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Xi reiterates call for open Strait of Hormuz

Chinese President Xi Jinping calls on Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, saying it aligns with regional and international interests.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has publicly reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz should remain open for normal passage, stating this aligns with the common interest of countries in the region and the international community. His comments come amid a U.S.-led naval blockade of Iranian ports and a closure of the strait by Tehran. Beijing's position emphasizes the critical importance of the waterway for global energy supplies and commerce. The statement adds diplomatic weight to international calls for de-escalation in the Persian Gulf.
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