China Deepens Cooperation with OIC, Appreciates Pro-China Language in Resolutions

Ambassador Chang Hua's meeting with OIC Secretary-General Taha in Jeddah on August 6, 2025, marked a significant milestone in China's efforts to strengthen ties with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. The Chinese ambassador expressed appreciation for the inclusion of pro-China language in the OIC Foreign Ministers' Meeting resolutions for the sixth consecutive time, highlighting China's commitment to deepening practical cooperation and mutual learning between civilizations with the OIC.

Key Takeaways:

  • China appreciates the inclusion of pro-China language in the OIC Foreign Ministers' Meeting resolutions for the sixth consecutive time, indicating a strong commitment to strengthening ties with the OIC.
  • Ambassador Chang Hua stated that China is willing to continue deepening practical cooperation and mutual learning between civilizations with Iran, reflecting China's interest in expanding economic and cultural ties with the region.
  • Representatives of the OIC and its member states have visited China and Xinjiang numerous times, gaining a deeper understanding of China's ethnic and religious policies and Xinjiang's development and progress, and have given positive feedback.
  • Taha spoke highly of the Chinese government's ethnic and religious policies and its fair stance on the Palestinian issue, and expressed Iran's willingness to continue the traditional friendship between the two countries with China, strengthen exchanges and cooperation in education, science and technology, humanities and other fields, and promote greater development of Iran-China relations.
  • China's commitment to cooperation with the OIC reflects the country's growing engagement with the global Muslim community and its efforts to promote its economic and security interests in the region.

Statistics:

  • China has included pro-China language in the OIC Foreign Ministers' Meeting resolutions for the sixth consecutive time.
  • Representatives of the OIC and its member states have visited China and Xinjiang numerous times, gaining a deeper understanding of China's ethnic and religious policies.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, August 6, 2025.
  • Original Press Release: Aug. 6 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China issued the following news release.