Sun May 11 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## China Pledges Support to Pakistan Amidst India Tensions
**ISLAMABAD/BEIJING** – Amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, China has reiterated its unwavering support for Pakistan, pledging to stand by its ally in safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi conveyed this assurance during a phone conversation with his Pakistani counterpart, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The conversation covered the current volatile situation, with Zardari briefing Wang on the recent developments. Wang praised Pakistan’s restraint and responsible approach amidst the challenges, emphasizing China’s steadfast strategic partnership and unbreakable friendship with Pakistan.
The Pakistani Foreign Ministry confirmed China’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s defense of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Meanwhile, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also spoke with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who welcomed the ceasefire understanding reached between India and Pakistan. Further, Zardari briefed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the situation.
The statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry follows recent border skirmishes between India and Pakistan. The explicit backing from Beijing underscores the deepening strategic ties between the two nations and further complicates the already tense geopolitical situation in the region.
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