NewsGlobalChina Claims Mediation Role in India-Pakistan Tensions; India Maintains Bilateral ResolutionChina Claims Mediation Role in India-Pakistan Tensions; India Maintains Bilateral Resolution
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi claimed China mediated India-Pakistan tensions during the May 7-10 conflict, contradicting India's position that resolution came through direct bilateral DGMO talks on May 10, 2025. India maintains no third-party intervention occurred, while China's military support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor faced criticism from Indian military leadership.
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has claimed that China mediated tensions between India and Pakistan during the May 7-10 conflict, adding to a list of international hotspot issues where Beijing says it played a mediating role. Speaking at the Symposium on the International Situation and China's Foreign Relations in Beijing, Wang Yi described China's approach to resolving regional conflicts.
India's Position on Bilateral Resolution
India has consistently maintained that the May 7-10 conflict resolution came through direct bilateral engagement without third-party involvement. The Ministry of External Affairs clarified at a May 13 press briefing that the ceasefire understanding was worked out between the DGMOs of both countries during a phone call on May 10, 2025, commencing at 15:35 hours.
| Key Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Conflict Period: | May 7-10 |
| Resolution Method: | Direct DGMO talks |
| Final Call Date: | May 10, 2025 |
| Call Time: | 15:35 hours |
| India's Stance: | No third-party intervention |
India has also been consistently maintaining that there is no place for any third-party intervention in matters relating to India and Pakistan.
China's Claimed Mediation Efforts
Wang Yi outlined China's broader diplomatic engagement during his speech, stating that local wars and cross-border conflicts flared up more frequently than at any time since World War II. He described China's approach as taking "an objective and just stance" focused on addressing both symptoms and root causes.
According to Wang Yi, China's mediation efforts extended to multiple regional conflicts:
- Northern Myanmar issues
- Iranian nuclear negotiations
- India-Pakistan tensions
- Palestine-Israel matters
- Cambodia-Thailand border disputes
Military Support and Diplomatic Responses
China's role during Operation Sindoor came under scrutiny, particularly regarding military assistance provided to Pakistan. On May 7, China called for restraint from both countries while expressing regret over India's airstrikes. A Chinese Foreign Ministry statement described India's military operation as "regrettable" while opposing all forms of terrorism in apparent reference to the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
| China's Response: | Details |
|---|---|
| Diplomatic Stance: | Called for restraint |
| Military Hardware: | 81% of Pakistan's imports |
| Official Position: | Opposed terrorism, regretted airstrikes |
India's Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Rahul R Singh, had previously asserted that China used the conflict as a "live lab," employing ancient military strategies to support Pakistan against India.
Broader Diplomatic Context
Wang Yi also highlighted positive developments in China-India relations, mentioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit held in Tianjin in August. He described China-India relations as showing "good momentum" while noting the expansion of BRICS cooperation under the enlarged format with 20 members.
The Chinese Foreign Minister addressed global economic challenges, referencing tariff wars and disruptions to international trade rules, in apparent reference to policies implemented during the period. He emphasized that China-US relations remain among the most consequential bilateral relationships, with strategic choices of both countries shaping world history.
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