Q: The Sudanese government and the anti-government Sudan Liberation Movement signed a peace agreement in Darfur on May 5, what is your comment?

A: China welcomes the peace agreement reached between the Government of Sudan and the Sudan Liberation Movement, which represents a major progress in the process of seeking a political settlement of the Darfur question. We highly appreciate the sincerity of both sides in seeking peace. We also congratulate the African Union, relevant African countries and other parties on their unremitting efforts. China stands ready to work with the international community to ensure comprehensive peace in Darfur at an early date.