China calls for calm and restraint in the face of tensions in the Red Sea region

China asks the parties involved to act calmly and restraint to prevent further escalation of tensions in the Red Sea region, a spokeswoman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

Spokeswoman Mao Ning made these statements at a daily press conference when answering a question related to the U.S. attack against the Houthis in Yemen, which was launched in response to the assaults committed by the latter on a merchant ship in the Red Sea.

The Red Sea is an important international trade route for goods and energy, said Mao, who expressed hope that all parties involved will play a constructive and responsible role in safeguarding security and stability in the region, which serves the common interests of the international community.

XINHUA/ Mazo News Team