China congratulates Syria on rejoining Arab League

China on Monday welcomed and congratulated Syria on rejoining the Arab League.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Wang Wenbin made the remarks at a routine press briefing in Beijing.

"China believes that Syria's return to the Arab League helps Arab states strengthen solidarity and self-improvement, helps the Arab world accelerate development and revitalization, helps promote peace and stability in the Middle East and conforms to the long-term interests of Arab countries," Wang said. "China always supports Arab countries to unite and self-strengthen and proactively supported Syria's return to the Arab League.

"China proactively engages with relevant parties through its own channel."

(Produced by Xie Runjia and Sun Hang)