Beijing, Apr 14,2026: Chinese President Xi Jinping has stepped forward to play the role of a mediator in the West Asia war as he has presented a four-point proposal to promote peace and stability in the region during a meeting with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, in Beijing.
Xi emphasized the principle of peaceful coexistence, calling for the creation of a common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security architecture for West Asia and the Gulf region. He also stressed respect for national sovereignty, urging that the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of all countries be fully protected, alongside the safety of personnel, facilities, and institutions, Xinhua reported.
On adherence to the principle of international rule of law, Xi said the authority of international rule of law should be upheld to prevent the world from falling back into the law of the jungle.
He further highlighted the need to coordinate development and security, calling on all parties to work together to foster a favorable environment for regional growth.
China’s diplomatic efforts come amid heightened tensions following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. on April 7, after 40 days of conflict.
High-stakes peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed at ending the war, collapsed on April 12 after 21 hours of intense negotiations, jeopardizing the temporary truce brokered just days earlier. Meanwhile, fresh US action, including CENTCOM’s blockade of Iranian ports, has disrupted energy flows and sent oil prices soaring.
Beijing’s involvement positions it as a rival to Washington, ahead of crucial trade talks between Xi and US President Donald Trump next month.
China’s close ties with Iran and Russia have fueled expectations of a larger diplomatic role. Reports suggest that China may have influenced Iran’s agreement to the temporary ceasefire this week.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning has noted that China has made “active efforts” to end the conflict, highlighting that Foreign Minister Wang Yi has conducted 26 calls with representatives from Russia, Saudi Arabia, Germany, and Iran since US-Israel strikes on Iran began on February 28. However, she stopped short of confirming direct mediation.
