Beijing Accelerates Middle East Diplomacy as U.S. Threatens Renewed War with Iran
China ramps up diplomatic outreach amid looming U.S. attacks on Iran, hosting Iranian and Omani officials and pushing a five‑point peace plan.
POLICY WIRE — Beijing, China — Beijing has intensified its diplomatic efforts in the Middle East after the United States signaled a possible resumption of military action against Iran following the Tuesday midterm elections.
China has dispatched an envoy to the Gulf and convened meetings with Iranian and Omani officials, while President Xi Jinping welcomed the first Omani head of state to the country since 1978, underscoring Beijing’s desire to act as a regional mediator.
The Chinese government is urging dialogue to avoid a fresh conflict, presenting a five‑point proposal developed with Pakistan and seeking backing from Gulf states and Western governments to curb escalating tensions.
Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister is scheduled to travel to Beijing, positioning China as a potential peacemaker ahead of an upcoming U.S.–China summit where the issue of renewed hostilities will likely surface.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
