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China describes US unilateralism source of tension

14 June 2019 15:03 (UTC +04:00)

Chinese president Xi Jinping on Friday described the US unilateralism as source of tension in the world and the region, APA reports citing IRNA.

Xi Jinping made the remarks in a meeting with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the sidelines of 19th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. He referred to the US unilateralism, and said that Washington's withdrawal from the nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), was the major cause of escalation of tensions in the region.

Beijing will develop strategic relations with Iran, the Chinese president said. He noted that China is ready to cooperate with Iran in the regional and international communities to promote multilateralism and secure the interests of developing countries.

Beijing is ready for development of the cooperation with Iran in all fields, in particular fighting terrorism and organized crimes, Jinping added. He also welcomed Iran's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).