(WNAM Monitoring): Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the latter’s request.
Giving an update on the conflict between Pakistan and India, Mohammad Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan is willing to achieve a ceasefire with India, but will not relax its vigilance, and will respond to any actions that violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Pakistan thanks China for its mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire and cessation of hostilities and stands ready to maintain close communication with China and the international community.
Wang Yi said that as a neighbor of both Pakistan and India, China is concerned about the escalation of the conflict between the two countries. The conflict has caused civilian casualties on the Pakistani side, and China expresses its sympathies over this. China supports Pakistan in safeguarding its national sovereignty and dignity.
China believes that Pakistan will respond to the current situation with calm and make decisions in line with its fundamental and long-term interests. China hopes for and supports an early ceasefire between Pakistan and India. Once a ceasefire is reached, it must be jointly observed to prevent the recurrence of conflict. This serves the interests of both Pakistan and India, contributes to regional peace and stability, and meets the common expectations of the international community. China is willing to continue playing a positive role in this regard.
Wang Yi noted that Pakistan stands at the forefront of the international fight against terrorism and has made important contributions to the counter-terrorism efforts, and China supports Pakistan’s continued firm counter-terrorism actions. China believes that Pakistan will ensure the security and safety of Chinese personnel and institutions in Pakistan amid the current tensions.
