Trump’s China Visit: Trade Reset, Iran Calculus and the Strait of Hormuz Question

Trump’s visit revealed how deeply US-China relations are tied to Iran, energy security, global trade and the Strait of Hormuz. Trump suggested potential easing of sanctions on Chinese companies buying Iranian oil, aiming to use China’s influence over Tehran. This could reduce escalation risk if China quietly pressures Iran to keep energy routes open, but also complicate US strategy if Beijing uses Iran as leverage.