Diplomatic efforts for dialogue urged by China to handle Iran's nuclear predicament, with economic sanctions on the horizon

In a significant development, China has expressed its desire to play a constructive role in resolving the ongoing issue surrounding the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal.

On Sunday, China's foreign vice-minister, Ma Zhaoxu, held a call with Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi. During the conversation, Ma Zhaoxu emphasised China's intention to actively promote peace and dialogue, and to uphold an objective and fair position.

The 2015 JCPOA is a nuclear deal between Iran and several world powers, including China, the United States, the European Union, Russia, and others. The agreement aims to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.

However, the details of Iran's proposal for the revival of the JCPOA, as well as the nature and current status of the sanctions imposed by the United States, were not specified in the reports.

The United States, under the administration of Donald Trump, withdrew from the JCPOA in 2018. Since then, efforts have been made by the remaining parties to revive the agreement, with official statements supporting diplomacy and compliance as of recent diplomatic discussions up to 2025.

The timeframe for the resumption of negotiations for the revival of the JCPOA is not specified in the reports. What is clear is that Iran has expressed a desire to revive the deal, and China, along with other global powers, has expressed hope for a resolution of the issue through political and diplomatic means.

The specific role of Donald Trump in relation to the revival of the JCPOA is not specified in the reports. The statement about Ma Zhaoxu's comments was issued by the Chinese foreign ministry.

As the international community continues to grapple with the complexities of the Iran nuclear issue, the potential revival of the JCPOA remains a significant step towards maintaining peace and stability in the region.