Strait of Hormuz Crisis: China's Diplomatic Push

China's United Nations ambassador, Fu Cong, has stressed the importance of sustaining the ceasefire in Iran and reopening the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz. He asserts the matter will be a high priority during upcoming diplomatic discussions when U.S. President Donald Trump visits China this month.

At a UN briefing, Fu expressed China's deep concerns over the temporary nature of the ceasefire and the possibility of renewed conflict. He urged both Iran and the U.S. to remove their respective blockades and highlighted the necessity for an enduring ceasefire coupled with sincere negotiations.

Responding to questions about Trump's visit, Fu anticipated that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz would dominate bilateral talks if the closure persists. Furthermore, he dismissed U.S. claims of military collaboration between China and Iran as unfounded.

(With inputs from agencies.)