China supports 'active mediation' by Pakistan between U.S.-Iran, says Foreign Minister Wang Yi
China has expressed support for Pakistan's role in mediating between the U.S. and Iran amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the importance of negotiations between the two nations and highlighted the need for commitment to peace. He also mentioned that any agreement reached should be submitted to the UN Security Council for legitimacy.
- ▪China supports active mediation by Pakistan between the U.S. and Iran.
- ▪Wang Yi stated that negotiations are crucial for resolving the conflict.
- ▪U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham criticized Pakistan's role as a mediator due to its history with Iran and Israel.
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China has said it supports the “active mediation” by Pakistan and other countries between the U.S. and Iran in the ongoing West Asia conflict.“Regarding the current situation, the key is the negotiation between the United States and Iran because they are the major parties concerned," Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told reporters on Tuesday (May 26, 2026). Iran says progress made with U.S., but agreement not imminent"We support the active mediation by Pakistan and other countries. Before we came here, I met with [Field] Marshal [Asim] Munir of Pakistan. We also support efforts made by the United States and Iran, respectively,” Mr.
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