The Chinese Government called not to close “the door of dialogue” in the Middle East and to reach a negotiated solution that “takes into account the concerns of all parties”, at a time when the United States and Iran seem close to sealing an agreement.

The spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mao Ning, declared that “the exploration of a solution through negotiations has been welcomed by the countries of the region and the international community.”

“Now that the door of dialogue has been opened, it should not be closed again,” the spokesperson added, while indicating that it is necessary to “consolidate the trend towards détente, maintain the general direction of a political solution” and reach, through consultations and dialogue, a solution that takes into account the “concerns of all parties.”

Mao also stressed the immediate need to reopen sea routes as soon as possible to “safeguard the stability and fluidity of global supply and production chains,” referring to the strategic Strait of Hormuz, key to global energy trade.

He also assured that China will work together with the international community to "bring greater momentum to the peace talks and play a constructive role in achieving lasting peace in the Middle East."

Since the beginning of the conflict, Beijing has defended a diplomatic solution based on dialogue and negotiation. Although he has condemned the attacks against Iran by the United States and Israel, he has also insisted on the need to “respect the sovereignty” of the Gulf countries, a region with which he maintains close political and economic ties.

In parallel, American media assure that Washington and Tehran are close to closing a preliminary understanding. According to Axios, the draft contemplates a 60-day extension of the truce, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the easing of some sanctions to allow Iran to sell oil freely. In addition, it would include negotiations on the Iranian nuclear program and the unlocking of frozen Iranian funds.