Africa 'in need of support' from UN

China on Wednesday called on the United Nations to enhance logistical support to the African Union (AU) to solidify the regional bloc's role in resolving conflicts in Africa.

Speaking at a high-level meeting on peace and security in Africa at UN headquarters, Vice-Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the UN should address AU's personnel, material and financial limits and make "capacity building" a priority in UN-AU cooperation.

"The United Nations and the international community should respond positively to AU's legitimate requests and introduce creative thinking to deliver on the promises and translate their pledge into action," Wang said.