On November 8, 2026, Zhai Jun, the Chinese government's special envoy for the Middle East issue, visited Iran and met with Bagheri, the Deputy Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ravanzi, the Executive Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Alibek, the Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and Director General of the Persian Gulf, to have in-depth exchanges on China Iran relations and the current situation in the Middle East.

Zhai Jun stated that the traditional friendship between China and Iran is profound. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Iran and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. China is willing to take this opportunity to promote new progress in bilateral relations. The current war in the Middle East is dragging on and spreading. China believes that military means cannot solve the problem, and the sovereignty and security of all countries should be respected. Relevant parties should adhere to peaceful choices, focus on political solutions with a rational and pragmatic spirit, and promote the early restoration of stability and development in the region.  

Iran attaches great importance to its relations with China and is willing to strengthen exchanges and cooperation in various fields with China to promote the steady development of Iran China relations.Editor/Min Jing