China expresses concern, offers help to resolve India-Pakistan conflict

China expressed "deep concern" on Saturday over the escalating situation between India and Pakistan and offered to play a constructive role in resolving the matter, according to a statement from the Chinese foreign ministry.

"China is closely monitoring the current situation between India and Pakistan," the foreign ministry said in a post published on its website.

It urged both countries to prioritise peace and stability, maintain calm and restraint, and return to the path of resolving issues through peaceful political means, cautioning against actions that may further escalate tensions.

China remains willing to continue playing a constructive role in this matter, the ministry added.