in a step-by-step and reciprocal way. All parties should assume due responsibilities and obligations. Fourth, a package solution should be pursued. Key focal issues that are yet to be solved are interconnected. All parties should think out of the box and consider a package solution to resolve them. All parties’ core concerns must be accommodated and the UN Security Council’s role in the negotiation is be crucial.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that over the past year, China has put forward many constructive proposals when the negotiation runs into difficulties and made positive mediation efforts through various channels. In this Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, he also shared with all parties the approach to solve major differences, which we believe will contribute positively to reaching a comprehensive agreement.
We hope that all parties can make vigorous efforts without any letup, be constructive and flexible and make the final push for a comprehensive agreement.
China and Iran boast friendly and cooperative relationship, which is in the common interests of the two countries and also conducive to peace and development in the Middle East.
问题:  What position does China hold on Taiwan’s application for the AIIB membership? 
问答: 回答: The Spokesperson of the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council has replied to Taiwan’s application for the AIIB membership this morning. He said that the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council has received the letter of intent from Taiwan, and has forwarded it to the interim multilateral secretariat of the AIIB. The AIIB is open and inclusive, and we welcome Taiwan’s participation under an appropriate name.
问题:  On April 2, the P5+1 and Iran reached a framework agreement and issued a joint statement on the Iranian nuclear issue. What is China’s comment on this? 
问答: 回答: On April 2, after the P5+1 and Iran issued a joint statement about the outcomes achieved at the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told the press that China welcomes the important consensus forged in the negotiation, which is good news for today’s world. The P5+1 and Iran have all made relentless efforts, and laid a solid foundation for a comprehensive agreement in the next stage.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the Iranian nuclear issue bears on the global nuclear non-proliferation regime, Iran’s right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and peace and stability in the Middle East. It is in the common interests of the world to properly settle this issue through dialogue and negotiation, an act that is also compliant with the purpose of the
UN Charter
to peacefully resolve disputes.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that more negotiation is required to reach a comprehensive agreement. China calls on all parties to treasure the outcomes achieved so far, stockpile more favorable conditions, remove all obstacles that may come along, and firmly press ahead with and conclude this historic process.
问题:  Concerning China’s efforts to help evacuate foreign nationals from Yemen, is this the first time that the Chinese government has helped evacuate so many foreign nationals from a dangerous area? Does it mean that China is going to play a more constructive role in global crisis? 
问答: 回答: On April 2, the Linyi frigate of the Chinese navy, carrying 225 nationals of 10 countries in Yemen including Pakistan, departed from the port of Aden in Yemen and arrived in Djibouti safely. Initial calculation shows that among the evacuees, 176 are from Pakistan, 29 from Ethiopia, 5 from Singapore, 3 from Italy, 3 from Germany, 4 from Poland, 1 from Ireland, 2 from the UK, 1 from Canada and 1 from Yemen. This operation follows China’s evacuation of its own nationals from Yemen, in which 8 foreigners from Romania, India and Egypt were also safely evacuated along with Chinese citizens.
The evacuation is a humanitarian relief campaign conducted by the Chinese government at the request of relevant countries. It is also a special action by the Chinese government to evacuate foreign nationals stuck in dangerous zones for the first time, a move embodying the notions of “putting the people first”, internationalism and humanitarianism held by the Chinese government. In this evacuation operation, the Foreign Ministry of China coordinated with relevant countries, the Chinese Navy immediately a dispatched military vessel to the port of Aden for the evacuation, and the Chinese embassies in Yemen and Djibouti and the consulate general in Aden surmounted numerous difficulties to complete relevant formalities and organize the safe evacuation of foreign nationals. The mission has notched up a full success.
问题:  On April 2, the Garissa University College in Kenya was attacked by gunmen, leaving 147 people dead so far. What is China’s comment on this? 
问答: 回答: China firmly opposes all forms of terrorism, and strongly condemns the terrorist attack against young students in Garissa, Kenya. We extend deep condolences to the victims and sincere sympathies to all the bereaved families and the injured. China will continue to stand firmly by the Kenyan side in its endeavor to safeguard national security and regional stability.
问题:  You just mentioned that China will stand by Nigeria in its endeavor to safeguard national security. What in specific will China do? 
问答: 回答: China is against all forms of terrorism, and is ready to cooperate more closely with the world to combat all forms of terrorism. We support all countries in drawing up and implementing anti-terrorism strategies in line with their own national conditions. China and Kenya enjoy sound relations, and we are willing to work with Kenya to enhance communication and cooperation in areas including peace and security.
