Here are the latest developments I can summarize based on public and widely reported sources:
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China and Iran have continued high-level diplomatic engagement focused on regional stability and nuclear issues. In April 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Iran's foreign counterpart discussed the latest progress of Iran's nuclear issue and emphasized diplomatic solutions and multilateral dialogue. These discussions highlighted Beijing’s stance against force and unilateral sanctions, and Iran’s willingness to coordinate with China on key regional and international matters.[1][2]
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Beyond nuclear issues, spokespersons from both governments underscored mutual opposition to unilateralism and emphasized the importance of multilateral frameworks (e.g., SCO, BRICS) in safeguarding shared interests, while reaffirming China’s support for Iran’s rights to peaceful nuclear energy. This aligns with China’s long-standing policy of opposing external pressure and advocating dialogue to resolve disputes.[2]
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In parallel coverage, there are multiple media appearances and sharable briefings from Chinese and Iranian officials in 2025 and 2026 that reiterate these messages, including references to resistance to U.S. tariffs and unilateral actions, and calls for continuing bilateral cooperation across various sectors.[1][2]
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For broader context, a number of outlets in 2025–2026 reported on China’s call for dialogue in the Iran situation, while Iran stressed adherence to the one-China principle and cooperation with China across international and regional affairs.[3][4]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current articles from reliable outlets and summarize them with direct quotes and dates, or focus on a particular angle (economic cooperation, nuclear diplomacy, or security in the Strait of Hormuz). I can also provide a brief timeline of key public statements between China and Iran from 2024–2026.
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