China representative full speech at ICJ: Addressing the Question of Palestine

Ma Xinmin, China’s ambassador to Sudan, presents China’s support for the Palestinian cause and calls for a peaceful resolution through international law and cooperation between Palestine, Israel, and the global community at the ICJ hearings today. Chapter 1: Introduction 0:00 Introduction and background on China’s involvement in the issue of Palestine. Chapter 2: Jurisdiction of the Court 1:30 Argument for the court’s jurisdiction over the case. 3:04 Addressing concerns about rendering an advisory opinion. 3:53 The relationship between the General Assembly and the court’s jurisdiction. 4:34 The potential impact of an advisory opinion on negotiations and legal frameworks. Chapter 3: Palestinian Right to Self-Determination 6:18 Background on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. 6:57 Legal principles and international recognition of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination. 8:50 Clarification on the scope and applicability of the right to self-determination, historical context, and international support for Palestinian aspirations. Chapter 4: International Law and Occupation 15:55 Analysis of international law related to the occupation of Palestinian territories. 17:50 Legal principles governing the use of force, acquisition of territory, and self-defense. 19:56 Application of international humanitarian law in the context of belligerent occupation. 22:03 Assessment of Israeli policies and practices in violation of international law. Chapter 5: Conclusion and Recommendations 26:06 Summary of key points presented by China and call for mutual efforts towards a peaceful settlement between Palestine and Israel. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) continues public hearings in The Hague on Thursday, February 22, on the ‘legal consequences’ of Israel’s conduct and practices in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. Day four will hear arguments from representatives of China, Iran, Ireland, Japan and Jordan. The case follows a referral from the UN General Assembly in December 2022, which requested an advisory opinion. #ICJ #TheHague #Netherlands #Gaza #Palestine #Israel #IDF #InternationalCourtofJustice