China has urged the international community to support Arab-led solutions to regional conflicts during a UN Security Council briefing on Middle Eastern affairs. Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, emphasized the need for political resolutions over military interventions while addressing cooperation between the UN and the League of Arab States on April 3, 2026.
"History repeatedly demonstrates that military force is not the solution," Fu stated, highlighting the Middle East's status as a global hotspot facing war devastation and displacement crises. He called for enhanced coordination between UN institutions and Arab states, stressing the Arab League's unique advantages in conflict mediation through its cultural heritage and regional understanding.
The Chinese envoy specifically addressed escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, asserting that "the distinction between right and wrong in the ongoing war is clear." He urged immediate cessation of military actions and renewed focus on peace talks to prevent further casualties.
Fu reaffirmed China's commitment to the two-state solution for Palestine, describing it as the only viable path forward. His remarks come ahead of the second China-Arab States Summit later this year, which Beijing aims to use as a platform for deepening strategic cooperation and building a "shared future" with Arab nations.
The diplomatic push aligns with China's growing role in Middle Eastern affairs, combining development initiatives with conflict resolution efforts. Analysts suggest this approach positions China as a stabilizing force in contrast to what Fu described as "external forces engaging in geopolitical competition."
