Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi who is on an official visit to China, highlighting the robust strategic partnership between the two nations. During his visit, Araghchi stressed that the bond between Iran and China is not merely political but deeply rooted in shared cultural, civilizational, and value-based interests.
Speaking at a joint press conference, Araghchi emphasized the importance of this alliance in countering the escalating conflicts and terrorism plaguing the Middle East. He noted that both countries are committed to upholding international law and fostering regional stability in the face of external interference.
“The Middle East belongs to the people of the Middle East,” Araghchi declared, reinforcing a message of self-determination and sovereignty. This sentiment was echoed in a joint statement issued with his Chinese counterpart, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, which underscored the mutual respect for the region’s autonomy and its peoples’ right to shape their own future.
The visit comes at a time when the region faces significant challenges, with both nations advocating for a peaceful resolution to conflicts and a rejection of global domineering attempts. The partnership between Iran and China, described as “ironclad,” aims to serve as a stabilizing force, with an eye towards long-term cooperation and mutual benefit