President, 

I thank Executive Director Catherine Russell and Secretary General Christopher Lockyear for their briefings. I welcome the Permanent Representatives of Sudan and the UAE at today’s meeting. 

Next month will mark the second anniversary of the armed conflict in Sudan. Sadly, the dawn of peace still has not emerged. Recently, the RSF has launched frequent attacks on displacement camps in and around El Fasher, the hostilities among the parties to the conflict continue unabated, and civilian casualties and the scale of displacement continue to grow, deepening the already dire humanitarian crisis. The crimes of sexual violence mentioned by the two briefers are appalling. China calls on all parties to the conflict to implement the requirements of the relevant Security Council resolutions, respond to the universal call of the international community, achieve a Ramadan ceasefire without delay, work to deescalate the situation, and create conditions to improve humanitarian access and alleviate the humanitarian situation. 

China has stressed on multiple occasions that the parties to the conflict should abide by their obligations under international humanitarian law, effectively fulfill the commitments of the Jeddah Declaration, protect civilians from being affected by the fighting, stop attacks that target hospitals, schools, markets, and other civilian facilities, and guarantee the fundamental rights of vulnerable groups such as women and children. International humanitarian agencies and humanitarian workers bear extremely high risks when saving lives. Their safety and security must also be guaranteed. 

China welcomes the efforts by the Sudanese Government in providing necessary support and guarantees for some of the returning displaced persons, and encourages the UN to engage in close coordination and cooperation with the Sudanese Government and other relevant parties to restore as soon as possible the humanitarian delivery corridors to El Fasher and other locations and to ensure the safe and timely distribution of aid supplies. Under-funding is a major challenge in responding to the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The international community should take seriously the gravity and urgency of the humanitarian situation in Sudan. Traditional donors should not, for various reasons, reduce their humanitarian support and input for Sudan.  

President,  

A week ago, the Security Council issued a press statement expressing grave concerns over the signing of a political charter and the declaration of the formation of a “parallel government” by the RSF and other political factions. China notes that the relevant parties have recently taken another step by signing a “transitional constitution”, a move that could aggravate tensions and heighten the risk of fragmentation, and runs counter to the goal of conflict resolution. China reiterates that the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Sudan must be respected and that the UN Charter and international law should be observed. 

China supports the Secretary-General’s personal envoy Mr. Ramtane Lamamra in continuing to engage in shuttle good offices and promote the parties to the conflict to meet each other halfway, replace military confrontation with political dialogue, and properly address differences through consultation and negotiation. We support the AU, IGAD, and other regional organizations in stepping up communication and enhancing mutual trust with the Sudanese Government to ensure the effectiveness of African solutions to African issues. China stands ready to work with all parties to continue the active efforts for the early restoration of peace and stability in Sudan. 

Thank you, President.