China faces oil challenge as prices soar and supply options narrow
China is facing an oil supply challenge due to escalating prices and disruptions to key shipping routes from the Middle East.
The story so far
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Open questions and key claims
India adheres to an 'independent foreign policy' and its ties with China are 'not influenced by any third party'.
China is willing to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with Iran and safeguard Iran’s legitimate rights and interests.
The US-Israel war on Iran highlights flaws in the Middle East’s existing security architecture.
China's foreign minister reaffirmed Beijing’s support for Tehran in talks with his Iranian counterpart.
Xi Jinping urged BRICS nations to act as peacemakers in the Middle East conflict and expressed China's willingness to work towards that goal.
China called for a political settlement to Iran's conflict with the US.
Who and where
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