On the 18th, local time, the UN Security Council held a meeting to discuss political and humanitarian issues in Syria.Syria's sovereignty, security and territorial integrity must be fully respectedThe international community should provide constructive assistance to Syria, promote an inclusive political transition, resolutely fight terrorism and increase humanitarian aid.

China's permanent representative to the UN said in a speech that day that China and Syria are friendly countries, never interfere in Syria's internal affairs and respect the choice of the Syrian people.

First, firmly advance the inclusive political transition; second, firmly combat all forms of terrorism; third, ease the humanitarian distress as soon as possible.

China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations:When dealing with the Syrian issue, the international community should always abide by a basic principle, that is, Syria's sovereignty, security and territorial integrity must be fully respected by all parties. We call on Israel to stop its military operations against Syria and immediately withdraw from Syrian territory. As a strategic partner of Middle East countries, China is willing to work with the international community to continue to play a constructive role in promoting long-term stability in Syria and restoring peace and tranquility in the Middle East.