China supports any efforts made by the international community contributing to achieving fairness and justice on the Palestine question, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman on Friday.
Lin Jian, the spokesman, made the statement at a regular press briefing in Beijing in response to a media query after the International Criminal Court's (ICC) issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged crimes against humanity in the war-torn Gaza Strip.
"We have noticed the relevant reports. China always stands on the side of fairness and justice as well as on the side of the international law regarding the Palestinian question. China opposes all actions that violate international law, including the International Humanitarian Law (IHL), and condemns any acts that harm civilians or target civilian facilities," he said.
"Currently, as the Gaza conflict drags on, an unprecedented humanitarian crisis has been caused. China supports any efforts by the international community that contribute to achieving fairness and justice and that uphold the authority of international law concerning the Palestinian question. We hope that the International Criminal Court will exercise its powers in accordance with the law and uphold an objective and impartial stance, and fully interpret and apply the Rome Statute and general international law in good faith and in accordance with uniform standards," the spokesman continued.
China supports international efforts upholding justice on Palestine question: spokesman
The 2024 World Vocational and Technical Education Development Conference was held in north China's Tianjin Municipality from Wednesday to Friday, spotlighting advancements and international partnerships in vocational training.
With the theme "Innovation Empowers the Future, Skills Enlighten New Lives," the conference hosted over 1,200 domestic and foreign representatives, including more than 600 overseas guests from over 100 countries and regions.
A major highlight was the establishment of the World Vocational and Technical Education Development Alliance, aimed at providing the most comprehensive, balanced, representative and inclusive international platform for vocational education, according to the organizers of the conference.
China's contributions to global vocational education were showcased, including the expansion of Luban Workshops to over 30 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa. Named in honor of the ancient Chinese craftsman, engineer and inventor Lu Ban (507－444 B.C.), these workshops integrate academic education and skills training, offering 60 specialized programs in 14 disciplines.
According to official data, more than 200 vocational colleges in China have partnered with institutions across 70 countries and regions, established over 400 programs.
Li Fei, dean of the Railway Power Academy of the Tianjin Railway Vocational and Technical College, highlighted the success of the first Luban Workshop in Thailand.
"The Thailand Luban Workshop is the first of its kind established overseas by China, primarily focusing on the training of high-speed rail talents. Chinese and Thai educational institutions jointly formulated the teaching and curriculum standards for the workshop, aiming to provide a talent pool for the operation of the China-Thailand high-speed railway," Li said.
The conference also featured the World Vocational College Skills Competition, where top vocational talents competed, further strengthening international exchanges in technical education.
"China's experience in vocational and technical education plays a significant role globally and has already been promoted to many other countries," said Beisembayev Gani Bektaevich, Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The conference was jointly sponsored by China's Ministry of Education, the Chinese National Commission for UNESCO, and the Tianjin municipal government.
Global collaboration in focus at 2024 Vocational Education Conference in Tianjin
