Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (R) shakes hands with his Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi during their meeting at the UN headquarters in New York, on Sept. 19, 2017. (Xinhua/Li Rui)
The Chinese foreign minister also met with his Indonesian counterpart, Retno Marsudi, and exchanged views on bilateral relations and the situation in Rakhine State of Myanmar.
Wang said that the recent violent incidents in Rakhine State in Myanmar are unacceptable and that the Myanmar government's efforts to maintain social stability is understandable. The historical issue of the Rohingya is complex and sensitive, said Wang.
Efforts must be made to protect innocent people from harm, prevent the humanitarian crisis from spreading, and encourage Myanmar and Bangladesh to seek a fundamental resolution via dialogue and consultation, he said.
China is willing to work with the international community to continue to play a constructive role, said Wang.
For her part, Retno said Indonesia, as the largest Muslim nation, is deeply concerned about the situation in Rakhine and is willing to play a positive role in helping Myanmar and Bangladesh avert a deterioration of the situation and find a solution.
Indonesia appreciates China's stance and is wiling to maintain consultation with China, she said.
Other political leaders whom Wang met included Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza, and Ecuadoran Foreign Minister Maria Fernanda Espinoza.
