Abbas Araqchi Praised Successful Consultations with Chinese Officials

Abbas Araqchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, on Monday, following his recent consultations with Chinese officials, described these meetings as successful. He announced in a post on the social media platform X: "Iran values the strategic partnership we have built over time." According to Araqchi, the decisions made during these consultations could have profound and unprecedented impacts on the strategic balance in the region.

Support for President Xi Jinping's Principles of Peace

Araqchi also supported the four principles of Chinese President Xi Jinping for regional peace. These principles include peaceful coexistence among neighboring countries, respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity, adherence to international laws, and a balance between security and economic development. Araqchi stated that these principles are key to stability and peace in the region.

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Impacts of Bilateral Consultations

These consultations in China clearly demonstrate the importance of Iran and China's cooperation in various fields. The two countries, considering their common challenges, are working to strengthen trade and strategic relations to contribute to security and stability in the region. Araqchi further added that today's decisions are significant not only for Iran but for the entire region and could influence the future trajectory of neighboring countries.

During these meetings, officials from both countries discussed economic and security issues and proposed solutions to strengthen bilateral cooperation. These negotiations are seen as part of Iran's efforts to diversify its foreign relations and reduce dependence on Western powers.

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