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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for a new forum to reduce tensions in the Middle East. He made the call during a meeting with Iran’s foreign minister in the southwestern city of Tengchang on Saturday. At the same time, he reiterated Beijing’s support for the Iran nuclear deal.
A statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry said China is proposing to establish a regional platform for multilateral dialogue with the equitable participation of all.
The statement added that the forum will enhance mutual understanding in the Middle East through dialogue and find political and diplomatic solutions to security problems. Wang cited support for the Iran nuclear deal as a precondition for entering the forum.
Iranian Foreign Minister Javed Zarif tweeted that their talks were fruitful.
President Donald Trump has terminated an international nuclear deal with Iran initiated by former US President Barack Obama. At the same time, he tightened the blockade on Iran.
Meanwhile, Tehran’s relations with Riyadh have deteriorated due to Saudi Arabia’s support for the war in Yemen, Iran’s growing influence in Iraq, and Washington’s blockade of Tehran. Boss
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