China and Pakistan Unveil Five-Point Peace Plan to End Middle East War

China and Pakistan launched a five-point peace initiative.

“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”

Al Jazeera

The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Al Jazeera

The initiative was announced after Pakistani Foreign Minister met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

The plan calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities.

It demands protection for civilian and non-military infrastructure.

Anadolu Ajansı

The plan calls for safeguarding shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

China will not take on a leading role but supports Pakistan's mediation.

“- Published As the war in the Middle East enters its second month, choking the world's energy supply and sending oil prices soaring, China is trying to step in as a peacemaker”

BBC

The initiative asserts dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable option.

Beijing's official response has so far been quite muted.

Dar came to Beijing after meeting foreign ministers from Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

China and Pakistan called on the parties to stop attacks on energy and power facilities.

Daily Sabah