Chinese Foreign Affairs Commission Director Wang Yi reiterated Beijing's commitment to peaceful conflict resolution during high-level talks with UAE officials on April 13, 2026, warning that any blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz would harm global interests.
In discussions with Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, special envoy to UAE President Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Wang emphasized China's support for Gulf Arab states' security concerns while advocating for political solutions to regional conflicts. "A comprehensive ceasefire through diplomatic channels remains the fundamental path forward," stated the senior Chinese diplomat, who serves on the Communist Party of China Central Committee's Political Bureau.
The meeting comes as global energy markets remain sensitive to Middle Eastern stability, with nearly 20% of the world's oil supply passing through the narrow Hormuz waterway. Wang confirmed China's willingness to collaborate with international partners, including the UAE, to accelerate peace restoration efforts.
Analysts suggest China's proactive mediation role aligns with its growing economic interests in the region, while maintaining its principle of non-interference in sovereign affairs. The UAE delegation's visit underscores deepening bilateral cooperation following recent energy and infrastructure agreements signed earlier this year.
