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06BEIJING7837
2006-04-25 12:16:00
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Embassy Beijing
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APRIL 25 MFA PRESS BRIEFING: HU VISIT, NEPAL,
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UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 03 BEIJING 007837
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E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PREL PHUM PARM PTER KNNP CH
SUBJECT: APRIL 25 MFA PRESS BRIEFING: HU VISIT, NEPAL,
TERROR ATTACK IN EGYPT, IRAN, ROK-JAPAN ROCKS DISPUTE,
SOLOMON ISLANDS, CHAD, SILK ALLEY
BEIJING 00007837 001.2 OF 003
Summary
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UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 03 BEIJING 007837
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E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PREL PHUM PARM PTER KNNP CH
SUBJECT: APRIL 25 MFA PRESS BRIEFING: HU VISIT, NEPAL,
TERROR ATTACK IN EGYPT, IRAN, ROK-JAPAN ROCKS DISPUTE,
SOLOMON ISLANDS, CHAD, SILK ALLEY
BEIJING 00007837 001.2 OF 003
Summary
--------------
1. Key points made at the regular April 25 MFA press
briefing are as follows:
- The United States apologized for the Falungong
incident but has to answer for the lapse in security.
Washington should take firmer steps to stop FLG
activities.
- The MFA spokesman said he had no specifics on the
human rights cases discussed by Presidents Bush and Hu
but that China would handle them according to the law,
while thanking the President for reiterating
Washington's one-China policy and "opposition" to Taiwan
independence.
- China will continue working with the United States
to resolve the DPRK nuclear issue through
negotiations.
- China respects Nepal's right to choose its own
leaders and determine its political future and has
encouraged Chinese citizens to leave for now.
- China opposes terrorism and sends condolences to
Egypt.
- The international community should not abandon
diplomatic means in response to Iran's threat to cease
cooperation with the IAEA if sanctions are imposed.
- Japan and the ROK should resolve their standoff over
disputed islands through negotiations.
- Chinese efforts in assisting victims of anti-Chinese
riots in the Solomon Islands have been successful.
- The SCO defense ministers meeting will discuss
regional security on April 26.
- The MFA spokesperson rejects allegations of support
for Chad rebels as highly irresponsible.
- China will invite countries which have diplomatic
relations with Taiwan to the 2010 World Exhibition in
Shanghai
- The Chinese government will protect luxury name
brands in China in the wake of the Silk Alley lawsuit.
End Summary.
President Hu's U.S. Visit and Falungong
--------------
2. In responding to questions at the biweekly MFA
press briefing by Reuters and other correspondents
about China's views on White House handling of the
Falungong incident during the South Lawn welcoming
ceremony for President Hu, MFA Deputy Spokesman Qin
Gang said China had made a formal representation and
the United States had apologized. When pushed
regarding the security issue, Qin noted that the
United States is known for its tight security and yet
the incident occurred anyway. He said this is a
question for Washington to answer. Qin underscored
that China hopes the United States can now see clearly
that Falungong is an evil cult and anti-China
political organization whose intent is to sabotage
China-US relations. Beijing urges Washington to take
concrete steps to stop Falungong anti-China
activities, a move that will enhance bilateral
relations, according to Qin.
Human Rights and Taiwan
--------------
3. When asked about reports that President Hu had
agreed to take action on three of the six human rights
cases raised by the President during their talks, Qin
Gang said he did not have specific information but
that China would handle each case according to law.
BEIJING 00007837 002.2 OF 003
President Hu also repeated China's principled position
on cross-Strait relations and appreciated President
Bush affirming that U.S. policy had not changed, as
well as reiteration of the U.S. commitment to a one-
China policy, the three Joint Communiques, "opposition
to Taiwan independence" and no unilateral changes to
the status quo. China and the United States share
broad, strategic interests in cross-Strait stability
and checking Taiwan independence, which could
undermine China-US relations, Qin said.
