China–Kosovo relations
The Minister added that: "The resolution of the Kosovo issue bares [sic] on peace and stability of the Balkan region, the fundamental norms governing international relations as well as the authority and role of the UNSC.China is deeply worried about its severe and negative impact on peace and stability of the Balkan region and the goal of establishing a multi-ethnic society in Kosovo.China calls upon Serbia and Kosovo to continue negotiations for a proper resolution within the framework of the international law and work together to safeguard peace and stability of the Balkan region.[12][13] On 30 May 2023, following the escalation of the 2022–2023 North Kosovo crisis, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China supports "Serbia’s effort to safeguard sovereignty and territorial integrity, oppose unilateral actions by the temporary institutions in Pristina and call on it to perform its duty of establishing an association/community of Serb majority municipalities.[15] In an interview with Indian news outlet The Print, former Prime Minister of Kosovo Ramush Haradinaj stated that despite the lack of formal ties, the Chinese are open to all economic exchanges.