Abstract
In parallel with its growing economic power and diplomatic influence in the international system, China has increasingly adopted a more active role as a mediator in the Middle East. China’s mediation in the diplomatic normalization process between Saudi Arabia and Iran in particular has marked the emergence of a new phase in regional power dynamics. Unlike traditional Western mediation models, Beijing has focused on conflict resolution by adopting a neutral approach and prioritizing economic cooperation. In addition, China’s position on the Israeli-Palestinian issue highlights its effort to balance between political neutrality and economic interests. This article examines China’s peace initiatives in the Middle East through historical and contemporary examples. The Saudi-Iran agreement demonstrates China’s strategic approach within the frameworks of international law and diplomacy, while the Israeli-Palestinian issue questions Beijing’s capacity to maintain neutrality within the region’s complex network of relationships. The article explores the long-term contributions of China’s efforts to regional stability and peace processes and addresses the question of how China’s emerging role as a mediator may reshape traditional power dynamics in the Middle East.
Keywords
China Middle East Mediation Saudi-Iran relations foreign policy Israeli- Palestinian conflict
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Abstract
In parallel with its growing economic power and diplomatic influence in the international system, China has increasingly adopted a more active role as a mediator in the Middle East. China’s mediation in the diplomatic normalization process between Saudi Arabia and Iran in particular has marked the emergence of a new phase in regional power dynamics. Unlike traditional Western mediation models, Beijing has focused on conflict resolution by adopting a neutral approach and prioritizing economic cooperation. In addition, China’s position on the Israeli-Palestinian issue highlights its effort to balance between political neutrality and economic interests. This article examines China’s peace initiatives in the Middle East through historical and contemporary examples. The Saudi-Iran agreement demonstrates China’s strategic approach within the frameworks of international law and diplomacy, while the Israeli-Palestinian issue questions Beijing’s capacity to maintain neutrality within the region’s complex network of relationships. The article explores the long-term contributions of China’s efforts to regional stability and peace processes and addresses the question of how China’s emerging role as a mediator may reshape traditional power dynamics in the Middle East.
Keywords
China Middle East Mediation Saudi-Iran relations foreign policy Israeli- Palestinian conflict
References
- References are indicated in the article.
Details
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Middle East Studies |
| Journal Section | Articles |
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| Publication Date | July 26, 2025 |
| Submission Date | May 4, 2025 |
| Acceptance Date | June 26, 2025 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2025 Volume: 30 Issue: 1 |
