Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting, Fu Cong: Strait of Hormuz Blockade Will Be Important Issue If It Persists
Chinese Ambassador to the UN Fu Cong stated that if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked during US President Trump's visit to China (May 14-15), it will become a significant issue. He urged for the early reopening of the Strait, the maintenance of a ceasefire, and called on the international community to oppose a resurgence of conflict.
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(Central News Agency, Taipei, 2nd) US President Trump is expected to make a state visit to China from the 14th to the 15th. Reuters reported that Chinese Permanent Representative to the United Nations Fu Cong stated on the 1st that if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked when President Trump visits China, the issue of the Strait will become an important topic.
Reuters reported on the 2nd that Fu Cong told reporters at the United Nations that the Strait of Hormuz needs to be reopened as soon as possible, and China is very concerned about recent remarks that the ceasefire is only temporary and that a new round of attacks is needed.
Fu Cong stated that Iran needs to lift restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States needs to lift its naval blockade. The most urgent task at present is to maintain the ceasefire, and the ceasefire needs to be lasting, with both sides engaging in sincere negotiations.
Fu Cong also stated that the international community should mobilize and speak out against the resurgence of war.
When asked about Trump's visit to China this month, Fu Cong said, "If the Strait of Hormuz is still closed when President Trump visits China, this will be an important issue in the bilateral talks."
The report also stated that Fu Cong denied accusations by some US officials about military cooperation between China and Iran.
According to reports, China will serve as the rotating president of the UN Security Council in May. Fu Cong held a press conference at the United Nations on the 1st and stated that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will chair the UN Security Council meeting on the 26th. (Editors: Chen Kai-yu/Chou Hui-ying) 1150502
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(Central News Agency, Taipei, 2nd) US President Trump is expected to make a state visit to China from the 14th to the 15th. Reuters reported that Chinese Permanent Representative to the United Nations Fu Cong stated on the 1st that if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked when President Trump visits China, the issue of the Strait will become an important topic.
Reuters reported on the 2nd that Fu Cong told reporters at the United Nations that the Strait of Hormuz needs to be reopened as soon as possible, and China is very concerned about recent remarks that the ceasefire is only temporary and that a new round of attacks is needed.
Fu Cong stated that Iran needs to lift restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States needs to lift its naval blockade. The most urgent task at present is to maintain the ceasefire, and the ceasefire needs to be lasting, with both sides engaging in sincere negotiations.
Fu Cong also stated that the international community should mobilize and speak out against the resurgence of war.
When asked about Trump's visit to China this month, Fu Cong said, "If the Strait of Hormuz is still closed when President Trump visits China, this will be an important issue in the bilateral talks."
The report also stated that Fu Cong denied accusations by some US officials about military cooperation between China and Iran.
According to reports, China will serve as the rotating president of the UN Security Council in May. Fu Cong held a press conference at the United Nations on the 1st and stated that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will chair the UN Security Council meeting on the 26th. (Editors: Chen Kai-yu/Chou Hui-ying) 1150502
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