China has urged Pakistan to play a bigger diplomatic role and mediation efforts in easing tensions between Iran and the United States and helping address issues surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, according to Chinese state media.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the appeal during a phone call with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, state news agency Xinhua reported.
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According to the report, Wang encouraged Pakistan to intensify mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington and contribute to resolving matters linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route critical to international oil and gas supplies.
Xinhua quoted Wang as saying China would continue supporting Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts and contribute to promoting regional stability.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi.
The two leaders exchanged in-depth views on recent regional developments and Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to facilitate… pic.twitter.com/MUXVisOIY2
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) May 12, 2026
Pakistan has been actively engaged in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran following heightened conflict in the Middle East.
Islamabad is reportedly working to arrange a second round of direct talks between Washington and Tehran after earlier negotiations in April failed to secure a formal agreement.
A statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said both sides discussed recent regional developments and stressed the importance of preserving a durable ceasefire between Iran and the United States.
The statement added that both ministers agreed on the need to ensure uninterrupted navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, which remains central to global energy markets. Wang also reportedly appreciated Pakistan’s “constructive” role in promoting dialogue between the two sides.
Beyond regional security, the two diplomats reviewed plans for upcoming high-level exchanges and events marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.
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Officials said both countries agreed to remain in close contact on bilateral and multilateral issues of mutual interest. The conversation comes ahead of a planned visit by US President Donald Trump to Beijing, where Middle East developments are expected to feature in discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Pakistan had earlier helped broker a temporary ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, though negotiations to formally end tensions remain ongoing.