BEIJING — China hopes that social stability will be restored soon in Bangladesh, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.

The spokesperson made the remarks when asked to comment on Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation.

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"China is following closely the developments in Bangladesh. As a friendly neighbor and comprehensive strategic cooperative partner of Bangladesh, China sincerely hopes that social stability will be restored soon in the country," said the spokesperson.