Trending Now - China Urges US Cooperation to Avert Rising Tensions Ahead of Summit
WHO:
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi
U.S. President Donald Trump
Iran’s leaders
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi
U.S. President Donald Trump
China’s President Xi Jinping
The United Nations (U.N.)
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
WHAT:
Wang stated, “This was a war that should never have happened, and a war that benefited no one.”
Wang emphasized that “Force provides no solution, and armed conflict will only increase hatred and breed new crises.”
Wang called for an “immediate ceasefire to prevent the situation from escalating and avoid the spillover and spread of the flames of war.”
China hopes 2026 will be a “landmark year” for its relationship with the U.S.
Trump is due to visit Beijing for a summit with Xi at the end of March 2026.
Wang stated, “the two heads of state have personally maintained good exchanges at the highest level.”
Wang called for an immediate stop to military actions in Iran, stating, “This is a war that shouldn’t have happened, and is one that doesn’t bring any benefit to anyone.”
Wang emphasized that “all parties should return to the negotiating table as soon as possible.”
WHERE:
Beijing, China
The United Nations
WHEN:
Wang made his statements on March 5th, 2026, during a press briefing on the sidelines of an annual meeting of China’s ceremonial legislature.
The summit between Trump and Xi is expected at the end of March 2026.
Wang made his statements on March 5th, 2026.
The Global Governance Initiative was first unveiled by Xi in September 2025.
WHY:
Wang warned against seeking government change in Iran, stating, “Plotting a ‘colour’ revolution or seeking government change will find no popular support.”
China seeks to improve its relationship with the U.S. amid ongoing tensions and a trade war initiated by Trump.
Wang warned against government change in Iran, stating it lacks public support and called for respect for Iran’s sovereignty.
HOW:
Wang indicated that China is prepared to send an envoy to the region for mediation.
Wang indicated that both sides need to “make thorough preparations” and “foster a suitable atmosphere” for the upcoming summit.
Wang urged major powers to “play a constructive role” in resolving conflicts and returning to negotiations.
(UPDATED March 8, 2026 22:59 UTC)
During a press briefing on March 5, 2026, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that the ongoing conflict was a war that should never have happened and emphasized that force provides no solution. He called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further escalation and warned against attempts to change the Iranian government, asserting that such actions would find no popular support. Wang also indicated that China is ready to send an envoy to the region for mediation efforts.
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(UPDATED March 8, 2026 20:59 UTC)
In a significant diplomatic push, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hopes that 2026 will be a “landmark year” for U.S.-China relations, highlighting President Trump's upcoming summit with President Xi Jinping in Beijing at the end of March. During a statement made on March 5, Wang called for an immediate halt to military actions in Iran and emphasized the need for all parties to return to the negotiating table, warning against government change in Iran that lacks public support. He also stressed the importance of both sides making thorough preparations and fostering a suitable atmosphere for the upcoming discussions.