Beijing, March 17 -- Spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, Lin Jian called for all parties in the Middle East to exercise restraint.

Lin said that the recent tense situation in the Strait of Hormuz is causing disruptions in the world trade.

Calling for peace and stability, Jian, in a post on X said on Tuesday, "The recent tense situation in the Strait of Hormuz and waters nearby has impacted the route for international goods and energy trade, disrupting peace and stability in the region and beyond. China once again calls on parties to immediately stop military operations, avoid further escalation of the tense situation and prevent regional turmoil from further impacting the global economy."

Meanwhile, as the world grapp...