China respects Myanmar's sovereignty, territorial integrity

BEIJING - China respects Myanmar's sovereignty, territorial integrity and is opposed to any acts hurting bilateral ties, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Friday.

Spokesman Hong Lei told a routine press briefing that China has adhered to the principle of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs since conflict broke out in northern Myanmar.

He reiterated that China is firmly opposed to any person or organization using Chinese territory to undermine the China-Myanmar relationship and stability in border areas.

Hong called for self-restraint, a cessation of conflict and the restore of stability as soon as possible.