On November 29, local time, China's first minister Wang Yi met with the foreign ministers of many countries and the secretary-general of the Arab League at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The meeting was held to commemorate the Day of Solidarity with the Palestinians and to call for a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire. Foreign Minister Wang Yi made it clear that China has a firm position, is willing to cooperate with other countries, and listens to the voices of Arab and Islamic countries. He also reiterated China's expectation that the fighting would not be rekindled, that humanitarian supplies must enter Gaza without hindrance, and that the two-state solution be reactivated.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the meeting and once again stated China's position. However, the United States seems noncommittal at the moment, and it is unclear whether Israel will take drastic action. Faced with this situation, Netanyahu may choose to exercise restraint for the time being, otherwise it will bring even greater disaster to Gaza. Gaza is already suffering, and a return to conflict will only exacerbate the predicament.
The meeting highlighted China's positive stance on the Middle East issue and made clear demands for a ceasefire. At the same time, the response of the United States and Israel became the focus of attention. At this critical juncture, the actions of the parties will determine the course of the situation in the future.