On March 15, 2026, Special Envoy Zhai Jun of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue met with Foreign Minister of Kuwait Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.

Sheikh Jarrah stated that Kuwait stands as a non-belligerent party and remains steadfastly committed to the pacific settlement of disputes. He urged Iran to immediately cease its attacks against Kuwait and other Gulf neighbors, ensure the safety and unimpeded passage of international shipping lanes, and avert further shocks to the global energy supply. The Kuwaiti side highly appreciates the just position upheld by China and its peace-promoting endeavors. Kuwait welcomes the shuttle diplomacy conducted by the Chinese Special Envoy in the region and stands ready to strengthen communication and coordination with China to jointly promote the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.

Zhai Jun remarked that the prevailing regional turbulence, which has inflicted profound suffering upon Kuwait and other Gulf countries, is a scenario China is loath to witness. The military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, absent authorization from the United Nations Security Council, constitute a flagrant violation of international law and are resolutely opposed by China. Concurrently, China condemns all acts of indiscriminate attacks against innocent civilians and non-military targets. It is China’s position that the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of the Gulf Cooperation Council states must be fully respected, energy and economic infrastructures should be spared from attacks, and the safety of navigation routes must remain inviolable. Achieving an immediate ceasefire and halting hostilities is a matter of paramount urgency. The international community must urge the parties involved to cease military operations forthwith to prevent a further deterioration of the tense situation. China commends Kuwait for its attitude of restraint and its calm response, and stands ready to work in concert with Kuwait to play a constructive role in de-escalating the situation.