China raised Kashmir issue in UNSC as gesture of goodwill: Chinese FO Spokesperson.

BEIJING -- Chinese Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Geng Shuang on Friday in a briefing to the media was aggressively questioned by an Indian reporter on China's stance over Kashmir issue.

On a question relating to China's stance on Kashmir and it bringing the matter to the UN Security Council, the Indian side stated that China has not received the support of other members of the Security Council on the issue, yet it insisted on bringing it to the table, the Indian side also said that China should 'reflect' its position on the Kashmir issue.

Kashmir has been a bilateral dispute between Pakistan and India and China nor the United Nations should feel the need to intervene in bilateral affairs of two sovereign states was the defence built up the reporter in the phrasing of the question which was then answered for by Geng Shuang.

'China's position on the Kashmir issue is consistent and clear. The Kashmir issue is a controversy left over from history and should be properly resolved peacefully in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, relevant Security Council resolutions, and bilateral agreements,' said the spokesperson for the Chinese foreign office.

'At the request of Pakistan, the UN Security Council considered the Kashmir issue on January 15 and heard briefings from the UN Secretariat and other relevant parties. Council members expressed concern over the current situation in Kashmir and called for compliance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, peaceful settlement of disputes through political dialogue, relevant parties maintain restraint, and promote the reduction of tension.'

'I want to emphasize that the issue of India and Pakistan has always been on the agenda of the Security Council, and the Security Council should continue to pay attention to the situation in Kashmir in accordance with the development of the situation. The Security Council's deliberations will help ease the situation in the area and promote a proper resolution of relevant issues. As a permanent member of the Security Council, China will continue to play a constructive role in maintaining regional peace and stability. The Indian side should also seriously consider and actively respond to the demands of the members of the Security Council.'

'On January 15th, the Security Council considered the Kashmir issue. During the review process, most members of the Security Council expressed concern about the current situation...