Chinese VP meets Sudanese FM

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said he hopes Sudan and South Sudan will properly solve their differences "at an early date." His remarks came in a meeting with visiting Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Ahmed Karti, Chinese news agency (Xinhua) reported. Jinping said differences between Sudan and South Sudan have led to recent disputes, drawing attention from the international community and raising China's concerns. China hopes the two countries can remain patient and maintain communication, keeping in mind their fundamental interests and the overall regional situation, Jinping explained. Karti said Sudan will adhere to a peaceful path and solve differences with South Sudan through negotiations. Xi said he hopes Sudan will take concrete measures to ensure the safety of Chinese organizations and personnel in Sudan, to which Karti replied that the country will take all necessary measures to protect the safety of Chinese nationals. The Sudanese Foreign Minister arrived in China last Sunday for a three-day visit.