China hopes Turkey will maintain security, stability

A spokesperson for Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday stressed that the country hoped Turkey would remain secure and stable, Xinhua reported.

Spokesman Lu Kang said in a press release the situation in the country has an important impact upon peace and stability in the Middle East.

China is glad to see order has nearly returned to normal in Turkey, Lu said, noting China backs Turkey's efforts to safeguard national security and stability.

The Turkish government accused a US-based cleric, Fethullah Gulen, of staging the failed military coup on Friday.

All Chinese citizens in Turkey remain safe, according to Lu.

Source: MENA