China has called on the United States and Iran to immediately maintain a cessation of hostilities during an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
China’s Deputy UN Envoy Sun Lei told the Security Council that preserving the ceasefire was essential. “It is vital to maintain the cessation of hostilities,” he said.
Sun Lei said the United States and Iran had committed to respecting each other’s territorial integrity and sovereignty under the memorandum of understanding (MoU), adding that these commitments must be upheld.
“Sanctions on Iran must be lifted. It is imperative to uphold a correct sense of right and wrong,” the Chinese envoy said.
He added that Iran should continue to honour its commitment not to develop nuclear weapons, while maintaining that Tehran has the right to pursue nuclear energy for peaceful civilian purposes.
The deputy envoy also reiterated China’s “impartial and consistent stance” on resolving international disputes.
“China is committed to playing a constructive role in a peaceful resolution,” Sun Lei said.