China criticized the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports along the Strait of Hormuz, saying the move was dangerous, even as a sanctioned Chinese vessel managed to transit through the critical shipping route on Tuesday.
Trump’s assaults on Iran and Venezuela—both Chinese allies and key suppliers of oil for its economy—could reaffirm Beijing’s mistrust of Washington.
What the Iran crisis means for the future world order
The call has come from Beijing’s Commerce Ministry after the US Supreme Court struck down most of Donald Trump’s duties introduced last year
Beijing has sent a chilling message to criminal gangs as it ramps up its war on a dark industry spreading across the globe.
China’s surplus reached $1.19 trillion last year, a 20 percent increase from 2024, as Beijing kept the currency weak and pursued self-reliance to replace imports.
It is not a template for Taiwan but a reality check on China’s global power
Beijing directs message at foreign forces with exercises around island
According to the Chinese foreign ministry, Beijing is imposing sanctions on 20 defense-related U.S. companies and 10 executives.
Beijing has accused Washington of using national security as pretext to go after Chinese UAV makers
