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9
November
2026

China’s Middle East envoy visits Iran and urges a political solution to regional conflicts

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News 📅 9 November 2026 📍 China, Iran

China’s special envoy for Middle East affairs, Zhai Jun, visited Tehran on 8 November and met senior Iranian officials Ali Bagheri Kani, Majid Takht-Ravanchi and Mohammad Alibek. China’s Foreign Ministry said they discussed bilateral ties and the regional situation. Zhai said force cannot resolve conflicts and called for political solutions, respect for sovereignty and regional stability. Anadolu reported, citing statements from both sides, that the talks also addressed Yemen and a future regional security framework, and that the sides agreed to continue consultations. The reports describe diplomatic engagement, not an agreement or ceasefire.

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People in this event

Zhai Jun

Ali Bagheri Kani

Majid Takht-Ravanchi

Mohammad Alibek

Organizations in this Event

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China

Iranian Supreme National Security Council

Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Anadolu Agency

Tasnim