Wang Yi Meets Iranian Foreign Minister, Calls on All Parties to Ease Tensions in the Middle East

On September 16, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks in Beijing with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with the two sides exchanging views on the situation in the Middle East and ChinaIran relations. Wang Yi said that the current situation in the Middle East remains turbulent, and he hopes that all relevant parties will maintain rationality and restraint, stop further complicating the situation, and resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation. He said that the Chinese side is willing to continue playing a constructive role, support Iran in safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests, and also hopes that Iran will strengthen communication with the United States and regional countries to help ease tensions in the region. Wang Yi also stressed that the Chinese side is willing to strengthen coordination and cooperation with the Iranian side to promote new progress in ChinaIran relations. Araghchi said that the Iranian side hopes the conflict will return to the track of a diplomatic resolution as soon as possible, is willing to engage in dialogue with regional countries, and looks forward to the Chinese side continuing to play a role in regional peace and stability.