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Russia can 'compensate' for China's resource gap from Iran war: Lavrov
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Russia can 'compensate' for China's resource gap from Iran war: Lavrov

Lavrov says Russia-China ties are stabilising global affairs and increasingly important for 'global majority' seeking stability

Sanctioned Chinese tanker transits Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade, data shows
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Sanctioned Chinese tanker transits Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade, data shows

Tracking data indicates that vessel Rich Starry became the first to pass through the strait and exit the Gulf since blockade began

Xi says China to play 'constructive role' in promoting Mideast peace talks
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Xi says China to play 'constructive role' in promoting Mideast peace talks

Chinese president says sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Gulf countries in Middle East should be sincerely respected

China calls reports it supplied weapons to Iran 'baseless smears'
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China calls reports it supplied weapons to Iran 'baseless smears'

Foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun says China opposes 'baseless smears or malicious association'

China FM calls for closer ties with North Korea in Kim meeting
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China FM calls for closer ties with North Korea in Kim meeting

Wang Yi is on a two-day trip to the diplomatically isolated nuclear state to step up ties between the East Asian neighbors

Xi meets Taiwan opposition chief, expresses ‘full confidence’ in China-Taiwan unity
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Xi meets Taiwan opposition chief, expresses ‘full confidence’ in China-Taiwan unity

Kuomintang chairwoman Cheng is party's first leader to visit China in a decade, but her trip has sparked debate in Taiwan with critics accusing her of being too pro-Beijing

In Pakistan's mediation to end Mideast war, China may hold the key
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In Pakistan's mediation to end Mideast war, China may hold the key

Pakistan won global praise for securing a last-minute ceasefire, but officials say China’s quiet role will be key going forward

Afghanistan, Pakistan agree to avoid escalation: China
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Afghanistan, Pakistan agree to avoid escalation: China

According to Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman, Afghanistan and Pakistan stated 'their commitment to resolving their differences as soon as possible'

Pakistan, China stress diplomacy as Middle East tensions test fragile ceasefire
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Pakistan, China stress diplomacy as Middle East tensions test fragile ceasefire

Ishaq Dar reaffirms dialogue as key to lasting peace, while Jiang Zaidong praises Pakistan’s proactive role in promoting regional stability and de-escalation

Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years
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Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years

Cheng Li-wun, who will become the first sitting chairperson of the Kuomintang (KMT) to travel to China in a decade, says she wants to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping to build cross-strait 'peace'

China says Pak-Afghan peace talks progressing steadily under Beijing’s mediation
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China says Pak-Afghan peace talks progressing steadily under Beijing’s mediation

Beijing says both sides welcome mediation as dialogue continues after months of deadly border fighting

China FM says US-Israel attack on Iran 'clearly violated international law'
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China FM says US-Israel attack on Iran 'clearly violated international law'

Wang Yi stresses UN Security Council should prevent the escalation of conflict, and not legalize 'unauthorized' military actions

China says US, Israeli attacks on Iran the 'root cause' of Hormuz blockage
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China says US, Israeli attacks on Iran the 'root cause' of Hormuz blockage

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson says military means cannot fundamentally solve the problem, and the escalation of conflicts is not in the interests of either side

Pakistan and Afghan Taliban resume talks in China as Beijing mediates
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Pakistan and Afghan Taliban resume talks in China as Beijing mediates

Sources say dialogue in Urumqi seeks to enhance coordination, reduce tensions and explore pathways for strengthened cooperation between the two sides

China, Pakistan propose five-point plan to de-escalate Middle East tensions
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China, Pakistan propose five-point plan to de-escalate Middle East tensions

Beijing and Islamabad urge dialogue, warn against attacks on infrastructure and shipping routes

China expresses 'gratitude' after three ships transit Hormuz strait
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China expresses 'gratitude' after three ships transit Hormuz strait

Two of the vessels passed through the strait, crucial for transporting oil and gas, on Monday as they exited the Gulf, tracking data shows

China says will boost cooperation with Pakistan on Iran issue
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China says will boost cooperation with Pakistan on Iran issue

Official says foreign ministers will deepen strategic dialogue on Iran, boosting communication and coordination and jointly advocate for peace

Pakistan leadership holds key meeting on national security, regional tensions ahead of China visit
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Pakistan leadership holds key meeting on national security, regional tensions ahead of China visit

President, PM discuss key economic, energy and security challenges, emphasizing a coordinated national strategy

Pakistan FM Ishaq Dar to visit China for talks on regional, economic cooperation
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Pakistan FM Ishaq Dar to visit China for talks on regional, economic cooperation

Visit follows invitation from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and comes amid evolving regional developments

China says 'glimmer of hope' on Iran war talks
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China says 'glimmer of hope' on Iran war talks

China’s Wang Yi urges dialogue in calls with Turkish and Egyptian counterparts, citing signals from Tehran and Washington of a possible return to talks