[Global Times-Global Network Report] At a regular meeting of the Ministry ofForeign Affairs held on the afternoon of the 6th, a Reuters reporter askedwhether China would consider increasing Security personnel.

In response, spokesman Geng Shuang said that China is highly concerned aboutthe current situation in the Middle East. The further deterioration of thesituation in the Middle East Gulf region is not in the interest of eitherparty, and it is vital for the world to ensure peace and stability in theregion.

Geng Shuang said that China has always opposed the abuse of force in internationalrelations. We call on all parties concerned to exercise restraint, avoidthe escalation of the situation, and return to the track of dialogue andconsultation as soon as possible to ease the tension.

He said that China will continue to adhere to an objective and fair positionand play a constructive role in maintaining peace and security in the MiddleEast Gulf region.

Author: Lisi Kun

(Original title: foreign media asked, because the US-Iraq situation, whetherChina will send more security personnel to the Middle East, Geng Shuangresponse)