On November 2, 2026, Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee and Director of the State Council Foreign Affairs Office, met with Bakhaeeri, the deputy secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, in Beijing.
Wang Yi stated that the current conflict in the Middle East has been prolonged and its effects have spread. Dialogue and negotiation are the only way to resolve the issue. All parties should act with a sense of responsibility towards the people and history, move towards common goals, and focus on political solutions rather than military confrontation. China is willing to support the series of initiatives and proposals put forward by President Xi Jinping regarding the alleviation of the Middle East crisis, and to work together with all parties to continue efforts towards restoring peace in the region.
Wang Yi said that despite the volatile international situation, China-Iran relations have remained stable and developing. This is in line with the fundamental interests of the two countries' peoples, as well as the desire for unity and cooperation among the countries in the global South. The Chinese side supports Iran in maintaining its sovereignty and security, and is willing to work with the Iranian side to promote the continued development of China-Iran relations.
Bagheri explained Iran's views on the regional situation. He stated that Iran will firmly safeguard its own security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, resist power and threats. At the same time, Iran is willing to engage in negotiations with all parties and actively strive for regional peace and stability. The Iranian side appreciates the initiatives and proposals put forward by President Xi Jinping, as well as China's consistent stance of upholding multilateralism. It expects China to play a more important role in maintaining international and regional peace. The Iranian side wishes to promote the steady development of Iran-China relations and strengthen cooperation with China within international and multilateral frameworks.
