{"id":73405,"date":"2026-04-04T18:54:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T13:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chinaurdu.com\/eng\/?p=73405"},"modified":"2026-04-04T18:54:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T13:54:00","slug":"african-union-welcomes-china-pakistan-five-point-peace-initiative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chinaurdu.com\/eng\/?p=73405","title":{"rendered":"African Union welcomes China-Pakistan five-point peace initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The African Union (AU) expressed support for a China-Pakistan five-point initiative aimed at addressing escalating peace and security challenges in the Gulf and Middle East region, describing it as a constructive step toward de-escalation.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said the initiative represents a timely contribution to ongoing international efforts to reduce tensions and promote a diplomatic resolution to the crisis.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that key elements of the proposal including an immediate halt to hostilities, protection of civilians, adherence to international humanitarian law, and the safeguarding of maritime security align with essential measures needed to contain the conflict.<\/p>\n<p>Youssouf also voiced concern over the continued escalation in the region, warning that its impact is already being felt beyond the immediate conflict zone. 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