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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi praised Iran for its commitment to not developing nuclear weapons and for its continued efforts to address its nuclear programme. This comment came during a meeting with Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, ahead of the new round of US-Iran talks scheduled for Saturday in Rome.
Wang, speaking from Brazil, emphasized China’s appreciation for Iran’s ongoing diplomatic initiatives and its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). He stated, “China values Iran’s commitment not to develop nuclear weapons” and added, “[China] is pleased to see ongoing dialogue between Iran and other parties and supports Iran’s necessary cooperation with the IAEA.”
This diplomatic support from China comes at a time of escalating tensions in the Middle East, as US President Donald Trump has threatened military action if Iran does not strike a deal to curb its nuclear ambitions. In response, the White House imposed sanctions on Iranian entities involved in illicit petroleum and petrochemical trades, seeking to apply additional pressure ahead of the upcoming negotiations.
In addition to his support for Iran’s nuclear diplomacy, Wang Yi’s diplomatic influence has been significant in other Middle Eastern issues. He played a key role in the surprise 2023 deal that restored relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, a move that underscored China’s ambition to assert itself as a diplomatic power in the region.
However, China’s role in Middle Eastern affairs continues to face challenges. The ongoing crisis in Israel and Gaza, along with attacks by Houthi rebels on commercial ships in the Red Sea, has tested Beijing’s ability to maintain a constructive role in the region’s complex geopolitical landscape.
As US-Iran talks approach, all eyes will be on how China balances its diplomatic support for Iran with its broader regional interests.
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