Has China considered asking the United States to stop the war and resume dialogue? Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds

According to Beijing Daily, on March 10th, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun hosted a routine press conference.

A reporter from Anadolu Agency asked, “Regarding the current situation in Iran, what does China think should be the next step? How can this conflict be stopped? For example, will China consider directly calling on the U.S. to stop the war and resume dialogue?”

Guo Jiakun stated that China is deeply concerned about the current tense situation in the Middle East. Recently, China has been actively mediating, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi holding phone calls with multiple foreign ministers to exchange in-depth opinions on the regional situation. At the Foreign Ministers’ press conference during the Two Sessions, Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized that correctly and properly resolving issues related to Iran and the Middle East should adhere to respecting national sovereignty, avoid the abuse of force, uphold non-interference in internal affairs, resolve hot-button issues politically, and that major powers should play a constructive role and use their influence in good faith.

He also mentioned that China’s special envoy for Middle East affairs, Zhai Jun, is traveling across the Middle East. Prolonged conflict and escalation do not benefit any party. China will continue to communicate with all relevant parties, including the parties involved in the conflict, strengthen mediation, build consensus, and promote de-escalation of the situation.

(Source: Cailian Press)