Washington, Dec. 31 -- South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman said China's claim of mediating between India and Pakistan should be treated with scepticism.

He also said that Beijing cannot be seen as a credible mediator as it has supported Pakistan, including by supplying weapons used during the conflict.

In an interview with ANI, Kugelman on Wednesday said, "In recent years, it does seem that Beijing has sought to showcase its global clout by pointing to its desire and capacity to serve as a mediator in conflicts. For it to say that it was involved in the India-Pakistan conflict back in May, I am not sure how credible a claim that is."

"I can't imagine that China would be seen as a credible mediator by India. There is good reason to beli...