Islamabad/Beijing: Pakistan has endorsed China’s assertion that Beijing played a role in easing tensions with India during Operation Sindoor in May 2025, describing it as a case of “diplomacy for peace” within broader international efforts.
Speaking on Thursday, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said that Chinese leadership remained in constant contact with Pakistan’s leadership and had also reached out to Indian officials during the tense period from May 6 to 10. He stated that these interactions, marked by “positive diplomatic exchanges,” contributed to lowering regional tensions and restoring stability.
“Andrabi said: ‘I’m sure the Chinese characterisation of mediation is correct. It was diplomacy for prosperity, for security, and a hallmark of international efforts that helped resolve that crisis in those fateful days.’”
China’s claim came after Foreign Minister Wang Yi mentioned at a symposium in Beijing that tensions between India and Pakistan were among the hotspot issues “mediated” by China in 2025.
India, however, has maintained that the conflict was resolved through direct talks between the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of the two countries and has consistently opposed third-party intervention in bilateral matters.
Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following a terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives. The strikes led to four days of clashes before both sides agreed to halt military actions by May 10.
Andrabi also noted that Pakistan’s reliance on Chinese defence hardware during the clashes underscored the strategic partnership between Islamabad and Beijing, adding context to China’s involvement in facilitating dialogue.
While India emphasizes bilateral resolution, Pakistan has welcomed Beijing’s role, framing it as an example of international diplomacy helping to ease a potentially dangerous confrontation.
