BEIJING: China hopes relevant parties will seize the ​opportunity for peace and bridge differences through dialogue, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday ‌when asked ‌about ​a ‌US ⁠ceasefire proposal ​brokered by ⁠Pakistan that was rejected by Iran.

China welcomes all efforts that are conducive ⁠to peace and supports ‌Pakistan’s ‌active mediation ​efforts, ‌said Mao Ning, ‌the ministry spokesperson, during a regular press conference.

Reaching a ceasefire ‌as soon as possible and resuming dialogue ⁠is ⁠the common wish of the international community, Mao said. China is willing to play a constructive role, she added.