Politics China calls for non-interference in Iran
China has responded to the protests in Iran and US President Donald Trump's statements on possible intervention with an appeal for non-interference. Foreign Office spokeswoman Mao Ning said in Beijing that China rejects interference in the internal affairs of other states and rejects the use or threat of force in international relations.
12.01.2026, 09:54
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"Overcoming difficulties"
Beijing hopes that the government and people of Iran can overcome the current difficulties and maintain national stability. At the same time, the spokesperson emphasized in response to questions from journalists that China was monitoring the situation closely. There have been no reports of Chinese citizens being injured or killed so far.
China and Iran have maintained a close economic and strategic partnership for years, which is primarily characterized by trade and energy relations, including the export of Iranian oil to China.
