Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated on the 25th that a ceasefire is the top priority, and dialogue and negotiation are the way out of the impasse. China will continue to play a constructive role in promoting peace and ending the conflict.
He made these remarks while answering questions from reporters regarding the situation in the Middle East at a regular press conference.
Lin Jian said that the spillover effects of the conflict in Iran are spreading and are having a serious impact on peace and stability in the Middle East and the world. An immediate ceasefire is the common aspiration of people in countries across the region and the shared call of the international community. Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized yesterday in a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi that China’s principled position is that all regional hotspot issues should be resolved through dialogue and negotiation rather than the use of force. “Talking is always better than fighting.” It is hoped that all parties will seize every opportunity and window for peace and start the reconciliation process as soon as possible.
He said: “Since the outbreak of the conflict in Iran, China has been making every effort to stop the conflict and strive for peace. As long as the conflict continues, our diplomatic mediation efforts will not stop.”
He stated that China will further play a constructive role in facilitating peace and ending the conflict and will work together with regional countries and the international community to contribute to the early restoration of peace and tranquility in the Gulf region.
Lin Jian said that China is deeply concerned about the continued tensions in the Middle East and their impact on regional and international peace and stability. Ceasefire is the pressing need, and dialogue and negotiation are the way out. China supports all efforts conducive to easing tensions, cooling down the situation, and restoring dialogue.
He pointed out that safeguarding peace and stability in the Middle East and ensuring the security and smooth flow of shipping lanes serve the common interests of the international community. China has always maintained communication with all parties and is committed to promoting de-escalation. The urgent priority is for all parties to shoulder their due responsibilities, immediately cease military actions, avoid further escalation of tensions, and prevent regional turmoil from having a greater impact on global economic development.