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news Al Jazeera 2026-05-13

China's Iran Help in Trump-Xi Summit May Hinge on US Concessions

Analysts suggest China might leverage its influence over Iran, potentially regarding the Strait of Hormuz, in exchange for US policy changes, possibly concerning Taiwan, during the Trump-Xi summit.


Analysts say China is likely to ask for change in US policy towards Taiwan if it were to pressure Iran reopen Hormuz.

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