China hopes parties to Iran war can ‘seize opportunity for peace’, resume talks

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi (R) attends a bilateral meeting with the US Secretary of State (not in picture) in Munich, on February 13, 2026, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC). (FILE/AFP)

• China welcomes all efforts that are conducive ⁠to peace and supports ‌Pakistan’s ‌active mediation ​efforts

BEIJING: China hopes relevant parties will seize the ​opportunity for peace and bridge differences through dialogue, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday ‌when asked ‌about ​a ‌US ⁠ceasefire proposal ​brokered by ⁠Pakistan that was rejected by Iran.
China welcomes all efforts that are conducive ⁠to peace and supports ‌Pakistan’s ‌active mediation ​efforts, ‌said Mao Ning, ‌the ministry spokesperson, during a regular press conference.
Reaching a ceasefire ‌as soon as possible and resuming dialogue ⁠is ⁠the common wish of the international community, Mao said. China is willing to play a constructive role, she added.