China expressed its serious concerns over the recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Wednesday.
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi, in a statement, said “China keeps+++++ a close eye on the current clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan”.
The Chinese Foreign Minister said, “Pakistan and Afghanistan are China’s neighbouring countries, so this is the responsibility of both countries to live in peace and promote friendly relations”.
Wang Li said that Pakistan and China should adopt a common strategy to curb terrorism and solve their issues through negotiations.
China advised both countries to avoid further escalation and take measures for development and progress in the region.
China shares a border with Afghanistan and Pakistan in its western region and has sought to play a mediating role in calming hostilities between the two sides.
“China is willing to continue to play a constructive role in improving and developing Pakistan-Afghanistan relations,” foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said during a regular press briefing.
Beijing hopes that Kabul and Islamabad will “remain calm and restrained, and persist in properly resolving each other’s concerns through dialogue and consultation to avoid escalation of conflicts,” Lin said.