Beijing/New Delhi, May 12 (UNI) China has expressed the hope that India and Pakistan will consolidate and maintain the momentum of the ceasefire, and avoid renewed conflict. Beijing has also offered its good offices to mediate between both nations to achieve a lasting ceasefire.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, asked to comment on the ceasefire reached between India and Pakistan, said that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi had spoken separately on Monday night with Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
The spokesperson said that “China believes that a ceasefire between India and Pakistan serves the fundamental and long-term interests of both countries, contributes to regional peace and stability, and reflects the shared expectations of the international community.