China stated that the Kashmir dispute should be resolved peacefully through 'UN Charter, relevant Security Council resolutions and bilateral agreements' but any 'unilateral actions' that would complicate the situation must be avoided. China opposes any unilateral actions that complicate the situation," the joint press release stated. India has maintained that Jammu and Kashmir 'has been, is and shall continue to be an integral part of India. China has told Pakistan, that they are "iron brothers", and will remain its staunchest partner. "The Chinese side reiterated that Pakistan and China are iron brothers and Pakistan remains China's staunchest partner in the region and that China firmly supports Pakistan in safeguarding its territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence.

Source: dna August 22, 2020 03:11 UTC