US EditionChina's Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace
Xi said China would play a constructive role and urged respect for sovereignty, with 4 proposals aimed at easing Middle East tensions.
- On Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping met Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Beijing, outlining a four-point proposal for Middle East peace and stability while vowing China would play a "constructive role" in promoting regional dialogue.
- Escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran prompted the diplomatic engagement as regional nations seek stability amid the ongoing war. China has repeatedly criticized the US-Israeli campaign as illegal while maintaining its push for sovereignty respect.
- Warning against a "law of the jungle," Xi stated that "safeguarding the authority of international rule of law cannot mean 'use when it suits, lose when it doesn't.'" He emphasized regional sovereignty and security must be sincerely respected.
- Chinese Premier Li Qiang and the Crown Prince discussed expanding bilateral trade in energy, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways simultaneously announced plans to expand flight networks between the UAE capital and Chinese cities in 2026 and 2027.
- Later this year, Beijing plans to host the second China-Arab States Summit, aiming to finalize a free trade pact with the Gulf Cooperation Council. This strategy reflects China's commitment to dialogue as the primary tool for resolving regional conflicts.
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Xi says China will play constructive role in promoting peace in Middle East
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized that China will play a constructive role in promoting peace and dialogue amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and Gulf region during a meeting Tuesday with the crown prince of Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates.
Meeting in Beijing Prince Mohamed bin Zayed, the Chinese president called for the creation of a shared security system for the Middle East, respect for the principle of sovereignty and international rules (which Beijing itself does not respect in the South China Sea). UNDP estimates: 8.8 million more people at risk of poverty in Asia Pacific.
China will continue to play a "building role" and "working actively" to promote peace rather than prolonging the conflict with Iran, Xi Jinping guaranteed.
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