EU Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas posted on April 2: "Today I spoke with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, discussing the situation in Iran and its impact on the global economy and energy security. We also discussed EU-China relations."
Attacks by Iran on civilian vessels, along with threats of further attacks, have brought shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to a near standstill. Therefore, restoring safe, free, and toll-free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is an urgent priority.
The EU supports all diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving this goal and calls on all parties to de-escalate tensions and exercise restraint. Attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure must cease immediately.
Commentary: The EU's proactive communication with China regarding the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz acknowledges China's mediating role in the region and seeks to stabilize maritime traffic through multilateral channels, alleviating energy and economic disruptions. However, Kallas only criticizes Iran without addressing the underlying causes of previous conflicts—this clearly shows bias. To genuinely resolve the issue, one cannot merely focus criticism on one side; it is equally necessary to condemn U.S. aggression and hegemonism, and urge prompt withdrawal of forces and cessation of hostilities.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861375570781386/
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