China calls for curbing war, pursuing political settlement in Gulf region

China's representative to the UN on Friday expressed concern over recent talks of renewed military action against Iran, stressing the need to firmly curb war, adhere to political settlement, uphold international rule of law and improve security governance.

Fu Cong made the remarks at an open meeting on the Gulf held by the UN Security Council to discuss escalating tensions in the region and growing threats to maritime security.

UN Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari briefed the meeting, saying UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a grave warning over continued tensions in and around the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, noting that the situation poses serious risks to regional stability and the global economy.

Fu said that China has always been committed to ending war and promoting peace, and advocates resolving disputes through political and diplomatic channels.

"There are no winners in war and conflict. The prerequisite for resolving regional issues is an immediate ceasefire and an end to hostilities. Unlawful use of force and unilateral military action must be halted. The Middle East and the Gulf region should not become an arena for major-power rivalry or geopolitical conflict. Regional peace and stability require the joint efforts of all parties. The international community should have firm belief in peace, strengthen solidarity and coordination, and jointly seek comprehensive, holistic and effective solutions," Fu said.

China calls for curbing war, pursuing political settlement in Gulf region

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The international cooperation launch ceremony for the China-Germany co-produced animated series "Panda and Gummy Bear" was held in Berlin, Germany, on Friday.

The product is made to foster cultural exchange among youth and children, use animation as a bridge to build a platform for China-Germany cultural dialogue and deepen mutual learning among civilizations.

The event was hosted by China International Television Corporation and Germany's Gummy Bear International.   During the ceremony, the Chinese and German partners exchanged cooperation tokens. The two sides pledged they will integrate their resources in content production, brand operation, and overseas channels, engaging in in-depth collaboration on the series' overseas licensing and market promotion.   These efforts are expected to accelerate the entry of the series into the European market and help it reach audiences in more countries and regions.   As the latest production of China Media Group's "Panda He He" international co-production animated series, "Panda and Gummy Bear" was jointly created by China Central Television Animation Group and Germany's Gummy Bear International.   Its launch on YouTube and overseas licensing promotion mark an important step for the CMG's original animation IP to enter the European market and expand its overseas broadcasting footprint.

International release launched for China-Germany animated co-production "Panda and Gummy Bear"