Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for an immediate halt to military operations in the Middle East during a press conference on March 8, 2026, stressing the need to prevent further escalation and regional spillover. The remarks were made at the sidelines of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress in Beijing, where Wang addressed China's foreign policy priorities.
"China's attitude is objective and impartial," Wang stated, reiterating Beijing's consistent position on conflict resolution. "Our principled stance can be summarized into one key message: achieve a ceasefire and end hostilities." He invoked ancient Chinese philosophy, cautioning that "weapons are ominous tools" and emphasizing diplomacy over force.
The Foreign Minister highlighted the historical lessons of Middle Eastern conflicts, noting that military action "breeds new hatred and new crises." He added: "This is a war that should never have happened, and one that benefits no one." Wang's comments come amid heightened global concerns over the conflict's economic and security implications for Asia and beyond.
