Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi stated during their meeting in Beijing that "the Middle East is not a battleground for major powers and should not fall victim to geopolitical rivalries or conflicts involving nations outside the region." The two also addressed the situation in Syria, emphasizing that "efforts must focus on reconciliation and combating terrorism." A statement from Beijing's Foreign Ministry noted that the two officials also discussed Iran's nuclear program, adding that "Beijing supports Tehran's right to defend its interests."