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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
UNITED NATIONS, May 11 (Xinhua) — United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan.
“The Secretary-General welcomes the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan as a positive step towards ending the current hostilities and easing tensions,” UN chief spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in a statement.
“He hopes that the agreement will help to establish a lasting peace and create an environment conducive to resolving broader, long-standing issues between the two countries,” said S. Dujarric.
The press secretary added that the world organization is ready to support efforts aimed at strengthening peace and stability in the region.
Earlier on Saturday, Pakistan and India announced an immediate ceasefire after days of military strikes against each other. –0–