On March 26, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand at the latter’s request.

Anita Anand briefed on Canada’s position on the situation in the Middle East, stating that Canada is committed to protecting civilians in the conflict, promoting deescalation, preventing the spillover of the conflict, and reducing its impact on the global economy and industrial and supply chains. The Iranian nuclear issue bears on the international nuclear non-proliferation regime, and that ensuring the safe navigation of the Strait of Hormuz serves the common interests of all parties. Canada stands ready to work with China to promote peace and a ceasefire, and to advance peace and stability in the region.

Wang Yi expounded on China’s principled position, stating that the Iranian nuclear issue should be resolved through dialogue and should not serve as a justification for the use of force. The abuse of force would only bring about serious aftereffects, and the spillover of hostilities threatens regional security and stability. Both the United States and Iran have expressed willingness to resume negotiations, and the international community should encourage both sides to return to the negotiating table and seek effective approaches to a political settlement. China and Canada could jointly play a constructive role in this regard.

The two sides also exchanged views on China-Canada relations. Both sides agree to implement the fruitful results of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China in a positive and pragmatic manner, to resume dialogues at all levels, to expand mutually beneficial cooperation, and to promote the stable and sound development of the China-Canada new Strategic Partnership.