Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian confirmed on Tuesday that representatives of the Hamas terrorist group and the Fatah movement recently met in Beijing to maintain an in-depth and sincere dialogue on Palestinian reconciliation. Both sides expressed their political will to achieve reconciliation through dialogue and consultations, and explored specific issues. The negotiations resulted in positive progress and an agreement to continue the dialogue process with the aim of realizing the unity of the Palestinian people as quickly as possible.
China showed interest in mediating the conflict in Gaza and supports the creation of an independent Palestinian state. This meeting follows a previous one in Moscow in March, where both factions agreed to continue their dialogue to achieve national unity within the framework of the Palestine Liberation Organization. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas recently changed the government of the Palestinian National Authority as part of efforts to reform it and establish control in Gaza after the conflict ends.
China has previously acted as a mediator in conflicts in the region, such as facilitating an agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia to restore diplomatic relations. Hamas and Fatah have been divided since 2007 when Hamas expelled Fatah from Gaza after winning elections there. Fatah currently administers the West Bank. This ongoing mediation effort by China reflects a broader diplomatic push to support Palestinian unity and reconciliation.
Arab media reported that China had invited Hamas and Fatah representatives for talks on Sunday, noting that China had shown interest in mediating conflicts in Palestine since 2018. The Chinese government has expressed support for a two-state solution that would see Israel share its land with a sovereign Palestinian state.
The meeting was seen by many analysts as significant because it marks a rare occasion when representatives from two rival groups came together to discuss peace negotiations. Both sides welcomed China’s support for their cause, with Hamas thanking Beijing for its efforts to promote peace talks.
The outcome of this meeting is unclear, but experts believe that any progress made could pave the way for further talks between Israel and Palestine.
Overall, this event highlights China’s growing role as a global player seeking to resolve conflicts between nations around