China's Xi urges BRICS nations to work towards peace in the Middle East
China, Iran's biggest trading partner and a key customer of Tehran's energy exports, is willing to work with BRICS towards peace in the region, Xi said.
TL;DR
- Xi Jinping called for BRICS to work towards a peaceful resolution of the Middle East conflict.
- He stressed the importance of a political solution and a comprehensive ceasefire.
- Xi highlighted the Palestinian question as core to the Middle East issue and the need for a two-state solution.
- China is willing to cooperate with BRICS members to achieve peace in the region.
- BRICS originally comprised Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, and later expanded.
- The US has imposed sanctions on Iran, which could impact China.
- China's stockpiling and reduced oil purchases have helped stabilize energy prices.