China’s Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Middle Eastern countries to oppose external influence and consider reshaping the region's security order during his meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. The two leaders discussed the US-Israel war on Iran, advocating for diplomatic solutions. They also signed an agreement to launch the third phase of the Egyptian-Chinese industrial zone at the Suez Canal, further increasing Beijing's influence in this critical area.