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Wang highlighted the importance of an impartial investigation into the attack, highlighting that China was closely monitoring developments.
He urged both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint, acknowledging that conflict would not serve the fundamental interests of either country or contribute to regional peace and stability. “Both sides should meet each other halfway and promote the cooling of the situation,” he said.
This incident has sparked significant tensions between India and Pakistan, with India implementing several punitive measures against its neighbor, includingsuspending the Indus Waters Treaty,a key water-sharing agreement, and closing the only operational land border crossing at Attari.
India’s decision to suspend the treaty has been met with strong opposition from Pakistan, which has warned that halting river waters would be considered an “act of war.” In retaliation, Pakistan has closed its airspace to Indian airliners and suspended all trade with India.
In his conversation with Wang, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefed China on the ongoing tensions, reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to counter-terrorism and stating that Pakistan has always opposed actions that could escalate the conflict. Dar assured Wang that Pakistan was focused on managing the situation in a mature and responsible manner and would continue to maintain communication with China and the international community.
Dar also rejected India’s “unilateral and illegal actions” and “baseless propaganda against Pakistan,” while expressing gratitude for China’s steadfast support.
He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a strong strategic partnership with China and their shared vision for regional peace and stability.
“Both sides reaffirmed their resolve to oppose unilateralism and hegemonic policies,” the Pakistani foreign ministry said in its statement.
SOURCE :- NEW INDIAN EXPRESS