Iran, DPRK Nuclear Issues
--------------
4. When asked by Reuters and other correspondents
about the PRC reaction to Iran's threat to withdraw
cooperation with the IAEA if sanctions are imposed,
Qin urged the international community not to abandon
diplomatic means. He called on all parties to
exercise restraint and show flexibility in order to
create favorable conditions to negotiate a solution.
In response to questions regarding views exchanged on
Iran and the DPRK at the Bush-Hu talks, Qin said
President Hu reiterated China position that the issues
should be resolved through diplomatic means.
President Hu told President Bush that China will
continue promoting peaceful denuclearization of the
Korean Peninsula and communicating with the United
States on the issue, Qin stated.
Developments in Nepal
--------------
5. When asked by a Xinhua reporter about the decision
by Nepal's King to surrender power to a reinstated
parliament, Qin stated that China supports the right
of various parties in Nepal, including the King, to
choose their government and the future of their
country. China considers Nepal a friend and neighbor
and welcomes positive efforts to ensure stability in
the country and region. China's cooperative relations
with Nepal will continue. In responding to a Reuters
reporter's question about the MFA encouraging Chinese
to leave Nepal, Qin said a statement was issued on
April 23 to safeguard the security of Chinese citizens
there. The MFA had activated its emergency response
mechanism but did not know how many Chinese citizens
had departed Nepal. China encourages Nepal to ensure
the safety and property of Chinese in the country and
hopes the situation would normalize soon, stated Qin.
China Opposes Terrorism, Sends Condolences to Egypt
-------------- --------------
6. In his opening remarks, Qin stated that Hu Jintao
had sent formal condolences to the Egyptian government
and the victims of the recent bombing there. He said
China severely condemned the act and was cooperating
with international efforts to combat terrorism in all
its manifestations.
China's Stance in ROK-Japan Dispute Over Islands
-------------- ---
7. Asked about China's relations with Japan and the
ROK in the context of the dispute over the
Dokdo/Takeshima Islands, Qin said he had answered the
question on China-Japan relations in the last press
conference. Noting that China is a neighbor of both
countries, he urged them to solve the dispute through
negotiations.
Furthr on Chinese Victims of Solomon Islands Riots
-------------- --------------
8. When pressed for more details on China's efforts
to aid its citizens in the Solomon Islands, Qin
asserted that efforts to date had been successful. He
said that 310 Chinese had been flown to Guangzhou this
morning and the PRC is monitoring the situation. In
response to a Hong Kong reporter's question, Qin
elaborated on the MFA's Consular Protection Division,
saying it strengthens protection for overseas Chinese
BEIJING 00007837 003.2 OF 003
and that it coordinates closely with other MFA
organizations, including the Chinese Embassies in
Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea.
Referring to the April 20 press conference, Qin
repeated that while Beijing and Honiara lack
diplomatic ties, the PRC had urged the Solomon Islands
Government through various channels to protect PRC
nationals and overseas Chinese.
Denial of Chinese Support for Chad Rebels
--------------
9. Qin denounced as highly irresponsible a report
mentioned by a correspondent that China is supporting
efforts to bring down the Chad government, saying he
had not heard of such reports.
SCO Defense Minister Meeting
--------------
10. Asked about the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation
Organization (SCO) Defense Ministerial, Qin said it
will take place on April 26 and that Defense Minister
Cao Gangchuan will lead the Chinese delegation. In
addition to exchanging views on regional security, Qin
said the meeting will discuss how to combat extremism,
separatism and terrorism.
Diplomatic Status of 2010 Shanghai World Exposition
--------------
11. When asked by a Taiwan CNA reporter whether China
would engage in diplomatic warfare by including
countries that had diplomatic relations with Taiwan at
the Expo, Qin stated that as host, China would issue
invitations to all member states. China was committed
to promoting exchanges and seeking diplomatic
relations with all countries.
