Overview
- Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi said Beijing mediated several conflicts in 2025, explicitly listing the India–Pakistan tensions.
- Indian government sources said China had no role and that Pakistan’s DGMO requested a ceasefire that was agreed in a May 10 DGMO call.
- The assertion echoes earlier claims by President Donald Trump, which India has repeatedly dismissed as inconsistent with its bilateral approach.
- Congress leader Jairam Ramesh sought a public clarification after China’s statement, pointing to Indian Army allegations that Beijing backed Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
- Coverage underscored China’s status as Pakistan’s principal arms supplier and cited reports alleging Beijing used the episode for disinformation and to showcase weapon systems.