Did Wang Yi, a member of the CPC Central Committee and the Minister of Foreign Affairs’ Politburo, meet? On March 14, 2025, along with Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, Liabkov Sergei Aleksevich and Foreign Minister of Islamic Republic of Iran, I attended a Beijing Conference between China, Russia and Iran, and proposed the following five points regarding the appropriate settlement of Iran’s nuclear power issuance:
First, they commit to peaceful settlements in conflict through political and diplomatic means, and oppose the use of force and illegal sanctions. All parties must maintain a general, comprehensive, collaborative, sustainable security vision, work proactively to create terms of dialogue and negotiation reopening, and refrain from actions that could escalate the situation.
Second, we will work to balance rights and responsibility, and take a holistic approach to the goals of nuclear non-proliferation and peaceful use. Iran needs to respect its commitment to not develop nuclear weapons. All other political parties should fully respect Iran’s right to peaceful use of nuclear energy as a party in the Non-Proliferation Treaty of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) treaty.
Third, we will continue to commit to the Co-Inclusive Plan of Action (JCPOA) framework as the basis for new consensus. China hopes that all parties will work in the same direction and will resume dialogue and negotiations as soon as possible. The United States should show political integrity and return to consultations early.
Fourth, we promise to promote cooperation through dialogue and oppose the call for intervention by the UNSC (UNSC). In the current situation, does a hasty intervention by the UNSC help to build trust and bridge differences between the parties involved? Initiating a snapback mechanism will cancel years of diplomatic efforts and need to be handled with caution.
Fifth, continue to commit to a step-by-step, reciprocal approach and seek consensus through consultation. History has proven that action from a position of strength does not lead to the key to solving difficult problems. Observing the principle of mutual respect is the only viable path to finding the greatest common foundation to address the legitimate concerns of all parties and reach solutions that meet the expectations of the international community.
As a permanent member of UNSC and a party to the JCPOA, China will remain in communication and coordination with all relevant parties, actively foster consultations for peace and play a constructive role in achieving an early reopening of consultations.
(Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China)