Israel-Iran war LIVEAt the same time, it was made clear that preparations were in full swing to ensure Mr. Trump’s upcoming visit to Beijing would be successful. Mr. Wang took questions on issues China sees as its diplomatic priorities, including relations with the U.S., Russia, India and Japan – the only countries that received specific mention. Mr. Xi is expected to visit India this year for the BRICS Summit, and Mr. Modi is likely to head to China when it is its turn to host next year. “This is a war that should not have happened,” Mr. Wang said, repeating China’s “calls for an immediate stop to military operations”. Economic concerns also underpin Beijing’s interest in ensuring economic relations with the U.S. remain on an even keel.

Source: The Hindu March 09, 2026 01:59 UTC