
China and Pakistan Unveil Five-Point Iran Peace Plan Including Hormuz Opening
Key Takeaways
- China and Pakistan propose a five-point peace plan to end the Iran war.
- The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire and opening the Strait of Hormuz.
- UN-backed negotiations to restore stability and protect civilians are proposed.
Five-Point Peace Plan
China and Pakistan jointly unveiled a five-point initiative to restore peace.
“Islamabad, Pakistan – When Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Monday that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar would travel to Beijing the following day, it reached for familiar language, highlighting the longstanding ties between the two nations”
The plan calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the start of peace talks.

Protection of civilians and non-military infrastructure, securing shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, and a UN-based peace framework were also included.
Immediate Ceasefire and Talks
The initiative demands an immediate cessation of hostilities.
Humanitarian aid must be allowed to enter affected areas.

Peace talks should start as soon as possible, guaranteeing Iran's sovereignty and Gulf states' unity.
Protection of Civilians and Hormuz
The plan calls for strict adherence to international humanitarian law.
“China, Pakistan seek 'early' Hormuz passage, propose Mideast peace plan Both countries urge protection of ships and crews stranded in Strait of Hormuz KARACHI, Pakistan China and Pakistan on Tuesday announced a five-point initiative, including ensuring early passage through the Strait of Hormuz, to restore "peace and stability" in the Middle East as the regional conflict intensifies”
It warns against attacks on vital infrastructure.
It highlights the importance of securing maritime routes including the Strait of Hormuz.
Global Reactions
Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the US and Iran.
It was unclear if the initiative had Washington or Tehran's endorsement.

Iran firmly rejected claims that Pakistan was acting as a mediator.
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