China to send a special envoy to Middle East, Gulf, Red Sea and Horn of Africa countries to cool tensions.
At the regular briefing on 27 October, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said China is highly concerned about developments in the Middle East and Gulf, the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa, deeply concerned about the protracted fighting and spillover, and calls on parties to resolve differences through dialogue and achieve a sustainable ceasefire as soon as possible. He said China remains committed to promoting peace talks and will soon send a special envoy to countries in those regions to strengthen communication, encourage contact and dialogue, cool tensions and prevent further deterioration. Lianhe Zaobao and Reuters reported the remarks.
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