China to Play Constructive Role in Middle East Peace Efforts, Says Foreign Ministry

On March 25, according to Jin10, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian addressed a routine press conference. A reporter inquired about a recent phone call between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, during which Araghchi expressed Iran's hope for China's continued active role in promoting peace and ending conflict. Lin Jian stated that the spillover effects of the Iranian conflict are increasingly impacting peace and stability in the Middle East and globally. An immediate ceasefire is the common expectation of regional countries and the international community. Since the outbreak of the conflict, China has been actively working towards peace and will continue its diplomatic efforts as long as the conflict persists. China aims to play a constructive role in promoting peace and ending the conflict, collaborating with regional countries and the international community to restore peace and stability in the Gulf region at the earliest opportunity.