China calls on all the parties involved to remain calm and exercise restraint in a bid to create conditions for the early restoration of peace and stability in Yemen, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.
Lin made the remarks while taking a media query about the related developments in the situation in Yemen.
On December 30, 2025, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry issued a statement, expressing concern over the situation in southern Yemen.
On the same day, the United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s Foreign Ministry released a statement in response, affirming its respect for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and security, and pledging its full coordination with Riyadh. The UAE also reaffirmed its respect for Yemen's sovereignty, calling for efforts to prevent the situation from escalating.
Meanwhile, other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states voiced their confidence that Saudi Arabia and the UAE will resolve their differences in a spirit of unity, cooperation, and mutual understanding.
In a related development, Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council has recently announced plans to host talks among Yemeni southern factions in Riyadh. Major southern groups, including the Southern Transitional Council, have expressed no objection. Regional countries, including Saudi Arabia, have welcomed and supported the initiative.
"China has noted the Saudi Foreign Ministry's statement and the UAE's response, and appreciates that both sides emphasized mutual respect for each other's sovereignty and security. The international community widely recognizes Yemen's legitimate government. China has consistently supported the preservation of Yemen's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. We welcome the planned dialogue among Yemeni southern factions in Riyadh, and call on all the parties involved to stay calm and exercise restraint, resolve disputes through political dialogue, and help create the conditions for an early restoration of peace and stability in Yemen," said Lin.
China urges all parties involved to create conditions for early return of peace, stability in Yemen: FM spokesman
Leaders of seven European countries on Tuesday reaffirmed that Greenland "belongs to its people," stressing that issues concerning Denmark and Greenland must be decided solely by Denmark and Greenland, according to a joint statement.
The statement, released by Denmark's Prime Minister's Office, was signed by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
"Greenland belongs to its people. It is for Denmark and Greenland, and them only, to decide on matters concerning Denmark and Greenland," the statement said.
The leaders underscored that Arctic security remains a key priority for Europe and is critical for international and transatlantic security. They noted that NATO has made clear the Arctic region is a priority and that European allies are increasing their presence there.
The statement noted that the Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland, is part of NATO, and said security in the Arctic must be achieved collectively with NATO allies, including the United States, by upholding the principles of the UN Charter, including sovereignty, territorial integrity and the inviolability of borders.
Calling the United States an "essential partner," the leaders also referred to the 1951 defence agreement between Denmark and the United States.
The Prime Minister of Greenland Jens-Frederik Nielsen said on Tuesday that Greenland is open to dialogue and discussions with the U.S., but "they must take place through the proper channels and in respect of international law."
The PM also urged respect from the U.S. side, saying "Our country is not an object in great power rhetoric." Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, who was appointed by President Donald Trump last month as the U.S. special envoy to Greenland, said that Trump "supports an independent Greenland with economic ties and trade opportunities for the United States," Reuters reported.
Trump said in a telephone interview on Sunday with The Atlantic that the United States "absolutely" needs Greenland. He also discussed the U.S. intervention in Venezuela.
Since taking office in January 2025, Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in gaining control of Greenland, saying that he would not rule out using "military or economic coercion" to achieve that goal.
European leaders reaffirm Greenland sovereignty, stress Arctic security
European leaders reaffirm Greenland sovereignty, stress Arctic security
