INTERNATIONAL — March 28, 2026
China Welcomes Pakistan's Mediation in US-Iran Talks
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi welcomed Pakistan's mediation efforts between the US and Iran during talks with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar. Both nations agreed to coordinate on halting the conflict, reviving negotiations and protecting civilians.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — corroborated by Amu TV and Pajhwok — 2 min read
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar that Beijing welcomes Islamabad's mediation efforts between the United States and Iran.
China's foreign ministry issued a statement on Saturday emphasizing shared goals with Pakistan to halt the conflict, revive negotiations, protect civilians and secure shipping routes. Both countries agreed to coordinate on these objectives amid efforts to prevent wider regional escalation.
Wang Yi urged renewed talks between the US and Iran and a peaceful end to the conflict. China and Pakistan maintain a neutral stance while supporting diplomatic efforts.
Pakistan is positioning itself as a mediator, passing messages between the US and Iran, though Iran denies direct talks. China has recently urged Iran to begin talks and previously helped ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Reliability assessment
Corroborated by three outlets (Khaama Press, Amu TV, Pajhwok) reporting direct on-record statements from named officials China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and China's foreign ministry statement.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
He said a ceasefire and restoration of peace were widely desired, and urged the international community to encourage the United States and Iran to return to negotiations. Pakistan and China share the same goals and positions on this issue, Dar added, and Pakistan looks forward to working with China to play an active role in promoting peace and a ceasefire. Wang said China and Pakistan, as strategic partners, held an objective and consistent position on the conflict. He praised Pakistan's efforts to ease tensions. The Chinese foreign minister said launching peace talks is not easy, but only by getting them started can further casualties and losses be avoided.
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Where reports agree
- China welcomed Pakistan's mediation in US-Iran talks via statement from Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Ishaq Dar
- China and Pakistan support diplomacy, neutrality, de-escalation, and peace efforts in the US-Iran conflict
- Pakistan acting as go-between for US and Iran amid regional crisis
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Amu TV
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