China has expressed readiness to continue working with Russia at the United Nations Security Council while pushing for efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, according to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
In a phone call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Sunday, Wang said the key to resolving disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz lies in achieving an immediate ceasefire and promoting political dialogue to address ongoing regional conflicts.
He reiterated China’s long-standing position that hotspot issues should be resolved through negotiation and diplomatic engagement rather than military action.
The discussion comes ahead of a United Nations Security Council vote next week on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route.
Wang also called on China and Russia, as permanent members of the Security Council, to adopt an “objective and balanced approach” and to work towards broader international support for de-escalation efforts.
A statement from Russia’s Foreign Ministry said both sides discussed the need for a swift ceasefire and the launch of political and diplomatic negotiations, noting alignment in their positions on several global issues, including the situation involving Iran.
The ministry also referred to the conflict as stemming from what it described as “unprovoked aggression” by the United States and Israel, reflecting the shared stance highlighted during the talks.
China has repeatedly called for an end to hostilities in the region, as fighting continues to impact shipping routes and heighten instability in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil and gas supplies.
