China

China respects Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy use

The Chinese official said that Beijing seeks a political and diplomatic resolution to the Iranian nuclear issue.

Tehran and Beijing stress expansion of technological cooperation

Minister of Communications and Information Technology Sattar Hashemi and his Chinese counterpart Li Lecheng emphasized enhanced cooperation in ICT.

Minister underlines the development of scientific cooperation between Iran and China

Science minister emphasized promoting cooperation between Iran and China in the field of science.

Iran and China eye closer cooperation in IT, digital economy, and AI

Ambassador Cong highlighted the importance of cooperation in cutting-edge technologies such as AI, describing it as key to the future of Tehran-Beijing relations.

Iran keeps its strategic allies informed about negotiations with the U.S.: Top security official

Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali-Akbar Ahmadian said that Iran has clear principles and positions in indirect negotiations with the United States and always keeps its strategic allies informed of these negotiations."

Chinese president offers condolences to Iran on deadly port explosion

In his message on Tuesday, President Xi said he was shocked by the heavy death toll and damage caused by the explosion. 

22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in northern China

The blaze erupted shortly after noon on Tuesday, with images from the scene showing flames shooting from windows and doors.

Araqchi briefs Chinese vice premier on indirect Iran-U.S. talks

Araqchi said that despite the “bitter experiences” of the past, the Islamic Republic has once again taken the path of diplomacy with “good faith and seriousness.”

Iran-China strategic document plays key role in boosting mutual ties: Judiciary chief

Iran's Judiciary chief emphasized Iran's strong commitment to upholding global and regional stability while rejecting unilateral actions and terrorism.

Araqchi says he is carrying a message from President Pezeshkian to Chinese leaders

Araqchi appreciated Beijing’s long-standing positions in support of Iran’s civilian nuclear program and said that he was carrying a message from President Pezeshkian to Chinese leaders.

China hails Tehran-Beijing relations ahead of Araqchi's visit

The spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry praised the diplomatic relationship between Tehran and Beijing.

Iran to pursue lifting of unilateral sanctions and prisoner exchange at SCO judicial summit

Gharibabadi said that Iran will prioritize addressing unjust sanctions imposed on several SCO member states while also advocating for prisoner extradition among member states.

Chief justices of Iran, Kazakhstan call for enhanced judicial cooperation

The Iranian and Kazakh judiciary chiefs called for boosting bilateral relations in all fields, including in judicial arena.

Judiciary chief slams West’s double standards on terrorism and human rights

Mohseni-Ejei said the world countries must stand against the Western approach and dictate on issues like terrorism and human rights.

Judiciary chief arrives in China

Mohseni-Ejei, leading a high-ranking judicial delegation, arrived in the southern Chinese city of Hangzhou on Monday.

China hails growing ties with Iran ahead of Araqchi's visit to Beijing

Tehran and Beijing has significantly deepened the strategic partnership, including through joint infrastructure projects and enhanced trade relations.

Iran ready to expand trilateral talks with Russia and China: Araqchi

Araqchi said Tehran has deepened its relations with Moscow and Beijing in recent years.

Judiciary chief will attend SCO forum meeting in China

Mohseni-Ejei, leading a high-ranking judicial delegation, is set to depart for the southern Chinese city of Hangzhou on Monday.

Araqchi will visit Beijing ‘within the next few days’

Foreign Minister Araqchi announced that he would travel to Beijing in a few days.

China hits back at Trump’s tariffs by raising its levies on U.S. goods to 125%

The move came after Trump administration officials confirmed that the total U.S. tariff rate on Chinese imports now stood at 145%.

China says it's open to talks with the U.S. as trade war escalates

The Commerce Ministry said pressure, threats and blackmail were not the right way to deal with Beijing, emphasizing a fair dialogue with Washington to resolve trade tensions.

Trump hikes China tariffs to 125% but pauses or lowers rates for others

The U.S. president announced the increase in tariffs on China on Wednesday, accusing the country of showing disrespect for the world's markets.

China slaps retaliatory tariffs of 84% on U.S. goods

China has countered U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff policies by raising its levies on U.S. imports to over 80%.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister calls meeting with China and Russia constructive

Iran, China, and Russia held a tripartite talk in Moscow on issues related to the Iranian nuclear program.

Trump threatens to impose yet more tariffs on China

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will impose an additional 50% tariff on China if Beijing does not withdraw its retaliatory tariffs on the United States.

Iran, Russia, China will hold talks on the nuclear issue in Moscow: Envoy

Iran’s Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali says a trilateral meeting between Iran, Russia, and China on the nuclear issue will take place in Moscow on Tuesday.

News analysis

How Trump’s tariffs will affect the U.S. economy — and America’s global dominance

Aggressive tariffs announced by the U.S. president will likely impact American families in myriad ways, and will shrink America’s global dominance.

China will impose an additional 34% tariff on imports of all U.S. products

In response to U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, Beijing will impose an additional 34% tariff on all U.S. imports starting April 10.

The U.S. blacklists dozens of Chinese entities over "security concern"

The U.S. imposes sanctions on some 80 Chinese entities and companies as Washington’s anxiety over China’s tech rises.

China’s proposals on the Iranian nuclear issue become official U.N. document

Beijing wants all parties to remain committed to the framework of the Iran nuclear deal, work toward the same direction, and resume dialogue as early as possible.