问题:  Nigeria held a smooth presidential election the other day, and Muhammadu Buhari was elected as the new president. Do you have any comment on this? 
问答: 回答: China congratulates Mr. Buhari on winning the presidential election in Nigeria. China attaches great importance to China-Nigeria relations. This year marks the decennial of the establishment of China-Nigeria strategic partnership. China stands ready to work in concert with Nigeria to enhance bilateral traditional friendship, deepen pragmatic cooperation in various fields and push for the comprehensive and in-depth development of China-Nigeria strategic partnership.
问题:  The Sri Lankan side said that it was unlikely to allow a visit by the Dalai Lama. Has China talked to or asked the Sri Lankan government to disallow Dalai’s visit? 
问答: 回答: China has stated its position on issues concerning the Dalai Lama on multiple occasions. The Chinese government is firmly opposed to Dalai’s engagement in separatist activities in any country under any name and excuse. This remains clear and consistent.
Sri Lanka is a traditionally friendly neighbor of China, and bilateral relations have been growing smoothly. The Sri Lankan side fully understands and respects China’s concerns on relevant issues, and we appreciate that. We will make joint efforts with Sri Lanka to cement the traditional relations of friendship and cooperation.
问题:  According to media reports, Chinese naval vessels have arrived in Yemen to evacuate Chinese nationals there. Please confirm this and tell us more details. 
问答: 回答: The security situation in Yemen has been worsening since March 26. The Chinese government gives top priority to the security of Chinese citizens and institutions in Yemen, and has taken prompt actions to orderly evacuate Chinese citizens there. Under the unified deployment, the Chinese naval fleet on escort mission in the Gulf of Aden and Somali waters has sailed to Yemen to evacuate Chinese citizens there. Up to now, 122 Chinese citizens have been safely transported from Yemen to Djibouti thanks to the emergency coordination between the Foreign Ministry, the Defense Ministry and the Chinese embassies in Yemen and Djibouti and the consulate general in Aden. The Chinese Embassy in Djibouti is helping them return to the motherland as soon as possible.
Chinese Ambassador to Yemen Tian Qi and the working staff remaining at the Chinese embassy and consulate there keep performing their duties, communicating closely with parties concerned to evacuate over 400 people left there in an orderly and safe way as soon as possible.
In this evacuation mission, Yemen, Djibouti and parties concerned have provided us with substantial assistance. We hearby express our heartfelt gratitude to them.
问题:  First, where is the Chinese Ambassador to Yemen now? Is he in Aden or Sanaa? Second, China expresses gratitude to parties concerned in Yemen, and who are they in specific? Third, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has submitted a draft resolution to the UN, asking for an arms embargo on groups that spoil peace and the political process in Yemen. What is China’s response? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, the Chinese Ambassador to Yemen and the working staff remaining in the embassy and consulate are sticking to their posts. Where they can help Chinese nationals evacuate in the most effective way, where they will be.
On your second question, we are in close communication with all parties, in a bid to ensure the early, safe and orderly withdrawal of Chinese nationals in Yemen.
On your third question, we closely monitor the situation in Yemen, and hope relevant parties can politically resolve the Yemeni crisis at an early date. We once again call on all parties in Yemen to implement relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council and GCC proposals, and restore stability and normal order to Yemen as soon as possible.
问题:  Representatives from parties concerned have arrived at Lausanne, Switzerland on March 28 and 29 for the Iranian nuclear issue negotiation. Please tell us more about China’s expectations for this round of negotiation and the work China has done. 
问答: 回答: Positive changes have shown up in the negotiation on the Iranian nuclear issue, and considerable progress has been made. The Chinese side hopes that all parties in the negotiation can seize the opportunity, display flexibility, make political decisions and strive for a breakthrough so that a comprehensive agreement that is equitable, balanced and mutually beneficial can be sealed at an early date.
As a member of the P5+1, China has been playing a positive and constructive role in the negotiation and making enormous efforts to push for the comprehensive, enduring and proper settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue. Foreign Minister Wang Yi is now in Lausanne, Switzerland for the P5+1 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and in discussion with his counterparts about the major remaining problems in the negotiation. China will continue to work shoulder to shoulder with relevant parties and push for fruitful results of the negotiation at an early date.
