On June 1, 2016, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who was paying an official visit to Canada, gave remarks in Ottawa, on the terrorist attack on Chinese peacekeepers in Mali.

Wang Yi expressed that I am deeply shocked by this terrorist attack happened to Chinese peacekeepers in Mali. I would like to offer the deepest condolences to the victim and sincere sympathy to the injured. This sacrifice is not only a loss to the Chinese people, but also one to the cause of world peace. The Chinese side will take all necessary measures to firmly protect the safety of Chinese peacekeepers.

Wang Yi pointed out that we condemn this despicable act targeting UN peacekeeping mission in the strongest term. China urges relevant sides to carry out comprehensive investigation into this terrorist attack immediately and hold the perpetrators accountable.

Wang Yi emphasized that as a permanent member of the UN Security Council and good friend of Africa, China will not change its commitment on safeguarding peace and security in Africa and the world, and our efforts in helping African countries achieve peace and security will not be reduced. We will continue to participate in UN peacekeeping operations and further support the central role of the UN in international affairs.