China's diplomatic approach in Middle East advances regional interests despite limited peace outcomes

China has been actively engaging in diplomatic activities across the Middle East and North Africa, aiming to further its regional interests, even though true peace is still out of reach. Over the past decade, amidst the chaos in Syria, Libya, and Palestine, China has consistently advocated for ceasefires followed by negotiations, leveraging both global forums and its own mediation efforts. This approach differentiates China from the United States in the realm of regional diplomacy. On April 14, President Xi Jinping met with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, emphasizing China’s ongoing diplomatic commitment in the region.