Followup to Silk Alley Lawsuit, Pirated Luxury Brands
-------------- --------------
12. In response to a Global Radio News reporter's
question on what assurances China can offer regarding
protection of copyrights and piracy of luxury brands
in light of the successful suit against Silk Alley,
Qin said China would protect the legitimate rights and
interests of brand names in China.
SEDNEY
SIPDIS
SIPDIS
E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PREL PHUM PARM PTER KNNP CH
SUBJECT: APRIL 25 MFA PRESS BRIEFING: HU VISIT, NEPAL,
TERROR ATTACK IN EGYPT, IRAN, ROK-JAPAN ROCKS DISPUTE,
SOLOMON ISLANDS, CHAD, SILK ALLEY
BEIJING 00007837 001.2 OF 003
Summary
--------------
1. Key points made at the regular April 25 MFA press
briefing are as follows:
- The United States apologized for the Falungong
incident but has to answer for the lapse in security.
Washington should take firmer steps to stop FLG
activities.
- The MFA spokesman said he had no specifics on the
human rights cases discussed by Presidents Bush and Hu
but that China would handle them according to the law,
while thanking the President for reiterating
Washington's one-China policy and "opposition" to Taiwan
independence.
- China will continue working with the United States
to resolve the DPRK nuclear issue through
negotiations.
- China respects Nepal's right to choose its own
leaders and determine its political future and has
encouraged Chinese citizens to leave for now.
- China opposes terrorism and sends condolences to
Egypt.
- The international community should not abandon
diplomatic means in response to Iran's threat to cease
cooperation with the IAEA if sanctions are imposed.
- Japan and the ROK should resolve their standoff over
disputed islands through negotiations.
- Chinese efforts in assisting victims of anti-Chinese
riots in the Solomon Islands have been successful.
- The SCO defense ministers meeting will discuss
regional security on April 26.
- The MFA spokesperson rejects allegations of support
for Chad rebels as highly irresponsible.
- China will invite countries which have diplomatic
relations with Taiwan to the 2010 World Exhibition in
Shanghai
- The Chinese government will protect luxury name
brands in China in the wake of the Silk Alley lawsuit.
End Summary.
President Hu's U.S. Visit and Falungong
--------------
2. In responding to questions at the biweekly MFA
press briefing by Reuters and other correspondents
about China's views on White House handling of the
Falungong incident during the South Lawn welcoming
ceremony for President Hu, MFA Deputy Spokesman Qin
Gang said China had made a formal representation and
the United States had apologized. When pushed
regarding the security issue, Qin noted that the
United States is known for its tight security and yet
the incident occurred anyway. He said this is a
question for Washington to answer. Qin underscored
that China hopes the United States can now see clearly
that Falungong is an evil cult and anti-China
political organization whose intent is to sabotage
China-US relations. Beijing urges Washington to take
concrete steps to stop Falungong anti-China
activities, a move that will enhance bilateral
relations, according to Qin.
Human Rights and Taiwan
--------------
3. When asked about reports that President Hu had
agreed to take action on three of the six human rights
cases raised by the President during their talks, Qin
Gang said he did not have specific information but
that China would handle each case according to law.
BEIJING 00007837 002.2 OF 003
President Hu also repeated China's principled position
on cross-Strait relations and appreciated President
Bush affirming that U.S. policy had not changed, as
well as reiteration of the U.S. commitment to a one-
China policy, the three Joint Communiques, "opposition
to Taiwan independence" and no unilateral changes to
the status quo. China and the United States share
broad, strategic interests in cross-Strait stability
and checking Taiwan independence, which could
undermine China-US relations, Qin said.
Iran, DPRK Nuclear Issues
--------------
4. When asked by Reuters and other correspondents
about the PRC reaction to Iran's threat to withdraw
cooperation with the IAEA if sanctions are imposed,
Qin urged the international community not to abandon
diplomatic means. He called on all parties to
exercise restraint and show flexibility in order to
create favorable conditions to negotiate a solution.
