Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:28pm on 12 Jan 2024,Friday International
China has voiced concerns over escalating tensions in the Red Sea following heavy US and British airstrikes on Houthi rebel targets in Yemen. The strikes, responding to disruptive attacks on Red Sea shipping by Iran-backed Houthi forces in solidarity with Hamas, prompted China to call for restraint. Emphasizing the Red Sea's importance for international logistics and energy trade, China urged relevant parties to play a constructive role in preserving regional security. China emphasized the need to safeguard international waterways, highlighting the impact on the global economy and trade. The situation remains tense as nations navigate a delicate balance in the Red Sea region.
