Yemen Monitor / Newsroom:
Chinese Ambassador Geng Shuang reaffirmed his country’s position on the UN Security Council draft resolution regarding the extension of reporting requirements in the Red Sea, announcing that China abstained from the vote due to the current developments in the region.
The ambassador explained that tensions have recently escalated in the Red Sea with renewed hostilities between Israel and the Houthis, and an increase in Houthi attacks on commercial vessels, resulting in casualties.
China expressed deep concern over these developments, calling on all parties to exercise restraint and to halt actions that could worsen the situation. It also urged the Houthis to respect navigation rights and ensure the security of maritime routes in accordance with international law.
Geng Shuang noted that China had previously abstained from voting on Resolution 2722 concerning the Red Sea. He stressed that some countries had carried out military operations in Yemen after the adoption of that resolution, which harmed the peace process and hindered stability in the region.
He emphasized the need to respect Yemen’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, warning against the misinterpretation or misuse of Security Council resolutions.
The ambassador added that the tensions in the Red Sea primarily stem from the broader conflict in Gaza, emphasizing that no solutions will be achieved without de-escalation and calming the situation throughout the region.
He called on the international community to take urgent action to ensure an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza and the full resumption of humanitarian aid access.
China also announced its readiness to cooperate with all parties to make positive progress in the upcoming peace conference on the Palestinian issue, scheduled for the end of this month, and to implement the two-state solution as a strategic option for achieving peace and stability in the region.
The ambassador’s statements were made during the UN Security Council session held on July 15, 2025, according to China’s official news agency, reflecting Beijing’s close monitoring of developments in the Red Sea, Yemen, and Palestine.
