Wang: China ready to play a constructive role in Iran situation

By ZHAO JIA | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-01-15 19:01

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Activists take part in a "Free Iran" rally in Los Angeles, California, on January 11, 2026. The Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights (IHR) said it had confirmed the killing of at least 192 protesters but warned the actual death toll could already amount to several hundreds, or even more. The IHR has an extensive network of sources in the country. The protests, initially sparked by anger over the rising cost of living, have evolved into a movement against the theocratic system in place in Iran since the 1979 revolution. They have already lasted two weeks. [Photo/Agencies]

Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on Thursday on all parties to cherish peace, exercise restraint, and resolve differences through dialogue, saying that China stands ready to play a constructive role regarding the current situation in Iran, during a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi.

Araghchi briefed Wang on the latest developments in Iran, saying that recent unrest in the country was instigated by external forces and the situation has now returned to stability.

He noted that Iran is prepared to respond to external interference, while stressing that the door to dialogue remains open. Araghchi expressed hope that China would play a greater role in promoting peace and stability in the region.

Wang said China consistently upholds the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and international law. China opposes the use or threat of force in international relations, rejects imposing one country's will on others, and opposes the world sliding back into a "law of the jungle," he said.

Wang expressed confidence that the Iranian government and people will remain united, overcome difficulties, maintain national stability, and safeguard their legitimate rights and interests.

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