China promised to assist Iran in resisting what it called “bullying” while protecting Tehran’s rights through negotiations. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, Wang Yi, told his counterpart, Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, as the latter is trying to gather global attention after the attacks by Israel and the United States on its nuclear facilities.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saw Wang Yi on the sidelines of the meeting of the SCO, consisting of 10 members, with Russia included in it, in Tianjin.
Why It Matters
Iran is still not convinced and does not lose sight of the possibilities of getting attacked during the talks; thus, Iran’s concerns on Israeli strikes, Iran would have to withstand while waiting for negotiations between the two nations on the patient call their Nuclear Program aids Wang propelling towards the Middle East using his Power.
What To Know
Last month, both Israel and the U.S. struck Iran, which led to China condemning both nations and proposing to mediate peace talks. Wang, in his statement on Wednesday, offered Iran help in countering bulls and claimed the need for talks is essential.
According to Chinese state media, Wang told Araghchi, “China will continue to support Iran in safeguarding its national sovereignty and dignity, resisting power politics and bullying, and defending its legitimate rights and interests through political negotiation.”
While avoiding mentioning the U.S. and Israel directly, Chinese state media did accuse the U.S. of bullying other nations about tariffs.
With the U.S. demanding Iran halt all uranium enrichment, five rounds of nuclear talks took place between Iran and the U.S. before Israel launched its attacks. Iran has stated it will not agree to deals that prevent enrichment and refuses to discuss its ballistic missile program, stating it would not accept Singapore-style agreements.
President Trump indicated he is not eager to negotiate with Iran as the U.S. had “obliterated” their nuclear sites. According to the Chinese Xinhua news agency, Araghchi, during his discussions in China, emphasized Iran’s lack of intent to develop nuclear weapons but also would not surrender its right to a peaceful nuclear energy program.
Iran reportedly is prepared to continue negotiations on the nuclear question based on equality and respect.
China remains the primary importer of Iranian oil and stated earlier this month that it would soon be ready to furnish allied nations with arms after receiving reports of selling its J-10 fighter jets to Iran.
What Others Are Thinking
Wang Yi, the Chinese Foreign Minister, said, “China highly values Iran’s commitment not to develop nuclear weapons.”
During the briefing on Wednesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said, “The concerning issue of the Middle East is still complicated and sensitive. China is willing to join the rest of the international community in promoting peaceful political solutions toward restoring peace and stability.”
What Happens Next
Iran is set to deepen its partnership with China, consolidating economic ties and defense cooperation, no matter what the outcome of any Iranian nuclear talks with the U.S.
