Wang Yi

Also known as: China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi · Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Chinese Foreign Minister engaged in diplomatic talks on conflicts, trade, and regional cooperation across Africa, Asia, and US-Iran relations.

2026-04-262026-10-31

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May 2026
14 MayThe Standard
… Yet Beijing is growing impatient for peace, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi urging his Pakistani counterpart on Tuesday to step up mediation efforts between Iran and the United States. …
Trump vows to push Xi to 'open up' China at superpower summit
7 MayCitizen Digital
… China's foreign minister Wang Yi met with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Beijing a day earlier and they discussed reopening the strait, a Chinese foreign ministry statement said, opens new tab. …
Chinese-owned oil tanker attacked near Strait of Hormuz
6 MayCitizen Digital
… It said both sides were close to agreeing on a "one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war." - Oil tumbles - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday, his first trip to Tehran's close ally since the beginning of …
Trump threatens new Iran strikes, piling on pressure for peace deal
6 MayCitizen Digital
… Trump added that the blockade of Iranian ports "will remain in full force and effect." As these announcements were made in Washington, Iranian media reported that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beijing, where he will on Wednesday meet his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi …
US pauses Hormuz escorts in bid for deal, as threats continue
April 2026
26 AprThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi at Government House in Bangkok, on April 24, 2026. …
China and Myanmar vow more trade, security cooperation

World & Region

Xi Jinping outlines four African conflict resolution principles

The News

Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined four principles for resolving African conflicts during a meeting with Togo's President: African-led solutions, respect for national sovereignty, an end to hostilities, and efforts to address root causes of insecurity. Xi emphasized that African people should remain central to decisions affecting the continent and that outside parties should respect Africa's leadership in regional affairs.

15 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 15 October

Xi Jinping outlines four African conflict resolution principles
Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined four principles for resolving African conflicts during a meeting with Togo's President: African-led solutions, respect for national sovereignty, an end to hostilities, and efforts to address root causes of insecurity. Xi emphasized that African people should remain central to decisions affecting the continent and that outside parties should respect Africa's leadership in regional affairs.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 23 September

China's Xi arrives in US for talks with Trump
China's leader Xi Jinping departed Beijing on Wednesday for Washington to meet with US President Donald Trump, with talks planned for Thursday addressing AI concerns and trade tensions. The visit includes a White House ceremony, state dinner, and concludes Friday with tea and a National Archives visit.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

China reports gradual resumption of cooperation with India
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said cooperation with India was "gradually resuming" during talks with India's National Security Advisor in Beijing, with both countries committed to maintaining peace in their shared Himalayan border region.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 18 July

US Secretary of State Rubio visits Southeast Asia for partnership talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is traveling to the Philippines to meet with Southeast Asian counterparts at an ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting in Manila. The trip aims to advance US priorities for a "free and open Indo-Pacific" amid tensions in the Middle East and US concerns about China's alleged election interference.
18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 18 June

China urges Iran, US to implement war-ending memorandum
China's foreign minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart that all sides must "genuinely implement" their commitments after Tehran and Washington reached a memorandum of understanding to end their war, and called for careful handling of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 17 June

China says next US-Iran talks phase will be harder
China's foreign minister told Pakistan that the second phase of US-Iran negotiations, which Pakistan has helped mediate and which are set to produce a memorandum of understanding on Friday, will be "more difficult" than the first stage. Wang Yi said the current consensus is a new starting point, not a final destination, and called for greater UN Security Council involvement and sustained efforts from all parties toward lasting Middle East peace.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 12 June

China calls for enhanced global dialogue to bridge geopolitical divides
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for enhanced mutual trust and deeper understanding through global dialogue to cross geopolitical divides, outlining a four-pronged strategy emphasizing mutual respect, equality, a people-oriented approach, and balancing traditional culture with modern innovation.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 10 June

China promotes Global Civilization Initiative at UN Nairobi event
China used the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations at UNON to rally support for its Global Civilization Initiative, with Chinese Ambassador Guo Haiyan calling for deeper exchanges among nations and civilizations to address geopolitical tensions. The event highlighted four proposals from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi: promoting mutual respect among civilizations, deepening people-centered exchanges, balancing cultural heritage with innovation, and strengthening mechanisms for dialogue and mutual learning.
10 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya and China promote dialogue among civilizations at UN event
Kenya, China and United Nations leaders called for greater dialogue among civilisations to promote peace, mutual understanding and sustainable development at the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations commemoration held at the United Nations Office at Nairobi. Chinese Ambassador Guo Haiyan highlighted China's commitment to the Global Civilization Initiative, which promotes mutual respect and people-centered exchanges.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 16 May

China, US agree to implement all existing trade agreements
China and the United States agreed to continue implementing all previously reached agreements and establish councils for trade and investment, according to Beijing's top diplomat, following a two-day summit in Beijing where Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump discussed trade and other issues dividing the world's two largest economies.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 14 May

Trump heads to Beijing summit, urges Xi to open China market
US President Donald Trump departed for Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying he would press Xi to "open up" China to American firms. The visit brings several top CEOs including Nvidia's Jensen Huang, Tesla's Elon Musk, and Apple's Tim Cook, though political frictions over Taiwan and the Iran war complicate the agenda.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 7 May

Chinese-owned oil tanker attacked near Strait of Hormuz
A Chinese-owned oil products tanker caught fire near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, marking the first attack on a Chinese tanker since an Iran conflict began on February 28. The Strait, through which 20% of the world's oil and gas supplies pass, has been at a virtual standstill since the conflict began.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 6 May

Trump threatens renewed Iran strikes to pressure peace talks
US President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with resumed bombing at increased intensity if it does not agree to a peace deal, after halting his "Project Freedom" campaign in the Strait of Hormuz with hopes for a breakthrough in negotiations.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US pauses Strait of Hormuz escorts to pursue Iran peace deal
President Trump announced the US will pause its operation escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a peace agreement with Iran. Secretary of State Rubio said the US has completed offensive operations against Iran while reserving the right to respond to further attacks on shipping.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 26 April

China and Myanmar pledge expanded trade, security ties
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing in Naypyidaw on Saturday, with both governments pledging to expand trade and security cooperation, particularly along their border. Wang said China will "firmly support" Myanmar in safeguarding sovereignty and security as part of strengthening traditional ties during Min Aung Hlaing's first year as president following his swearing-in this month.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →