On March 10, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani upon request.

Mohammed briefed Wang Yi on the regional situation and Qatar’s position. He emphasized that Qatar has to undertake necessary self-defense measures, while intensifying diplomatic efforts to contain the spread and escalation of the crisis. Qatar appreciates China’s upholding of an impartial stance and its mediation efforts, and hopes that China will play a greater role in bringing about a ceasefire and ending hostilities.

Wang Yi stated that as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, China has always upheld principles and stood for fairness and justice in international affairs. The use of force by the United States and Israel against Iran without Security Council authorization is a clear violation of the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and the basic norms governing international relations. At the same time, China does not approve of the expansion of the strike scope, and condemn the indiscriminate attacks on civilians and non-military targets. The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf Arab countries should be respected. The continuation of the war brings nothing but harm, and will only cause greater losses to all parties involved. The Chinese side calls for an immediate ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, and a political settlement of the issue, and supports the Gulf countries in taking the future of the region into their own hands. The Chinese side will continue to play a constructive role in easing the situation and restoring peace in its own way.