Embassy of China in Kuwait سفارة الصين في الكويت

President Xi Jinping made four propositions on safeguarding and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East. 1️⃣ Stay committed to the principle of peaceful co-existence. The Gulf states in the Middle East are close neighbors that cannot move away. It’s important to support the Gulf states in improving their ties, work to build a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security architecture of the Middle East and the Gulf region, and consolidate the foundation for peaceful co-existence. 2️⃣ Stay committed to the principle of national sovereignty. Sovereignty serves as a foundation for all countries, especially developing countries, to survive and thrive, and it must not be violated. The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf states should be earnestly respected, and the safety of their personnel, facilities and institutions vigorously safeguarded. 3️⃣ Stay committed to the principle of international rule of law. It is important to firmly uphold the international system with the U.N. at its core, the international order based on international law, and basic norms governing international relations underpinned by the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter. 4️⃣ Stay committed to a balanced approach to development and security. Security is a prerequisite for development, and development serves as a safeguard of security. All sides should work to create a sound environment for and bring positive energy to the development of the Gulf states. China stands ready to share with the Gulf countries the opportunities through Chinese modernization, and work with them to nurture a fertile ground for regional development and security.

5/5 China has made tremendous efforts to restore peace and stability in the Gulf and the Middle East. China and Pakistan have issued a Five-Point Initiative for Restoring Peace and Stability in the Gulf and Middle East Region. We welcome the response and participation from countries and international organizations.

4/5 The fundamental solution to ensuring safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz is to achieve cessation of hostilities as soon as possible.

3/5 The Security Council's actions should be aimed at deescalating the situation. They must not provide a legal veneer for unauthorized military operations. The Council's actions must not grant a license to the use of force, let alone further exacerbate tensions and add fuel to the fire, thereby leading to an escalation of the conflict.

2/5 The sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of Gulf States must be fully respected. Civilians and non-military targets must be given necessary protection. The safety and security of shipping lanes and energy infrastructure must also be safeguarded. China does not go along with Iran's attacks on Gulf States and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

1/5 The merits of this conflict are crystal-clear. The US and Israel, without authorization from the Security Council and while negotiations between Iran and the US were underway, launched military strikes against Iran. This is in clear violation of the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and the basic norms of international relations.

China's envoy to UN: No 'license' for use of force

Since the ongoing conflict in Iran began, China has followed an objective, fair, and balanced position, and worked hard to bring about a cessation of hostilities. Violence does not bring peace; political settlement is the only way forward.