China has urged Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and bring an end to its conflict with the United States and Israel, following a request from the Trump administration for Beijing’s assistance.
At a meeting in Beijing, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the need to halt the fighting, according to Chinese state media.
Wang stressed that peace talks should not be delayed.
He said, “China believes that a comprehensive cessation of hostilities should not be delayed, any reigniting of hostilities is even less desirable, and sticking to negotiations is particularly important.”
He also said efforts should focus on restoring safe and normal movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route.
During the height of the conflict in March, Iranian and China-linked ships were still moving through the strait.
However, the situation changed after the United States imposed a full blockade on Iran’s ports, which effectively halted most traffic in the area.
