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By Open Chronicle with Agencies
China reaffirmed its support for Iran on Wednesday during high-level talks in Beijing, as diplomatic tensions continue to grow over the conflict involving the United States and instability in the Strait of Hormuz.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Beijing ahead of the planned visit of US President Donald Trump to China next week.
During the meeting, Wang said China supports Iran in protecting its national sovereignty and security while praising Tehran’s willingness to pursue diplomatic solutions despite ongoing military tensions.
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According to a statement released by China’s Foreign Ministry, Wang stressed that a complete ceasefire was essential and warned against any return to broader conflict.
“Restarting the conflict is unacceptable, and persisting in negotiations is particularly important,” Wang said during the talks.
Strait of Hormuz remains a central concern
The discussions took place as tensions continued surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime energy corridors.
The waterway remains heavily disrupted due to the ongoing confrontation involving US military operations and Iranian responses, raising concerns over global energy supplies and shipping security.
Wang said the international community shares a common interest in restoring safe and normal passage through the strait and urged all parties to respond to calls for de-escalation.
China has repeatedly warned that prolonged instability in the Gulf could damage the global economy and threaten international trade routes.
The nuclear issue remains a key point
Wang also reiterated Beijing’s support for Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy while emphasizing opposition to nuclear weapons proliferation.
China praised Iran’s stated commitment not to develop nuclear weapons and called for dialogue rather than military escalation.
Trump has continued to insist that Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons and has warned that the United States could take control of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpiles if necessary.
China, however, urged regional countries to pursue collective security arrangements and direct dialogue.
Wang encouraged Gulf and Middle Eastern states to “take their destiny into their own hands” and work toward a regional peace and security framework based on cooperation and shared interests.
Diplomatic activity intensifies
Araghchi’s visit to Beijing marks his first in-person meeting with Wang since the US and Israel launched military operations against Iran on Feb. 28.
In recent days, the Iranian foreign minister has also traveled to Pakistan, Oman, and Russia as Tehran seeks diplomatic backing amid the ongoing crisis.
The White House has confirmed that Trump is expected to visit Beijing on May 14 and 15 for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Iran and Gulf security expected to dominate discussions.
Since the outbreak of the conflict, more than 3,300 people have reportedly been killed in Iran, while thousands have been displaced.
The confrontation has also resulted in casualties among US forces stationed across the Middle East following Iranian retaliatory attacks on American bases and assets in the region.