As negotiations to ensure the safety of international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz continue, China’s export sector and Beijing’s ability to act as a regional mediator are being tested.
The Chinese regime has maintained contact with Iran over maritime security and energy supply concerns, according to sources within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), with particular focus on access through the strategic waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments, has long been a vital artery for China. U.S. President Donald Trump said on March 15 that 90 percent of China’s oil comes through the strait….
China Hit by Strait of Hormuz Disruption as Beijing’s Mediation Efforts Falter: Insiders
