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 ...