Beijing, Aug 17, 2026 — Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Miao Deyu met visiting Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi. Miao said 2026 marks the 55th anniversary of China–Iran ties, noted steady development since the 2016 establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership, and said China is willing to work with Iran to keep bilateral relations stable and long-term. He said China is closely monitoring the Gulf situation, is actively pursuing mediation and talks, and — citing President Xi’s

Beijing, Aug 17, 2026 — Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Miao Deyu met visiting Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi. Miao said 2026 marks the 55th anniversary of China–Iran ties, noted steady development since the 2016 establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership, and said China is willing to work with Iran to keep bilateral relations stable and long-term. He said China is closely monitoring the Gulf situation, is actively pursuing mediation and talks, and — citing President Xi’s four-point proposal on Middle East peace — will continue efforts to restore stability in the region.