China, Russia, and Iran solidified their stance on resolving the Iranian nuclear issue through diplomacy and multilateral cooperation during a high-level trilateral meeting in Beijing on March 14, 2025. Deputy Foreign Ministers Ma Zhaoxu of China, Ryabkov Sergey Alexeevich of Russia, and Kazem Gharibabadi of Iran emphasized a shared commitment to peaceful dialogue, sanctions relief, and adherence to international agreements.
The joint statement criticized unilateral sanctions as 'unlawful' and urged relevant parties to prioritize political engagement over pressure or threats. It highlighted the importance of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231, which endorsed the 2015 nuclear deal, and called for creating favorable conditions for diplomatic progress.
China and Russia reaffirmed support for Iran's right to peaceful nuclear energy under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and praised Tehran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The three nations pledged to strengthen collaboration in multilateral forums like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, signaling a growing alignment on global governance.
Analysts view this meeting as a strategic step to reposition Iran's nuclear discussions within broader geopolitical frameworks, while addressing economic pressures faced by all three countries from Western sanctions. The outcomes may influence energy markets and regional stability in Asia, with implications for investors and policymakers monitoring sanctions-related risks.
