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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
BEIJING, March 9 (Xinhua) — An early ceasefire and cessation of hostilities in the Persian Gulf region is now the highest priority, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday, adding that China highly appreciates the consistent calls from countries in the region for dialogue and negotiations.
Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the remarks during a phone call with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah.
The Kuwaiti Foreign Minister briefed Wang Yi on the latest developments in the region, noting that Kuwait is not a party to the conflict, but continues to suffer from the flames of war. He stated that the Gulf countries, including Kuwait, remain committed to resolving disputes through dialogue but will not renounce their legitimate right to self-defense.
According to the Kuwaiti diplomat, his country highly appreciates China's position and efforts and is ready to strengthen communication and coordination with it to quickly restore security and stability in the region. Kuwait places particular emphasis on the security of Chinese citizens and institutions and will continue to ensure it, added Jarrah Jaber al-Ahmed al-Sabah.
Wang Yi, for his part, stated that China consistently advocates settling disputes through political and diplomatic means. The current fighting is a war that should never have happened and benefits neither side, the Chinese Foreign Minister stated.
As he noted, the United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran without UN sanction while Iranian-American negotiations were still ongoing, which is a clear violation of international law.
At the same time, the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of all countries must be respected, and any attacks on civilians and non-military targets must be condemned, Wang Yi emphasized.
China, he continued, highly appreciates the fact that the Gulf countries have consistently called for dialogue and negotiations, and will continue to make efforts to achieve peace.
Wang Yi said that the Chinese government's special envoy to the Middle East has already left for the region on a mediation mission and will strengthen communication and exchanges with Kuwait and other countries.
Wang Yi also expressed hope and confidence that Kuwait will ensure the safety of Chinese institutions and employees on its territory. –0–
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