Xi Jinping urges U.S. and Iran to resume negotiations during state visit

Xi Jinping state visit US-China trade pause Iran nuclear negotiations Strait of Hormuz dual-use components

Chinese President Xi Jinping is conducting a state visit to the United States, where he met with President Donald Trump. During their discussions, Xi urged the United States and Iran to return to negotiations to resolve their conflicts and reach a comprehensive agreement, including on the nuclear issue. He specifically called for both nations to adhere to the memorandum of understanding reached in June.

Relations between the U.S. and China saw a temporary trade pause extended for two months, until January 10. While the meeting was described by Trump as a 'fantastic discussion,' reports from the Wall Street Journal indicate ongoing tensions regarding China's relationship with Iran. The report claims that approximately 1,300 shipments of dual-use components from China reached Iran by the end of June, which could be used in the production of missiles and drones.

Separately, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the UN, stating that Iran will not bow to American pressure. He continues to demand the lifting of U.S. sanctions and the removal of the American blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

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China · Donald Trump · Iran · Masoud Pezeshkian · United States · Xi Jinping

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[○ 1 SOURCE] President Masoud Pezeshkian stated at the UN that Iran will never bow to American pressure. www.dbsuriname.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Xi Jinping urged both nations to revive negotiations to end the conflict as soon as possible. sarabic.ae
[○ 1 SOURCE] Xi Jinping called for the United States and Iran to adhere to the memorandum of understanding reached in June.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Donald Trump described his meeting with Xi Jinping as a 'fantastic discussion'.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The United States and China extended their temporary trade pause for two months, until January 10. www.dbsuriname.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Donald Trump personally welcomed Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews. www.dbsuriname.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Xi Jinping expressed hope that the United States and Iran would return to dialogue to reach a comprehensive agreement, including on the nuclear issue. sarabic.ae
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 1,300 shipments of dual-use components from China arrived in Iran by the end of June this year. www.alaraby.co.uk