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China's Xi Jinping warned against a 'world's retrogression to the law of the jungle' during a meeting with Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, as both countries pledged to uphold multilateralism. Spain's Sánchez backed Beijing's role in the Middle East and said China could help de-escalate Iran tensions. The Spanish PM's visit comes amid reports that his wife has been charged with corruption.
China criticized the US blockade of Iranian ports as 'dangerous and irresponsible,' warning it risks escalating regional tensions. The United Nations separately urged safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
China Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan pleaded guilty to fraud.
Vietnam's top leader To Lam arrived in Beijing for a state visit and toured the Xiong'an New Area, a model for smart urban development.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited China for talks expected to focus on Ukraine and Middle East tensions. The Kremlin also announced President Putin's upcoming visit to China.
by WorldBrief & Maksim Micheliov | AI-generated summary