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CONFLICTJul 14China Urges US , Iran to Avoid War in Strait of HormuzChina has urged the United States and Iran to prevent war in the Strait of Hormuz. This indicates international concern over rising tensions in a strategically important region.pakistantoday.com.pk · Pakistan
CONFLICTJul 13China reiterates call for free , safe Hormuz passage amid renewed US - Iran hostilitiesChina has reiterated its call for a free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement comes amidst renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
CONFLICTJul 13Trump wants to take over Hormuz as US - Iran truce unravels . China next move could decide whether fuel prices rise or fallmoneycontrol.com · India
CONFLICTJul 11China urges refiners to keep production high as Iran tensions resurface: BloombergSeeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 10Christopher Walker : The West Must Stop Treating Russia , China , And Iran As Isolated ChallengesChristopher Walker argues that Western countries should cease treating Russia, China, and Iran as separate, isolated challenges. This suggests a call for a more integrated geopolitical strategy.globalsecurity.org · Syria
BUSINESSJul 7Peak oil: China’s crude demand set to fall as EV bets ease Hormuz fearsChina’s crude oil demand is expected to peak this year, according to executives from the country’s largest oil firm, a scenario set to further reshape the global energy market following the Strait of Hormuz crisis. The world’s top oil importer would record slowing demand as reductions in the use of transport fuel outweighed gains in petrochemical demand, said Zhang Changbao, vice-president of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) Asia-Pacific (Hong Kong), at an event in Hong Kong on...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 6China boosts oil purchases from Middle East as Saudi slashes prices on exports to AsiaChina is increasing its oil purchases from the Middle East in response to Saudi Arabia lowering its export prices to Asian markets. This represents a significant development in global energy trade dynamics.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 5Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei holds ‘positive’ view of China, ambassador saysIran’s new supreme leader shares his late father’s “positive” view of relations with China, Tehran’s ambassador told a security forum in Beijing. Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli also suggested that while Tehran would charge “service fees” for vessels using the Strait of Hormuz, China might receive “special” treatment because it was a “friendly” nation. “[Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s] view, as well as that of our martyred leader, regarding Iran’s relationship with China has been positive, active and...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 5Iran’s China envoy vows ‘special’ Hormuz treatment for ‘friendly’ countriesDespite US objections, ambassador insists new fees to be charged to vessels transiting Strait of Hormuz.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 1China’s Wang Yi reaffirms support for Mideast talks in meeting with top Saudi diplomatChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday met his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud in Beijing, reaffirming China’s strong support for negotiations in the Middle East and calling for sustained dialogue despite a fragile ceasefire. “Talking is better than fighting, and dialogue is better than confrontation,” Wang said, according to a statement released by China’s foreign ministry on Tuesday night. On the evolving regional situation, Wang said the current priority was to uphold...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTJun 30China calls for truly lasting ceasefire in Gaza at UN Security Council open debateChina advocated for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza during an open debate at the UN Security Council. This highlights international diplomatic efforts regarding the ongoing conflict.globaltimes.cn · China
CYBERJun 29Iran, Russia, China Target Water Systems for SabotageDark Reading
BUSINESSJun 26Trump Iran oil sanction waiver set to squeeze China teapot refinersA US decision regarding an Iran oil sanction waiver is expected to negatively impact China's independent oil refiners. This development signifies an economic and political consequence for the global oil market.asia.nikkei.com · Japan
MILITARYJun 25Did the Iran war just prove that China’s ageing DF-15Bs are still big guns?Lessons from the Iran war suggest that China’s ageing Dongfeng-15B short-range missiles may be more useful in penetrating modern missile defences than previously thought, according to military analysts. The suggestion surfaced this month in an article published by Ordnance Science and Technology which said that missiles with biconic manoeuvring re-entry vehicles (MRVs) could achieve a penetration effect close to that of hypersonic projectiles. The article, written under the byline Ma Lihua,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 24At Summer Davos in China, Mideast firms look to next generation to repair the GulfChina may be seen as a potential mediator in the Middle East but economic integration within the region is more likely to drive change there, according to observers at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in the northeastern Chinese city of Dalian. The “Summer Davos” gathering in Liaoning province this week comes as Washington and Tehran try to reach agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries have agreed to halt fighting “on all...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 24China backs US - Iran dealChina has expressed support for a potential deal between the United States and Iran. This indicates a significant development in international diplomacy involving key global powers.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSJun 22China’s green exports to the US surge as AI boom, Iran war lift demandChina’s exports of green-energy and battery products to the United States have accelerated amid demand in America’s fast-expanding AI sector, as cooling trade tensions and energy-security fears linked to the Iran war boost global appetite for renewable-energy equipment. Energy-related products posted some of the strongest gains among Chinese exports to the US last month, according to the latest customs data. Exports of unassembled photovoltaic cells surged 346 per cent year on year to US$39.96...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 22China defends role in global supply chains amid Strait of Hormuz crisisChina’s proactive role in stabilising global energy and fertiliser markets amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis shows the country is a defender of global supply chains, rather than a disruptive force as “hyped” by the West, Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang said on Monday. “The fact that Chinese manufacturing never falters or fails at critical moments fully proves that China is a participant, a builder and a defender of the global supply chain,” Ding said during the opening ceremony of the fourth China...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 21Opinion | China Iran strategy an exercise in power without projectionThis opinion piece analyzes China and Iran's strategy, describing it as an exercise in power without projection. It offers commentary on international geopolitical dynamics.scmp.com · China
POLITICSJun 17Trump thanks China Xi , Russia Putin for being neutral in Iran warDonald Trump has expressed gratitude to China's Xi and Russia's Putin for their perceived neutrality in the Iran war. This statement addresses the geopolitical stance of these nations regarding the conflict.al-monitor.com · Israel
POLITICSJun 17Trump thanks China and Russia for being neutral in Iran warU.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday described Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "neutral" during the war ​with Iran, saying they had not thwarted his efforts to curb ‌Tehran's nuclear ambitions."I just want to thank them because they made it a lot...thenews · pakistan
POLITICSJun 17Iran , China will be at heart of any emerging regional bloc : QalibafA statement suggests that Iran and China will be central to any emerging regional bloc. This indicates potential shifts in geopolitical alliances.presstv.ir · Iran
BUSINESSJun 17BMW shares sink after profit warning highlights China and Iran riskBMW shares have declined following a profit warning that cited risks associated with China and Iran. This indicates economic vulnerabilities for the company tied to international markets.auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India
POLITICSJun 17China sees tougher next phase in US - Iran talksChina anticipates that the next phase of talks between the US and Iran will be challenging. This suggests potential difficulties in ongoing international negotiations.pakistantoday.com.pk · Pakistan