Liu Pengyu & Iran

Liu Pengyu: Liu Pengyu, spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington DC, defends China's actions and its status as a developing country in response to David Malpass's criticisms.

Iran: Iran's war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are cited as major causes of the global supply crisis, impacting shipping and fertilizer availability.

Liu Pengyu: Liu Pengyu, a spokesperson for China's embassy in Washington, stated that the United States' use of sanctions undermines international trade and infringes upon the rights of Chinese companies.

Iran: The United States' sanctions on its oil customers and shipping network aim to further restrict Iran's primary source of revenue, exacerbating its economic challenges amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Liu Pengyu: Liu Pengyu is a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington and confirmed communication between China and the United States regarding Donald Trump's visit.

Iran: Iran is a primary party in the ongoing war and is being urged by China to engage in peace talks. The country is facing a U.S. naval blockade and is reliant on China as its biggest oil buyer.

Liu Pengyu: Liu Pengyu, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy, expressed Beijing's opposition to illicit unilateral sanctions and emphasized preventing a relapse in fighting in Iran.

Iran: Iran is at the center of a conflict with the United States, which has led to a naval blockade and soaring oil prices. China is its biggest oil buyer and a strategic ally, making its role in resolving the conflict crucial.

Liu Pengyu: Liu Pengyu, a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy, attributed global energy market shortages to the Middle East situation and called for an end to military operations.