China has called for urgent de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, emphasizing diplomacy over military action. Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed on Monday (April 13, 2026) that a blockade would harm global interests, urging parties to 'prioritize dialogue' during talks with UAE Special Envoy Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak in Beijing.
The remarks follow U.S. President Donald Trump's Sunday announcement to block ships in the strait after failed peace talks with Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun described the waterway as a 'vital lifeline' for global trade, linking disruptions directly to the U.S.-Iran conflict. 🔥⚖️
With 30% of the world's seaborne oil passing through Hormuz, China reiterated its readiness to mediate, urging calm and a 'comprehensive ceasefire.' Analysts say the stance reflects Beijing's growing role as a geopolitical stabilizer—no surprise, given its energy security stakes. 💡🌏
