Global Times: What insights do the two ancient sayings quoted by FM Wang Yi offer?

BEIJING, March 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The world is far from peaceful. The international order after World War II has reached a crucial juncture. How will China contribute its wisdom? Today, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, answered questions of journalists from home and abroad on China’s foreign policy and external relations at a press conference. When responding to questions about the situation in Iran, Wang Yi quoted two ancient Chinese sayings, which were profound and enlightening. One saying goes, “weapons are ominous tools, and should…