President, 

Just now, the Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2811, renewing the mandate of UNDOF for six months. I wish to make an explanation of China's vote. 

First, since its establishment in 1974, UNDOF has played an important role in maintaining overall stability on the ground. Under the current circumstances, it is particularly important to ensure continuity in the work of UNDOF and maintain stability in the Golan Heights. For that reason, China voted in favor of the draft resolution. China wishes to reiterate that all parties are obligated to fully implement the 1974 disengagement agreement, that unauthorized foreign forces should not be stationed in the area of separation between Syria and Israel, and that the implementation of UNDOF's duty in accordance with the mandate given by the Security Council should be guaranteed. 

Second, Syria's sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity should be fully respected. This is a principle that must be upheld in addressing the Syrian issue. The Golan Heights are internationally recognized as occupied Syrian territory. As early as 1981, the Security Council adopted Resolution 497, in which it concluded on the legal status of the Syrian Golan Heights, explicitly declaring the occupation of the Syrian Golan Heights as null and void. The relevant Security Council resolutions must be implemented. 

Third, a comprehensive solution to the Syrian issue cannot be achieved without a peaceful and stable domestic environment. On December 26, a terrorist attack on the mosque in the Syrian city of Homs resulted in heavy casualties. China opposes terrorism in all its forms and strongly condemns this attack. At the same time, it shows that the counter-terrorism situation in Syria remains grave and complex. We call on the Syrian transitional government to fulfill its international obligations and take all effective measures to resolutely combat all international terrorist organizations listed by the Security Council, including the ETIM, in order to achieve security and stability in the country. 

Thank you, President.