China's ambassador to Iran stated that Beijing has used its veto power twice to block a draft UN Security Council resolution on the Strait of Hormuz. The ambassador said China rarely exercises the veto, and when it does, it is a very serious decision, according to reports from Iran.
China's ambassador to Iran confirmed that Beijing has vetoed a draft UN Security Council resolution on the Strait of Hormuz twice, according to a report published by Iranian media. The ambassador stated that China rarely uses its veto power, but when it does, it is a 'very serious decision.' The Strait of Hormuz has been a key point of tension, with Iran announcing plans to charge vessels for transit, as The Zioneer reported on July 5. China's position on the strait has been closely watched, as a permanent member of the Security Council, its veto effectively blocks any resolution that could impose new measures on Iran. The specific timing of the vetoes and the exact text of the resolution were not disclosed in the report. The Zioneer has not independently verified the report.
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