The Straits Times reported on May 5 evening: "Ahead of U.S. President Trump's expected visit to China next week, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi visited Beijing this week. Scholars interviewed predict that the situation in the Middle East will become one of the key focal points in the upcoming U.S.-China summit, and China may seize the opportunity to mediate diplomatically and help ease tensions."
Iran's foreign minister's preemptive visit to China highlights how the Middle East has become a core arena of strategic competition between China and the United States ahead of their upcoming talks. Geopolitical diplomacy is heating up in advance, with undercurrents running deep. While the U.S. has long sought to dominate the rhythm of Middle Eastern affairs, Iran's decision to proactively engage China aims to leverage China’s influence to solidify its own position and avoid being caught in a passive and isolated situation during U.S.-China negotiations.
Currently, the situation in the Middle East is complex and sensitive, with persistently high risks of conflict and deeply entangled interests among various parties. China maintains an objective and impartial stance, committed to promoting peace and halting warfare. By seizing this moment to conduct diplomatic mediation and help stabilize and de-escalate tensions in the region, China not only demonstrates its responsibility as a major country but also positions itself strategically to gain the initiative in future negotiations.
Gaining early insight into Iran's core demands and red lines enables China to speak precisely and effectively during subsequent U.S.-China summits. This move both safeguards regional peace and stability and protects China's energy and geopolitical security interests.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1864364933917696/
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