The Spanish government on Monday urged all parties involved in the Middle East conflict to fully comply with ceasefire commitments and refrain from returning to acts of violence that endanger civilians, damage critical civilian infrastructure and undermine regional stability.
In a statement, the Spanish government reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy are the only ways to resolve the issues in the region.
Spain called for an immediate de-escalation of the situation and stressed that a solution must be reached through dialogue in order to end the conflict and promote lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Over the past few days, a fragile truce between the U.S. and Iran has been severely strained by escalating tit-for-tat strikes, while the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in southern Lebanon has reignited despite a truce extension.
Spain calls for dialogue to de-escalate Middle East conflict
China has stepped up efforts to promote the implementation of its multiple key marine ecological protection projects since the beginning of this year, with a balance between marine ecological protection and marine economic development.
In the waters off Weizhou Island in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, coral colonies cultivated through ecological restoration projects have successfully achieved large-scale natural spawning for the first time this year. The milestone indicates that a complete ecological self-recovery system has been established in the artificially restored marine area.
Across the country, the pace of construction on major ecological projects, including the Blue Bay environmental improvement initiative and coral reef restoration efforts, has accelerated since the beginning of the year.
Meanwhile, pilot projects of the Harmonious and Beautiful Islands program have advanced steadily, with the first batch of 33 islands covered by the program taking shape as models of green landscapes, clean shores, clear waters and abundant marine life.
The improved health of coastal ecosystems is now fueling growth in emerging marine industries.
"From January to April, China's marine economy achieved innovation-driven and high-quality development. Marine passenger traffic and passenger turnover increased by 7.3 percent and 11.1 percent year on year, respectively. Several marine-derived medicines have also gained approval for clinical trials. Next, we will remain committed to protecting our country's blue seas and coastlines, and further strengthen the blue foundation for sustainable use of marine resources," said Meng Qinglei, deputy director of the Department of Marine Strategy, Planning and Economy at the Ministry of Natural Resources.
China achieves balanced development of marine ecology, economy
