China: conditions not met on Masood Azhar

The transcript discusses a country's application to the UNSC 1267 Committee, which is currently on hold due to a lack of consensus. China has placed a technical hold to allow more time for consultations, aligning with UNSC resolutions and rules. The UNSC and its committees have their own procedures, and all members are expected to adhere to them. The potential impact of this issue on China-UK relations is acknowledged, but both sides have exchanged views and hope it will not affect their relationship.

Why did China place a technical hold on the proposal submitted to the UN Security Council's 1267 Committee?

• To expedite the decision-making process

• To comply with international sanctions

• To allow more time for consultation

• To reject the proposal entirely

What is emphasized about the UN Security Council's procedural rules?

• They are flexible and can be changed easily

• They apply only to certain members

• All members must adhere to them

• They are optional guidelines

What is the main concern regarding the proposal's impact on international relations?

• It could lead to economic sanctions

• It may affect Sino-British relations

• It will improve global security

• It might strengthen Sino-British relations

What has been done by China and the UK regarding the proposal's potential impact?

• They have signed a new agreement

• They have exchanged views

• They have ignored the issue

• They have escalated tensions

What is the hope expressed about the proposal's effect on Sino-British relations?

• It will not affect the relationship

• It will lead to a new alliance

• It will result in trade benefits

• It will cause a diplomatic rift