China has emerged as one of the leading international actors advocating political solutions, fostering mutual understanding, and promoting dialogue in the Middle East amid escalating crises and the rapid transformations reshaping the international order, former Egyptian foreign minister Mohammed al-Orabi said.
"China's commitment to political dialogue has made it an increasingly influential force for regional stability," al-Orabi said. He noted that this approach contributes to containing crises, preventing the expansion of conflicts, and creating a more stable environment for regional cooperation.
He said Beijing is playing an increasingly important role in strengthening regional security and promoting international peace by building confidence among different parties, opening new avenues for cooperation, and contributing to the development of the global governance system in a manner that provides countries of the Global South with a more influential role in shaping international decision-making.
"China's diplomatic engagement has helped create space for dialogue even in the most difficult regional crises," he said.
Al-Orabi, who is now chairman of the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs, said that Chinese diplomacy has become an important pillar in conflict containment and the alleviation of humanitarian suffering by promoting dialogue, supporting mediation efforts, and encouraging political settlements rather than policies of escalation and confrontation. He said this approach helps create favorable conditions for ending conflicts, ensuring the delivery of humanitarian assistance, and addressing the root causes of crises, thereby enhancing prospects for sustainable peace while reinforcing security, stability, and development across the Middle East.
