On 8 March 2026, Wang Yi addressed journalists at the NPC. He called for an end to the "war that should not have happened" in Iran, warned against a return to "law of the jungle", and underscored preparations for Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to Beijing. The remarks also highlighted China’s push for deeper BRICS cooperation and a refreshed India‑China relationship.
Key Developments (Bullet Points)
- Wang Yi urged an immediate halt to military operations in the Iran crisis and warned of a "law of the jungle" scenario.
- He praised Trump for "leading by example" and said the visit would provide a "strategic safeguard" for China‑U.S. relations.
- China’s diplomatic priorities highlighted were the U.S., Russia, India, and Japan, with broader outreach to Europe, Latin America, Africa, ASEAN, and the Global South.
- On India, Wang noted a "fresh start" after the 2024 Modi‑Xi meeting in Kazan and the 2025 SCO summit in Tianjin, anticipating reciprocal high‑level visits for upcoming BRICS presidencies.
- Three measures for China‑India ties were proposed: treat each other as partners, not rivals; jointly safeguard border peace; and focus on development cooperation.
- Wang downplayed the notion of a China‑U.S. "G2" while warning that any slide into confrontation could drag the world down.
- He alluded to a unnamed country erecting Tariff barriers ...