China Urges Mideast Dialogue in Talks With Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman

What changed

China has called for dialogue and a political solution in talks involving Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged “all parties” to act with “reason and pragmatism” and avoid returning to armed conflict.

Why it matters

The statement puts China publicly behind de-escalation among four countries with a direct stake in Middle East tensions. It is a diplomatic position, not a reported agreement: no deal or concrete next step was identified.

The wording matters because Wang Yi framed political dialogue as the alternative to armed conflict. For now, that makes China’s role clear even if the practical outcome of the talks remains uncertain.