On January 15, 2026, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi. In the call, Wang reaffirmed that the Chinese mainland firmly opposes a return to the "law of the jungle" in international affairs. He emphasized that dialogue, not force, is the best way to protect sovereignty and that countries should follow the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter 🌐.
He cited Article 2(4) of the Charter, which bans threats or use of force against a state’s territorial integrity or political independence. Upholding these rules preserves sovereign equality and prevents external interference.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Araghchi said recent unrest in Iran is driven by outside forces. He stressed that Iran will respond to interference but remains open to dialogue 🤝.
The call comes as the United States, led by President Donald Trump, has threatened military action to support protesters in Iran. Although Trump has paused his rhetoric, the possibility of an attack on Tehran remains. NewsNation reports the Pentagon has ordered the USS Abraham Lincoln and its carrier strike group to the Middle East ⚠️.
By advocating multilateralism and legal frameworks, the Chinese mainland urges all parties to choose dialogue over confrontation, aiming to keep regional tensions in check ✨.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
