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China, Pakistan, Iran hold counter-terrorism talks in Beijing

TEHRAN, Jun 07 (MNA) – China, Pakistan and Iran held their first trilateral meeting on counter-terrorism in Beijing on Wednesday, the Chinese foreign ministry said in a statement.

China, Oman, Palestine diplomatic missions attacked in Sudan

TEHRAN, Jun 07 (MNA) – Rapid Support Forces attacked the embassies of China and Palestine and the house of the Omani ambassador in Khartoum, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry announced, calling on the international community to condemn the action.

Despite China warnings;

Taiwan, US to hold Monterey Talks in July

TEHRAN, Jun 07 (MNA) – Despite Beijing's repeated warnings, Taiwan and the US is scheduled to hold annual Monterey Talks in Washington, D.C. this July.

Landslide in China's Sichuan kills 14, leaves 5 missing

TEHRAN, June 4 (MNA) – A landslide in China's southwestern Sichuan province killed 14 people and left five missing, local media reported on Sunday.

China warns against 'NATO-like' bloc in Asia-Pacific

TEHRAN, June 4 (MNA) – China's Defense Minister Li Shangfu has warned against establishing "NATO-like" military alliances in the Asia-Pacific region, saying they would plunge the region into a "whirlpool" of conflict.

Chinese warship nearly hits US destroyer in Taiwan Strait

TEHRAN, Jun 03 (MNA) – A Chinese warship came within 150 yards of hitting American destroyer USS Chung-Hoon, during a rare joint Canada-US mission sailing through the Taiwan Strait.

China to launch new satellite mega-constellation

TEHRAN, Jun 03 (MNA) – China's space agency has announced that long March 8 rockets will launch new satellite mega-constellation.

China objects to NATO labeling it a "threat"

TEHRAN, Jun 03 (MNA) – China "strongly opposes" NATO repeatedly labeling it a threat, China's embassy to Norway said on Saturday, referring to remarks by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg during a recent visit to the Scandinavian country.

Under China auspices;

Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman to form joint naval force

TEHRAN, Jun 03 (MNA) – A Qatari website has reported that Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman are to form a joint naval force under China's auspices towards enhancing maritime security in the Persian Gulf.

China urges Kiev allies to stop sending weapons to end war

TEHRAN, Jun 02 (MNA) – Ukraine’s allies should stop sending weapons to Kyiv and move towards negotiations to bring lasting peace, China’s envoy for Eurasian affairs said.

Lavrov:

BRICS should seek responses to challenges amid West actions

TEHRAN, Jun 02 (MNA) – BRICS countries against the background of the West’s actions should seek joint responses to existing challenges, Russian Foreign Minister said at the BRICS foreign ministers meeting on Thursday.

China warns US against attempts to threaten its sovereignty

TEHRAN, May 31 (MNA) – China's foreign ministry spokeswoman reacted to reports of approaching a Chinese fighter jet to a US military plane last week, warning the US to stop provoking China.

Amid tensions;

China rejects US call for meeting between defense chiefs

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – China has rejected a request by the United States for a meeting between the two countries' defense chiefs, as tensions continue to rise between Beijing and Washington.

China to keep developing friendly coop. with Iran: diplomat

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – Tehran and Beijing are comprehensive strategic partners, China's Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs said, adding that China will continuously develop its friendly cooperation with Iran amid international and regional changes.

China launches Shenzhou 16 manned spacecraft

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – China launched the Shenzhou 16 manned spacecraft on Tuesday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Gansu Province in northwestern China.

China awarded 2025 World Taekwondo Championship

TEHRAN, May 28 (MNA) – Chinese Wuxi is set to mark the next edition of the World Taekwondo Championships, news outlets reported.

Chinese aircraft carriers pass through Taiwan Strait

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Three Chinese ships, including the Shandong aircraft carrier, passed through the Taiwan Strait and cruised along the west of its median line in a northbound direction on Saturday, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said.

China deplores latest US arms sales to Taiwan

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman has deplored the recent arms delivery from the US to Taiwan, describing it as a "wrong" and "dangerous" move.

4 killed in fireworks explosion in north China

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – At least four people were killed and two are missing after a fireworks explosion occurred in Dacheng County, north China's Hebei Province, on Friday, according to local authorities.

Chinese company to build road between Iran, Russia

TEHRAN, May 24 (MNA) – Shenzhen-listed Jilin Jinguan Electric Co Ltd signed a memorandum of understanding to build a road between Iran and Russia for the constructions of new energy facilities, it said on Wednesday.

Over 70% of Russia-China trade ties settled in Ruble, Yuan

TEHRAN, May 24 (MNA) – Amid the BRICS collective’s push to eliminate the reliance on the US dollar, Russian Finance Minister, Anton Siluanov, stated that more than 70% of trade between China and Russia is settled in their respective local currencies.

Iran-China energy agreements underway: economy minister

TEHRAN, May 23 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Ehsan Khandouzi on Tuesday said all agreements, including energy deals, made between Tehran and Beijing have got underway.

China warns UK of deteriorating ties after Sunak claims

TEHRAN, May 22 (MNA) – China has censured persisting efforts by London to slander Beijing and warned of deteriorating ties after British PM Rishi Sunak referred to China as "the biggest challenge" to global security during the G7 summit in Japan.

China summons Japanese ambassador over G7 statements

TEHRAN, May 22 (MNA) – The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Japanese ambassador to register protests over "hype around China-related issues" at the Group of Seven (G7) summit.

China tops list of importers of Iran mineral, mining products

TEHRAN, May 21 (MNA) – China has been the biggest destination for Iran’s exports of minerals and mining products in terms of value in recent years, according to the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization.

China expresses strong protest over G7 summit statement

TEHRAN, May 21 (MNA) – The Chinese Foreign Ministry voiced a strong protest on Saturday over the statements related to Beijing made by Group of Seven leaders at the summit in Japan.

Xi urges CA countries to jointly oppose color revolutions

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – China is calling on Central Asia to oppose external interference and attempts to instigate "color revolutions," Chinese leader Xi Jinping said on Friday.

Dozens missing after China fishing boat sinks in Indian Ocean

TEHRAN, May 17 (MNA) – A Chinese fishing boat has sunk in the Indian Ocean with all 39 of its Chinese and international crew missing, according to state media.

China slams Truss' visit to Taiwan as political show

TEHRAN, May 17 (MNA) – The Chinese Embassy in London on Tuesday opposed the visit of former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss to Taiwan and called it a "political show."