Jacob Smith

7 May 2026

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged that the Strait of Hormuz be r… – Jacob Smith

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged that the Strait of Hormuz be reopened “as soon as possible” during talks in Beijing with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. Wang stressed that achieving a lasting ceasefire remains an urgent priority and emphasized the importance of continued negotiations. China also signaled its willingness to help de-escalate tensions as regional instability continues to impact global trade and energy markets. #China #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #Diplomacy