Oct 21, 2026 — China’s special envoy for the Middle East Zhai Jun met in Beijing with Saudi foreign ministry adviser Prince Khalid to discuss China-Saudi ties and the regional situation. Zhai said bilateral relations have expanded rapidly under top-level strategic guidance, reiterated China’s concern about the current Middle East situation, and said Beijing supports safeguarding the sovereignty and security of regional states, including Saudi Arabia, and prefers resolving disputes through dialog

Oct 21, 2026 — China’s special envoy for the Middle East Zhai Jun met in Beijing with Saudi foreign ministry adviser Prince Khalid to discuss China-Saudi ties and the regional situation. Zhai said bilateral relations have expanded rapidly under top-level strategic guidance, reiterated China’s concern about the current Middle East situation, and said Beijing supports safeguarding the sovereignty and security of regional states, including Saudi Arabia, and prefers resolving disputes through dialogue and negotiation. Prince Khalid said Riyadh prioritises developing relations with China, welcomed China’s constructive role in regional affairs, and pledged to strengthen communication and cooperate to promote regional peace and stability.