The Trump-Xi summit revealed China's balancing act on Iran, stating support for preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open, but avoiding concrete commitments on sanctions or direct pressure. China prioritizes energy security and stable access to Gulf shipping routes, aiming to preserve ties with Tehran while avoiding confrontation with Washington. Beijing refrained from endorsing tougher measures against Tehran, maintaining a dual-track approach of supporting regional stability without assuming responsibility for enforcement.
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Source: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty(rferl.org)