China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Thursday, offering Beijing's willingness to play a constructive role in resolving differences through dialogue. Wang stressed opposition to the use or threat of force and any regression to the 'law of the jungle'. Araghchi said the situation has stabilized and hoped for greater Chinese involvement in regional peace.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday, addressing the ongoing anti-government protests in Iran. Wang conveyed that Beijing is willing to play a "constructive role" in resolving differences through dialogue. Observers have described these protests as the largest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with an estimated death toll ranging from 2,000 to 12,000.
According to the Chinese foreign ministry, Araghchi informed Wang that the demonstrations were "incited by external forces," but the situation has now stabilized, and Tehran "has prepared countermeasures against foreign interference." He added, "The door to dialogue remains open," and expressed hope that China would take a greater role in maintaining regional peace.
Wang expressed confidence in the Iranian government's ability to overcome its difficulties and maintain national stability. He stated: "China opposes the use or threat of force in international relations, opposes imposing one's will on other countries and opposes any regression of the world to the 'law of the jungle'." This call underscores China's interest in mediating Middle East tensions.
