Xi Jinping Urges Strait of Hormuz Reopening and Ceasefire
- Publish date: Monday، 20 April 2026 Reading time: 1 min read
China's Xi Jinping emphasizes the importance of the Strait of Hormuz and calls for peace in the Middle East.
- Related articles
- US and Iran Reach Agreement to Reopen Vital Strait of Hormuz
- Iran Rejects Ceasefire Proposal, State Media Reports
- UAE Condemns Iran's Attacks as Three Injured in Fujairah
Chinese President Xi Jinping has made his first public call for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its importance during a phone conversation on Monday with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Speaking during the discussion, Xi expressed China’s support for an “immediate and comprehensive ceasefire” and underscored Beijing’s commitment to backing efforts aimed at restoring peace to the Middle East. His remarks were highlighted in a report shared by the state-run news agency.
Crown Prince Mohammed reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s dedication to resolving the ongoing conflict through dialogue, stressing the importance of avoiding further escalation in the region.
This article was previously published on saudimoments. To see the original article, click here
AI contributed to the creation of this article.