Iran-China Relations

China’s Oil Imports from Iran up 19.5%

Recent official figures show that China’s imports of crude oil from Iran jumped by 19.5 percent in May compared to the same period last year.

Chabahar a Vital 21st Century Port: Chinese Official

The Head of Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences on Wednesday cited Chabahar as a strategic region and vital port in the 21st century.

Iran Eyes Attracting 2.5 Million Chinese Tourists Annually

Iran has devised plans for a sixteen-fold rise in the number of tourists coming from China, Head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) Masoud Soltanifar said.

China Sets Sights on Buying 50% of Iran’s Oil Exports

Deputy Administrator of China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) Zhang Yuqing said the country's firms are ready to purchase 50% of Iran’s oil exports.

Iran says no place for China carmakers if local content not raised

Iran on Sunday raised the possibility to force the Chinese car manufacturers out of its auto market in the next Iranian calendar year (to begin 21 March 2016).

China among main importers of Iranian hand-woven carpets

Head of the Iran's National Carpet Center Hamid Kargar said here on Thursday that China is considered as the 10 main countries that import Iranian hand-woven carpets.

China-Iran Freight Train Arrives in Tehran on First Journey

The first direct train connecting China and Iran, which had departed from the city of Yiwu in Zhejiang Province, has arrived in Iran’s capital....

Muslim Chinese celebrate New Year in Iran

Muslim Chinese students of Al Mustafa International University in Gorgan, Golestan province, celebrated the Chinese New Year on Sunday.    

Supreme Leader: Iran gov’t, nation keen on enhanced ties with China

Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that Iranian government and nation have been seeking expansion of relations with independent and reliable states such as China.

President Xi’s visit to Iran historic event: Rouhani

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says Chinese President Xi Jinping's official visit to Iran marks a "historic" event in relations between Tehran and Beijing.

China’s leader seeks ‘new chapter’ in ties with Iran

Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first head of state visiting Iran since sanctions were lifted on Tehran, is poised to sign letters of intent with the Islamic Republic for a new chapter in strategic economic cooperation.

China’s leader seeks ‘new chapter’ in ties with Iran

Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first head of state visiting Iran since sanctions were lifted on Tehran, is poised to sign letters of intent with the Islamic Republic for a new chapter in strategic economic cooperation.

Chinese President Starts Official Visit to Tehran

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Tehran Friday night for a state visit to Iran aimed at further boosting the traditional friendship and economic engagement between the two countries.

Iran been patient so far vis-à-vis negative Saudi acts: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic has so far exercised patience with regard to negative measures adopted by Saudi Arabia as Riyadh steps up its hostile policies against Tehran.

Opposition groups must contribute to peace in Syria: Iran FM

He said the opposition group in Syria should have no link with terrorist groups, including al-Qaeda, Daesh, al-Nusra Front and Ahrar al-Sham.

Iran, China urge enhanced cooperation for global peace

The armed forces of Iran and China should work toward strengthening cooperation in all areas of common interest, the Iranian Air Force commander told his Chinese counterpart.

US influence in Middle East must be blocked: Iranian defense minster

Iran’s defense minister has praised the "iron resolve” of the Yemeni people who have been resisting Saudi attacks, and lauded Russia’s efforts in battling terrorist groups in Syria.

No third country can influence Iran-China ties: President Rouhani

Iran and China have consolidated their cooperation at the highest level, the Chinese president said at a meeting with President Rouhani.

Iran views China as strategic partner: FM Zarif

Iran has always deemed China as a strategic partner and bilateral relations will improve following the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Zarif told the Chinese premier.

Zarif urges anti-JCPOA group to respect int’l will

Some in the US and in the region, including the Zionist regime, build on tensions to pursue their interests, Zarif said.

Zarif hopes China plays constructive role in JCPOA implementation

As the implementation of the nuclear deal is around the corner, it is necessary to hold talks with China on how to use the new situation to boost joint economic activities, said Zarif.

Iran foreign minister to travel to China for major visit

Beijing hopes to have an exchange of views with Tehran on deepening China-Iran relations, said the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman.

Iran, China, US likely to cooperate on Arak heavy water reactor: Rouhani

President Rouhani said in a press conference that modernization of Arak heavy water reactor as agreed upon in JCPOA will be done by China and another P5+1 member states.

Iran, China discuss construction of nuclear plants

During the meeting, the two sides stressed the implementation and execution of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reached between Iran and the P5+1.

Iran negotiating with China on construction of small reactors: Spokesman

Talks are underway between Iran and China on building ACP100 small reactors, said Kamalvandi.

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