Accra, April 3, – The governments of China and Pakistan have unveiled a five-point initiative aimed at de-escalating tensions and restoring peace in the Gulf and Middle East amid worsening insecurity and a growing humanitarian crisis.
The proposal was initialled by China’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Wang Yi, and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, following a meeting in Beijing.
A statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Affairs Ministry said the initiative prioritised dialogue, diplomacy and restraint, urging all parties to commit to peaceful resolution of disputes and refrain from the use or threat of force during negotiations.
The plan calls for:
- Immediate peace talks among all parties
- Strict adherence to international humanitarian law (IHL)
- Protection of critical infrastructure, including energy and nuclear facilities
- Safeguarding maritime security, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz
- Respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and national independence
The initiative comes against the backdrop of escalating hostilities in the region, with the United Nations warning that the world risks a broader conflict with far-reaching global consequences.
Recent fighting, marked by missile exchanges and retaliatory attacks, has led to significant civilian casualties and widespread destruction of infrastructure, including airports, oil installations and residential areas.
China and Pakistan also urged parties to ensure the safe passage of commercial and civilian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy corridor, and to restore normal shipping operations.
They further stressed the need to uphold the principles of the UN Charter, advocating strengthened multilateral cooperation to achieve a comprehensive and lasting peace framework.
Meanwhile, the Food and Agriculture Organization has warned that the conflict is already impacting global markets, with food prices rising to their highest level since September last year, driven partly by increased energy costs.
The Amnesty International has also called on all sides to protect civilians and avoid unlawful attacks, including deliberate or indiscriminate strikes on civilian infrastructure.
With military operations now spanning more than 10 countries, analysts warn that without urgent diplomatic intervention, the conflict could further destabilise the global economy and security landscape.
GHBUSS
3 April 2026
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