In response to questions regarding views exchanged on
Iran and the DPRK at the Bush-Hu talks, Qin said
President Hu reiterated China position that the issues
should be resolved through diplomatic means.
President Hu told President Bush that China will
continue promoting peaceful denuclearization of the
Korean Peninsula and communicating with the United
States on the issue, Qin stated.
Developments in Nepal
--------------
5. When asked by a Xinhua reporter about the decision
by Nepal's King to surrender power to a reinstated
parliament, Qin stated that China supports the right
of various parties in Nepal, including the King, to
choose their government and the future of their
country. China considers Nepal a friend and neighbor
and welcomes positive efforts to ensure stability in
the country and region. China's cooperative relations
with Nepal will continue. In responding to a Reuters
reporter's question about the MFA encouraging Chinese
to leave Nepal, Qin said a statement was issued on
April 23 to safeguard the security of Chinese citizens
there. The MFA had activated its emergency response
mechanism but did not know how many Chinese citizens
had departed Nepal. China encourages Nepal to ensure
the safety and property of Chinese in the country and
hopes the situation would normalize soon, stated Qin.
China Opposes Terrorism, Sends Condolences to Egypt
-------------- --------------
6. In his opening remarks, Qin stated that Hu Jintao
had sent formal condolences to the Egyptian government
and the victims of the recent bombing there. He said
China severely condemned the act and was cooperating
with international efforts to combat terrorism in all
its manifestations.
China's Stance in ROK-Japan Dispute Over Islands
-------------- ---
7. Asked about China's relations with Japan and the
ROK in the context of the dispute over the
Dokdo/Takeshima Islands, Qin said he had answered the
question on China-Japan relations in the last press
conference. Noting that China is a neighbor of both
countries, he urged them to solve the dispute through
negotiations.
Furthr on Chinese Victims of Solomon Islands Riots
-------------- --------------
8. When pressed for more details on China's efforts
to aid its citizens in the Solomon Islands, Qin
asserted that efforts to date had been successful. He
said that 310 Chinese had been flown to Guangzhou this
morning and the PRC is monitoring the situation. In
response to a Hong Kong reporter's question, Qin
elaborated on the MFA's Consular Protection Division,
saying it strengthens protection for overseas Chinese
BEIJING 00007837 003.2 OF 003
and that it coordinates closely with other MFA
organizations, including the Chinese Embassies in
Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea.
Referring to the April 20 press conference, Qin
repeated that while Beijing and Honiara lack
diplomatic ties, the PRC had urged the Solomon Islands
Government through various channels to protect PRC
nationals and overseas Chinese.
Denial of Chinese Support for Chad Rebels
--------------
9. Qin denounced as highly irresponsible a report
mentioned by a correspondent that China is supporting
efforts to bring down the Chad government, saying he
had not heard of such reports.
SCO Defense Minister Meeting
--------------
10. Asked about the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation
Organization (SCO) Defense Ministerial, Qin said it
will take place on April 26 and that Defense Minister
Cao Gangchuan will lead the Chinese delegation. In
addition to exchanging views on regional security, Qin
said the meeting will discuss how to combat extremism,
separatism and terrorism.
Diplomatic Status of 2010 Shanghai World Exposition
--------------
11. When asked by a Taiwan CNA reporter whether China
would engage in diplomatic warfare by including
countries that had diplomatic relations with Taiwan at
the Expo, Qin stated that as host, China would issue
invitations to all member states. China was committed
to promoting exchanges and seeking diplomatic
relations with all countries.
Followup to Silk Alley Lawsuit, Pirated Luxury Brands
-------------- --------------
12. In response to a Global Radio News reporter's
question on what assurances China can offer regarding
protection of copyrights and piracy of luxury brands
in light of the successful suit against Silk Alley,
Qin said China would protect the legitimate rights and
interests of brand names in China.
SEDNEY