Jinping warned against selective use of global rules, saying it risks pushing the world towards “law of the jungle” politics. He called for strengthening the authority of the United Nations, defending international law, and ensuring that global norms under the UN Charter guide actions in the region.
Amid rising tensions in West Asia and growing fears of a wider regional spillover, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday held a high-level meeting in Beijing with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and put forth a four-point proposal to restore stability in the region. The talks come at a time when geopolitical fault lines across the Middle East are deepening, prompting major powers to step up diplomatic outreach.
The meeting, held during Al Nahyan’s official visit to Beijing from April 12 to 14 at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, focused heavily on de-escalation and long-term regional security.
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President Xi Jinping met with HH Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, the UAE.
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To cement and elevate China-UAE relations is the firm commitment of both sides and meets the aspiration of both peoples. China stands ready to work with the UAE… pic.twitter.com/xPICNOrFdP
— Mao Ning 毛宁 (@SpoxCHN_MaoNing) April 14, 2026
Adhere to the principle of peaceful coexistence: Jinping stressed that Middle Eastern nations, especially Gulf countries, are bound by geography and shared interests, making conflict an unsustainable path. He called for stronger regional cooperation and better inter-state relations, pushing for a “shared, integrated and sustainable” security framework. The idea is to move beyond rivalries and build a system where countries work together rather than against each other.
Adhere to the principle of state sovereignty: Highlighting sovereignty as non-negotiable, Jinping said every country’s borders, security, and governance must be respected. He emphasised that stability in the region depends on protecting not just states but also citizens, infrastructure, and institutions through concrete steps.
Adhere to the principle of international rule of law: Jinping warned against selective use of global rules, saying it risks pushing the world towards “law of the jungle” politics. He called for strengthening the authority of the United Nations, defending international law, and ensuring that global norms under the UN Charter guide actions in the region.
Adhere to the principle of balancing development and security: Calling security and development interdependent, Jinping said security is a prerequisite for development, and development is a guarantee for security. He proposed creating conditions that support development across the Middle East, while also offering China’s modernization experience as a model. The aim, he said, is to build a stable environment where both security and economic progress reinforce each other.
طرح شي جينبينغ رؤية ذات أربع نقاط بشأن صون وتعزيز السلام والاستقرار في الشرق الأوسط:
أولا، التمسك بمبدأ التعايش السلمي. إن دول الشرق الأوسط بما فيها دول الخليج جيران يعتمد بعضهم على البعض ولا يمكن نقلهم جغرافيا. من الضروري دعم دول الشرق الأوسط بما فيها دول الخليج لتحسين… pic.twitter.com/6JOcXgCKWL
— Mao Ning 毛宁 (@SpoxCHN_MaoNing) April 14, 2026
The visit by the UAE Crown Prince signals deepening China-Gulf engagement, with Beijing positioning itself as a key diplomatic player as tensions continue to simmer across West Asia.
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