问题:  First, media reports say that the Philippines is to downgrade the dispute with Malaysia concerning Sabah in exchange for the support of Malaysia on the South China Sea arbitration it filed. Do you have any comment on this? Second, the latest round of negotiation on the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is being held in Tajikistan. Can you give us more details? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, I have no information about the talks between Malaysia and the Philippines. China holds a clear position on the South China Sea issue, as well as the arbitration unilaterally initiated by the Philippines. We are willing to work together with relevant countries to properly resolve the disputes through dialogue and negotiation and safeguard peace and stability of the South China Sea.
On your second question, I’d like to point you to the Finance Ministry for specific consultation on the AIIB. The Chinese side is soliciting opinions from the current prospective founding members following multilateral procedures, and will communicate and consult with parties concerned on the charter of the AIIB. As a new multilateral development institution that is open and inclusive, the AIIB is expected to make positive contributions to infrastructure building in the Asia-Pacific region
问题:  According to media reports, tomorrow is the deadline for countries to submit their post-2020 pledges on carbon emission reduction to the UN. So far the EU and Switzerland have already done so. Is China planning to submit your pledge by tomorrow? 
问答: 回答: First one thing to clarify: March 31 is not the loose deadline for countries to submit emission reduction commitment to the UN. According to relevant resolutions passed at the 2013 UN Climate Change Conference in Warsaw and the 2014 Conference in Lima, all countries should report their post-2020 “intended nationally determined contributions” on combating climate change before the Paris Conference to be held in late 2015. Countries that are fully prepared can submit their “contributions” in the first quarter of 2015, and some developed countries have already done so. We have noted this and welcome this. It is our belief that “contributions” of all countries should be comprehensive and balanced, covering all elements including mitigation, adaptation, funding, technology and capacity building. China is actively studying this and strives to submit China’s “contributions” in the first half of this year with the least delay.
问题:  Russian President Putin will come to China in September for the commemorations marking the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Is China worried that leaders from some countries may be unwilling to attend the commemorations? Can you update us on the communication between China and the US, Australia, New Zealand, France, the UK and other countries? 
问答: 回答: This year marks the 70th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. Many countries as well as the UN will hold various activities commemorating the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Second World War and the founding of the UN. China has said on multiple occasions that the Chinese government will hold grand commemorations in Beijing this September to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, in a bid to memorize history, honor the fallen heroes, cherish peace and open up to the future. All peace-and-justice-loving countries in the world will take this year as an important opportunity to review history, draw upon experience and lessons and better safeguard peace that comes at a great cost. Relevant commemorations are in preparation.
China has sent invitations to leaders of all relevant countries and international organizations. We will keep in touch with parties concerned through diplomatic channels.
问题:  First, officials from Puntland, Somalia said that more and more ships from Iran, the ROK and China are involved in illegal fishing off the Somali waters. UN officials said that the rise of illegal fishing may lead to rampant piracy. Has China asked its fishermen to stop illegal fishing? Second, a report says that a US website was under hacker attack, and the source of the attack was from China. How do you respond? 
问答: 回答: On your first question, the Chinese government is opposed to illegal fishing, and we have been asking Chinese citizens to fish in accordance with the law. We also hope countries concerned can take tangible steps to safeguard the security and rights and interests of the Chinese fishermen.
On your second question, it is quite odd that every time a website in the US or any other country is under attack, there will be speculation that Chinese hackers are behind it. I’d like to remind you that China is one of the major victims of cyber attacks. We have been underlining that China hopes to work with the international community to speed up the making of international rules and jointly keep the cyber space peaceful, secure, open and cooperative. It is hoped that all parties can work in concert to address hacker attacks in a positive and constructive manner.
问题:  The Arab League Summit was held in Egypt to discuss the formation of a joint Arab military force to help Arab states deal with national security threats and combat terrorism. What is China’s comment on this? 
问答: 回答: We have taken note of the Arab League Summit. China hopes that the Yemeni crisis can be politically resolved as soon as possible, and calls on all parties to implement relevant UN Security Council resolutions and GCC proposals and restore stability and normal order to Yemen.
问题:  The Chinese naval fleet is now evacuating Chinese nationals in Yemen near the Gulf of Aden. In addition to this, will the Chinese vessels also undertake peacekeeping missions there? 
问答: 回答: At the request of the Somali government, the Chinese naval fleet has been on escort mission in the Somali waters and the Gulf of Aden following relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council since 2008. Apart from protecting ships from China and other countries passing by and the security of relevant personnel, the Chinese naval fleet has also participated in humanitarian assistance when necessary.
The Chinese naval fleet is currently on evacuation mission of Chinese nationals. The escort mission will be resumed in the Gulf of Aden and the Somali waters after the evacuation is completed.