China Welcomes Pakistan-Taliban Ceasefire
China’s foreign ministry says it welcomes a temporary ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban.
Spokesperson Lin Jian said China hopes both sides will remain calm and exercise restraint, and resume peace talks as soon as possible.
He made the remarks on Thursday, March 19, a day after Pakistan and the Taliban agreed to temporarily suspend fighting during Eid following a request from Saudi Arabia and other regional countries.
The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson stressed that both sides should reach a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire as soon as possible, resolve differences through dialogue and maintain peace and stability between the two countries and in the region.
He added that China appreciates efforts by Islamic countries to help secure a ceasefire between Pakistan and the Taliban.
