China today distanced itself from Pakistani media reports which claimed that Premier Li Keqiang had conveyed China’s backing to Pakistan on the Kashmir issue during his meeting with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
Premier Li Keqiang of the State Council met with Pakistani Prime Minister yesterday in New York. When asked about the Pakistani media reports, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lu Kang said, their stance on the Kashmir issue is consistent. Lu said, China hopes that parties concerned will pursue a peaceful settlement through dialogue.