At  the press conference on March 8, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau  of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi elaborated on  China’s position on the situation in Iran.

Wang  Yi noted, the situation in Iran is the focal point in the current  international situation. China’s attitude on this issue is objective and  impartial. We have stated our principled position on multiple  occasions, which can be summarized into one key message, that is, to  bring about ceasefire and end hostilities. Ancient Chinese wisdom warns  that weapons are ominous tools, and should not be used without  discretion. The Middle East is engulfed in flames. This is a war that  should not have happened—it is a war that does no one any good. The  history of the Middle East tells the world time and again that force  provides no solution and armed conflict will only increase hatred and  breed new crises. Once again, China calls for an immediate stop to  military operations to avoid the spiraling escalation of the situation  and prevent the conflict from spilling over and spreading.

Wang  Yi pointed out, China is of the view that to find the right and proper  solution to the issues relating to Iran and the Middle East, the  following fundamental principles must be observed:

First,  respecting national sovereignty. Sovereignty is the cornerstone of the  current international order. We believe that the sovereignty, security  and territorial integrity of Iran and all countries in the Gulf region  should be respected and must not be violated.

Second,  rejecting the abuse of force. Might does not make right. The law of the  jungle must not return and rule the world. Wilful use of force does not  prove one’s strength. Civilians are innocent and should not be  victimized.

Third, noninterference in  internal affairs. The people in the Middle East are the true master of  this region. Middle Eastern affairs should be determined by regional  countries independently. Plotting color revolution or seeking regime  change will find no popular support.

Fourth,  promoting political settlement of hotspot issues. China always believes  that peace is the most precious. All sides should return to the  negotiating table as quickly as possible, resolve differences through  equal dialogue, and make efforts for realizing common security.

Fifth,  major countries should play a constructive role and use their strengths  in goodwill. Another ancient Chinese adage reads, “When benevolence and  justice are not practiced, the position of strength shifts.” Major  countries should act in the spirit of justice and righteousness, and  contribute more positive energy to peace and development of the Middle  East.

Wang Yi stressed that as a sincere  friend and strategic partner, China stands ready to work with Middle  Eastern countries to implement the Global Security Initiative, and  restore order to the Middle East, restore tranquility to the people, and  restore peace to the world.