FM urges India to work for peaceful border area

BEIJING - The Foreign Ministry on Saturday urged India not to take any action that could complicate the situation in a Chinese border area long claimed by India.

Ministry spokesman Hong Lei's comment came after news reports said Indian Defense Minister A.K. Antony participated in activities in Southern Tibet, which India calls "Arunachal Pradesh".

Hong called on India to cooperate with China to maintain peace and stability in border areas.