China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing military operations in the region and underlined the importance of respecting the sovereignty and security of Iran and the Gulf states.
In a strong statement made on Sunday, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged for an immediate end to the military operations in the region, marking the ninth day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. Wang Yi expressed that any attempts to incite a revolution and change the Iranian government lack popular support, in direct reference to the actions of Washington and Tel Aviv aimed at destabilizing Iran. He criticized the use of force as a means to resolve issues and called on major powers to play a constructive role in preventing the escalation of conflict.
Moreover, Wang Yi emphasized the necessity of respecting the sovereignty and security of both Iran and the Gulf states, asserting China's objective and neutral stance in the ongoing conflict. He also highlighted the importance of revitalizing the role of the United Nations in addressing global disputes, warning that the world would be worse off without it. Wang Yi dismissed the creation of parallel structures outside the UN framework as unpopular, pointing to divisions stemming from the establishment of a peace council by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Furthermore, he reiterated China's commitment to supporting Palestine in its legitimate cause, reiterating China’s principled position against the U.S.-Israeli air strikes on Iran. This call for peace and diplomatic solutions underscores China’s strategic positioning in the Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape while advocating for a multilateral approach in resolving conflicts and maintaining regional stability.
