China has called on the United States and Iran to immediately restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, signaling Beijing’s intent to play a mediating role in the escalating dispute.
The statement underscores growing international concern over the stability of the world’s most vital oil transit route, which handles roughly a fifth of global crude supplies.
Beijing emphasized that it will make "unremitting efforts" to help de-escalate the situation, according to reports from Brecorder.
Beijing emphasized that it will make "unremitting efforts" to help de-escalate the situation, according to reports from Brecorder.
The diplomatic push comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran have intensified, with both nations issuing stark warnings regarding sovereignty and navigation rights in the narrow waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point for market anxiety, with any disruption posing immediate risks to Brent crude prices and global shipping insurance premiums.
Iran has previously threatened a "decisive and rapid" response to any perceived interference, while the US has demanded public guarantees of safe commercial navigation.