The UN Security Council unanimously passed Resolution 1511 on the Iraq on Oct.16.

China has always supported the adoption of a new UN Security Council resolution on Iraq so as to give full play to the important role of the United Nations in the early realization of stability in Iraq and the goal of "Iraqi people governing Iraq".

China has consistently adopted a constructive attitude and actively participated in the consultation in the drafting of the resolution and proposed suggestions for amendment. After several rounds of consultations and revision, the resolution adopted many rational suggestions from China and other parties, in particular in its contents on advancing the political process in Iraq, gradually enhancing the role of the UN and increasing the transparency in the reconstruction. The resolution still leaves room for improvement. China voted in favor of the resolution in light of the practical need and long-term interest of the Iraqi people.

China hopes the UN Security Council would maintain solidarity and cooperation, pay close attention to the Iraqi situation and fully consider the common demand of the international community for the early restoration of sovereignty in Iraq. The UN should be given full play of its role in helping Iraq back to the track of peace, stability and development. China is willing to make unremitting efforts to that end.