China called on Monday for an inclusive government in Iraq as a prompt political solution to ongoing violence.
Expressing concern about the violence and the rise of ISIS, China's Middle East envoy, Wu Sike, told Iraqi Prime Minister, Nuri al-Maliki that "the stability of Iraq is key to the peace and stability of the entire Middle East, as well as that of the world", Reuters reported.
"China remains steadfast in supporting the Iraqi government to protect its sovereignty and independence, and to crack down on terrorism," Mr Sike was quoted by China state media, Xinhua as saying.
"Beijing hopes that all sections of Iraqi society can promote unity and consensus and form as quickly as possible a new government that highlights inclusiveness and can represent all political powers in the country," he added.
Expressing concern about the violence and the rise of ISIS, China's Middle East envoy, Wu Sike, told Iraqi Prime Minister, Nuri al-Maliki that "the stability of Iraq is key to the peace and stability of the entire Middle East, as well as that of the world", Reuters reported.
"China remains steadfast in supporting the Iraqi government to protect its sovereignty and independence, and to crack down on terrorism," Mr Sike was quoted by China state media, Xinhua as saying.
"Beijing hopes that all sections of Iraqi society can promote unity and consensus and form as quickly as possible a new government that highlights inclusiveness and can represent all political powers in the country," he added.