🌐 In a significant move to strengthen ties, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday in New York. The meeting underscored the growing partnership between the two nations amidst global shifts and challenges.
Wang Yi emphasized China's commitment to viewing its relationship with Iran from a strategic and long-term perspective. \"China is ready to enhance practical cooperation across various fields, supporting the development of both our nations,\" he said. 🇨🇳🤝🇮🇷
Reiterating China's support, Wang Yi stated, \"We will continue to back Iran in safeguarding its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity, and national dignity. China opposes any external interference in Iran's internal affairs and the imposition of sanctions and pressure on the country.\"
The two leaders discussed their shared vision of pursuing independent development paths and upholding international fairness and justice. \"Together, we can protect the legitimate rights of developing countries, promote a multipolar world, and democratize international relations,\" Wang Yi added.
On the Israel-Palestine conflict, Wang Yi affirmed China's stance on promoting peace. \"China will continue to uphold justice, pushing for a ceasefire and an end to the war,\" he assured.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of regional cooperation. \"China supports Iran, Saudi Arabia, and other regional countries in improving their relations, resolving security issues through unity and cooperation, and taking the destiny of the Middle East into their own hands,\" Wang Yi emphasized. 🕊️
President Pezeshkian expressed Iran's commitment to the one-China principle and developing friendly relations with China. \"Iran is keen to actively participate in jointly building the Belt and Road Initiative and implementing the comprehensive cooperation plan,\" he remarked. 🚀
He acknowledged the changing global landscape where unilateralism and hegemony pose challenges. \"Iran and China should strengthen cooperation to address these challenges and jointly uphold multilateralism and international fairness and justice,\" Pezeshkian stated.
Pezeshkian praised China's role in promoting world peace and regional security. \"In light of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Middle East, Iran hopes China will play an even greater role in promoting a ceasefire, ending the war, and alleviating the humanitarian crisis,\" he said. 🌏❤️
This meeting signals a deepening friendship between Iran and China, reflecting their shared aspirations for peace, development, and justice in the international community.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meets with Chinese FM Wang Yi
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