Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha in Beijing on January 26, 2026, marking a significant step in China's engagement with Muslim-majority nations. The talks focused on enhancing economic collaboration, cultural exchanges, and multilateral coordination on global security matters.
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized China's commitment to 'win-win partnerships' with Islamic countries during the meeting. Both sides discussed concrete plans for infrastructure investment under the Belt and Road Initiative and cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts.
The dialogue comes as China strengthens its role in mediating regional conflicts in the Middle East and expands halal industry partnerships. Analysts note this meeting could pave the way for new energy agreements between Beijing and OIC member states ahead of the 2026 APEC Leaders’ Meeting.
