Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran and China could play an important role in building a fair international order, strengthening multilateralism, and ensuring peace and stability. Writing in an Iranian newspaper to mark 55 years of diplomatic relations, he said Tehran and Beijing seek to begin a new chapter of cooperation based on mutual trust and the firm political will of their leaders.

Araghchi described China as Iran’s “friend in difficult times” and said their cooperation on regional peace and security reflects a shared commitment to long-term stability. He said relations between Tehran and Beijing have deepened and expanded in recent years despite Western sanctions and maximum pressure on Iran. He also called China Iran’s main economic partner and praised its role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, BRICS and the UN Security Council.

The foreign minister accused the United States and Israel of actions against Iran that he said violated international law, the UN Charter and moral principles. He urged peace-seeking countries to take more effective steps to protect international peace and security. Araghchi said Iran is ready to strengthen strategic ties with China and other members through SCO and BRICS frameworks.