On March 3, the Chinese side called for the immediate cessation of military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran. It urged the protection of navigation security in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement was announced by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning . “Energy security is crucial to the global economy. We call on all parties to immediately cease hostilities to avoid escalation and to maintain the safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.” Furthermore, China condemned