Special Envoy Zhai Jun of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue Meets with Secretary-General of the League of Arab States Ahmed Aboul Gheit

On March 17, 2026, Special Envoy Zhai Jun of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue met with Secretary-General of the League of Arab States (LAS) Ahmed Aboul Gheit in Cairo.

Ahmed Aboul Gheit stated that the LAS is deeply concerned about the drastic changes in the Middle East situation and the rapid escalation of regional crises. Iran should actively respond to the international community's call by ceasing its attacks on Gulf Arab states, ensuring the safety and smooth flow of the Strait of Hormuz, and avoiding disruption to international trade and regional oil exports. The LAS appreciates China's position of promoting peace talks, and hopes that China will continue to exert its positive influence and role, and to take creative measures to promote an immediate ceasefire by all parties concerned and a return to the correct track of dialogue and negotiation.

Zhai Jun stated that China deeply sympathizes with the involvement of multiple Arab countries in the conflict and the civilian casualties caused. China supports the legitimate demands of Arab countries to safeguard their own security and defend their lawful rights. The most pressing task now is to cease hostilities and halt the conflict. All responsible countries in the international community should urge the parties concerned to immediately cease military operations. The LAS has long been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East, and plays an important role in regional and international affairs. China is willing to work with the LAS to actively engage with all parties involved, and to make unremitting efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.