Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that China appreciates Iran’s commitment not to pursue nuclear weapons while affirming its legitimate right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, as he held talks with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi in Beijing.
Wang reiterated China’s principled position on the Iran situation, stressing that Beijing has been actively promoting peace and encouraging dialogue since hostilities began.
Noting that the situation in the region is at a critical juncture between war and peace, Wang called for an immediate end to fighting and warned against any resumption of conflict while emphasizing that it is especially important to remain committed to negotiations.
He said China supports Iran in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security and commended Tehran for seeking a political settlement through diplomatic means.
Wang said the international community shares concerns over restoring safe and normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, urging relevant parties to respond to those calls as soon as possible.
Wang also called on the Gulf and Middle Eastern countries to take the future of the region into their own hands, encouraging dialogue between Iran and its neighbors to foster good relations and jointly build a regional security framework based on shared participation, common interests and development.
He added that China is willing to continue playing a constructive role in de-escalating tensions, facilitating peace talks and helping restore stability in the Middle East. Wang described China as a trustworthy strategic partner to Iran and said Beijing stands ready to deepen political mutual trust, expand high-level exchanges and advance practical cooperation across various fields.
Araghchi, for his part, briefed Wang on the latest developments in Iran-US talks, saying experience has shown that political crises cannot be resolved through military means. He said Iran will firmly safeguard its sovereignty and national dignity while pursuing a comprehensive and lasting solution through dialogue.
He added that reopening the Strait of Hormuz could be addressed promptly and voiced appreciation for China’s constructive role in preventing further escalation. Araghchi said Iran trusts China and hopes Beijing will continue to contribute to peace efforts while supporting the creation of a new regional framework that balances development and security.
Reaffirming Iran’s comprehensive strategic partnership with China, Araghchi said Tehran adheres to the one-China principle and supports China in safeguarding its core interests. He also called for closer exchanges and deeper cooperation to mark the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties, as well as enhanced coordination in multilateral affairs.
SOURCE: CGTN News