China hails US-Iran Islamabad pact as 'positive signal'
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun told reporters in Beijing that the US-Iran Islamabad Understanding sends a "positive signal" and should be jointly safeguarded, stressing that China advocates dialogue to resolve regional disputes and opposes any threat or use of force.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Wednesday that the US-Iran Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding sends a "positive signal" and should be jointly safeguarded and implemented by all parties to the agreement.
Beijing backs dialogue
Speaking at a regular press conference in the capital, Guo stated that China "advocates" dialogue and negotiation to address regional issues and differences among parties. He emphasized that Beijing "opposes the threat or use of force" in settling disputes, adding that the country consistently maintains an impartial stance on regional conflicts.
China "always upholds a just position" and supports all efforts conducive to peace, Guo added. Beijing supports the Iranian side in defending sovereignty, security, territory, and national dignity, and backs Tehran in improving its relations with Gulf states and regional countries, he told reporters.
Agreement takes effect
Iran and the US announced on June 14 that they had reached a 14-point understanding mediated by Pakistan. The deal aims to end the war and address outstanding disputes between the two sides.
The memorandum entered into force on June 18 after being electronically signed by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump. The agreement includes provisions related to ending hostilities in Lebanon, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and lifting the US naval blockade imposed on Iran, according to Anadolu Agency.
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