INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
China has consistently supported Pakistan's firm stance on counterterrorism efforts, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a phone call
with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday.During the call, Dar provided an update on the tense relations
between Pakistan and India due to recent terrorist attacks in the Kashmir region
The Pakistani foreign minister emphasized that Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to combating terrorism and opposes actions that
could escalate the situation further.Dar also said that Pakistan is focused on managing the situation in a mature manner and intends to
maintain communication with China and the international community throughout the process.In response, Wang, also a member of the Political
Bureau of the Communist Party of China, expressed China's close attention to the evolving situation.Wang said that combating terrorism is a
shared responsibility for all nations, and China has consistently supported Pakistan's firm stance on counterterrorism efforts.Noting the
iron-clad friendship and all-weather strategic partnership between China and Pakistan, Wang said China fully understands Pakistan's
legitimate security concerns and supports its efforts to safeguard its sovereignty and security interests.Wang also voiced China's support
for a fair and timely investigation into the attacks
He said that conflicts between Pakistan and India do not serve the fundamental interests of each side and also pose a threat to regional
peace and stability.Wang urged both Pakistan and India to exercise restraint, engage in dialogue, and work together to de-escalate tensions
and promote stability in the region.(Cover: National flags of China and Pakistan
