China may snub Trump plea for help in Strait of Hormuz

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Neil Denslow,Raymond MaMarch 16, 2026 at 10:04 AM

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US President Donald Trump suggested he might postpone a planned trip to Beijing, scheduled for late March to early April, which includes a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The potential delay comes as Trump is pressuring China and other nations to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated he has "demanded" assistance from approximately seven countries regarding the Strait, amid ongoing conflict in Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important waterway for global oil shipments. The article does not specify the exact reasons for China's potential reluctance to assist.

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