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“Major countries should have special responsibilities for safeguarding international peace and security, and they should take the lead in complying with the rules, upholding rule of law, and doing what’s right,” Mr. Han said.

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“China holds that the sovereignty and security of countries in the Middle East, including the Gulf, should be respected.”

4 of 6 outletsfirst reported 26 Sepwording from The Hindu

Mr. Trump warned Mr. Xi against providing support to Iran during the Washington talks and received assurances that China would not do so, the U.S. ambassador to China said on Friday (September 25, 2026).

4 of 6 outletsfirst reported 26 Sepwording from The Hindu

Cuba’s electrical grid suffered a total collapse earlier this month, plunging the nation into darkness and leaving millions without power as the U.S. presses its blockade.

4 of 6 outletsfirst reported 26 Sepwording from The Hindu

Mr. Han also used the speech to portray China as a reliable partner on the global stage and a steadfast defender of developing nations.

4 of 6 outletsfirst reported 26 Sepwording from The Hindu

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The Hindu26 Sep

During the UN General Assembly on September 26, 2026, China’s Vice-President Han Zheng criticized the United States for its actions against Iran and Cuba. Without naming the U.S., Han called for respect of sovereignty in the Gulf region and urged a “relevant country” to stop threatening Cuba and lift economic sanctions. This stance contrasts with recent friendly interactions between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and…

China pushes back against U.S. on Iran and Cuba in UN speech →
CBC26 Sep

During its speech at the UN General Assembly, China criticized the United States for threatening Iran's sovereignty and maintaining a blockade against Cuba. Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng called on "relevant countries" to respect Middle Eastern nations' sovereignty and end threats toward Cuba while lifting economic sanctions. This stance contrasts with the recent friendly interactions between U.S. President Donald…

China pushes back against U.S. on Iran, Cuba in UN speech →
Toronto Star26 Sep

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng delivered China's address to the UN General Assembly on Saturday, emphasizing development and cooperation while making mild statements regarding US-Iran tensions and avoiding direct mention of Taiwan—a departure from previous speeches. Han highlighted China’s economic success and social stability, criticized protectionism, and reiterated support for multilateralism and the Belt and…

China, as usual, uses UN speech to promote global development as solution to world's challenges →
Times of India26 Sep

During his speech at the UN General Assembly, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng urged the United States to respect the sovereignty of Iran and Cuba without naming the US directly. He criticized American actions in the Middle East while advocating for an end to threats against Cuba and the lifting of sanctions on the island nation. This came after recent tensions over reports that China was supplying arms and helping…

'Stop using threats': China takes veiled shot at US over Cuba & Iran in UN speech →
The Straits Times26 Sep

At the UN General Assembly on September 26, China’s Vice-President Han Zheng criticized the United States for its actions regarding Iran and Cuba without naming the U.S. directly. He called for respect of sovereignty in the Middle East and urged a “relevant country” to cease threatening Cuba and lift economic sanctions against it. This speech came shortly after President Trump hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the…

China pushes back against US on Iran and Cuba in UN speech →
South China Morning Post30 Sep

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng addressed the United Nations General Assembly, calling on major countries to respect the sovereignty and security of Middle Eastern nations and advocating for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This statement was seen as an indirect criticism of both the United States and Israel. The article discusses how these remarks are part of broader geopolitical tensions…

From Taiwan to Takaichi, the geopolitical fallout from Xi-Trump summit →

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  1. 26 Sep

    “Major countries should have special responsibilities for safeguarding international peace and security, and they should take the lead in complying with the rules, upholding rule of law, and doing what’s right,” Mr. Han said.

    4 outlets · The Hindu

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  • 30 Sep From Taiwan to Takaichi, the geopolitical fallout from Xi-Trump summitChinese Vice President Han Zheng addressed the United Nations General Assembly, calling on major countries to respect the sovereignty and security of Middle Eastern nations and advocating for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This statement was seen as an indirect criticism of both the United States and Israel. The article discusses how these remarks are part of broader geopolitical tensions…South China Morning Post
  • 26 Sep China pushes back against US on Iran and Cuba in UN speechAt the UN General Assembly on September 26, China’s Vice-President Han Zheng criticized the United States for its actions regarding Iran and Cuba without naming the U.S. directly. He called for respect of sovereignty in the Middle East and urged a “relevant country” to cease threatening Cuba and lift economic sanctions against it. This speech came shortly after President Trump hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the…The Straits Times
  • 26 Sep 'Stop using threats': China takes veiled shot at US over Cuba & Iran in UN speechDuring his speech at the UN General Assembly, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng urged the United States to respect the sovereignty of Iran and Cuba without naming the US directly. He criticized American actions in the Middle East while advocating for an end to threats against Cuba and the lifting of sanctions on the island nation. This came after recent tensions over reports that China was supplying arms and helping…Times of India
  • 26 Sep China, as usual, uses UN speech to promote global development as solution to world's challengesChinese Vice President Han Zheng delivered China's address to the UN General Assembly on Saturday, emphasizing development and cooperation while making mild statements regarding US-Iran tensions and avoiding direct mention of Taiwan—a departure from previous speeches. Han highlighted China’s economic success and social stability, criticized protectionism, and reiterated support for multilateralism and the Belt and…Toronto Star
  • 26 Sep China pushes back against U.S. on Iran, Cuba in UN speechDuring its speech at the UN General Assembly, China criticized the United States for threatening Iran's sovereignty and maintaining a blockade against Cuba. Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng called on "relevant countries" to respect Middle Eastern nations' sovereignty and end threats toward Cuba while lifting economic sanctions. This stance contrasts with the recent friendly interactions between U.S. President Donald…CBC
  • 26 Sep China pushes back against U.S. on Iran and Cuba in UN speechDuring the UN General Assembly on September 26, 2026, China’s Vice-President Han Zheng criticized the United States for its actions against Iran and Cuba. Without naming the U.S., Han called for respect of sovereignty in the Gulf region and urged a “relevant country” to stop threatening Cuba and lift economic sanctions. This stance contrasts with recent friendly interactions between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and…The Hindu

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