Iran's Foreign Minister: The Issue of Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz Should Be Properly Addressed, and the Relevant Memorandum of Understanding Should Be Effectively Implemented

Odaily Odaily News On the 17th, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi as requested. Araghchi briefed on the situation regarding the first-phase memorandum of understanding reached between Iran and the United States, and sincerely thanked the Chinese side for its positive role in promoting the negotiations and reaching the agreement. Araghchi stated that the relevant memorandum of understanding should be effectively implemented, including Israel ceasing its military actions against Lebanon. The Iranian side has always viewed its relations with China from a strategic perspective and looks forward to enhancing mutual trust with China, deepening cooperation in various fields, and jointly advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. The issue of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz should be properly addressed, responding steadily to the common concerns of the international community. China supports Iran in improving relations with regional countries and exploring the joint construction of a regional security architecture. China is willing to strengthen communication and coordination with Iran, while consolidating and deepening Sino-Iranian relations, and continuing to contribute to maintaining and promoting regional peace and stability. (Xinhua News Agency)