On 8 October, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning held a regular press conference. A journalist asked about the one-year anniversary of the outbreak of the Gaza conflict, which fell on 7 October 2024, and the fact that the conflict is still ongoing. What was China's position on the situation and how did it intend to continue to promote a ceasefire and an end to the fighting?
Mao Ning said that the conflict in Gaza has been going on for a year and has caused many losses of innocent lives and serious humanitarian disasters. The effects of this conflict are spreading throughout the region, leading to an escalation of regional tensions. China is deeply concerned that the conflict is still ongoing and that peace is still distant. The harsh reality clearly shows that military and violent means are not the solution to the problems, but only deepen old hostilities and distance to achieve peace and stability.
Mao Ning further stated that China has recently proposed a three-step initiative to address the current situation in Gaza. The main priority is an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian aid. "Palestinian governance of Gaza" is a fundamental principle for the reconstruction of Gaza after the conflict, and the "two-state solution" is the key to the future. The national rights of the Palestinians should be safeguarded while taking into account Israel's legitimate security concerns. The international community should make efforts to reduce tensions in the region and hold a larger, more authoritative and effective international conference to set a timetable and roadmap for the implementation of the two-state solution and ultimately achieve peaceful coexistence between Palestine and Israel and harmonious coexistence between the Arab and Jewish peoples.
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