Beijing (TDI): China has reiterated its commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia and Iran in fostering long-term good-neighborly relations, as ties between the two Middle Eastern nations continue to strengthen.
At a press briefing on Wednesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded to a question regarding the current Saudi-Iran relationship, emphasizing the positive trajectory of their diplomatic ties since their landmark reconciliation last year.
Lin noted that since China facilitated the restoration of diplomatic relations between Riyadh and Tehran, constructive engagement between the two countries has only increased.
Riyadh and Tehran have engaged in positive interactions at different levels, reinforcing their reconciliation efforts and contributing profoundly to regional peace and stability, Lin stated.
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The query followed remarks by Saudi social media users who recently urged Israel not to target Iran and expressed condemnation of actions in Gaza.
Observers see the warming Saudi-Iran relations as influential in broader regional dynamics.
Lin expressed that China “welcomes and applauds” the growing Saudi-Iran cooperation, which is viewed as a stabilizing factor for the Middle East.
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He assured that China would continue to support both nations in strengthening mutual trust, ensuring that their bond fosters a lasting peace.