Iran’s ambassador to China, Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, commended Beijing for its continued support during what he described as “difficult times” while stressing the growing strategic partnership between Tehran and Beijing during a press briefing in the Chinese capital.
In a video from 0:32 shared by DRM News, the envoy addressed concerns over maritime security in the Gulf region and Iran’s position toward countries it considers allies. He said, “We will never open fire on ships belonging to countries that are our friends and maintain deep strategic relations with us.”
The statement came shortly after Chinese authorities confirmed a tanker-related incident near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route that has repeatedly been at the center of regional tensions. The development has raised fresh concerns over the safety of commercial vessels operating in the area.
Rahmani Fazli emphasized that Iran’s policies are guided by its diplomatic and strategic ties with friendly nations. He noted that Tehran remains committed to protecting relations with countries that cooperate closely with the Islamic Republic, particularly China, which has become one of Iran’s key economic and political partners in recent years.
The ambassador also pointed to expanding cooperation between both countries across several sectors, including trade, energy, and regional security. His remarks reflected Tehran’s efforts to reassure allies and international partners amid growing concerns over instability in Middle Eastern waters and the impact such incidents could have on global shipping and energy markets….Read_More…